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Dawn
- Rate L487
- Response 1h
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Students50+
Number of students Dawn has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Dawn has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
L487/hr
Contact
1st lesson free
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Ukulele
Experienced tutor in Guitar in Kalamazoo, Dawn offers private lessons tailored to your needs.
- Guitar
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric guitar
- Classical Guitar
- Ukulele
Lesson location
About Dawn
I am an advanced pianist and former band director, offering lessons online or in the comfort of your home in the greater Kalamazoo area. With over 30 years of experience teaching private piano and band instrument lessons, I have had the pleasure of working with over 40 students a week, teaching individuals of all ages, from 6 to 100. I hold a bachelor’s degree in music education from Western Michigan University, and my extensive experience allows me to provide a high level of instruction tailored to your needs.
I offer student-centered lessons, meaning I personalize the learning experience to match your goals and interests. If you prefer not to use a traditional lesson book, I’m happy to adapt the lesson to suit your learning style. My lessons are structured and sequential, yet flexible and customized to fit you. For example, if you're an adult joining a band and want to focus solely on your music, that’s absolutely possible. Likewise, if you have a young child who thrives on a more structured curriculum, I can provide that as well.
In addition, I am the owner of Thompson Tutoring School of Music, where we have over 15 instructors and more than 250 students taking lessons. If I’m unavailable for lessons, I’m happy to recommend one of my highly qualified instructors who can provide top-notch instruction.
I graduated with a music education degree and began teaching music directly after graduating from college.
I have a bachelor's in music from Western Michigan University. I was a band director and am an advanced pianist. I can teach all band instruments up to the college level. I have been teaching private lessons for over 30 years and can teach any style and adapt any song so that the student can learn to play it at their level.
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About the lesson
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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levels :
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I create lessons around student interest and parent expectations. I like to balance using a lesson book and music that is in the student's interest. Lessons are weekly during the same time slot. Lessons are usually scheduled for 30 minutes, but can be expanded for longer. I also teach adults. With their lessons, I work on developing a tailored lesson to learn songs they would like to play.
All ages! All abilities! I teach 6-year-olds though 105-year-olds.
Identify Your Goals: Clarify what you want to achieve with your lessons. Are you looking to improve technical skills, learn a specific genre, or work on performance? Knowing your goals will help you find a teacher whose teaching style and expertise align with your needs.
Teaching Style: Every teacher has a different approach. Some may focus on theory, others on practical skills, or perhaps they emphasize creativity. It’s important to find someone whose teaching methods resonate with you.
Patient and Supportive: The best teachers foster a supportive learning environment. A good teacher will be patient, encouraging, and responsive to your needs and progress, helping you feel comfortable and motivated.
Communication and Availability: Find someone who is responsive to communication and has availability that fits your schedule. It’s crucial to have open, clear communication to ensure a positive and productive student-teacher relationship.
We held a student concert at a senior living home to give back to the community. The seniors were able to interact with the student performers!
The students were able to share a gift of music for the holidays!
A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Be sure to tell your teacher upfront what music style you would like to learn. Let them know the specific genres or techniques you’re interested in so they can tailor the lessons to meet your goals. Also, communicate how much time you’re able to commit to practicing between lessons. This will help your teacher understand your availability and set realistic expectations for your progress.
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Rates
Rate
- L487
Pack prices
- 5h: L2435
- 10h: L4870
free lessons
The first free lesson with Dawn will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- L487/h
Details
Yes.
$28 Online 30-minute lesson with AutoPay.
$30 Online 30-minute lesson without AutoPay.
$30 In-Person 30-minute lesson with AutoPay.
$32 In-Person 30-minute lesson without AutoPay.
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