Rachael Jenkins
Music Lessons: Theory, Composition, Production, & Performance at Ohio Christian University
Private lessons - Rachael Jenkins
Bachelors degree
$36
$34
/ hour
About your music teacher
With over a decade of experience in music education, I'm Rachael Jenkins, holding a Bachelor's degree in Arts of Music. Specializing in a wide array of music genres like Baroque, Jazz, and Pop, my passion lies in nurturing aspiring musicians across all levels. From teaching music theory to perfecting live performances, I create engaging lessons tailored to individual learning styles. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced musician, my virtual or in-person classes cater to all ages, making learning fun and rewarding. Let's embark on a musical journey together and unlock your full potential through the power of music!
Rachael graduated from Ohio Christian University
Music lessons overview
As a Music Tutor with a focus on Music Production, Composition, and various other music genres, my teaching style is technique-focused, empathetic, and integrates theory with expressive musicality and sight-reading. I cater to a diverse audience of 100+ students, including kids, beginners, intermediates, advanced learners, and adults. I implement a blend of traditional teaching methods and innovative tech tools like Backing Track Libraries, Ear Training Software, and Vocal Technique Apps. My curriculum aligns with various educational standards such as A-Levels, AP Program, and IB, ensuring a well-rounded music education. My approach emphasizes personalized learning, practical applications, and interactive sessions to keep students engaged and motivated. By incorporating digital audio workstations, music mixing tools, and interactive music theory apps, I create a dynamic learning environment that caters to individual student needs and goals. Let's embark on a musical journey together and unlock your full potential in music production and composition!
Piano classes that feel motivating and fun
91% students stay engaged and excited about practicing
Consistent feedback from piano teacher
Parents receive regular updates on goals, strengths, and areas to improve
Step-by-step piano lessons structure
Lessons break down complex pieces into manageable parts
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Music concept taught by Rachael
Rachael and Ethan's online singing lesson involved selecting Justin Bieber's "Sorry" as the song to focus on, discussing lesson scheduling and a potential free lesson via review, and practicing vocal warm-ups like the "do-me-so-do" and "do-so-fa-re-do" exercises. The session also included a wide-ranging conversation about topics such as the frustrations of nursing, city development, and experiences during a recent heat wave.
Vocal Warm-up Techniques
Do-Re-Mi Scale
Breath Control
Choosing a Song
Gatlinburg
Tennessee
Rachael Jenkins tutored Helen Alonso in piano, focusing on music theory and practice from pages 85-91 of her book, with a goal of learning "The Entertainer." They discussed key changes, chord progressions, and musical terms. Rachael will send Helen a reference sheet of musical terms, and Helen will practice the piece hands separately before their next lesson.
Tonic
Subdominant
Dominant
Key Signatures Transition
Tempo Markings
Dynamics
Musical Terms
Rachael Jenkins provided Ethan Pech with a vocal lesson that included music theory, vocal warm-ups, and song practice. They covered intervals of thirds and fifths, breath control techniques, and discussed Ethan's nervousness with the selected song, "All of Me." Ethan was assigned homework to practice breath support using a water bottle and to record himself singing.
Critique vs. Judgement
Transitioning Vocal Instructors
Breath Support
Vocal Warm-ups - Intervals
Rachael is giving Layla a piano lesson, covering review of "Jazzy Joe," a simplified Beethoven piece, and introducing G major scales and chords. They then begin learning "Dinosaur Stomp," a jazzy piece in G position with a focus on left-hand melody, right-hand chords, fingering, and swing feel. They adjust the piece due to Layla's piano's limited range. The goal is to practice "Dinosaur Stomp" for the week.
Accent Marks
G Position
Retardando
Relative Major Key
Rachael and Helen had a piano lesson focusing on A minor and D minor scales and chords, modulation, and dynamics. Helen was assigned practice exercises from her book, including scales and chords in D minor, and was encouraged to work on "Scarborough Fair," paying attention to the dynamics and octave shifts. Helen will update Rachael on her work schedule next week.
D Minor Scale
Chord Construction
Key Signatures
Octavia (8VA)
Dynamic Markings
Modulation vs. Transposition
Rondos
Rachael Jenkins led Ethan through vocal exercises and worked on a song excerpt, focusing on breath control, vowel pronunciation, and maintaining pitch, particularly on the phrase "I'm out of my mind." Ethan was assigned to continue practicing the song, paying special attention to the problem phrase and breath marks. Ethan also mentioned he is waiting for the results of a drug test for a new job.
Word Shaping
Legato Transitions
Breathing Technique
Vocal Openness
Diphthong Pronunciation
Types of music lessons
Music Production
Music Composition
Sight-Reading
Digital Audio Workstation
Music Mixing
Mashups
Free lesson slots
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Student types for music lessons
Music for kids
Music for beginners
Music for intermediate
All Levels
Music for adults
Music for advanced
Interactive music lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Open Q&A
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