Custom Course
Take charge and lead the way
Have a unique musical goal in mind? Let’s design the perfect course together. You can mix and match elements from any of the other courses, or bring your own ideas to the table. Whether it’s songwriting, performance, music theory, or something totally new — I’m excited to collaborate and help bring your vision to life.
- Design a personalized curriculum based on your goals
- Combine elements from piano, improvisation, jazz, or songwriting
- Focus deeply on the skills you want to develop
- Explore your favorite musical styles and repertoire
- Work at a pace that fits your schedule and learning style
- Turn your musical ideas into real progress and performance
Who This Course Is For
Designed for a take charge musician
THE CREATOR
I don't want a one-size-fits-all music program. I want the freedom to explore my own interests, build the skills that matter to me, and create a musical journey that's uniquely mine.
THE GO-GETTER
I'm motivated and ready to improve, but I need an experienced mentor to guide me, challenge me, and help me reach my goals faster. I want a course that's built around where I am—and where I want to go.
THE LIFELONG MUSICIAN
Music has always been part of who I am, and I'm ready to take it to the next level. Whether I'm learning for personal enjoyment or pursuing bigger dreams, I want an approach that grows with me and inspires me every step of the way.
Recommended Course Progression
Your Musical Journey
Week 1-2
Defining Your Musical Vision
Defining Your Musical Vision
Every great musical journey begins with a clear direction. In these first sessions, we explore your goals, interests, and musical background. Together we design a personalized learning path that reflects what you truly want to achieve.
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Identify your musical goals and areas of focus
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Assess your current strengths and skills
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Design a customized learning plan tailored to your interests
Your breakthrough moment: Realizing your musical journey is completely personalized — and every step is designed around you.
Week 3-4
Building Your Personalized Foundation
Building Your Personalized Foundation
With your goals defined, we begin strengthening the skills that support your musical vision. Depending on your focus, this may include technique, theory, improvisation, songwriting, or repertoire development.
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Develop foundational skills that support your chosen path
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Explore exercises and concepts aligned with your musical interests
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Begin applying new ideas directly to real music
Your breakthrough moment: When your learning feels perfectly aligned with what you want to play and create.
Week 5-6
Expanding Skills and Musical Confidence
Expanding Skills and Musical Confidence
As your skills grow, we deepen your understanding and begin exploring more complex musical ideas. Your lessons adapt as you progress, allowing you to explore creativity while strengthening technique and musical fluency.
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Expand technical and musical skills related to your goals
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Apply new concepts through creative exercises and repertoire
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Strengthen confidence through guided exploration
Your breakthrough moment: Feeling your playing become more natural, expressive, and confident.
Week 7-8
Creative Exploration and Expression
Creative Exploration and Expression
This stage encourages deeper creativity. You’ll explore new musical ideas, experiment with different approaches, and begin shaping your own musical voice.
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Experiment with creative techniques such as improvisation or arrangement
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Develop musical interpretation and personal expression
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Apply your learning to pieces, projects, or compositions
Your breakthrough moment: Discovering your own musical voice beginning to emerge.
Week 9-10
Refining Your Musical Direction
Refining Your Musical Direction
With strong progress behind you, we focus on refining your skills and shaping your work into something meaningful. Whether you are preparing a performance, writing music, or mastering new techniques, this stage brings everything together.
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Refine technique, musical interpretation, and expression
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Strengthen focus on your chosen musical project or repertoire
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Develop confidence and artistic clarity
Your breakthrough moment: Realizing your playing reflects your personal style and musical vision.
Week 11-12
Bringing Your Vision to Life
Bringing Your Vision to Life
In the final stage of your course, you bring everything together. You’ll complete your chosen project — whether it’s a performance, composition, arrangement, or technical achievement — and reflect on the progress you’ve made.
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Complete your personal musical project or goal
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Perform, record, or present your work
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Reflect on growth and plan your next musical steps
Your breakthrough moment: Experiencing the satisfaction of achieving a goal you designed yourself.
Course Materials & Resources
Everything You Need to Be Successful
Recommended Course Supplements
- Structured Method Book
- Practice Guides: How to practice effectively between lessons
- Flash Cards
iPad Apps for Enhanced Learning
- Rhythm Lab: Interactive rhythm training
- Flash App Derby: Note recognition training
- Sight Reading Factory: Sight reading training
- Metrotimer: Advanced metronome with subdivision options
Home Practice Support
- Weekly practice assignments with clear objectives
- Video demonstrations of proper technique
- Troubleshooting guides for common challenges
- Progress milestones to celebrate achievements
Skills Evaluation
Let's get to know each other! We'll talk about your musical interests, any previous experience you may have, and what you'd like to accomplish. Together, we'll design a personalized course based on your goals, interests, and experience. I'll also explain how the course works, what to expect, and answer any questions you may have.
Course Enrollment
- Complete registration and payment
- Receive course materials and practice guides
- Schedule your first lesson
- Set up recommended iPad apps
You are the Master of your Own Creation!
It's time to create the course you've always imagined. You're in the driver's seat, and every lesson is designed around your goals, interests, and aspirations. Together, we'll build a musical journey that's uniquely yours.
Common Questions
A custom course is a personalized learning plan designed specifically around your musical goals. Together we create a curriculum that focuses on the skills, styles, and topics that interest you most.
We begin with a conversation about your goals, interests, and current skill level. From there, we design a course that may include elements of piano technique, improvisation, songwriting, jazz, music theory, or performance.
Not at all. Many students start with a general idea, and we refine it together. The goal is to create a course that supports your curiosity while building real musical progress.
Yes. The custom course allows you to mix and match elements from any of the existing courses, or focus deeply on one particular area of interest.
Yes. Custom courses can be designed for beginners, intermediate players, or advanced musicians who want to focus on a specific goal.