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About
I am a composer and artist who performs and teaches piano and acoustic guitar. I have a great understanding and love of music and patience with students of all ages and abilities. I teach music theory and composition, as well. My youngest student was 3, my oldest, 91! I excel teaching adults, getting quick results. I specialize in teaching children on the spectrum and learning to play "off the page," but I am also classically trained. I feel the process needs to be fun, for both me AND my clients in order to create lifetime players, and that's my goal.
I live 3 miles north of the 215 off of Jones. (Centennial Hills?) I cannot teach weekends, but can be flexible with your schedule through the week, but not after 6pm. I offer 30 minutes, $25. 45 minutes, $37.50, and 1 hour lessons, $50.
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Elaine
Overview
Hired 33 times
Serves Las Vegas, NV
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1 employee
31 years in business
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2017
2016
Services offered
Interested musical styles
Guitar type
Acoustic
Work location
My customers travel to me
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Chris A.
Jul 13, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Firstly, I chose Mrs. Mills initially just based on how warm and personable she was when we first communicated via telephone. She didn't pressure me in any way and wasn't in a rush to get me off the phone. I could tell she wasn't just in it for the money, as she recommended a 30 minute session versus a 60 minute session due to the initial pain that beginner guitar student would experience depressing the strings against the fret.
Many people believe you can teach yourself, which I believe to a point. However, I realized by working with her that you could easily pick up or learn bad habits which may be difficult to correct.
One of her key points to learning the guitar effectively was to be sure to have good posture. To really excel, it's a good idea to practice in between sessions.
Mrs. Mills also seemed to build her curriculum based on my needs. It was hard for me to get motivated practicing chords and scales on my own, so she introduced me to a beginner song and started teaching me how to play the melody. I cannot get enough of practicing. I am very excited to begin working on the chords again for the song.
I am very happy with Mrs. Mills' instruction and will continue to be her understudy.
Guitar Lessons (for adults)
Olivia T.
Sep 25, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Working with Elaine for the past month has been awesome. She really customized the lesson for the child’s current state and advancement. My son loves going to her and she always gets him to break a smile even when he’s a little sleepy from school. Seeing him read music and begin to play with both hands has me in awe. You can see she believes in her students and really has a passion for teaching. Can’t wait to see where we are in the couple months.
Details: Younger than 6 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Piano Lessons
Irhanda G.
Mar 6, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Elaine is so personable. I connected with her instantly. I like her teaching style and would recommend her to anyone interested in taking piano and/or guitarlessons.
Piano Lessons (for adults)
Amy N.
May 11, 2018
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I wasn’t sure if my 4-year old would be able to stay focused and actually benefit from piano lessons, but Elaine is making it seem easy! She’s only had three 30 minute lessons and she has already taught my daughter to read notes! I’m impressed.
Details: Younger than 6 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a piano • 30 minutes • Willing to work around teacher's schedule • The piano teacher travels to me
Piano Lessons
Cara M.
Feb 23, 2016
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I was looking for something very specific in a piano teacher, and Elaine fits the bill PERFECTLY! I'm learning chord structures, inversions, patterns...you name it. We've just barely started working together and I can already see how this is all going to help me become a stronger pianist and composer going forward. Exciting stuff! I highly recommend her!
Elaine Mills - Music Maker Studio's reply
The coolest thing for me, Cara, is getting excited about what we are going to learn next! You are a really fun student! Thank you for your rating...
Piano Lessons (for adults)
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Elaine Mills
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
As of 2016, my rates for instruction are $25 per half hour, $37.50 for 45 minutes and $50 for an hour.
My performance rates are priced based on time and travel requirements, as well as the requested configuration of instrumentation.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
It is important to evaluate each student and develop a lesson plan that suits their individual need.
For performing, I identify as much information as I can about the demographics of the intended audience and build a set list accordingly.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have taught piano and guitar since 1995. I have experience in private and group lessons. I studied music from the time I was 3 years old and play multiple instruments.
I have performed with orchestras, classic rock, jazz, country, disco and contemporary bands for decades, as well as a duo with a guitarist and as a solo act on keys and acoustic guitar.
