Teaching
Music gives soul to the universe,
wings to the mind,
flight to the imagination…
– Plato
Curriculum Overview
Ammon is a highly skilled and experienced music teacher who is dedicated to engaging and inspiring his students in every lesson. He has been recognized for his exceptional teaching abilities with the prestigious designation of Nationally Certified Teacher of Music by the Music National Association. His curriculum is designed to help students learn pieces, gain a strong technique, understand music theory, develop sight-reading proficiency, and achieve performance confidence. Additionally, he offers instruction in composing, arranging, improvising, accompanying, and ensemble work, with further training available for those interested in developing these skills.
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Ammon is dedicated to giving the students meaningful performing experiences. This includes: regular recitals and other performances, national and international performing experiences (advanced students are invited to attend yearly performing festivals in Europe), and working in ensembles with other musicians.
Teaching Tributes
"Ammon is the best piano teacher a parent and student could ask for. He is a talented musician with a love of music that pours out to his students. He has a great interest in his students and is an amazing mentor to them. He teaches his students how to feel the music rather than to just play the notes. Our girls loved Ammon and were happy to see their musical talent develop each week. He poured out positive remarks to them and they loved his enthusiasm. He successfully helped them love piano when several other teachers couldn't!"
– Tonya and Rob S.
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"As a lifelong student of music and piano, I have experienced the influence of many fellow teachers and instructors. From this perspective I can say that although he is a master pianist, Ammon is also a master teacher. He is very effective at helping others excel. Ammon is endlessly patient, kind, and positive with his students. He has a way of making each one feel capable and valuable. Ammon is a person of integrity and dependability as well as being musically gifted and accomplished. I recommend him with full confidence!"
– Judy G.
"Ammon has been a great teacher for our son. He has found a good balance between being patient and kind and pushing him to do more than he would on his own. Instead of just teaching the subject, he teaches the child. He adapts the activities and assignments to the individual. That has helped our son tremendously! His passion and love for music is inspiring. Additionally, Ammon is very proficient with technology which allows him to utilize many resources that appeal to the younger generation."
– Julie & Tyler T.
“My family has had the privilege of having Ammon as our children’s piano teacher for many years. Ammon truly is a gifted and hard-working piano teacher and performer. Not only can he perform exceptionally well, but he also is able to transfer his knowledge to his students. He is patient and motivates his students, and gives effective feedback so they can improve each week. My children enjoy music and seek to improve because of Ammon's pleasant demeanor and his encouraging teaching style. I highly recommend Ammon Perry Bratt as an exceptional piano educator.”
– Kayleen N.
"Ammon Perry Bratt enjoys a stellar reputation as a brilliant pianist of impeccable musicianship and remarkable sense of style as well as a highly skilled teacher within both the classroom and private studio. His professional standards of refined musicality and proficient keyboard facility coupled with his gift for communicating these abilities to others makes Ammon the ideal choice of teachers! Additionally, his keen pianistic knowledge and exceptional performance abilities are demonstrated effectively and consistently through his brilliant imagination and creativity as a teacher."
– Dr. David Glen Hatch
A Personal Note
Learning any art form, especially music, is among the most rewarding experiences available. Not only is one learning a fun skill, but is also opening a world of adventure, enlightenment, and never-ending innovation. As a professional in this field who has been blessed with a rich musical life, my goal is to help others experience how significant it is to have music part of their daily lives. As they become musicians themselves, they learn to speak without language…and without limitations. Their life’s fabric is more colorful as it is threaded into this art form that helps us all see what it means to be alive!
By receiving an in-depth training in piano, my students develop a talent that they will use for a lifetime. Whether for the uses of personal enjoyment or entering a career in music, they foster a gift that will never fail them as they age. In addition to being able to play music for the rest of their lives, the connections to living a meaningful life abound in this education. As they practice, they learn the results of a strong work ethic. As they perform, they learn the value of giving. And as they listen, they learn the importance of understanding.
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In essence, developing an education and love for music comes with profound gifts—more life, more joy, more meaning.
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Best wishes,
