Best Piano Lessons in Gardnerville, Nevada
Music with Shanna Mae
851 Cabernet Ct Apartment A, Gardnerville, NV 89460 +17757903599 Visit Website
Opening Hours
Monday: 07:00-19:30
Tuesday: 09:00-19:30
Wednesday: 09:00-19:30
Thursday: 09:00-19:30
Friday: 09:00-19:30
Saturday: 09:00-19:30
Sunday: Closed
Music with Shanna Mae
Music with Shanna Mae is a piano instructor offering a comprehensive approach to music education for students of all ages and skill levels. Shanna Mae’s background is deeply rooted in music, spanning over 24 years of playing, 16 years of accompanying, and 13 years of teaching experience. She began her musical journey at age 5, receiving classical training and consistently achieving top student status throughout her education. She holds honors in every festival she participated in during high school and performed a full solo recital upon graduation, showcasing her versatility and skill. She holds a degree from Brigham Young University. She incorporates theory, composition, improvisation, sight reading, and ear training into her instruction, tailoring the curriculum to each student’s individual goals and interests.
What piano styles are taught here?
classical, sacred music, composition, improvisation, sight reading, ear training, voice, pipe organ
Which age groups are catered to?
Preschoolers (introduction to musicality and basic concepts through the "Little Mozarts" curriculum), Middle & High School Band Students (focused instruction to expand skills and accelerate progress on woodwind instruments), Children & Teens (voice lessons with a classical foundation, incorporating diverse styles), Beginners (introduction to piano and other instruments)
What's the pedagogical approach to teaching piano?
Shanna Mae’s teaching philosophy is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of the importance of a trusting relationship between teacher and student. She draws on her own experience as a performer and accompanist to provide students with a supportive and encouraging learning environment. She incorporates theory, composition, improvisation, sight reading, and ear training into her instruction, tailoring the curriculum to each student’s individual goals and interests.