ABOUT
Kate Autry is a piano teacher and accomplished accompanist who works with people of all ages to help them discover the joy and mystery of music. She enjoys supporting musicians of all levels by offering her
expertise and encouragement to help them be successful.
Having started her own musical journey at the age of 5, Kate understands the benefits of learning and playing an instrument at any stage of life. Being the mother of four, with one on the autism spectrum, she welcomes and nurtures students of all abilities and personalities, creating an atmosphere of trust and fun.
She is also co-director of music at Church of the Holy Cross, a progressive Episcopal congregation
located in Novi, Michigan.
Ms. Autry holds a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Music Therapy from Ohio University.
SERVICES PROVIDED
LESSONS
{ weekly, 30 - minutes }
Whether for your child or yourself, learning to play the piano is a worthwhile investment that yields tremendous benefits. I focus on providing an individualized approach, customizing curriculum and materials to meet each student's needs. I care about my students beyond what they learn while sitting at the piano and strive to maintain an environment in which they can challenge themselves and feel free to make mistakes along the way. Lessons are implemented at developmentally appropriate levels, taking into account the innate skills each person brings to the piano.
ACCOMPANIMENT
Accompaniment services are currently offered to middle and high school students in the Walled Lake Consolidated School District and surrounding communities for solo and ensemble competitions, recitals, auditions, and other performances.
MUSIC THEORY TUTORING
{ sessions scheduled as needed - group or individual }
Discover the magic behind the music! Music theory offers something for everyone. Musicians add depth and ease to their playing as they learn the "rules" and tricks hidden in plain sight in every piece they play. Listeners will further their appreciation for the various composers and styles they love. Anyone can get their brain thinking in a new way as they begin to write their own melodies and harmonies. Consider adding music theory to your studies or simply as something new to learn. You'll have fun and expand your brain while doing so.
Reduced rates are available for all services offered. Music, like all beautiful things in life, should be accessible to all.
{ please also visit my photography site for a variety of prints and gifts available for purchase }
Ms. Autry is an amazing accompanist. She gives wonderful feedback and is great to work with. She is an amazing pianist and is always working to get better at playing and teaching. She is an amazing person to be around and is very encouraging.
- London H., trombone player, age 16
Ms. Kate is a really good piano teacher. She helps through songs and helps you review your songs to know them better. She is also super funny and makes sure that you are at your level and if you have a song you want to learn how to play she can help you find a version at your level and work on it until you have the song mastered.
- Alex S., piano student, age 10
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"This will be our reply to violence: to make music more intensely, more beautifully, more devotedly than ever before."
- Leonard Bernstein
let's talk music!
or call 248-802-4162
the fine print:
I do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, or sexual orientation.
Current criminal background checks are on file with Holy Cross Episcopal Church and Walled Lake Consolidated School District.
