Lessons now available in the Bay Area.
Start as soon as this week– no waitlist!
Students who want piano or voice lessons with me usually spend an average of two years on the waitlist.
But now, thanks to West Coast-friendly hours, I’m opening up limited Zoom lesson spots for Bay Area students—and giving your family the chance to work with me with no waitlist at all.
Lessons now available in the Bay Area
Start as soon as this week –no waitlist!
Students who want piano or voice lessons with me usually spend an average of two years on the waitlist.
But now, thanks to West Coast-friendly hours, I’m opening up limited Zoom lesson spots for Bay Area students—and giving your family the chance to work with me with no waitlist at all.
But let’s be honest: “Zoom school” was tough. Managing a whole classroom full of kids through screens wasn’t exactly anyone’s idea of fun.
But private lessons are an entirely different story.
Here’s the thing: Private music lessons on Zoom aren’t a compromise. They’re a legitimate option with their own unique benefits.
In fact, most of my students chose to stay on Zoom voluntarily for at least three years after the start of the pandemic and some have loved it so much, they’re still going strong on Zoom after five years, even if they live just minutes away.
What makes Zoom lessons so great?
- Focused Attention: One-on-one lessons are nothing like a virtual classroom with 20+ students.
- Convenience and Flexibility: No more driving across town, battling traffic. In-home lessons fit smoothly into your day and free up your time.
- Engaging and Interactive: I get it—keeping kids engaged online seems challenging. But with private Zoom lessons, I’m right there, interacting directly, demonstrating techniques, and giving immediate feedback.
- Comfort and Familiarity: Learning from home allows you to relax and learn in a space where you already feel comfortable and confident.
But let’s be honest: “Zoom school” was tough. Managing a whole classroom full of kids through screens wasn’t exactly anyone’s idea of fun.
But private lessons are an entirely different story.
Here’s the thing: Private music lessons on Zoom aren’t a compromise. They’re a legitimate option with their own unique benefits.
In fact, most of my students chose to stay on Zoom voluntarily for at least three years after the start of the pandemic—and some have loved it so much, they’re still going strong on Zoom after five years, even if they live just minutes away.
What makes Zoom lessons so great?
- Focused Attention: One-on-one lessons are nothing like a virtual classroom with 20+ students.
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Convenience and Flexibility: No more driving across town, battling traffic. In-home lessons fit smoothly into your day and free up your time.
- Engaging and Interactive: I get it—keeping kids engaged online can seem challenging. But with private Zoom lessons, I’m right there, interacting directly with your child, demonstrating techniques, and giving immediate, tailored feedback.
- Comfort and Familiarity: Learning from home allows you to relax and learn in a space where you already feel comfortable and confident.
I started lessons with Melissa as an in-person student and then switched to Zoom because of COVID-19. I stayed with Zoom lessons because of the convenience and found I progressed just as well in Zoom as I did in-person.
Miguel T.Who is not a good fit for Zoom lessons?
After 5 years of Zoom teaching experience, I’ve found that Zoom lessons work for most students, with a couple of exceptions:
Very young children. Kids under 7-8ish still do best with lessons in person. The age can vary a little depending on the individual child’s interest in music and attention span, but Zoom lessons generally work better for kids 8 and up.
Voice students who have trouble matching pitch. I actually take pride in my ability to teach students to match pitch. I don’t even believe in “tone deafness” anymore. Anyone can learn to match pitch! However…Zoom isn’t the right format for it. If that’s your goal, you’re better off finding a local teacher.
Who is not a good fit for Zoom lessons?
After 5 years of Zoom teaching experience, I’ve found that Zoom lessons work for most students, with a couple of exceptions:
- Very young children. Kids under 7-8ish still do best with lessons in person. The age can vary a little depending on the individual child’s interest in music and attention span, but Zoom lessons generally work better for kids 8 and up.
- Voice students who have trouble matching pitch. I actually take pride in my ability to teach students to match pitch. I don’t even believe in “tone deafness” anymore. Anyone can learn to match pitch! However…Zoom isn’t the right format for it. If that’s your goal, you’re better off finding a local teacher.
Ready to give it a try?
Grab some tea and your computer, pull up a chair, and let’s talk!
Lesson slots are available on weeknights between 6:30-8:30 p.m. Pacific.
Ready to give it a try?
Grab some tea and your computer, pull up a chair, and let’s talk!
Lesson slots are available on weeknights between 6:30-8:30 p.m. Pacific.