My name is Janice. I love music and I love the piano. I especially enjoy sharing it with others. Watching my students learn and grow continues to excite me, even after 25 years of teaching. I enjoy teaching a variety of ages, learning styles, and levels. I started taking lessons when I was 6 years old and piano has always been a part of me, from performing, to study, to teaching.
Over the years, I have honed in on some tried and true methods. I incorporate a few solid curriculums in order to best serve my students. Everyone learns differently and I take that into account. What works really well for one person might not work at all for someone else. I take the time to get to know my students and their learning styles so that I can tailor their music education precisely.
People often ask me what the right age is to start learning piano. I believe that the perfect age to start taking lessons is when someone is really excited about it. That’s the simple answer.
Kids, start young if you can. It’s easier to build habits when you’re younger. If you start in grade school, the piano will always be a part of you. Even if you only study it for a couple of years, it will be easier to come back to later if you so choose. If you decide to pivot to a different instrument, the piano will have provided you with the foundation on which to build.
Adults, I strongly believe that it’s never too late to learn. I won’t deny that it’s challenging to learn something new as an adult. I have a regular habit of trying new things. It only takes a few things to be successful: patience, motivation, and the ability to not take yourself too seriously. I absolutely love teaching adults. My adult students are usually my most enthusiastic learners, because you are fulfilling a lifelong dream. If you want it badly enough, you’ll do it, and you’ll it well! I believe you can. As long as you believe it too, that’s all that matters.