Cumberland Center, ME Piano Lessons

Learn theory, chord changes, reading music, and playing you want to play because you learn the system.

I've been teaching piano now for 15 years. My goal is for the student to learn to play by feel in addition to reading music. A standard lesson would consist of some playing in books and going over some music theory followed by playing by feel. This would include blues,jazz, and rock grooves. My approach is creative and customized to the prospective student. The student needs to enjoy learning the piano. A happy student is a successful one.

I've been playing piano for more than a decade, and to me, it is nothing like sitting at a piano bench and hit some notes. Piano asserts its prominent role in the music industry since the start of the Baroque Era in Europe. This important instrument is like the Ballet of dancing, it is essential! With my piano lesson, students will have an opportunity to gain musicianship as a pianist. I will make sure that students are in touch with the basic of piano. Students will find the proper technique to excel at performing the instrument.

Materials needed: an 88-keys keyboard or a piano. Students will need a music sheet notebook. Make sure your piano is in tune!

I will teach you proper and comfortable techniques to play the piano. You will learn to play in all major keys and with different rhythmic styles so you can play songs you like. I include learning to play piano using both hands so that you can play melody and harmony simultaneously. I will also teach you how to read music for your instrument. My lessons are adjusted to the specific student's pace and their learning style. Piano is a great starting instrument for all ages because anything you learn on piano you can apply to most other instruments.

Begginer Piano lessons are about scales, technique, chords, and song form.

I am very versatile in my lessons and tailor material to students' needs and preferences. Whether we are reading a classical piece, learning a pop song by ear, or improvising, I encourage you to use your ears to develop your own style.
I use composition as a tool for student growth. I compose exercises and pieces for my students to target areas of improvement, and also encourage students to compose themselves. I have seven years of performing and teaching experience and hold a B.M. from Berklee College of Music and an M.M. from Manhattan School of Music.
Whether you are playing the piano for the first time or have played for several years, my lessons yield noticeable results.

I have played piano since I was five-years-old. I had an amazing teacher who was always engaging and fun -- I strive to be like her with my students. I generally use Alfred or Bastian Methods to start out and then adjust according to my students' needs. I encourage daily practice and always am willing to consult with parents of younger students on how to implement this. I also love to encourage my students to chose music they'd like to learn!

Students can expect to learn how to play their favorite songs, as well as scales and basic theory of the piano.

With over 15 years of teaching experience with amateurs, music students and professionals of all ages, levels and instruments; I aim to combine my creative career of performing, composing and recording to guide you in your unique gifts and goals.

I’d love to work with you to help you become the best musician you can be in terms of depth, creativity and originality by gaining both technique and a strong sense of harmony, melody and rhythm.

I'm trying to provide a highly interactive approach considering the student's needs and goals instead of a rigid methodical practice. Although my expertise is Jazz piano/Theory/Composition, I try to cover almost every genre as much as possible from Classical to Pop and other contemporary styles to expand your aural awareness.

Hi there! My name is Joseph. I am a lifelong learner and have been a teacher for most of my life, too! I have been teaching piano lessons since I was a teenager, and for several years I also taught high school and middle school music in the classroom. I am classically trained but I play jazz, and rock, and I make my own music as well. My favorite part of teaching is discovering how each new student brings an entirely different set of skills, motivations and personality to the table, and figuring out how to best help you meet your goals.