tips for optimizing your online lesson
Make Sure Your Instrument is in View
Our teachers need to be able to see how you are playing your instrument in order to help you learn - always be sure your instrument is in full view of the camera.
For Piano: Place the camera lengthwise to show a full view of the keys and the student's hands, much like the photo to the left. An additional device can be placed squarely in the student's view so they can see learning materials and demonstrations.
For Guitar/Other Instruments: Place camera in front of the student and be sure the entire instrument and both of the student's hands are visible while they are playing.
For Voice: Place camera in front of the student with a full view of the student from head-to-toe or at least head-to-torso. Singing is a full body endeavor, and viewing the student's whole anatomy can help our voice teachers give the best instruction possible!
Turn On "Original Sound"
"Original sound" allows you to preserve the sound from your microphone and is ideal for hearing instruments and music via Zoom. Learn more about Original Sound here.
Turn on "High Fidelity Music Mode" as well for the highest quality of sound in your lessons.
Learn How to Access Your Teacher's Zoom Room from Our Parent/Student Portal
Meet Our Online Instructors
Rachel Shank - Accepting New Students
Rachel Shank - Accepting New Students
Rachel Shank - Accepting New Students
Piano, Guitar, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Strings, and French Horn
Rachel believes that music is a universal language. Inspiring her students to practice music and explore new kinds of music not only develops a passion for music, but it also creates an appreciation for all arts.
Carissa Pietsch
Rachel Shank - Accepting New Students
Rachel Shank - Accepting New Students
Voice, Piano, Ukulele, and Guitar
Carissa believes that all individuals are inherently musical and that talent can be tapped into through patient and compassionate guidance.
Celeste Siciliano
Rachel Shank - Accepting New Students
Celeste Siciliano
Voice and Piano
Celeste loves working with all ages and levels and believes in giving students the tools they need to succeed and to be independent. She encourages her vocal students to find their own unique voice, style and stage personality.