Make it stand outAs a music educator, my goal is to create a classroom where students not only build strong musical skills but also develop a genuine love for learning and creativity. I believe every student is capable of growth when they are given the right tools, encouragement, and opportunities. My teaching blends structure with exploration—students learn the fundamentals of music, but they also discover how music connects to their own lives and interests.

One of the ways I approach teaching is by finding creative methods to engage students in the “less exciting” parts of music. I often describe this as “sneaking in the vegetables.” Just as a parent might hide vegetables in pasta, I disguise essential skills such as repetition, metronome work, and note reading in activities that feel fun and rewarding. For example, instead of asking students to play with a metronome 50 times, I create backing tracks that feel like real music, which motivates them to play along without hesitation.

Technology is another core part of my teaching. I integrate tools such as recording software, digital audio workstations, and online resources so that students can reflect on their own progress and take ownership of their learning. Recording themselves, for instance, allows students to listen back, self-assess, and strive for improvement in ways that traditional instruction alone cannot provide. My aim is to help students become independent musicians who feel confident, creative, and equipped to keep learning long after they leave my classroom.