TeachMeMsTaylor
music lessons
piano • guitar • ukulele • voice • songwriting
“Great musicians need the spirit of a gypsy but the discipline of a soldier!”
From the movie Beethoven Lives Upstairs
music lessons
In-person or online
BEGINNERS Lessons are recurring weekly and extremely important in the early stages when developing the nervous system, fine motor skills, auditory and touch sensory areas of the brain—all occur simultaneously. With repetitive movements, patterns, momentum, counting out loud, clapping rhythms; self-talk when correcting trouble spots; students quickly gain confidence and find success. It takes practice … no getting around this.
Piano students read and interpret sheet music, recognize patterns and sequences (as do engineers) and coordinate their hands and fingers (fine motor skills) to play the correct notes, melodies and entire songs.
After learning the basics including theory, Ms. Taylor tailors lessons to students’ favorite genres. She prefers working with beginners.
After earning her B.S. in Family & Child Development (Social Services and Early Childhood Education working her way through KSU as professional musician); eight years as a music sub/tutor for Arlington ISD; finally forming TeachMeMsTaylor in 2010, she learned to work well with not only pre-k, kinder, middle and high schoolers; also adults and seniors who are either beginners or refreshing their musical skills from early life.
piano
At any age, playing piano develops better mental skills and fine motor skills. Learn piano first, then any instrument becomes easier! Lessons begin with classical training; then onward to favorite genres. Ms. Taylor particularly persuades emotional growth studying new age aesthetic artists like Yiruma, Philip Wesley, Brian Crain, Ludovico Einaudi, endless opportunities … anime, video games’ music … tell her what you want to play.
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guitar
It’s never too early or too late to pick up a guitar. Guitar lessons offer a fantastic opportunity to learn a new skill, and express yourself creatively. The fine motor skills used are particularly good for older folks wanting to improve dexterity by using the fingers more. Cell phone usage limits fine motor skills’ development. Plus guitar is so so soothing! Most styles eventually taught after learning basics.
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voice / singing
Voice/Singing lessons aren’t just for opera, broadway, pop or rock stars; they’re a valuable tool, at any age, to improve vocal abilities and confidence. Please see reviews on Matt W. After 30 singing lessons with Ms. Taylor, he earned a recording contract with an eight-time Grammy award winning music producer and recorded his EP right on LA’s infamous Sunset Strip. Ms. Taylor knows how to bring out your best voice.
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combination lessons
Piano/Voice
Guitar/Voice
Ukulele/Voice
Learn to play and sing like Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Elton John, Billy Joel, James Taylor, Carole King, Kansas …the list is endless!
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ukulele
For youngsters, the ukulele’s small frame and fewer strings make it easier to grasp, a great instrument that leads to guitar. Adults find the ukulele to be a creative stress reliever.
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songwriting / arranging / music production / copyrighting
Learn song structure, chord families, chord progressions, write lyrics and create catchy melodies. Also learn to create “outside the box” that is, around typical songwriting guidelines; setup your own record and publishing companies, digital distribution…
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let's chat
We here at TeachMeMsTaylor look forward to learning your questions, comments, dreams and/or ideas. Anything is possible, do not be afraid to ask!
Please email: contact@teachmemstaylor.com
Organic gardening; holistic health coaching: yoga, meditation, breath work, herbal and essential oils therapy to heal; living inside frugality; learn creativity; one or all included upon enrolling in lessons; just ask.
consultation and enrollment
Initial consultation(s), interviews(s), applicable audition(s) and the enrollment process are all free.
Initial consultation(s), interviews(s), applicable audition(s) and the enrollment process are all free.
music lesson prices
30 minutes – $40
45 minutes – $60
60 minutes – $75
Library of Congress Official Copyrights $375
scheduling and payment options
After acceptance, we find a mutually beneficial time for your lessons.
Reserve monthly in advance one payment first of every month via Zelle or cash.
about Ms Taylor
20+ years of music education experience
As a dedicated music educator with over 20 years experience inside a public school then private instruction, Ms. Taylor offers personalized piano, guitar, singing, songwriting and music arranging lessons, tailored to students’ goals and learning styles.
Her comprehensive approach includes music theory ensuring a well-rounded education.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, her passions for music, teaching, and being creative will guide you in achieving your artistic goals in a supportive and inspiring environment.
30+ years of professional musicianship
After 30+ years of professional musicianship spanning across two continents (US and Europe), publishing two CDs and digital downloads (under Susan B. Taylor), Ms. Taylor retired from live performing in 2010 to teach privately.
Ms Taylor also had a 20+ side-career in corporate/securities law and has filed many official copyrights with US Library of Congress.