Linda's Music Lessons

Linda's Music Lessons, located at 7116 Stinson Avenue in Gig Harbor, Washington, provides music instruction for students from Pierce and Kitsap counties. Linda Long has over 20 years of experience teaching both children and adults. She primarily teaches piano and guitar (acoustic and electric), but also offers lessons for various other instruments upon request.

The teaching approach at Linda's Music Lessons aims to give each student the chance to learn and experience the enjoyment of music. While technical excellence is a goal, lessons are delivered with consideration for each individual's emotional and intellectual needs. Linda motivates students, guiding them to increased playing skill and opportunities to share their music.

The curriculum is tailored to student needs and desires, drawing from various resources and Linda's extensive performing and educational background. Piano instruction can include standard teaching methods, supplemented with Linda's own exercises and theory charts. Styles taught include Classical, contemporary worship, popular music, movie themes, rock, blues, jazz, ragtime, and improvisation. Linda also teaches ear training, chord theory, and improvisation. She has also assisted singers with choral parts or music for theatre.

Linda Long is a full-time private lesson teacher in the Gig Harbor area, having started part-time in 1977 and full-time in 1990. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education from Central Washington State College.