Music Performance Coaching
Sometimes when working on something for a while, there comes a point where we feel "stuck." Online research, forums, and online videos only get you so far. If you want guidance, advice, or motivation that’s personalized to your situation, book a coaching session to help gain clarity.
What's Performance Coaching?
A coach helps you move forward, work through problems, find solutions, and make the most of your skills. From academic coaches, health/wellness fitness trainers, sports/athlete coaches, to career coaches, musicians and those in the arts can also benefit from coaching.
Using my experience as a teacher, solo performer, accompanist, and researcher, I’ll help you regain confidence in your own abilities. I'll remind you of what you're already doing well and focus on finding solutions to get you closer to where you want to be. Tell me what you're struggling with, we'll review strategies you've already tried, and I'll suggest options to help you get back on track!
“He helped with phrasing and exaggerating the dynamics. He also suggested the method of practicing sixteenth note runs slowly and varying the rhythms. We talked about picturing a scene or color when playing. I felt that he gave very helpful advice in how to make my solo sound more musical.”
Who is Coaching for?
Pianists who want personalized help tailored to their situation. This is a great option for those that are self-taught, have limited access to local piano teachers, or who want additional feedback aside from their current teacher
Musicians preparing for college auditions, arts school auditions, competitions, talent shows
Band students preparing for Solo & Ensemble MPA
High school, college student, or adult who wants another perspective from a trained musician
Music majors, instrumentalists/vocalists, undergraduates needing help with Class Piano concepts, assignments, and music theory
Adults needing mindset preparation for an upcoming public performance, needing specific feedback about their playing, or have questions about technique, practice habits, or repertoire
Experienced pianists or music teachers wanting to play through repertoire for feedback
Student or older beginner starting lessons again, who’s struggling with new concepts or playing techniques
1. Fill out the “Book a 1:1 Session” form below and write out what you'd like feedback on. The more details you provide, the better I can assist you on your personal issue.
-Write briefly about your current situation/problem and where you feel “stuck” in your process. Be Specific: Share your main struggles and what you've tried so far.
State what your ultimate goal is, and what you'd like answers to. (If booking a virtual session, we can also discuss goals, etc. during the Call)
2. Choose your Session Type:
Video 1:1 Coaching Call (30 minutes (Zoom or Google Meet) or 1 hour (Google Meet)
In person (available within Jacksonville area only)
I’m available to answer anything piano, music, or performance related! It could be as simple as asking about a piece you want comments on that you're preparing for an audition. You can run through a piece and I can offer my observations, musical feedback and suggestions. Or you can ask about a technique or concept you've discovered online or are working on with your teacher and you want another perspective.
Topics can range from a technique struggle, overcoming mental blockages, fingering questions, piano literature, questions about majoring in music, music as a career, or practice help.
How Does the Process Work?
Step 1: Share
What do you need help with?
Step 2: Collaborative Energy
Let’s find solutions together!
1:1 Coaching Call: After submitting your booking, I’ll email a reply with suggested days/times. Depending on your question(s) the call will range from 30 minutes to 1 hour.
A payment link (Venmo; PayPal) will be sent along with an agreed date(s) and time(s).
Book a 1:1 Session
If this seems like a service you'd be interested in, fill in the form to get started! This service supplements your current progress and encourage you to continue moving forward. If you have any additional questions, write "Question about Coaching" in the subject line.
A reply will be sent within the week. (Also check your Spam folder.) I look forward to hearing from you!