Piano Lessons
Not only will you learn to read music, you will learn to hear music, understand what's happening, recreate what you hear, be able to execute the music with good technique, but you'll also learn to improvise and potentially compose your own music! Voice students: I have accompanied hundreds of singers in my career, and as a singer myself, I can help you learn good breath support, how to make a beautiful tone, and coach you in your phrasing, musicality and expression. Have an upcoming performance or competiton? I can help you prepare and have a performance you can be proud of! Experienced musicians: Are you seeking to improve your reading skill? Want to learn to play by ear? I can give you techniques for developing proficiency in both! I'm an expert sight-reader and ear player (a rare combination!), and have quantified for myself exactly how I managed to develop high level skill in both reading and hearing music. I will share this information with you through reading and listening exercises during the lesson. My expertise is with the grand staff (treble and bass), but I can help you with reading the other staffs as well. About me: I have played piano and keyboards for more than 25 years, have several degrees in Classical Piano Performance, extensive experince playing R&B, Jazz, Gospel, Musical Theater, have performed around the world, and accompanied legendary and new artists, including Stevie Wonder, with whom I've been touring as a member of his band since 2007. My vast musical experience gives me a unique perspective on how to approach virutally any musical genre in a way that is stylistically correct. I have taught students of all ages: Elementary to Adult. I play and teach music in several styles, including Classical, Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Pop, R&B / Hip Hop, Broadway, Standards, etc. I place equal emphasis on reading and ear training, with the aim of musical competence in both cases. I encourage musical creativity through music theory, improvisation and exposure to and appreciation of a variety of musical styles. I believe in teaching freedom and fun in music. For those interested in exploring why music lessons should be part of your child's education, read these articles: How Piano Lessons Benefit Young Children By Cynthia VanLandingham
*60 minute lessons, just double the price for the recession buster deal! If you are referred by a current student, please mention their name, so I can allow them to benefit from my incentive for referrals! Lesson Rate: $50 per 30 minute lesson; $100 per hour lesson (recommended for advanced and dual study students). Location (SF Bay Area) : In my music studio (in San Leandro, centrally located between Hwy 580 and I-880).
Victoria Theodore
510.632.1443 |