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Charles C.

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Teaches all skill levels

Age: 5+

Speaks English

Teaching since 1993

Learn piano from a lifelong pianist with versatile expertise in music theory, composition, and jazz studies

I work with various different piano and vocal study programs for the perfect fit with each of my students depending upon their level of proficiency, learning goals and how they are able to learn and comprehend the various musical and technical concepts. We learn something new each week and I adapt the music to the student's interest. Specialize in Jazz and Classical

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Teaching Hours

Tuesday

3 PM-4 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$50

45 minutes

$55

60 minutes

$70

90 minutes

$90

120 minutes

$115

About Charles C.

4.9

(11)

BA Music Theory and Composition from Rutgers College. MS from Montclair in Music Composition, Jazz Studies with Kenny Baron. Composition Studies with Nicholas Rousakis, Frank Foster, Noel DaCosta. Member Music Educators National Association. Member Jersey Shore Music Educators Association Member BMI I am an experienced lifelong pianist. I work professionally as a solo pianist, church organist, choir director, piano teacher, composer and arranger. I am experienced in most styles of music including, classical, jazz, pop, gospel, Broadway and rock. I develop an individual learning path for each of my students so they can achieve their musical goals. I use a variety of piano teaching methods and am not bound by any particular one. Depending upon my students level and goals I will supplement the methods books with pieces that interest the student. *** Lesson Details *** Depending upon the student lessons we will work on several areas designed to improve the students understanding of music and playing the piano. 1. How to practice efficiently, 2. Improving technique. 3. Weekly songs and pieces to learn. 4. Long range major works which will take several months to master 5. Sight reading 7. Music theory, harmony, rhythm and melody, which can be applied to all styles of music, popular song, classical, jazz, etc. 8. Understanding of music styles and composers How much time we spend in each area will be determined by the students level and goals. *** Studio Equipment *** Kawai Grand 6' at Studio Yamaha Digital Practice Piano Yamaha PS-1500 Arranger Keyboard Logic Pro 9 Recording Software JV-1010 Synth Module Roland VK-8M Organ Module E-MU Hamond B3 Module Focusrite 6i6 Audio Interface JBL Studio Monitors Macbook Pro *** Travel Equipment *** Each student must have a suitable weighted keyboard or piano at home for practice. *** Specialties *** Specialties Include: Classical and Jazz Jazz, Pop, Broadway and other Popular Forms Songwriting and Arranging Piano accompaniment Developing a performance repertoire Technique Development

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11 Reviews

Michelle

Teacher's studio

My daughter Nicole has been with Charles for months now. He teaches a great jazz lesson with his long years of jazz band practice and deep theory. He maintains greater interactions with Nicole. Nicole learns a lot and grows from knowing nothing in jazz/pop to her current skills. We highly recommend Charels!

Posted Nov 20, 2022

Hayden Alintoff

Teacher's studio

The first piano lesson was truly great! I am glad we found Charles.

Posted Jun 20, 2018

Michael

Student's home

Awesome - motivates my son, makes it fun. Knows how far to push him, keeps material current and enjoyable to pay.

Posted Apr 13, 2018

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Experience

Band Leader

Dec, 2017 - Present

The Big Dance Machine

Band Leader of eight piece Big dance Band playing regularly on the Jersey shore

Music Director

Apr, 2008 - Present

Private Church

Directed Choir and performed weekly church services on piano and organ.

House Pianist

Oct, 2001 - Present

Raven and the Peach Restaurant

Perform Jazz and Broadway Standards every Friday and Saturday

Music Director

Jan, 2000 - Apr, 2004

First Presbyterian Church

Directed Choir and performed weekly church services on piano and organ.

Church Organist

Sep, 1986 - Jan, 1997

St Dorothea's Parish

Played weekly mass services and worked and played for all youth activities and services

Director Of Retail Music Sales

Oct, 1980 - Jul, 1983

European American Music

Education

BA Music

Sep, 1975 - May, 1980

Rutgers College

MS

Sep, 1982 - Jun, 1984

Montclair State University

Piano Performance-Music Composition

Sep, 1978 - May, 1979

Berklee College Of Music

Certifications

Music Director

Apr, 2009

Old First United Methodist Church

I am a music instructor and choir director at the oldest Methodist Church in NJ.

Awards

Garden State Music Performance

Apr, 1975

PNC Arts Center

Affiliations

Broadcast Music Inc.

Jan, 2012

One of three United States performing rights organizations, along with ASCAP and SESAC. It collects license fees on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers and distributes them as royalties to those members whose works have been performed. In FY 2013, BMI collected more than $944 million in licensing fees and distributed $814 million in royalties.

Music Teachers National Association

Jan, 2013

The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.