Photo of Helena Pacholuk, piano instructor in Pacifica, CA

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. 

 

About the Instructor - Helena Pacholuk

 

 

Education

 

  • B.M. Piano Performance, B.A. Liberal Studies (SFSU, 1991)

       Studied piano with renowned professor, concert artist, and author William Corbett-Jones

 

  • CA Teaching Credential, Music Teaching Authorization (SFSU, 1999)

      

Experience

 

  • Over 20 years of experience teaching:

 

        - private lessons 

        - semiprivate lessons

        - small and large group classes

 

  • Good Shepherd Church pianist  

 

  • Former piano instructor at an arts school (9 years)

 

  • Former classroom teacher in local school districts (7 years)