Having been inspired by the folk musicians of the 1960's, Ellen teaches basic folk guitar. She is skilled in helping students understand basic rhythm, picking and strumming styles and reading written music.
Two approaches are used when teaching piano to adults and younger students. Some students begin by using the excellent printed materials available for both teachers and students. Others begin by simply "exploring the world of music" by playing around on the piano: forming chords, changing keys and learning basic rhythms before beginning to read music.
Two approaches are used when teaching piano to adults and younger students. Some students begin by using the excellent printed materials available for both teachers and students. Others begin by simply "exploring the world of music" by playing around on the piano: forming chords, changing keys and learning basic rhythms before beginning to read music.