Classical Piano Lessons in Chestnut Hill. Amazing Teachers.

I am a classically trained pianist with four completed degrees in Piano Performance from Ukraine and the US

I am a classically trained pianist with five completed degrees in Piano Performance from Germany and the US.

I am passionate about teaching piano and experienced working with students of all ages and levels. Holds a doctoral degree in Piano Performance and a master's degree in Piano Pedagogy. I am very flexible and patient depending on each student’s level and learning speed, yet I make sure to teach important techniques and musicianship that are crucial when learning music. My hope for students is to enjoy music making!

A teacher of mine once said if you aim for perfection, you get to be pretty darn good. I like to start with a small amount of material that the student can play very well, and use that to refine the basics. By taking a thorough approach (and playing beautiful music), the entire world of piano and music will slowly and surely open up to the pupil.

In my opinion, tone production and rhythm are the major factors that distinguish a great pianist (and make playing the most satisfying), so this is the major focus of our work. I have a very thorough understanding of proper technique and can prescribe exercises that will strengthen one's weaknesses.

I also have a unique background in that I studied jazz improvisation and classical composition, so I understand the inner workings of the music and can improvise in the styles (jazz, classical, baroque, romantic).

This subject is for intermediate to advanced students who have already completed two or more years of piano instruction. Special attention will be focused on scales, arpeggios, and other technique builders. Students will be able to perform works by the great masters of piano and keyboard literature appropriate to their level.

Hello! My name is Alan, I'm a pianist and composer based out of Marco Island, FL with an emphasis in the Jazz idiom. Piano lessons with me are unique in the fact that I integrate into my classes a diverse skill set needed to become not just a great pianist, but also a well rounded musician. My music education (classical theory and performance), as well as 3 years experience working as a jazz pianist, have given me the knowledge and understanding of music necessary to help you achieve your musical ambitions.

In my classes you will learn about harmony (chord structures, tonality), work on technical exercises that develop coordination and dexterity on the piano, learn to read and notate music and study repertoire. I am confident that I can help you progress in your own personal musical journey, whether you are just beginning to play or already have a strong foundation in the fundamentals of music.