I offer piano lessons to beginner
and early intermediate students of all ages
starting at age 5. A piano lesson with me is an
INDIVIDUALIZED, POSITIVE, and FUN experience that
provides a firm foundation in piano technique, music
theory and piano musicianship skills. We will also
cover a wide variety of "classical" repertoire
and include any music style or song(s) that your
child(you) has interests in. Lessons are an hour
in length--one have hour private lesson with me
and one half hour independent work in my computer
lab.
Working in the computer lab, the student follows
personalized lesson plans using a keyboard and a
variety of piano software to review and work with
concepts that they are learning about in the private
lesson. The student is also encouraged to utilize
the software to compose their own music. I ask each
student to make a firm commitment to weekly lessons,
daily practice, and their give each lesson their
very best effort.
For adult learners, I offer flexibility both is
lesson times and frequency.
I encourage a weekly lesson, but for some, intermittent
lessons work best. I also offer day or evening lesson
times. Adults often have a very busy schedule, and
I do everything I can to accommodate them.
Regular performance by the younger students is
encouraged. My studio has two formal recitals, annually:
the Winter Recital is held in January, and the Spring
Recital is held in June. My students also perform
in Oregon Music Teacher's Association events, exams,
and festivals held throughout the school year. Also,
in the National Federation of Music Clubs festival
held each spring.
I am active in my local district of the Oregon
Music Teacher's Association
and am also a member of Music Teacher's National
Association and the National Federation of Music
Clubs. I studied piano for more than 10 years via
private lessons--Continuing piano study through
advanced piano lessons, seminars and masterclasses.
I am also currently studying for MTNA certification.
If your are looking for a good teacher in the Portland
area, give me a call.
Also, contact the Portland OMTA Teacher's Referral
line at (503)972-5898 for other qualified teachers
in this area.
Good Luck with Your Piano Studies!!! Karen Johnson-Will
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