Katie Yarbrough

Katie Yarbrough owns and operates the Yarbrough Piano Studio in her hometown of Houston. Formerly the proprieter of the Thompson Piano Studio in Waco, Texas she holds bachelor's and master's degrees in piano from Baylor University. Her private piano studio in Waco is in the process of relocating. The "References" tab offers some of her current students' feedback about her teaching style. Just ask for contact information and any of these references would love to talk with you about Katie's teaching.

Katie enjoys playing piano for church, playing duets with her husband Jamie and any pianist friend around, and has great passion for teaching piano to children and adults alike. Her mission is to help students achieve their full potential and learn to appreciate the beauty in themselves and in the world around them through reading, practicing, and performing music.

Education

Bachelor of Music in piano performance, magna cum laude, Baylor University 2008

Master of Music in piano pedagogy and performance, with distinction, Baylor University 2010

Winner of the MTNA Student Achievement Recognition Award, Baylor University 2008, 2010

Experience

Katie's students frequently participate in festivals and contests, earning trophies, superior ratings, and honorable mentions.  Most students also participate in the Texas Music Teacher's Association state wide theory test and regularly earn medals for their outstanding performance on these exams .

Katie has managed her private piano studio since 2007.  She has taught youngsters from 4 years of age all the way up to adults in their 70s. She values the opportunity to teach students of all levels and abilities, expecting each student to do their best and achieve their aspirations.

Contact

katie@yarbroughpiano.com

(832) 372-9492