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French Horn Specialist and K-12 Music Teacher
Michaela R.

5.0 (121 ratings)

367 hours tutoring

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My name is Michaela, and I hope you are doing well! I graduated summa cum laude from McMurry University with a degree in Music Education with a minor in Curriculum and Instruction. I tutored during my time at McMurry, working with a variety of people from a diverse array of areas of study, ranging from newly graduated high school students to adults looking to achieve their dreams of going back to earn a degree. My primary instrument is the French Horn, though I have tutored and started...

My name is Michaela, and I hope you are doing well! I graduated summa cum laude from McMurry University with a degree in Music Education with a minor in Curriculum and Instruction. I tutored during my time at McMurry, working with a variety of people from a diverse array of areas of study, ranging from newly graduated high school students to adults looking to achieve their dreams of going back to earn a degree. My primary instrument is the French Horn, though I have tutored and started students on other brass instruments as well.

After graduation, I spent time as an assistant band director, working with middle and high school students. In the summer of 2021, I earned my Level I of my Kodaly Pedagogy, honing my skills in general musicianship, sight singing, and interval recognition. Currently, I teach elementary (pre-k through 5th), while also still assisting with students from grades 6-12. I cover a wide variety of essential music skills, such as tone development, rhythmic capability, range and flexibility, and how Audiation plays a crucial role in one's overall success on the horn. Regardless of the age of my students or the people I have helped via tutoring, nothing has been more rewarding than watching someone realize their potential and achieving their goals.

Some of the best teachers I have had the pleasure of learning from always made their lessons engaging and accessible to everyone. I focus my efforts on finding what will make learning the most successful and enjoyable for each individual. Whether you feel as if you are behind, or just looking to get ahead, I tailor my lessons and content to both your needs and goals.

If you have any questions or just want to learn more, please don't hesitate to contact me. I hope to be part of your educational journey and I can't wait to see how you grow and succeed!

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Education

McMurry University
Music Education
Midwestern State University Kodaly Institute
Other
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: Please contact me if you have any special tutoring needs (mult-hour sessions, groups, etc.). We can negotiate a rate that works for you!
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 9/17/2022

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Ear Training

Ear Training

I teach K-12 Music at the district I currently work for and I use a variety of ear training exercises to help cultivate musical understanding. Exercises include basic rhythm replication, melodic identification, and sight singing/reading. In addition, mainly with younger students, I focus heavily on basic pitch recognition (High, low, same).
French Horn

French Horn

I have 16 years of experience of playing the French Horn. In addition, I currently have almost 5 years of teaching French Horn in the secondary level. I have worked with students auditioning for UIL solos and marching solos as well.
General Music

General Music

I have been teaching music since 2018, and in a variety of positions. I focus on rhythmic and melodic understanding with my students. Using a variety of musical games and exercises, I teach my students how to become comfortable navigating the musical staff, and the rhythms and melodies present upon it.
Music Theory

Music Theory

I have a Music Education degree from McMurry University, along with experience teaching pre-k through 12th grade. In addition, I have experience tutoring music theory.
Sight Singing

Sight Singing

I have experience in sight singing from both my time in choir during high school and in college. During my Level I Kodaly studies, I trained rigorously using Rhythm Bible, 333 Reading Exercises, and 185 Unison Pentatonic Exercises. As an elementary music teacher, I also have experience teaching a variety of solfege patterns and exercises depending on grade level.
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Superb

Michaela is a great teacher. She is patient, friendly, and highly knowledgeable, among others. My daughter loved her. Highly recommended.

Jae-Hwan, 3 lessons with Michaela

Patient Tutor

We have been working with her for almost a year now and she has done wonders for my daughter. Ally started in band her eight grade year. And She helped her get to where she needed to be to keep with everyone else .

Latisha, 14 lessons with Michaela

Patient Tutor

Works very well with my daughter . My daughter had a lot of anxiety about playing and Michaela has been helping her learn her notes and be more confident in playing . We will continue to work with her she is great!

Latisha, 14 lessons with Michaela

Knowledgeable, helpful, and accommodating

Michaela has really helped improve our son's French Horn skills. She's very patient and was understanding when our Internet went out for a few minutes. Highly recommend!

P., 13 lessons with Michaela

Amazing tutor

Michaela is the best of the best! She is patient, professional and full of energy. We went through a lesson plan I have to prepare for my school, and she was very very supportive. I highly recommend her as a tutor! Sincerely, Alessia

Alessia Calvaruso, 41 lessons with Michaela

Amazing tutor

Michaela is the best of the best! She is patient, professional and full of energy. We went through a lesson plan I have to prepare for my school, and she was very very supportive. I highly recommend her as a tutor! Sincerely, Alessia

Alessia Calvaruso, 41 lessons with Michaela

Great feedback

Great feedback! My daughter is able to use the information provided in the lesson, along with the feedback, to help her learn a new instrument.

Erin, 24 lessons with Michaela

horn lesson

As always, excellent instruction and guidance. My daughter always looks forward to her lessons and feels she is really learning a lot.

Erin, 24 lessons with Michaela

knowledgeable and patient tutor

The tutor started to ask for my son’s goal and the areas that he needs help on even before the first session. After the first session my son felt he learned a lot from the tutor and was very happy with her teaching style and patience.

Aaron, 5 lessons with Michaela
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