Before your lesson

• Please prepare any needed materials and instruments.

• Regular and intentional practicing is expected.

• Receive sheet music, recordings, or other attachments related to further music opportunities.

• If needing to cancel or reschedule, kindly give 24 hours in advance.

• In the event I am unable to attend, I will refund any pre-paid lesson or appointment charges. 

• Expect from me: energy, any sheet music or materials, and possible loanable strings/accessories. Punctual arrival and expert demonstrations.

• Please be able to use a large mirror, headphones, and purchase the app: TonalEnergy. They will be extremely helpful in my pedagogy methods.

• I drive and teach in the student’s home. Accounting for distances over 5+ miles from Hilliard, OH, I may charge a $10 distance fee.

During your lesson

• Be courageous!

• Don’t apologize, you aren’t wrong yourself.

• Have fun! I will try my best to make sure our lessons are personable, insightful, and helpful. And, most of all, not boring.

• Write down any important notes; have a pencil nearby!

• Take care of yourself. Bring your water, tea, coffee to our lessons and make sure to tend to any other needs you may have. Your well-being is my priority.

• Expect to learn a lot! I believe in high expectation, high support learning environments. I will push my students, but give them ample and constant support.

• Take initiative! If you find pieces, want to compose, or play duets/chamber music, let’s find a way together!

• My goal is to combine Galamian/Viennese tradition with Dorothy DeLay and Michael Tree warmth. Expect to hear stories and play scales.