Progressive Keys
Piano Studio
My Approach to Piano
Hello, my name is Margaret.
I love music and I love teaching! I've been teaching piano lessons for over 11 years—from Idaho to Colorado, then Utah (2021).
I've had 10+ years of formal piano lessons, including 2 years at college for a minor in music. I have four children who had many years of piano lessons and continue to play. I also grew up in a home with siblings and a parent who played the piano often, which was a source of inspiration for me. That's why I encourage my students to be exposed to a variety of music and perform what they enjoy.
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My goal is to offer quality lessons that are engaging and fun while building foundational skills. I work to recognize my students' strengths and learning preferences, as well as help them take ownership of their piano experience.
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Background Information
- Completed courses at BYU-Idaho for a minor in music, including music theory, piano pedagogy, aural skills, and participation in various college choirs.
- Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in Education and Family/Human Relations.
- Elementary Music teacher for 1 year.
- Choir pianist for 2 years at a different elementary.
- Several years of Music Federation for piano, and a few years for flute, with Superior ratings.
- Participated in band in middle school and took private flute lessons for 3 years.
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I've also enjoyed being involved in numerous performances over the years accompanying large and small ensembles, duets as a teacher, and playing solos.
Lessons and Performances
Lessons are 30 minutes on a weekly basis at a rate of $20 per lesson for adult students, or $70 a month for full time students. An initial meet and greet is recommended for potential students and parents to discuss interests or goals, method books (Lesson, Theory, Technique, and Performance) or other repertoire, and to answer any questions.
The lesson schedule follows the Davis School District calendar for the school year. There are no lessons during the fall, spring, and holiday breaks. A few “flexible weeks” are built into the calendar to allow for rescheduling as needed. In case of sickness virtual lessons are offered, or can be rescheduled to Friday afternoons.
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Lessons during the summer are not required and are flexible for those who are interested.
Beginner students or those who need or want extra practice are encouraged to take a few lessons during the summer.
There are 2 formal recitals during the school year which are most often held at the Farmington library. Recitals will take place in the fall (November) and early spring (March or April).
I hold optional performance classes at my home studio in preparation for recitals, and during December to perform Christmas music.
