Aaron’s piano studio offers private and partner lessons in piano. His teaching emphasizes piano technique and performance, and his students also develop a strong foundation in piano theory. Students who wish to may also explore simple composition, basic jazz and improvisatory styles. His studio is
located in his house, in the Sunset neighborhood of West Linn.
Aaron wants all of his students to develop a love of music and to love playing the piano. He treats each
student individually in order to meet his or her unique needs, and to
reach their full potential as a developing musician. He makes every effort to choose music that is both appropriate for the student's ability and enjoyable for the student to learn and play. Aaron’s
students develop a strong foundation in piano theory, technique, and
performance. While he emphasizes classical literature in his teaching,
students may also choose to study basic jazz and improvization. Students are free to work on “popular” music of their choice during vacations. Aaron also believes in working with students to minimize performance
anxiety and increase their confidence at the piano. He emphasizes ways
of practicing efficiently so that students get the most out of their
practice time between lessons.
Theory and solid piano technique are easily carried over to other instruments that students may eventually choose to pursue. Does
the student want to eventually play in the band or other ensemble? How
about a symphony orchestra? Perhaps a student wants to study jazz,sing,
or become a drummer in a rock band? Piano lessons are considered by many to be the first step to other instruments, and
to the possibility of a lifetime filled with music.
Aaron is a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music (NCTM), a member of the Music Teacher’s National Association (MTNA), the Oregon Music Teacher’s Association (OMTA), the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC), and the Oregon Federation of Music Clubs.
Feel free to explore this website to learn more about Aaron and his studio.
Thank you for visiting!