Welcome to Music Lessons with Miguel
My mission is to provide your child with a fun and positive musical experience that will improve their cognitive skills, boost their confidence and enhance their creativity through my natural teaching method.
There’s no question that when a child learns how to play a musical instrument, he or she gains benefits such as improved concentration, enhanced communication skills, and higher levels of cognitive thinking and emotional connections.
Music has changed my life for the better. Nothing gives me greater joy than to see children (and adults) discover the magic of playing an instrument. Relating to music in this way increases their awareness and helps them thrive in their everyday lives. It’s an honor to be able to provide this opportunity.
The benefits my lessons bring?
A more engaged child!
I ask my students to bring the songs that THEY love to their lessons, and I teach them the techniques, theory and understanding needed to master their instrument through learning these songs.
At the outset, I may need to simplify the parts, but the important thing is that they are playing along with other musicians–either along with the recordings or with me during their lessons. This is where the magic happens!
The key here is that they are acquiring their music skills via learning the songs that they value, not songs I value.
This is a more natural approach to teaching music: they are learning with their ears (via making music on the instrument) and not their eyes (reading music).
Music is an audible language and we teach it the way you would teach any language like English, Spanish, etc.
First you learn to speak (the words in English, the music on your instrument).
Then, after you’re comfortable speaking or making music on the instrument, we teach you to read.
Here's why my approach is the best
All of my students feel like Rock Stars because I make sure my lessons are both fun and enriching.
I provide a clear lesson plan, complete with goals, achievement levels and performances.
I use a song-based curriculum: my students learn the songs they love while getting the full academic benefits of music.
I don’t overbook myself. Once you are enrolled with me, you get the full benefit of my energy.
