Teaching Philosophy
"My goal as a clarinet teacher is to bring the very best out of my students and open their minds and ears to the world of clarinet. I am just as enthusiastic to teach a beginner clarinet student learning how to read notes and make a sound on the clarinet as I am to teach a senior in high school preparing for college admission auditions. I prioritize building a solid foundation and developing a proper embouchure in addition to learning repertoire and healthy practice habits. I encourage students to seek extracurricular opportunities, such as taking auditions for school programs, regional/state band and orchestra festivals, youth orchestras, and more.
A typical curriculum for my students consists of a method book, etude book, scales, and 1-3 solo pieces. I incorporate music theory, history, and composition concepts and welcome students to inquire about their own musical interests.
In addition to providing the highest level of clarinet instruction, it is also important for me to provide an accessible clarinet education. It is an unfortunate truth that studying music at a high level is traditionally expensive and it is a mission of mine to break down the barriers that financially disadvantaged families face when seeking to provide their children with private music lessons and a well-rounded education as a whole. I aim to be available and a guiding source for such students that want to make music, and specifically clarinet, part of their lives for any reason.
I believe that through the study of music, individuals have the opportunity to connect with their artistry, individuality, discipline, and perceptivity. The growth of these personal attributes in my students is something I cherish as an educator and is something that I hope to share with more families of prospective students. This is, to me, what makes music wholly unique and worthy of study."
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Private Lessons - Manhattan, New York, NY 10065
Monday-Friday (after 4:00 PM)
Saturday-Sunday (flexible)