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Judi Cook
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano
Email: judihana@gmail.com
Debra DeMiero
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, Music Theory, Accompanying
Email: apianist88@mac.com
Leah Deobald
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano
Email: leah@leahdeobaldpiano.com
Website: leahdeobaldpiano.com
Seattle native, pianist Leah Deobald is a graduate of The Juilliard School where she received her Bachelor of Music in piano performance under the tutelage of Julian Martin. Top prizes in numerous competitions have led her to appearances on NW classical King FM radio in Seattle, Kansas Public Radio, as well as performances in Carnegie Weil Recital Hall, Seattle Benaroya Hall, and Catherine’s Palace, St. Petersburg Russia. Leah is a passionate pedagogue that focuses on holistic musical training which includes fundamentals such as sound production as the foundation of piano technique, context-based music theory, and aural skills. Leah currently accepts students of all ages. Schedule a free trial lesson to see if she is the right fit for you or your child’s musical journey.
Charles Gregson
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano
Email: chaspiano@gmail.com
Jennie Holland
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, Music Theory
Email: marjen19@comcast.net
Facebook: Jennie Holland Piano and Vocal Studio
Member of National Association of Teachers of Singing, BA Music Performance SPU Voice and Piano, NATS member, 25 years Teaching music since 1993, certified Songshine teacher for vocal recovery of the aging Voice, Former teacher at Prosser Piano -9 years, Former Pre-K-8 Classroom Music, Choir and Band Teacher, Specializing in teaching children and also teenagers ages 6-19, 2 Recitals per year- June and December, 3-4 Group Piano Parties per year, Faber- RCM – or Any Method Books accepted- Fun, Active Studio with Prize Reward System for Practice Goals!
Mariya Koshkina
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, theory
Email: markosh1@icloud.com
Mariya studied at the Music School for Gifted Children and at the Art Institute in Kharkov, Ukraine. She has over 40 years of classical performing and teaching experience. Mariya has consulted with Regina Horowitz (sister to Vladimir) and studied with students of legendary Russian master, Henrik Neyhaus. In Seattle, Mariya was a 1995 winner of the Soundmark live performance competition with KSER FM. She loves teaching piano to all ages and all levels from beginners to college level and is experienced in preparing students for national piano competitions.
Angela Michael, NCTM
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano
Email: angela.michael.piano@gmail.com
Website: http://angelamichaelpiano.com/
I am a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music (NCTM) through the Music Teachers National Association. MTNA is “the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.”
I studied piano performance and broadcast news at Gonzaga University where I graduated in 1990. I’ve been teaching piano for 15+ years after my initial career in television news.
My primary goal is to teach children and adults how to play the piano musically and develop a love for creating music. I meet students where they are, tailoring my teaching to each person’s learning style, musical interests and temperament. I want to bring out the best in each one of them.
Marda Strobeck
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano
Email: marda.strobeck@gmail.com
Dawn Taylor-May, NCTM
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, Theory
Email: dawntm.piano@gmail.com
Website: https://dawntm-piano.com
It’s never too late to learn to play the piano! Taking adult piano lessons is one of the best ways to exercise your entire brain, plus learning to play music can be great fun. I specialize in adult piano lessons where you learn the piano at your own pace while playing music you love. My adult piano lessons have reasonable rates, flexible lesson scheduling, and evening socials with other adult piano students. Free first lesson. I am currently offering lessons via Zoom or in-person.
Bonnie Thomas
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, Choral
Email: msmusic88@comcast.net
Bonnie majored in music education at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and then continued her piano education at Sherwood Music School in Chicago, Illinois, earning her “Certified Teacher of Music” certification.
Along with being a church Choral Director, Bonnie teaches piano to all ages of students, specializing in teaching adults. She hosts monthly piano socials, September through May of each year. Bonnie’s annual piano recital concert is held every June. Teaching music has been her passion for over 40 years.
Keva Vaughan-McMorrow, NCTM
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, Composition, Music Theory, Harpsichord, Chamber Music
Email: kevavmc@me.com
Keva Vaughan-McMorrow is a home grown musician (Oakland, Richland, Rome, Seattle, Edmonds) Studied at Mills preparatory School as a child. Bachelor of Music W.S.U. 1975, Rome Conservatory, Masters of Music U.W. 1981. Pianist, and celeste player, Cascade Symphony Orchestra for 30 years. Nationally Certified Teacher of Music 38 years, taught 40. Young children to adults. Past staff pianist for music programs at EUUC. 2010 and 2018 Washington State Composer of the Year. Certified Adjudicator for WSMTA in Piano, Composition. Published composer through Mandala Piano Works. Played in Europe, Carnegie Hall, and throughout the West Coast. Students played in orchestras, bands, held major church positions, teach in public schools, and placed in competitions at the State level.
Now that you know, email me; we’ll have fun and learn great music!
Mary Rose Walker-Lieberman
Area(s) of Instruction: Piano, Voice, Music Together
Email: maryroselessons@gmail.com
Teaching Website: https://maryrose.mymusicstaff.com/
Mary Rose Lieberman teaches voice and piano at Alley Bell Music and online. She continues to perform as a coloratura soprano outside of teaching. Her degrees are in Vocal Performance (L.S.U. School of Music ’19) and Music Education (Luther College ’15).
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