Nutz Music Lessons

10/22/2024

I came up with some Halloween versions of wiggle songs (transposed to minor) and tried to come up with clever names. For example, we sang Zero instead of Bingo. So, while explaining how we’re doing the “Spooky Cookie” instead of the “Hokey Pokey”, a kindergartner goes, “the Hocus Pocus?”. How did I miss that opportunity?!?

Also, now I’m thinking the song is actually the plural version of Hocus Pocus and should be spelled “Hoci Poci”. 😮

09/18/2021

Thinking about music and its relevance to every subject; I believe its relationship to science is often misunderstood or overlooked. I think the deeper comparisons relates to that of the scientific process. This process allows a single individual to discover the basic rules of music theory if their mind is fortified by curiosity, and perhaps in doing so, can reinvent music as the early jazz musicians have. I’m thankful for the teachers that spurred that curiosity and inspired me to strive to become a scientist at the piano.

12/03/2020

Daddy is starting her lessons young and she couldn’t be happier 🎸 🎶

11/30/2020

What do you guys think? I've been reflecting on my teaching philosophy and thinking about how the greatest gift of music is learning how to learn. Practice teaches us that patience, a calm steady mind, and a focus on improving our weaknesses are key characteristics to effectively enhance our very learning capabilities. The journey of enlightenment is never ending, yet the earlier we learn how to learn most efficiently, the more life has to offer.

11/23/2020

The NML website is finally up and running!! Let me know what you think and don't be afraid to share it with everyone ;)
https://www.nutzmusiclessons.com/

08/30/2020

Check out Maya’s arrangement of Someday My Prince Will Come! She showcases her written solo along with her own arrangement using techniques we’ve discussed in her jazz lessons. This shows what passion, dedication and hard work can do. Proud of you Maya!

Maya created her own jazz arrangement & composed her own solo (written down & memorized in this case, not improvised on the spot). There's a lot going on in ...

07/02/2020

TBT to two Christmases ago

06/29/2020

I’m excited to finally have a business page for my music lessons!

There are quite a few openings in my schedule right now. Please let me know if you, your family or anyone you know is interested in music lessons.
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Also, if you happen to already be on my schedule, please feel free to hand out my information. (20% off next month’s price for any referral resulting in new client)