A professional educator with a Bachelor's in Music, specializing in piano performance, pedagogy, and classical foundations.
Ariel earned a Bachelor's of the Arts in Music from Rollins College in Winter Park, FL in 2009, with a focus on Music Performance and Pedagogy. Her lifelong musical journey began with private piano study and choral performance as a child, leading her to become a featured soloist during her senior year of college.
Splitting her time between Nashville, TN and Taos, NM, Ariel offers a hybrid learning experience that includes both in-person and online lessons. She is dedicated to tailoring her methodology to the specific needs of each student, ensuring a balanced focus on reading music, technical proficiency, and essential theory.
Teaching since 2012, Ariel is known for her easygoing and fun personality, making her an ideal instructor for students of all ages who want to master classical or contemporary styles while enjoying the process.
Ariel teaches from a dedicated home studio in North Nashville (near Briley Parkway and Knight Dr). She believes that a strong musical foundation is the key to creative freedom. Her lessons emphasize classical discipline alongside the flexibility needed for modern contemporary play.
Trust is essential when selecting a music instructor. That’s why every teacher at Melody Music Studios, including Ariel, undergoes a strict vetting process.