Beavercreek Piano Teachers Association
Passing our love of music onto our children through piano education.
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Jessica Bowling - Beavercreek, Ohio not accepting new students
Website: www.bowlingpianostudios.com
E-mail: bowlingstudios@gmail.com
Phone: (937) 956-1992
Jessica Bowling is a graduate of Wright State University, and earned her Master’s degree in Piano Performance in April of 2023. She has over a decade of teaching piano lessons to spanning ages five to seventy. In each lesson, students learn to read music, and understand music theory. Jessica’s students also learn a bit about music history and the development of the piano. From there the students decide the main area of study!
While a classically trained pianist, Jessica also teaches chord chart reading, ragtime, blues, and jazz. Her heart is to train well rounded pianists, and allow them to explore their own unique passions. Whatever sparks your musical excitement, she would be honored to teach you or your child.
She is a mom of three little ones and fully understands what it takes to keep children engaged. Together you will move, play games, and learn at age appropriate lessons. Jessica also works with students with autism, ADHD and welcomes each individual right where they are at. After teaching many ages and abilities, the belief that music is for all remains firmly in place.
Jessica enjoys being a mom and taking a Sunday nap. When she is able to get away, she enjoys hiking with her husband, and trying new coffee shops. Jessica also plays piano at weddings, parties, church, and accompanies other artists.
May her passion for teaching piano become your lifelong love of music.
Susan Carlock - Kettering, Ohio only accepting daytime adults or prospective music majors/minors preparing for college
E-mail: Carlock22@gmail.com
Email for an interview and audition.
Susan Carlock (BME, MSEd) is a Studio Music Teacher, Collaborative Pianist and Church Musician. I am a member of the National Federation of Music Clubs, Dayton Music Club, Delta Omicron Music International Fraternity, and can be found in the Marquis Who’s Who in American Educators. I also served as an Adjunct instructor in piano and music education at Wright State University.
Carlock Music Studio students have been chosen for piano Masterclasses and have been selected for Honors programs, local and district recitals, conservatory piano summer camps, as well as OFMC State Competition. Susan’s students have accumulated over 120 Gold Cup awards in the Ohio Federation of Music Club’s Jr. Festivals in the categories of Piano Solo, Piano Concerto, Theory, and Hymn Playing. Studio Composition students have achieved 1st and 2nd place in State and Regional Composition contests and have had their composition published in the State Jr. Composer’s booklet.
Carlock Music Studio offers many opportunities for Studio recitals as well as outside recitals at other venues. There are two formal Studio recitals yearly plus an Annual Ensemble recital where students perform duets, trios, quartets, piano duos and double duos together. The main emphasis of Studio work is based on piano technique, theory, and standard piano repertoire.
Students who plan to major/minor in music are given instruction to prepare for collegiate auditions and classes.
Come and join me! You must have an acoustic piano (vs a keyboard) and commit to practice daily. Ages 6 – Adults. If you are an adult who wants to begin again, continue studying music or just “begin!” you are welcome! Piano class is weekly and year around except for July.
E-mail me for an interview time! Together we can make America truly musical!
Anna Demers - Beavercreek, Ohio not accepting new students
Phone: 937-672-7418
E-mail: annademers2019@gmail.com
Teaching Experience: Anna has taught piano privately since 2009, and maintained her own music studio since 2011, teaching while at university and focusing especially on her studio since graduating in 2015.
Teaches: She enjoys teaching students of all ages and levels, from young ones just beginning to study music to retired adults looking to develop their musical skills and stretch themselves. She has enjoyed helping students prepare to audition and study music in college as well. One of her biggest priorities in teaching is for the student to enjoy the music they play and the process, and she tailors the repertoire and the lesson focus towards the student's interest, while still introducing new concepts or challenges to stretch them and help them discover new things they may enjoy. She teaches classical music, improvisation, and church music while including theory and aural skills in her lessons.
Degrees/Credentials/Memberships:
B.M. in Keyboard Pedagogy from Cedarville University – studied with Dr. Charles Clevenger
B.M. in Performance from Cedarville University – Harp
Received certification as a Nationally Certified Teacher of Music in piano through MTNA in 2017
Member of Dayton Music Club and the Ohio Federation of Music Clubs
Student Opportunities: Students have opportunities to play in semi-annual studio recitals in the community, as well as participation in National Piano Guild Auditions and in the Ohio Federation of Music Clubs Festival held at University of Dayton. Anna also holds periodic studio classes for her students to learn and enjoy music together as a group.
Christa Galey - Beavercreek, Ohio
Phone: (801) 719-1467 (texts preferred)
E-mail: christagaleypianostudio@gmail.com
Teaching Experience:
Teaching Experience: Christa has been teaching piano lessons since 2012. Throughout college and graduate school, she maintained a small private studio where her students combined with other small studios to participate in recitals and group classes. Since graduating in April 2018, Christa is moving into teaching private piano lessons full time.
Christa has experience teaching beginning, intermediate, advanced, and adult students. Her favorite piano method to use is Faber Piano Adventures, but she incorporates other methods and supplemental repertoire into the lessons as needed. In addition to repertoire, her students learn music theory, ear training, and sight reading in their lessons each week.
Lesson Information:
Christa offers 30, 45, and 60-minute lesson packages depending on the age and skill level of the student. Her lesson packages include private lessons, group classes, and studio recitals. Her studio calendar follows the Beavercreek City Schools calendar, and she teaches summer lessons in June and July.
About Christa Galey:
A dedicated artistic pianist, Christa Galey is highly regarded as a performer, collaborator, and teacher. She has been called “an outstanding soloist,” “a sensitive and empathetic collaborator,” and her performances demonstrate “a healthy balance of artistry and poise.” In 2015, Christa received the Mr. and Mrs. Roland Polsdorfer Award for her excellent achievement in piano performance. She won Wright State University’s concerto competition in 2017; she won second place in the OMTA Graves Solo and Ensemble Piano Competition in 2017 and 2018; and she was a finalist in the 2018 Three Arts Scholarship Competition and WSU’s 2018 Young Artist Solo Competition.
In addition to performing, Christa teaches students of all ages. In 2014, Christa received the Love Pedagogy Scholarship from Cedarville University, recognizing her outstanding performance as a pedagogy student and private teacher. In 2016, she received a full-tuition scholarship to Wright State University where she worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. As a GTA, she gained experience teaching undergraduate keyboard musicianship and music theory classes. She is certified through Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) and is a member of the Beavercreek Piano Teachers Association.
In 2018, Christa earned her Master of Music degree in piano performance from Wright State University, where she studied with Dr. Jackson Leung. In 2016, she received her undergraduate degree in piano performance and keyboard pedagogy from Cedarville University, where she studied with Dr. Chuck Clevenger and Mrs. Connie Anderson.
In addition to teaching and performing, Christa enjoys playing the piano with her church’s praise team and working with her church’s youth group. Her hobbies include reading, exercising, baking, and spending time with her husband, Daniel.
Carla Grossman - Beavercreek/other, OH
E-mail: carla.grossman@gmail.com
Teaching Experience: Since 2000
Degrees/Credentials:
Bachelor of Music with emphasis in Keybaord Pedagogy from Cedarville University. Studied under Connie Anderson and John Mortensen.
About Carla & Her Teaching:
Carla has taught piano privately since 2000 and maintained her own studio of more than 55 students since 2003. She offers lessons in Beavercreek and Clayton to students of all ages and levels. She also offers virtual lessons. Lessons are tailored to each individual student. Every student is given a solid foundation in technique, theory and music reading. Students will have the opportunity to learn a variety of musical styles as they progress. Carla enjoys teaching Classical, Jazz, Pop and Church music, as well as improvisation. Above all, she loves developing a positive connection between a student and the music they play.
Teacher Activities/Memberships:
Carla is a member of Music Teachers National Association, Ohio Music Teachers Association, and Ohio Federation of Music Clubs. Carla has many years of experience in accompanying and church music.
Student Opportunities:
Students have the opportunity to participate in semi-annual recitals, OMTA Ribbon/Scale Festival, OFMC Festival, as well as other special events.
Micaiah Higgins - Beavercreek, Ohio
E-mail: mjhigginspiano@gmail.com
Micaiah Higgins graduated with highest honors from Cedarville University in 2022 with a B.A. in Keyboard Pedagogy. During the program, she received the Love Pedagogy Scholarship and the Lyle and Connie Anderson Endowed Music Scholarship, recognizing her dedication to teaching piano and love for music. Micaiah taught private lessons during her degree study and has transitioned to teaching full time since she graduated. In her five years of teaching, she has guided beginner, intermediate, and early advanced students to reach their musical goals. Her students’ ages have ranged from six to sixty and have explored classical music, popular songs, chord charts, jazz, and more in their lessons. Micaiah’s passion is to provide her students with a well-rounded musical education that is tailored to each student’s unique experiences, goals, passions, and needs. Micaiah’s desire is for each of her students to thrive in an environment where they feel heard, encouraged, and equipped to reach their goals.
Micaiah is currently offering lessons in her students’ homes. She can’t wait to share her love of music with you! Please e-mail for more information and details concerning lessons.
Cristina Newell - Huber Heights, Ohio
Phone: 801-865-9650
E-mail: cristinanewellmusic@gmail.com
Website: https://cristinanewellmusi.wixsite.com/piano
Cristina is passionate about teaching and music, so being a piano teacher is her dream come true. She has been teaching a variety of piano, music, and language classes to children and adults for 15 years. Cristina specializes in teaching beginning and intermediate students and finding the right piano coursework to help each individual student meet their goals. She has a wide collection of method books and sheet music, and is always on the hunt for new music and games to make each lesson fun!
While Cristina loves teaching students of all ages, she especially enjoys teaching preschoolers using the “WunderKeys for Preschoolers” curriculum. As a mom of two little ones, Cristina searched far and wide for the best preschool piano curriculum when her son wanted to start piano lessons and WunderKeys was the winner! Each lesson is filled with fun games and activities to reinforce the music skills children will need prior to learning to read music notation.
Cristina is excited to share the joy of piano with every student in her piano studio! She lives in the north Huber Heights area and teaches piano lessons out of her home studio. Please reach out if you have any questions!
Krista Schupbach - Beavercreek, Ohio not accepting new students
Phone: 937-204-4393
E-mail: clarsaxpiano@gmail.com
Website: http://kcspiano.weebly.com/
Teaching Experience: Fifteen years
Teaches: Beginners (Age 7 and older) to Late Intermediate, Classical, Alfred Methods
Degrees/Credentials:
Bachelor of Arts in Music, concentration in piano, University of Dayton 2008
Teacher Activities/Memberships:
Director of Music at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in downtown Dayton, also a regular church music substitute at several area Catholic churches, and has been a judge at the Federation of Music Clubs Festival.
Student Opportunities: Annual Christmas recital every December
Angela Wickizer - Beavercreek, Ohio
E-mail: ma.wickizer@sbcglobal.net
Degrees:
Master in Education with emphasis in music
Bachelor of Music Education with emphasis in piano
Teaches the following: Beginners through advanced students.
Most frequently used method is Faber and Faber, although other methods may be used depending on the need and ability of the student. Both theory and technique are stressed. Students will also be exposed to various styles of music; for example: classical, pop, blues, jazz, and church music. The amount of study in any of these styles will depend on the desire of the student.
Memberships:
Member of the Ohio Music Teachers Association
Dayton Music Club
National Federation of Music Clubs
Beavercreek Piano Teachers Association
Participating teacher of Allegro Jr. Music Club
Additional musical experiences: teacher at both public and private schools, pianist for churches, and choir director for both children and adults.
Student Opportunities for Performance:
OFMC Music Festival held at Wright State
OMTA Ribbon Festival
Allegro Junior Music Club
Both the BPTA and OMTA Honors recitals
Studio recitals
Debbie Yanney - Beavercreek, Ohio not accepting new students
Debbie Yanney graduated from Wright State University with a B.A. in Music (concentration in piano) in 1983. She has been teaching for over 43 years and takes students of all ages, although she especially enjoys teaching younger students. She is organist/pianist at Kirkmont Presbyterian Church in Beavercreek.
Mrs. Yanney offers 30-60 minute lessons and uses the Faber Piano Adventures series most often. Lessons include semi-annual Repertoire classes where students meet in small groups with other students of their level to perform in a low-stress environment and to play educational music games. A low-stress recital is held once a year. Mrs. Yanney has an extensive library of supplemental teaching pieces of all styles (jazz, sacred, Classical, popular, etc.).
Julie Zalewski - Beavercreek, Ohio wait list
Phone: 937-305-6087
E-mail: jl.zalewski@gmail.com
Teaching Experience: 15 years
Teaches: Beginners to late Intermediate, Faber Method
Student Opportunities: Annual Christmas recital every December.
I love the process of seeing a child go from not being able to read music to reading music and playing the piano. Nearly all of my students over the years have joined their school bands, and I enjoy fostering a love for music in all its forms.
I also play the flute, guitar, and sing in my church choir and with the Sweet Adelines.
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