Piano Teacher
Faye D.

Faye began reading music and playing piano shortly after she began to read. She began teaching piano at age 16 and soon after took private lessons using the money she earned from teaching. In 2011, she became part of the National Piano Guild and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in music education at Freed-Hardeman University where she focused on piano and voice. She also participated in a music festival and auditioned for Carnegie Hall Royal Conservatory achieving level 8 with honors.  She student taught orchestra in Memphis, TN and also student taught jazz band and choir in Germantown, TN. 

Following college, Faye began the Kodály program in Houston based in Aldine ISD and went on to completing level 2. She taught in Aldine ISD as an elementary music teacher for a school year before realizing her she would have the best impact in one on one teaching. Faye has continued teaching private piano lessons since beginning at age 16. 

Faye adjusts her teaching style to each individual based on each student’s needs. She helps students stay focused by keeping the lessons dynamic and interesting. It is important to her that every student get enjoyment out of their learning piano. She does this by using positive reinforcement and helping students find repertoire they can enjoy. Her goals with each student include building an appreciation and enjoyment of music and teaching music as a language.