Music theory lessons are offered to students from ages 8 through adults, from beginners to advanced musicians. Private instruction is available at my Springfield, Illinois, and Jacksonville, Illinois, locations, and group classes are offered at the Springfield studio.
My music theory students include those who are studying a band or orchestral instrument who would like a fuller view of the workings of music, high school students preparing for college auditions and/or the AP exam in Music Theory, parents of young piano students who want to be able to assist their children in their practice at home, and college students needing extra help with theory, ear training, and musicianship coursework.
Topics focus on the student’s needs and interests, and can cover anything from basic note and rhythm reading to harmonic analysis, figured bass, voice leading, counterpoint, and melodic dictation.
Lessons are held weekly in my home studio in Jacksonville, Illinois, or in Springfield at The Music Factory. Check the schedule at The Music Factory’s website or email me to find out about group theory, composition, and musicianship classes.
“Hi Devon! I just wanted to send you a heartfelt thank you from Jon and I for your beautiful music at our wedding. You did an amazing job, and I can’t thank you enough for playing our song during the ceremony. It could not have been more perfect. We had many compliments on how amazing the music was, and how nice it was to sit outside and listen. It meant the world to us!”
“I wanted to say thank you so much for making our day extra special with your beautiful music. Everything was so beautiful and personal and the guests loved the ambiance that you helped create.”
“Thank you so so much for making our wedding day absolutely perfect. I am forever appreciative. It was the best day of our lives!! I’m obsessing over everything still and wishing I could start the day over!”
“I would recommend Devon to anyone looking for music for their event. She played at our wedding. She was responsive and worked with us to ensure our music was perfect. She was very kind and I even picked songs that were not part of her main list. She showed up ahead of time and I knew I could depend on her. Thank you so much for making our day so memorable!! Numerous of our guests also commented on how lovely of a touch the harpist was to our ceremony.”
“Thank you for coming to play for my granddaughter’s wedding. The music was absolutely beautiful.”
“I wanted to thank you again for playing for our first Brown Bag this Advent. I was the most peaceful concert I have attended. I loved your selections, you played some of my favorite carols. It was just a beautiful concert in a lovely venue. Thank you again.”