Curriculum:

I mostly use the classical European method which gives me a general outline of how to approach and structure lessons. However, in my experience I have learned that each student is different and so lessons must be as well!

Students can expect a tailored curriculum based on their:

• age
• experience
• preferences
• expectations (some students want to become musicians while others view it as a fun hobby)

Parents and students can decide whether they would like to start using the Traditional Classical method or the Suzuki method. My suggestion is to begin with the Suzuki method which allows for a more natural, quick start which interests beginners and younger students. Then we move on to a more traditional, classical framework.

For more information regarding the Suzuki Method, please visit The Suzuki Method section of this website or Useful Links page for more resources.

Songs and Repertoire:

Students will start with easier folk and nursery rhymes and will move towards harder material. Where a student has previous experience, we will gauge their knowledge and ability before choosing appropriate songs. Eventually we will come to challenging classical pieces featuring composers like Mozart, Chopin, and Beethoven. Some students choose to move into more modern songs of Celine Dion, Sinatra, and Billie Holiday. I will be happy to help them pursue this after they have achieved the minimal competency in the classical approach.