Piano Teachers
Dimitra Kitsou – Piano
Dimitra is a passionate music educator from Greece with a background in piano, guitar, and ukulele. Trained in the Orff Approach, she specializes in creative, child-centered lessons that inspire a lifelong love of music. She holds degrees in music from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Dimitra teaches in English and Greek.
Jeremy Weaver – Piano
Jeremy has taught piano since 2017 and holds degrees in Piano Performance and Music Education. With experience in musical theater, church music, and 20th-century art song, he offers inclusive, personalized lessons for all ages. His warm, student-centered approach helps each learner grow in skill, confidence, and musical joy.
Gideon Scheeler – Piano
Gideon is an award-winning pianist and competition winner who has performed at Carnegie Hall and with orchestras across the region. A Piano Performance major at the University of Minnesota, he brings passion and experience to his teaching and is excited to inspire the next generation of musicians.
Brett Tennyson – Piano, Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele
Brett is a skilled multi-instrumentalist and dedicated teacher specializing in guitar, bass, and piano. With a background in performance and education, he brings real-world experience and a personalized approach to every lesson. Brett makes music approachable, helping students of all ages grow in skill, confidence, and creativity.
Parker Dietz – Guitar, Bass, Ukulele, Beginning Piano
Parker Dietz is a versatile guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who blends deep musical history with strong improvisation skills. A Normandale AFA graduate and jazz scholarship recipient, he performs widely across the Twin Cities and teaches through an aural, ear-focused approach that helps students develop their own musical voice.
Lily Alter – Voice & Piano
Lily is an award-winning vocalist, pianist, and educator with degrees in Jazz Studies and Music from Western Michigan University and the University of North Texas. She teaches voice, piano, and early childhood music, offering fun, personalized lessons rooted in jazz, pop, and musical theater.
Lizzy Schroeder – Voice & Piano
Lizzy Schroeder is a soprano, performer, and dedicated voice teacher with experience in classical, musical theatre, and contemporary styles. She combines professional stage experience with supportive instruction, focusing on healthy technique and artistry. Holding advanced degrees in vocal performance, Lizzy helps students build confidence, prepare for auditions, and grow musically.