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The core of my teaching methodology includes both technique and artistic expressiveness. The goal is to enable students to work at a comfortable pace, while still challenging them and encouraging growth.

We start by teaching fundamentals to create a solid foundation to build the student's skillset. From there we can build artistic expression and individuality.

Pillars of Music Education

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Pratice Journaling

Learning how to practice efficiently helps students learn music more quickly, prevents burnout, and creates habits that are applicable in many other aspects of life. Some important parts of efficient practice are developing a growth mindset, creating specific and attainable goals, and learning how to practice.

Practice Tips

Piano Practice

Slow it down.

If you're struggling with something, slowing down the music allows your brain and your fingers to stay on the same page.


 

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Use a metronome.

The metronome will help you make sure that every rhythm is correct and that you aren't changing the tempo in different sections.

 

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Take a deep breath.

If you don't get something in one session, maybe you'll get in two or three (or with some teacher help!).


 

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Take breaks.

If you have trouble focusing, set a timer while you're practicing. For example, practice for fifteen minutes, take a five minute break, then repeat the process.
 

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Ask someone to listen.

Often times as musicians, we've listened to a section or piece of music for so long that we struggle to hear improvements in our own playing. Ask someone to take a listen for you!

Goals of Teaching

Expectations of Teacher

  1. Help students gain an understanding of music performance, theory, and technique.

  2. Develop a positive relationship with students in which they can ask questions and learn in the way that suits each individual best.

  3. Help students learn how to practice in a way that is productive and enjoyable.

  4. Expose students to performance opportunities and other musicians.

  5. Instill a passion and lifelong love of music.

Expectations of Students

  1. Come to lessons ready to learn

  2. Prepare materials for review at each lesson

  3. Get comfortable with making mistakes (mistakes are essential to learning!)

  4. Practice! You will get out of lessons what you put into them

  5. Be on time

  6. Keep contact information up to date and notify Kylar Moltzan of any changes 

  7. Have fun!

Expectations of Parents

  1. Bring students to lessons on time

  2. Keep in touch with Kylar Moltzan, especially if there are scheduling conflicts

  3. Make monthly payments on time

  4. Provide lesson materials 

  5. Encourage practice (younger students will need more help)

  6. Keep contact information up to date and notify Kylar Moltzan of any changes

  1. Provide regularly-scheduled lessons

  2. Lessons missed due to teacher absence will be made up

  3. Make-up sessions for face-to-face lessons may be conducted virtually, decided case by case 

  4. Expose the student to the elements of good musicianship through the use of proper posture, dynamics, phrasing, articulation, and technique

  5. Encourage musical literacy and theory

  6. Encourage the student to develop life skills including discipline, responsibility, goal-setting, and self-esteem through music study

  7. Prepare the student for auditions, competitions, festivals, honors opportunities, and performances as appropriate

  8. Publicize concerts, events, and opportunities related to the student’s musical studies

  9. Maintain the studio website, and calendar to keep students and parents informed of scheduling and events

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Availability

Availability changes often, so please contact me to inquire about openings.

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A consultation previous to beginning lessons is required, but is free and can be done in person or virtually.

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