I am double degreed, a member of the Mid-Cities Music Teachers Association, and am a preferred Steinway educator. My home studio is located in North Fort Worth near the intersection of Western Center and Beach St.
I can offer a premium experience for learning music. I have been involved in music my entire life. What began in a childhood household with my Mom teaching piano lessons, evolved into a number of different interests and endeavors that play into who I am today. I have always had one foot inside many different rooms, and now I can confidently handle almost any music thrown my way.
After receiving my Masters in Piano Performance, I spent 3 years in the corporate world at a Fortune 100 company before finally “making the plunge.” That itch to play was too strong! Now I have been teaching and playing music full time for over 15 years. Classical music is the foundation for my beginner students, but they will eventually be guided and mentored to play, listen, and understand whatever path interests them. Want to learn to improvise? How about the depth of Bach, or all those complicated jazz harmonies? I can cover that.
Since moving into my current home studio, I have accumulated a nice inventory of various keyboards and stringed instruments, including the baby grand I grew up on!, as well as a modest recording studio. Students can feel free to ask me about that synth sound that Van Halen used. Or the orchestra that Led Zeppelin used without needing a single string player. I can show you that!
Music has unlocked so many memorable experiences for me. I am a better, wiser person for taking this journey, even if (at times) it can be difficult. It takes hard work! I would love to talk to you about mentoring you or your young beginner to reach their own musical goals.
Reach out HERE for lessons, or feel free to check out my studio's Facebook page HERE.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is your availability like for in-studio lessons? For in-home lessons?
Availability fluctuates based on my current schedule as well as the student’s location. Feel free to reach out and ask about my current schedule. In-person lessons are limited and scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. I typically reserve after school lessons (4-8pm) for students that can come to me. Travel students - students that I meet with in-person at their house - are possible earlier in the day.
What makes your lessons different?
I offer a traditional lesson plan in the beginning, making sure the student understands how to communicate all the essentials. They will learn to understand what they are seeing in front of them, both on the instrument as well as on the page. Additionally, they learn to listen and talk about what they are hearing. These goals are customized to the student. If my go-to way isn’t working, I am not afraid to pivot into alternative books and methods. Whatever gets the individual on the right path and feeling good about progress. Ultimately, I want everyone who comes through my studio to be able to go out into the world, find what music brings them joy, and be able to handle whatever comes their way.
Are there performance opportunities?
YES! And they are FREE. As a preferred Steinway educator, I offer one free formal recital opportunity every Spring at the Steinway Gallery of Fort Worth. Our performers get to perform on some of the most amazing instruments in the world. We will sometimes have guest artists! I like to show the students that music exists outside the studio! It is global, social, cultural, and fun!
Okay, how much does it cost?
I offer 30, 45, and 60 minute lessons. 30/45/60 minute lessons cost $40/60/80 per lesson, respectively, and is paid on a monthly basis. Traditionally, beginners will meet once a week with me in my home studio for 30 minutes. At 30 minutes per week, in a typical 4-week month, in-studio lessons would be $160 for the month. In-person lessons that require me to travel will include an additional fee for drive time. This fee varies depending on the required travel time.
