I want my students to come to their lessons not only with a sense of purpose, but also a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction that they are progressing. Feeling accomplishment in small bites helps propel them toward a larger goal by the end of each semester. Playing piano is not just endless technical exercises but an extension of personal expression that I want to impart to my students. Keeping a happy student and family helps them embrace the experience of learning.
MR. GEORGE'S TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
EDUCATION & TRAINING
A Lifetime at the Piano
Bachelor of Music in Music Marketing, Principal Instrument Piano
University of Texas at San Antonio
2010
Associate Degree in Nursing, Registered Nurse
Rio Grande Valley College
2020
ABOUT
Mr. George
George Rama is a longtime pianist who began his journey at the age of five. As a K–12 student he was active across the Valley's music scene, performing with the Valley Youth Symphony, making a guest appearance with the Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas in Corpus Christi, and placing in statewide competitions. Before college, he performed alongside renowned instructor and Rio Grande Valley pianist Francisco Rocafuerte.
Mr. George graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Music, with piano as his principal instrument, and continues to perform today. In his lessons, he focuses on helping every student feel their own progress, one small accomplishment at a time.
HIGHLIGHTS
Third Place, Baylor/Waco Piano Solo Competition
Fourth Place, Dallas State Competition
Guest performer, Fryderyk Chopin Society of Texas (Corpus Christi)
Valley Youth Symphony (2000–2001)
International Member, National Guild of Piano Teachers