One of my primary goals is to help facilitate learning by providing a safe environment where everyone can feel comfortable and where optimal learning can take place. As Seymour Bernstein said, I would like to “influence qualities of humanity” in my students through the development of musical skills. Following Leon Fleisher’s statement that his ultimate goal is to put himself out of a job with each student, I strive to prepare students to be self-sufficient and able to make wise musical decisions on their own after teaching them correct principles.