Masters Degree in Piano Performance Bachelors of Fine Arts in Jazz Piano Performance Golden Key International Honor Society Member MTNA *** Lesson Details *** My philosophy is to push you to exceed your expectations and reach your goals while still having fun. I will push you, but gently and show you a lot of effective ways of practicing so that you achieve more in less time. I am big on technique and really believe in the importance of developing a solid technique, which I will help you to acquire. A strong technique will give you the tools you need to play whatever you want skillfully. With a commanding technique you will be able to focus on making beautiful music. Are you a singer? Develop your piano/keyboard skills and you can learn to accompany yourself. I generally divide the lesson into three sections: Technique Repertoire/Sectional Work Music Theory I feel it is important to bring all of these elements into all areas of music education, particularly performance. What is most important is that you are enjoying your music educational experience. Looking forward to your lessons, enjoying your practice time and having a sense of accomplishment. I will push you to exceed your own expectations but you will set the pace as well as determine what music you desire to play. *** Studio Equipment *** Yamaha Grand Piano Baldwin Upright Piano *** Travel Equipment *** Ipad/Ipad Stand Urtext Music Scores Scales, Arpeggios Hanon, Czerny, Cramer, Brahms Exercises Music Theory Books Music Theory Worksheets Music Theory Assignment Sheets Practice Assignment Sheets *** Specialties *** I specialize in developing a strong technique at the piano to help the student facilitate dexterity and independent finger strength. With these skills I find you will be able to execute any style of performance with a great deal of ease. Are you a singer? Learn to accompany yourself. Vocal Coaching Provided
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 2000
Masters Degree
Teaches ages 3+
Speaks Portuguese
Has background check
Masters Degree in Piano Performance Bachelors of Fine Arts in Jazz Piano Performance Golden Key International Honor Society Member MTNA *** Lesson Details *** My philosophy is to push you to exceed your expectations and reach your goals while still having fun. I will push you, but gently and show you a lot of effective ways of practicing so that you achieve more in less time. I am big on technique and really believe in the importance of developing a solid technique, which I will help you to acquire. A strong technique will give you the tools you need to play whatever you want skillfully. With a commanding technique you will be able to focus on making beautiful music. Are you a singer? Develop your piano/keyboard skills and you can learn to accompany yourself. I generally divide the lesson into three sections: Technique Repertoire/Sectional Work Music Theory I feel it is important to bring all of these elements into all areas of music education, particularly performance. What is most important is that you are enjoying your music educational experience. Looking forward to your lessons, enjoying your practice time and having a sense of accomplishment. I will push you to exceed your own expectations but you will set the pace as well as determine what music you desire to play. *** Studio Equipment *** Yamaha Grand Piano Baldwin Upright Piano *** Travel Equipment *** Ipad/Ipad Stand Urtext Music Scores Scales, Arpeggios Hanon, Czerny, Cramer, Brahms Exercises Music Theory Books Music Theory Worksheets Music Theory Assignment Sheets Practice Assignment Sheets *** Specialties *** I specialize in developing a strong technique at the piano to help the student facilitate dexterity and independent finger strength. With these skills I find you will be able to execute any style of performance with a great deal of ease. Are you a singer? Learn to accompany yourself. Vocal Coaching Provided
Teaches all skill levels
Teaching since 2000
Masters Degree
Teaches ages 3+
Speaks Portuguese
Has background check
Jamila has been giving our 7-year-old twin boys piano lessons for six months, and my wife and I are blown away by what an incredible teacher Jamila is. Our boys began never having played a note in their life, and in just six months they play at a level we didn't think they would reach for at least a year and a half or more. Family and friends who hear the boys play are amazed because their own kids took lessons for years and didn't achieve the same level of skill and knowledge of musical theory so early on--and it is 100% thanks to Jamila! She doesn't underestimate kids or teach down to them. She teaches proper technique and theory in a positive, encouraging, yet rigorous way that I imagine most kids will respond very well to. We feel blessed to have found her.
One word..... AMAZING!!! Before Ms. Jamila was my piano teacher, I had little interest in the piano. My other teacher gave me boring, easy songs, which didn't help. After that, I despised the piano, and thought I never would play it. Then, Ms. Jamila came along. Unlike my other teacher, she asked my interests and what song I really liked. Now, I don't know how I ever hated it. I believe I will go far with her as my teacher. She posts articles on her blog and her website which deepens my understanding of music. I would reccomend her to anyone, because on a scale of 1 to 10, she's infinity!
Jamila is great! She is patient and extremely knowledgeable about music.