My Teaching Philosophy

How do I approaching teaching?

Knowing your teacher's philosophy before you consider taking from them is very important. Mine is simple:

Piano will always be a safe place to explore creativity, learning, passion, and perseverance.

Here at the studio, we only have two rules.

1) We don't bang on the keys (but of course!)

2) We don't get upset when we make a mistake but only celebrate when we do something right.

I think it's important to cultivate a safe space to learn piano, making it accessible to those of all ages, no matter your experience level.

What does Suzuki emphasize?

The Suzuki piano teaching method is an auditory-based method of teaching piano, which focuses on listening and repetition as the main means of learning. Technique is also emphasized, focusing on how students can play to get the desired dynamic sound from the piano.

Progressing through the 8 books, students learn important repertoire from baroque, classical, and romantic time periods, preparing them to audition for music schools as secondary education if that's their desired path.

Why do I use the Faber books too?

Growing up with the Suzuki method and being exposed to alternative teaching styles in college, I realized that the Suzuki method offers great technique and ear training. However, inherently, the Suzuki program does not have a theory or sight reading track to work through at the same time.

This is where the Faber books 'fill in the cracks'. Each level of the Faber books has a theory, sight reading, performance, and lesson book. I pair the Suzuki books with the Faber books, to have a comprehensive music education.

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