Jonesboro, GA Piano Lessons

I teach anything from learning how to read music to lead sheets etc.

In Piano, we focus on you learning the instrument and how to play it.

Basic reading is important so we do learn to read, and practice reading. (For example we go up to Alfred's Piano Book II; then switch focus)
We also focus on:
Chords
Improvisation
& Playing what you hear/ playing by ear

Actual materials and books I use:

Alfred d'Auberge Book One
Alfred's Basic Piano Library Book Level 2
The Secrets to Playing Piano by Ear, by Jermaine Griggs
+ other hand out materials

*Note: Students are not required to purchase any materials.

Any capable young child who can read, or adult can pick up these materials and learn on their own, but there are great advantages of having a teacher. Such as; bypassing unnecessary information, multi-dementional learning ( hands on, audio, visual), not to mention strategic planning by someone who understands your goals and cares about your progress.

I feel when my students win, I win. And I take personal joy and responsibility ...

I play piano and electronic keyboard. My musical background is in jazz, pop, rock, blues, and folk music. I am not a classical pianist.
When teaching piano/keyboard, I teach primarily playing by ear, and chord theory, although I do also teach the fundamentals of reading notes.
With electronic keyboards, I teach students to become familiar with and utilize the features of their keyboard; I also teach improvisation.
As with guitar, I adapt my lessons to meet the interests, attention span, and learning styles of my students.
Students tend to enjoy taking lessons with me, because I make lessons, and music, personal and enjoyable!

Custom tailored lessons just for you. Designed
to teach students how to play the piano, read and understand music notations and music theory, and express themselves musically using music they like

Piano lessons consist of three parts: theory, technique and song repertoire. I help my students make the connection between what they can already hear, and what that looks like on the page.

International performer from small venues to large festivals. Whether you are looking to play for fun or looking to enhance your live performances as a seasoned musician, I can help you! I can teach beginners music theory and how to site read and learn the basics of piano

I have developed a unique piano program. I believe the key to keeping students of all ages interested in farther musical growth is to let them have a say when it comes to picking music. I do expect my students to learn classical pieces because the foundation of classical music is truly important, but I want them to come to their lessons with sheet music or tell me what they want to learn next. Music is suppose to be fun and I want my students to thrive on the genre/s they love most.

With being a member of various performance ensembles throughout the southeast, my leadership roles have molded my mindset of advisement with instruction and performance. I have the competitive edge of diversity, eagerness, and determination to fulfill the needs of any company or artist seeking guidance in developing their creativity.

With over 10 years of experience teaching music privately as well as in a classroom environment, Joseph is skilled at facilitating students with various learning styles and abilities. He is trained in classical piano and has achieved an ATCL degree in Piano from Trinity College, London.

I fell in love with Piano when I started learning Music Production/Technology and Theory and seeing how every facet of music can be related or learned through piano. I thought, "Wow! I can actually start writing and recording my own songs and make whatever sounds I like!" So, I became a music producer working with East Coast Records/Wondaland Records and my own personal records. I don't have a fancy college degree, but I am an actual professional musician where I currently perform as a House Musician at Gallery 992 on Sundays. I teach at an understandable/human to human level. I don't create unrealistic expectations and I am always learning new teaching techniques as well as playing techniques and music period. The philosophy is that I teach you because I can learn from you. I am an open mind with no egos attached. I will show you that with patience and self-care, music can be easy to learn and very rewarding for those who are artists or just want to learn piano to relieve stress or ...