PIANO
I teach private piano lessons Levels 1-6, seeking to develop students’ piano playing skills and love for music in a nurturing environment. I am a graduate of Prairie Bible College and Pensacola Christian College, with a Level 10 Piano Certificate from Royal Conservatory of Music (Toronto) and over 35 years teaching experience, especially classical and church music. With Faber Piano Adventures as the basic curriculum, I introduce beginning students to keyboard topography, note reading, rhythms, and finger technique. A variety of musical styles are presented, using fun pieces and duets with teacher. After students advance through the intermediate level, I channel them to Keith Snell’s Piano Repertoire series. A PARENT IS REQUIRED TO BE PRESENT AND OBSERVE LESSONS FOR CHILDREN 10 AND UNDER AND TO PROVIDE GUIDANCE DURING HOME PRACTICE TIME. Requires Faber Piano Adventures Lesson, Technique and Performance books or Snell Repertoire series according to appropriate level. Fee is $95 per month for 30 minute lesson (young beginners), $130 per month for 45 minute lesson (older beginners and intermediate).
VIOLIN
Experience the joy of music by learning violin with private lessons, beginner through intermediate levels. Materials will be selected from Essential Elements, Suzuki violin repertoire, scale and technique books, fiddle and worship music, according to student’s age, interest and goals. A parent is required to be present and observe lessons for children 10 and under and to provide guidance during home practice time. Fee is $95 per month for 30 minute lesson (young beginners), $130 per month for 45 minute lesson (older beginners and intermediate).
If you’ve already taken 2 or more years of piano, I’d love to teach you! I’ve been playing for 14 years, 9 of those years under Diane Stevens and the other 5 years of advanced piano under Colleen Adent. I was trained classically but also play chords for worship if you want to learn that instead! Not only will we be continuing with your training but we’ll be looking into the technique of how you play to provide the best comfort for your hands. Requires at least 2 years of piano already, piano books and notebook. $15/30 min lesson
Welcome! I look forward to the opportunity of sharing my love of music with your student ages 5-14. I've been playing piano for 9 years, teaching piano lessons at Firmly Planted for 3 years, and am currently majoring in music at Portland Bible College. Piano lessons will be held at the Center on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays between 1-5pm. As a fun way to end the year, all students are welcome to participate in and invite their families to an end of year piano recital I have each year for all my students. This is really an enjoyable time for the students to show what they've learned and for their families to get to watch them perform!
Tuesday - Practice Room A - 107: 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm
Description:
PRIVATE LESSONS -Voice. Improve singing and musicianship. Learn how to use your voice in a healthy way. Learn how to prepare for auditions. Bring music you are currently working on or want to work on. Plan to practice 30 minutes each day. $20 for 15 min.
This class will go over the fundamentals of music theory and sight reading. Students will learn the basics of how music is written and also develop the ear by learning how to identify different intervals and chords by hearing them. This class will involve some singing as it helps students identify intervals in their heads. This is a great class to develop musicianship, no matter what instrument you play.
This semester, I am starting a new studio offering private music theory lessons, geared toward high school-aged students (15-18) who know how to play their instrument but want to take the next steps with learning theory. (See requirements). Students will begin with the basics (unless already proficient on a given topic): fundamentals, intervals, chords, and scales, and then onto intermediate topics, such as the diatonic chords, the application of scales, chord progressions, keys, theory and rhythm, and so on. Each day constitutes a lesson on a particular topic, and a weekly assignment to apply what we’ve learned. Often, the assignment applies the theory directly to the instrument they are already playing in order to make it relevant to their current study. Lastly, (unless already proficient) lessons will include an introduction the very basics of playing at a keyboard and music reading, since both are integral tools to understanding music theory. If familiar with all of the above, we can begin with advanced theory (e.g. non-diatonic harmony, voice-leading) or wherever any particular student is currently at.
As with all of my lessons that Firmly Planted, I seek to stress the importance of using our God-given talents to serve Him. I seek to model Keith Getty’s charge to musicians: “Be the best musician you can be and make sure that your faith is growing faster than your music.”
Requirements:
Must be at least somewhat proficient at playing their instrument (or voice), for example, at least a year of lessons, or, a self-taught guitar or piano player who knows how to play at least 5 songs (any genre) from beginning to end. Students ages 11 and 14 also possible depending level of musical experience per individual — please contact me in that case
Hello and welcome! I'm delighted to introduce our exceptional class that aims to ignite a deep passion for the performing arts in our students. This one-of-a-kind program combines the pure joy of musical theater, the electrifying excitement of the circus, and the captivating art of acting, resulting in a truly enriching experience.
In this class, your children will have the wonderful opportunity to explore diverse aspects of the performing arts. Through a dynamic blend of engaging games, skits, music fundamentals, and dance instruction, they will embark on a journey that serves as the perfect introduction to this incredible world. It lays a strong foundation for their future involvement in performing arts classes.
Our main objective is to help students nurture their confidence, develop effective communication skills, and foster a spirit of cooperation—all while having an absolute blast on stage! Throughout the course, they will be exposed to vocal techniques, music theory, acting skills, the art of storytelling, movement techniques, captivating choreography, as well as essential rehearsal and performance skills. We will also emphasize the importance of stage etiquette, ensuring they understand the professional aspects of performing.
At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their growth and creativity in a small showcase that celebrates their achievements. Join us on this incredible journey where your children will not only have loads of fun but also develop invaluable skills that will shape and fuel their artistic aspirations. Get ready for an exciting adventure!
Hello and welcome! I'm delighted to introduce our exceptional class that aims to ignite a deep passion for the performing arts in our young students. This one-of-a-kind program combines the pure joy of musical theater, the electrifying excitement of the circus, and the captivating art of acting, resulting in a truly enriching experience.
In this class, your children will have the wonderful opportunity to explore diverse aspects of the performing arts. Through a dynamic blend of engaging games, skits, music fundamentals, and dance instruction, they will embark on a journey that serves as the perfect introduction to this incredible world. It lays a strong foundation for their future involvement in performing arts classes.
Our main objective is to help students nurture their confidence, develop effective communication skills, and foster a spirit of cooperation—all while having an absolute blast on stage! Throughout the course, they will be exposed to vocal techniques, music theory, acting skills, the art of storytelling, movement techniques, captivating choreography, as well as essential rehearsal and performance skills. We will also emphasize the importance of stage etiquette, ensuring they understand the professional aspects of performing.
At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their growth and creativity in a small showcase that celebrates their achievements. Join us on this incredible journey where your children will not only have loads of fun but also develop invaluable skills that will shape and fuel their artistic aspirations. Get ready for an exciting adventure!
Hello and welcome! I'm delighted to introduce our exceptional class that aims to ignite a deep passion for the performing arts in our young students. This one-of-a-kind program combines the pure joy of musical theater, the electrifying excitement of the circus, and the captivating art of acting, resulting in a truly enriching experience. In this class, your children will have the wonderful opportunity to explore diverse aspects of the performing arts. Through a dynamic blend of engaging games, skits, music fundamentals, and dance instruction, they will embark on a journey that serves as the perfect introduction to this incredible world. It lays a strong foundation for their future involvement in performing arts classes. Our main objective is to help students nurture their confidence, develop effective communication skills, and foster a spirit of cooperation—all while having an absolute blast on stage! Throughout the course, they will be exposed to vocal techniques, music theory, acting skills, the art of storytelling, movement techniques, captivating choreography, as well as essential rehearsal and performance skills. We will also emphasize the importance of stage etiquette, ensuring they understand the professional aspects of performing. At the end of the program, students will have the opportunity to showcase their growth and creativity in a small showcase that celebrates their achievements. Join us on this incredible journey where your children will not only have loads of fun but also develop invaluable skills that will shape and fuel their artistic aspirations. Get ready for an exciting adventure! There will be a short performance May 23rd, details coming,
The child’s natural instinct for play is the foundation of the actor’s process. Using the game of make believe to get into the “shoes” of the character, we begin to play with the possibilities that game invites in us. In order to believe I am the character, I must begin to learn all I can about who “I” am in the role: what surrounds and affects me, what I know, where I have been and where I am going; what I want, and what I do to get it or to make it happen. We use improvisation to awaken and explore creative impulses. Theatre games and exercises expand imagination, awareness, concentration, expressiveness, and help build skills of communication, cooperation, and collaboration. Through text work designed for the young performer, we make strong, specific, meaningful connection to the language and circumstances of the play, bringing the author’s words to life. Through acting, young people gain compassionate insight about themselves and about the world around them; gain poise and confidence; develop problem-solving skills; and engage with peers. The musical Newsies and other group ensemble pieces will be the focus for our group collaboration. There will be no formal performance for this class, but we may perform at the craft faire in the spring.