Denise D.

Hi! My name is Denise and I was born in New York, grew up in the Midwest, discovered my love of music at age 5, and have been playing piano since that time. I graduated cum laude from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts in Music focusing on classical guitar/piano performance, music theory, composition, and music business. After moving back to New York I earned my degree in audio recording and midi technology from the Audio Recording Technology Institute where I studied audio engineering and production. Over the years I have combined my talents, skills, and experience to compose, arrange, produce, and record two original studio albums which I promote online and through live performances. I have 20 years of experience as a piano instructor, providing guidance to students of all ages, styles, and abilities. My teaching philosophy is to create an enthusiastic environment where students can progress while still having fun. I tailor my lesson plans to help students deal with frustration, patiently guiding them toward effective learning patterns that achieve progressive goals and bring feelings of accomplishment, joy, and a love for music!