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Each child’s journey in learning about music is unique to their own abilities and interests. I enjoy discovering each child’s individual learning style. A solid foundation will open up a whole new level of understanding and appreciation for music that is their own. The knowledge and skill gained in music lessons will provide joy and fulfillment for a lifetime. I have been teaching for over 20 years. I attended Xavier University and graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Piano Performance. I received a Master’s degree in Piano Pedagogy from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana where I studied with Dr. Kenneth Drake.

Tuition is $100 per Month 

Cancellation Policy

Students/Parents must give 30 days written notice with the tuition payment for their last month. The final lesson date will then be calculated.

Missed Lesson Policy

A minimum of 12 hrs notice is required to cancel a lesson; except for true emergencies. BOTH the teacher & the studio must be called. Students will get only ONE make-up lesson each 12 week period, during the MAKE-UP WEEK, on their regular day & time.

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Instructor at Willis Music since August, 2004 Mia has a great love for music and people and utilizes her gifts and talents to help her students reach their potential quickly. • Graduate of Central High School, Cincinnati, Ohio • Studied Music 10 Years with Prof. Frank Mahler, Saint Francis of Assissi • Managed her own piano studio for 5 ½ years in Knoxville, TN • Pianist for 9 ½ years at Valley Dale Baptist in Alabama • Teaches all styles of piano – classical, jazz, pop, contemporary Christian • Taught at Keyboard Plus for 5 ½ years in Florida • Previously served as pianist and music minister for United Methodist in Latonia

Tuition is $81 per month

Cancellation Policy

24-hours notice is needed to cancel a lesson with the exception of family emergencies or illness. Make-up lessons will be offered during my normal teaching hours based upon studio availability. Missed/cancelled lessons cannot be refunded except in extreme circumstances. I will inform you of my travel plans and schedule conflicts – you will not be charged for lessons I miss. Lessons missed due to my illness will be made up or refunded. Please cancel lessons if you are sick.

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Curtis Pavey, is a pianist, harpsichordist, and educator in the Cincinnati area. With over ten years of teaching experience, including at the collegiate level, Curtis has a passion for helping musicians of all ages to achieve high levels of musical performance. His studio at Willis Music Kenwood includes students of many backgrounds and ages including adults. In his teaching, Curtis helps students establish long term goals and develops their skills with appropriate repertoire, technique, and music theory instruction.

Currently, Curtis is in the final stages of completing a doctorate in Piano Performance with specialization in Piano Pedagogy and Harpsichord under the tutelage of Professor Emeritus James Tocco and Dr. Michael Unger at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). In 2018, he graduated from the master’s program at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music where he majored in Piano Performance and Early Music Harpsichord. He worked with international performers including: Edward Auer, Elisabeth Wright, Evelyne Brancart, and Lee Phillips.

Curtis enjoys an active teaching career. While working on his doctorate, Curtis has held the Graduate Assistantship in Secondary Piano at CCM, teaching private and group piano lessons to undergraduate and graduate music majors and non-majors. Additionally, Curtis is an active member of the Music Teachers National Association, regularly presenting at local and national conferences. He served as the 2020-2021 Co-President of the CCM MTNA Chapter. Curtis previously taught music theory as an Associate Instructor at Indiana University, where he taught all of the first year classes in written and aural theory. Additionally, he taught piano at Indiana University Young Pianists, a pre-college program based in Bloomington, Indiana. Curtis’ students are active performers in the community and at local competitions. One of his students won the 2011 Douglas County Stars of Tomorrow Elementary Division in Colorado, claiming $500. Curtis’ studio also includes retirees and adults who take lessons for the joy of playing music.

As a pianist, Curtis has been featured in numerous performances around the country. Curtis gave his debut solo recital at the Oklahoma Mozart Festival in 2012, and was invited back in 2013. He also studied at a summer program held at the Curtis Institute of Music, where he won the 2012 Concerto Competition. In 2016, Curtis had the distinct privilege of performing the Schumann Piano Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44 as a winner of the EASPW Chamber Music Competition. In 2017, Curtis was chosen as a winner of the EASPW Solo Competition – Senior Division. In February 2019, Curtis was chosen to perform amongst CCM faculty pianists James Tocco and Dr. Dror Biran in a performance of Stravinsky’s Les Noces. He has performed in master classes for renowned pianists including Julian Martin, Emile Naoumoff, Su Bin, Bruce Brubaker, Olga Kern, and Malcolm Bislon.  He has also privately worked with Jerome Lowenthal, Peter Bithell, Jon Nakamatsu, Crystal Lee, and Amy Yang.

Curtis is also passionate about early music through his harpsichord studies. Curtis was recently accepted to compete in the 2020 Jurow International Harpsichord Competition (currently planned to take place in August 2021).  In May 2017, Curtis opened the Bloomington Early Music Festival with a solo harpsichord recital as the festival’s “Emerging Artist.” In a review of the performance, Peter Jacobi of the Herald Times described him as “an artist of considerable finish and even more promise.” In 2018, Curtis performed Bach’s Harpsichord Concerto in A Major with the IU Baroque Orchestra and attended the Berwick Academy at the Oregon Bach Festival in 2018 and 2019. He has coached with many distinguished early music specialists including Elisabeth Wright, Jacques Ogg, Wilbert Hazlezet, Alexander Weimann, John Butt, Debra Nagy, Dana Marsh, Stanley Ritchie, and Bruce Dickey.

Learn more at www.curtispavey.com or listen on YouTube at https://bit.ly/3tT9qPG

Tuition is $25 per half hour lesson

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“Curtis was a fantastic piano teacher for my daughter! He was patient, fun, diligent and amazingly knowledgeable! He really concentrated for the entire lesson on making her a better piano player and each lesson was completely worthwhile!” – Molly B.

“Exceptional professionalism, always attentive to the needs of the student and willing to adapt based on the student’s learning style and goals.” – Inna K.

“Curtis is an incredibly talented pianist. Not only is he a great instructor, he has patience, is flexible, and has a good demeanor.” – Jennifer R.

“Curtis has been a wonderful teacher for my son. The progress that my son made over the past year with Curtis was phenomenal. They both interacted well and Curtis knew exactly what my son liked and steered him towards that and at the same time encouraged him to learn other genres as well. Curtis and my son developed a great connection which I hope continues in future. Curtis is a positive and passionate piano teacher.” – Jayasree S.

“Curtis Pavey is the greatest piano teacher I have ever had in my life. He is sweet and caring and makes you love playing the piano. He is so considerate about everything and truly wants you to succeed and help you in any way that he can. You would be the luckiest person if you could have him as a teacher.” – David B.

“Very professional and articulating. Great help for adult beginner students.” – Hailing B.

Cancellation Policy

• 48 hours’ notice is needed to cancel a lesson with the exception of family emergency or illness • Make-up lessons will be offered during my normal teaching hours based upon studio availability • Missed/cancelled lessons cannot be refunded except in extreme circumstances • I will inform you in advance of my travel plans and schedule conflicts – you will not be charged for lessons during these weeks • Lessons missed due to my illness will be made up or refunded Please understand that your regular weekly lesson time serves as an appointment, reserving my time. In addition to my time, I pay studio rental fees monthly for each slot that I have registered – tuition must be paid regularly in order to maintain your reservation.

Missed Lesson Policy

Please notify 48 hours before if you wish to reschedule them. Only exceptions will be medical problems and family emergency to be considered for rescheduling without 48 hours notice. There is no refund unless teacher cancels it.

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Helena Hyesoo Kim is a Korean-Canadian pianist who enjoys connecting with communities through her performances, teaching, and outreach. Her performances have been acclaimed as “sensitive”, “charming” and “noble.” At the age of eleven, she performed with the Poland Chamber Orchestra in South Korea. She has performed solo and chamber recitals in Russia, Chile, Holland, France, Canada, and the United States. She recently performed a recital towards her doctorate in Cincinnati consisting of preeminent Russian composers of the twentieth century. The concert featured works of Nikolai Roslavets and Sofia Gubaidulina, demonstrating her passion for the discovery of unfamiliar works of highly artistic composers. After studying at the Specialized Music High School of the Saint-Petersburg Conservatory, named after Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, she decided to explore a different area of discipline. Helena graduated with a dual degree in Science (Physiology and Psychology) and Music (Piano Performance) from the University of British Columbia. After graduating from her dual degree program, she started working for a contemporary music concert organization, Music on Main, and taught at the Mozart School of Music in Vancouver, B.C. During this two year working period, she rediscovered her passion for performing and set out to pursue a Master’s in Piano Performance at McGill University. Helena has actively performed recitals and chamber music at international music festivals, including the Gijon International Music Festival, the Holland International Music Sessions, and the Orford Music Festival. She has competed in numerous national and international competitions. She won the second prize in Vancouver Women’s Musical Society,first prize at the Russian International Music Festival, among several others at Korean national competitions. She reached the semi-finals in the Prix d’Europe (Montreal) and the Seattle International Competition. Collaborating with different musicians and artists is a significant part of her career. 

Tuition is $30 per half hour

Cancellation Policy

Students wishing to permanently cancel their lessons must do so in writing 30 days in advance. No prior payment will be refunded.

Missed Lesson Policy

• Lessons canceled by the instructor will be made up by the end of the semester. (This includes lessons that may be canceled because of weather.) • If UC is closed because of weather then lessons are canceled. If UC opens by the time of your lesson then lessons will proceed. • Lessons canceled by the student are forfeited. (The only exception is a death in the family.)

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Christopher L. Koon began playing piano at the age of 6. He has been serving churches as organist and conductor for over 35 years. From 2001-2008 he was the associate director at Christ Church Cathedral, Cincinnati. He is the substitute organist at Isaac M. Wise Plum Street Temple. Over the years he has accompanied amateur and professional choirs throughout the Eastern U.S. Performance venues include the Toledo Museum of Art, Cincinnati Art Museum, Wells Cathedral (England) in addition to many churches and university concert halls. He has performed with members of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Cincinnati Opera. He is currently Director of Music at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Newport. He is on the faculty at the UC College-Conservatory of Music Preparatory Department where he serves as Instructor of Organ and Piano. He is a former assistant professor (adjunct) of piano at Northern Kentucky University. He was also pianist at Vito’s Café in Ft. Thomas, where he accompanied the singing servers. He is the former organist with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. He earned the Bachelor of Music and the Master of Music degrees from Ohio University. He also earned the graduate Certificate in Organ and Church Music from the Indiana University School of Music. He has completed all course work for the Doctor of Musical Arts degree at CCM. He has 30 years of experience as a private teacher. Mr. Koon studied photography at Ohio University and the Art Academy of Cincinnati and has been an avid photographer for many years. He recently started a photography business specialising in headshots for musicians.

Tuition is $30 per lesson

Cancellation Policy

If a student intends to discontinue lessons, a one month notice is appreciated.

Missed Lesson Policy

If a student is unable to attend a lesson, please notify me as soon as possible at one of the following contacts: brendam549@gmail.com or 513-314-2715. If a student arrives late for their lesson time, they will receive the remaining time of their lesson. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS- for continued progress Regular practice- 15-30 minutes per day, 5 days each week Bring all books to each lesson CANCELLATION Occasionally I need to cancel lessons due to weather conditions. I will notify you as soon as possible if that occurs. If 44 lessons are not offered due to unforeseen circumstances, I will prorate the tuition in December. If a student intends to discontinue lessons, a one month notice is appreciated.

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I have a Bachelor of Music degree from Miami University and am a certificated music teacher with the Ohio Department of Education. I also have a Master of Science degree in school counseling and I am a retired licensed school counselor. I have been teaching piano/keyboard lessons at Willis-Moeller Music since 1989. My lessons focus on necessary piano/keyboard basics and music or styles of interest to each student. I work with students aged 6 through adult years. Technology apps, white board work, and movement are also used to engage the younger students and assist with music development.

Tuition is $95/month

Cancellation Policy

I require 24 hours notice cancellation.

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Mindfulness. Representation. Connection.
These three words embody my studio and teaching.

All three are born out of my own rocky relationship with piano. I’ve battled negative self-talk, feelings of worthlessness & inadequacy, performance anxiety, disastrous performances.

So I know how difficult learning & cultivating a musical craft can be. I know the ways we tear ourselves down. I know that unless we have the skills to navigate through the challenging times, piano lessons can constantly feel like a burden instead of a joy.

No matter our age, mindfulness, representation, and connection support us along the path to developing fruitful musical lives.

And yes, I teach all the necessities of playing piano: technique, aural skills, note reading, sight-reading, etc. because you can’t truly connect to the musical world if you don’t know the vocabulary. But we can’t learn the necessary vocabulary if we don’t feel safe enough to try new things. My studio is that safe space.

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Tuition rate is $28 for 30 minutes.