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Piano with Carl W.

Fort Worth, Texas

4.9
(71)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 1995
Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies

    Learn how to play your favorite songs and any style on piano!

    I have over 25 years of experience playing as a professional musician. I teach students piano performance techniques for classical and jazz. Students are taught how to read music, chord and scale theory, improvisation, and how to play by ear.

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    Hedgewood Ct
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    Teaching Hours

    Saturday
    10 AM-11 AM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $35
    45 minutes
    $50
    60 minutes
    $65

    About Carl W.

    4.9
    (71)
    As far back as I can remember I have always enjoyed performing music. I can remember during my elementary school years how I would play drums during church service. Some days I would sneak in my dad's closet to play his saxophone. In middle school I joined th band played saxophon and by the time I was in high school I was learning piano, performing jazz, and composing music. I went on to get a Bachelor of Music at the University of North Texas. I have been performing professionally for over 25 years. I also have taught band for 11 years in Dallas ISD. I enjoy teaching and mentoring other up and coming musicians. It's a joy to see another world open up to them through music. Through my warm and positive personality and experience as a certified music teacher and music performer, I understand how to meet the social and educational needs of each music student. I am well versed at solving problems and helping students thrive and reach their full potential. I think that I do this best by personalizing the instruction experience for each unique situation. I love to encourage students and help them discover the music in them. *** Lesson Details *** Like me, students can expect to enjoy the process. Students will discover that I am very encouraging during lessons. I keep everything upbeat and positive. I will help you come up with goals musically. I am very patient, all while coaching you so that you get positive results. *** Studio Equipment *** Upright Baldwin piano, electronic keyboard 88 keys, music stands, sitting area for parent, CD/iPod stereo. *** Specialties *** Jazz, Gospel, Pop, Classical, Various styles
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    4.9
    71 Reviews
    Sherri
    Teacher's studio
    Great teacher
    Posted Mar 8, 2023
    Paul
    Teacher's studio
    Carl is an amazing instructor!
    Posted Oct 26, 2022
    Angela Lee
    Teacher's studio
    Carl is an awesome piano teacher. He is patient and has a great personality. I’m impressed with what I’ve learned under his teaching thus far. He is highly recommended to anyone that’s looking to learn how to play the piano.
    Posted Feb 11, 2022
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    Experience

    Professional Musician

    Jan, 1995 - Present

    self employed

    Perform, record, and teach piano, saxophone, clarinet, and flute. I am also a songwriter and producer.

    school teacher/band director

    Aug, 2002 - Jun, 2013

    Dallas ISD

    Education

    Bachelor of Music

    Aug, 1996 - Jun, 1998

    Southwest Texas State University

    Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies

    Jun, 1998 - May, 2001

    University of North Texas

    Certifications

    All Level Music Teaching Certification

    Jun, 2003

    State Board of Certification

    Teaching music for and grades and levels

    Affiliations

    American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers

    Jan, 2002

    A.S.M.A.C. is an organization whose mission is to promote the arts of Music Arranging, Composition, and Orchestration within the entertainment industry community and the general public. A.S.M.A.C.’s purpose is to provide its membership a place to make contact with each other to exchange ideas and information about the art of music and the music industry. A.S.M.A.C. seeks to educate and inform both the general public and the commercial arts community about the roles its members play in the creation of music past and present. A.S.M.A.C. also encourages emerging arrangers and composers in their development.

    American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

    Jan, 2006

    The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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