About the Instructor-Helena Pacholuk

Education

B.M. Piano Performance, B.A. Liberal Studies

CA Teaching Credential, Music Teaching Authorization

 

Experience

Over 20 years of experience teaching 

• private lessons
• semiprivate lessons
• small and large group classes

Offered classes through Pacifica Rec Dept.

Former piano instructor at an arts school (9 years)

Church singer and pianist

 

 

My Teaching Philosophy

        My goal in teaching is to develop in each of my students a comprehensive understanding of music that includes sightreading skills, rhythmic awareness, technique, theory, expressive playing, and practice skills. 

        I believe in a student–centered approach to curriculum, and draw from a wide range of instructional materials and approaches. Students learn practice strategies that are based on their level of instruction and the goals we are working on at that level. I am dedicated to finding the best course of study for each student, guiding each to build secure skills and to play music they enjoy.