MATERIALS

     During the first lesson we will determine what will be the best method and the best materials needed to reach your individual goal.

• It is the student's responsibility (and/or parents) to purchase the agreed upon books and sheet music.  Most items can be purchased easily on the web or at your local music store.  
• Each student should also have their own spiral bound music manuscript notebook where I will give lesson assignments, written examples, and keep track of our progress.  The notebook should be brought to EVERY lesson. 
• A couple optional but highly recommended items are a 3-Ring Binder for loose sheet music and a tote bag to carry the materials.

PRACTICING

Every student should have a daily practice schedule.  It is very important to make practicing a daily routine in order to see continued regular improvement.  Practicing an hour every 3 days is not as productive as practicing 20 minutes each day.  The length of practice time should be decided between the student and teacher and should be as consistent as possible.  The amount of time varies from student to student but here are some guidelines.

• Elementary age Beginning Students:

                  (10-20 minutes each day)

• High School age and older Beginning Students: 

                  (20-30 minutes each day)

• Intermediate to Advanced Students:

                  (30-60 minutes each day)

• Advanced Students desiring a career in music: 

                  (1-2 hours each day)

• College and Adult Professionals:

                  (2+ hours each day)