Carolyn Hawks

I am the owner of Hawks' Music Studios located in Anadarko and Chickasha, Oklahoma. I've been teaching private music lessons (Drums/Percussion, Piano/Electronic Keyboard, Voice, Guitar, Bass) for over 50yrs. I have a Bachelor of Music in Performance - Percussion/Drums which allowed me to learn about ALL the instruments and then I studied Voice and Piano with a private teacher AFTER I graduated from San Diego State University.

My students ALL learn to read music, not to just mimic ME. My job is to see to it that, eventually, they no longer need me (unless they wish to return from time to time for some specific coaching). Usually, if they lean that way, they end up running their own bands simply because they are the only ones who CAN read music and who understand how it is put together.

I also insist that they work on learning to play by ear as well and to truly LISTEN to what is being played - take it apart and isolate the different parts with their ears - so that they know where they belong IN the music.

I make no guarantees about "stardom" nor do I simply teach a few "licks" so that you can impress your friends. I will lay down a solid foundation for you to build on so that you can do whatever you wish to do with your music: perform, compose, teach, research, or go on to computer-oriented composition.

I also teach needlework of different types, mostly crochet and knitting. Class schedules are available for each studio location.

If you, or a family or friend are interested in studying in my studios, send me an email at: [email protected]