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About Adam R.
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I am available to teach beginning piano students.
About Adam
Adam runs successful singing, piano & acting studios in New York City & Watchung, New Jersey with clients on Broadway, MTV, & in the film/TV industry. He has also appeared on TV as a singing/confidence coach on TLCâs Date Patrol. He has directed 50 of the over 75 productions he has produced Off Broadway and Off-Off Broadway. Adam's theatrical investment properties include the 2011 Olivier Award winning musical, Legally Blonde: The Musical (Broadway, West End), Godspell (Broadway), Ghost the Musical (Broadway), Blithe Spirit (West End), The Wedding Singer: The Musical (Broadway), Macbeth (Broadway) with Alan Cumming, How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical (Broadway), Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life (Broadway), NEWSICAL - The Musical (Off-Broadway & National Tour), and 27 Heaven (Off Broadway & National Tour).
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30 minute singing lessons - Typically do 10 to 12 minutes of warmup and the rest of the time is devoted to practical application of technique to your songs, as well as, performance aspects. I also offer hour lessons.
30 minute acting lessons - Typically work on monologues or scenes that I or they provide. We can also work on sides provides for auditions for TV, film, & stage.
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I use my Macbook Pro to record lessons and distribute them to students via a free Dropbox account.
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Types of Tecniques Offered
Mix/Blend
Belt (Hard Mix)
Legit (Classical)
Meisner
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Types of Style
Musical Theater
Classical
Pop
Rock
R&B
Jazz
Country
Heavy Metal
Film
TV
Stage/Theater
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Individual Private Study
Group Study
30 minute singing lessons - Typically do 10 to 12 minutes of warmup and the rest of the time is devoted to practical application of technique to your songs, as well as, performance aspects. I also offer hour lessons.
30 minute acting lessons - Typically work on monologues or scenes that I or they provide. We can also work on sides provides for auditions for TV, film, & stage.
*** Studio Equipment ***
I use my Macbook Pro to record lessons and distribute them to students via a free Dropbox account.
*** Specialties ***
Types of Tecniques Offered
Mix/Blend
Belt (Hard Mix)
Legit (Classical)
Meisner
Method
Types of Style
Musical Theater
Classical
Pop
Rock
R&B
Jazz
Country
Heavy Metal
Film
TV
Stage/Theater
Types of Instruction Available
Individual Private Study
Group Study
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· Singing · In studio
· Piano · In studio
· Speaking Voice · Online
He is the perfect teacher if you want to improve your stage voice and pitch. Adam is the man if you have fame on your mind. Julia
If you are a little slow on the uptake, (like I am when I don't know the subject matter) you need to be brave and follow his directions in practicing techniques. Adam personalizes his lessons, but they could be more planned. They feel a little too unprepared.
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Adam R.
New York, NY 10036
starting at
$35
/ 30-min
About Matthew O.
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About Matthew
Born and raised in New York City, Matthew "Matt" is an accomplished and respected musician. Matt has been playing guitar for over 30 years and piano for over 15 years and is currently involved in several projects including three bands which have performed in some of NYC's hottest venues including but not limited to CBGB"s, The Bitter End, Crash Mansion, and Kenny's Castaways. Currently Matt is a finalist for an international music competition for Indie acts where he showcases his guitar and vocal abilities.
Matt was formerly educated at Queensborough College. He is competent in multiple areas such as theory, technique, sight reading, ear training, and recording engineering. He has studied under noted instructors such as George Bien and Tom Cipriani. In addition to his education and training Matt has had the benefit of living and h
Matt was formerly educated at Queensborough College. He is competent in multiple areas such as theory, technique, sight reading, ear training, and recording engineering. He has studied under noted instructors such as George Bien and Tom Cipriani. In addition to his education and training Matt has had the benefit of living and h
aving been reared in one of the richest and most diverse musical scenes in the country, NYC. This enables Matt to teach and perform in a broad range from the traditional classical guitar/piano to experimental.
As an educator, Matt is different from other teachers in his ability to inspire and motivate. Learning to play and master an instrument is challenging and can be a very frustrating experience. Matthew has techniques proven student after student to be successful in overcoming learning obstacles so that the student is able to meet his/her individualized goals. Matthew also has experience teaching individuals with disabilities ranging from Autism to Cancer patients. This ability has helped Matthew become a teacher with over 15 years experience.
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Lessons are provided in a private studio in Astoria, NY or your home. Once, a location is established I work with each student to identify his or her goals and objectives both musically and personally. Students are assessed to determine where their individual ability is at the time of assessment. From there, I work in partnership with the student as we begin mastering the guitar or the piano in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you are interested in learning to play the blues, classical or jazz guitar or any other genre or just learning how to play songs on the piano, I can help. If you are a beginner, don't worry it won't all be scales. In fact I guarantee you will be playing a song within your first lesson. If you are an advanced or intermediate student, I can help you master your skills. We (you and I) will revisit proper right and left hand techniques; utilize exercises to improve your speed and accuracy. You will learn new methods to strengthen your improvisation abilities. In short, you and I will make sure to build on your strengths and undo any bad habits that are hindering your ability to grow as a guitarist or pianist.
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music, Guitar and Piano
I begin with meeting the student where they are in relation to their musical experience. After establishing trust, through encouragement I empower students to recognize their potential with out pre-determined expectations or limits. I am comfortable in various genres from classical to punk.
As an educator, Matt is different from other teachers in his ability to inspire and motivate. Learning to play and master an instrument is challenging and can be a very frustrating experience. Matthew has techniques proven student after student to be successful in overcoming learning obstacles so that the student is able to meet his/her individualized goals. Matthew also has experience teaching individuals with disabilities ranging from Autism to Cancer patients. This ability has helped Matthew become a teacher with over 15 years experience.
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Lessons are provided in a private studio in Astoria, NY or your home. Once, a location is established I work with each student to identify his or her goals and objectives both musically and personally. Students are assessed to determine where their individual ability is at the time of assessment. From there, I work in partnership with the student as we begin mastering the guitar or the piano in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you are interested in learning to play the blues, classical or jazz guitar or any other genre or just learning how to play songs on the piano, I can help. If you are a beginner, don't worry it won't all be scales. In fact I guarantee you will be playing a song within your first lesson. If you are an advanced or intermediate student, I can help you master your skills. We (you and I) will revisit proper right and left hand techniques; utilize exercises to improve your speed and accuracy. You will learn new methods to strengthen your improvisation abilities. In short, you and I will make sure to build on your strengths and undo any bad habits that are hindering your ability to grow as a guitarist or pianist.
*** Specialties ***
music, Guitar and Piano
I begin with meeting the student where they are in relation to their musical experience. After establishing trust, through encouragement I empower students to recognize their potential with out pre-determined expectations or limits. I am comfortable in various genres from classical to punk.
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Matthew O.
Astoria, NY 11106
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$50
/ 30-min
About Brian C.
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I have been teaching beginning piano with great success! All my students enjoy the piano and love to play.
About Brian
I graduated Cum Laude from New York University, where I received a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Guitar Performance. I have performed all styles of music on club dates, college shows, concerts, and recording dates.
I have also released a full length commercial recording of my original pop/rock music. Currently,I am teaching full time, performing, and composing.
I enjoy working with new students to develop their playing. My experience and teaching skills has yielded great results.
I have also released a full length commercial recording of my original pop/rock music. Currently,I am teaching full time, performing, and composing.
I enjoy working with new students to develop their playing. My experience and teaching skills has yielded great results.
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Brian C.
New Rochelle, NY 10804
starting at
$45
/ 30-min
About David K.
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As I said in my profile, I play all styles and so I teach all styles. This is an important point as many teachers only teach classical and if you want to learn a song by Sam Smith, the Beatles or perhaps something from "Frozen", they'll say 'buy the sheet music'. I teach music theory (after the fundamentals of music are learned) and if the student desires, he or she can learn how to improvise. This does not mean jazz necessarily, but learning to elaborate on a dull sheet music arrangement.
About David
Greetings, future students. I've been teaching piano for 30 years. I'm a professional pianist working mostly in Manhattan's major hotels. I play all styles of music and so I can teach all styles. Classical (I was accepted to the Juilliard Preparatory School at age 12), pop, jazz, blues, Broadway etc. I believe that learning to play the piano should be an enjoyable experience. Just as Sesame Street came up with the concept that learning can be fun, I do the same. Children as well as adults truly like me. This is extremely important. Thank you for reading my profile.
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David K.
Clifton, NJ 07013
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$30
/ 30-min
About Drew W.
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In lessons students will be taught the basics of accompaniment, harmony, counterpoint, and improvisation mostly from jazz and classical repertoire. Through studying piano through my intuitive and ear-based approach, anyone can become an excellent player as well as developing musicianship skills valuable for composition and making music with others.
About Drew
Aside from an extensive amount of personal and teaching experience in all of these subjects, I genuinely love connecting with students through music to help them reach their personal goals. I believe that my approach towards learning music is deeply rewarding, engaging, and aids brain development. Below is my bio which details my approach and teaching experience.
Drew received his Bachelors of Music in Jazz and Improvisational Music from the University of Nevada Reno and his Masters of Music in Contemporary Improvisation from New England Conservatory. He teaches guitar, piano, songwriting, and composition with an emphasis on intuitive learning, ear training, and music theory. His background includes jazz, classical, rock, blues, reggae, R&B, hip-hop, electronic music, and improvised music. As an educator he has eight years of experien
Drew received his Bachelors of Music in Jazz and Improvisational Music from the University of Nevada Reno and his Masters of Music in Contemporary Improvisation from New England Conservatory. He teaches guitar, piano, songwriting, and composition with an emphasis on intuitive learning, ear training, and music theory. His background includes jazz, classical, rock, blues, reggae, R&B, hip-hop, electronic music, and improvised music. As an educator he has eight years of experien
ce in private studio and has given workshops at the middle school, high school, and college level including his recent outreach work with the Boston Philharmonic to underfunded schools. Drew approaches each student as an individual with their own goals, needs, experience level, and learning style to create a specialized curriculum that helps propel the student towards their best self and enjoy the process at the same time.
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· Acoustic Guitar · In studio
· Classical Guitar · In studio
Drew does a fantastic job at teaching classical guitar, and at the same time introduced me to the more modern world of improvisation guitar, which I now enjoy a lot more than before.
I'd highly recommend Drew if someone is interested in a well rounded musical education that goes beyond just playing an instrument. I not only learned a lot of guitar, but feel I'm an all around better musician after taking lessons with Drew
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Drew W.
Brooklyn, NY 11221
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$40
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About Misha P.
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I'm a composer and professional jazz pianist with 30 years of experience performing around the world
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· Piano · In studio
· Piano · In studio
· Piano · In studio
I have studied with Misha for many years and constantly feel my piano improves. My overall music education benefits from the lessons as well.
Misha has a great attention to detail, can point out any mistakes you are making easily, and is great at making the music relatable. He also makes the experience quite fun, often jumping on the drums or singing along.
Highly recommended.
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Misha P.
New York, NY 10032
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$150
/ 60-min
About Elijah F.
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I am a pianist who is trained in jazz and classical and teaches sight reading, improvisation, and theory/composition. I graduated from Oberlin Conservatory with a degree in piano performance and love working with new students.
About Elijah
I am a professional pianist, singer, composer, producer, and recording artist. I graduated from Oberlin Conservatory with a Bachelors in Music, specifically piano performance.
Students can expect to learn how to improvise, play blues and jazz, while still working on technique and sight reading. I teach piano students of all different ages and levels and cater very much towards the students aspirations and goals. I can help students learn the fundamentals of improvisation and sight-reading or expand on more advanced styles of accompaniment and composition.
I have performed and toured throughout the United States and internationally and have shared the stage with artists like Moses Sumney, The Punch Brothers, and Branford Marsalis. I have released 3 self released albums which have been played hundreds of thousands of times through onli
Students can expect to learn how to improvise, play blues and jazz, while still working on technique and sight reading. I teach piano students of all different ages and levels and cater very much towards the students aspirations and goals. I can help students learn the fundamentals of improvisation and sight-reading or expand on more advanced styles of accompaniment and composition.
I have performed and toured throughout the United States and internationally and have shared the stage with artists like Moses Sumney, The Punch Brothers, and Branford Marsalis. I have released 3 self released albums which have been played hundreds of thousands of times through onli
ne platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Soundcloud.
I teach my clients in my comfortable home studio in Williamsburg, Brooklyn where I have a piano, Rhodes, and full recording setup.
Some of the musical styles I teach include jazz, blues, soul, funk, R&B, and classical.
I teach my clients in my comfortable home studio in Williamsburg, Brooklyn where I have a piano, Rhodes, and full recording setup.
Some of the musical styles I teach include jazz, blues, soul, funk, R&B, and classical.
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Elijah F.
Brooklyn, NY 11211
starting at
$50
/ 30-min
About Maria P.
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I have been teaching professionally for 7years and I studied one of top music school in NYC. I want my students to reach their musical potential and aspirations while having a wonderful time!
About Maria
I am a professional pianist. I graduated from Manhattan school of music for undergrad and I go to same school for mater.
Piano students can expect to improve week to week in their piano technique.
I teach students to release built up tension and apply foundational techniques in order to unlock their own individual sound. I can help any student to play with freedom, confidence, and expression.
I teach piano students of all different ages and experience levels. I can teach students to read music and pursue classical excellence, to learn how to play contemporary music using chord sheets, or both depending on the goals and preference of the student.
Piano students can expect to improve week to week in their piano technique.
I teach students to release built up tension and apply foundational techniques in order to unlock their own individual sound. I can help any student to play with freedom, confidence, and expression.
I teach piano students of all different ages and experience levels. I can teach students to read music and pursue classical excellence, to learn how to play contemporary music using chord sheets, or both depending on the goals and preference of the student.
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Maria P.
New York, NY 10027
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$50
/ 30-min
About Quinton N.
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All lessons are in a safe, creative, and positive environment in the comfort of your home!
Teaching students of all ages beginning/intermediate.
I approach each student and lesson with a customized approach. Each student is unique and requires different guidance when thinking about certain ideas. During the first lesson, I will determine what the student needs the most and we will focus on repertoire, technique, exercises, and theory that will help the student improve. It is my goal to teach students healthy and productive ways of practicing, as that is the foundation of learning and progressing as a pianist. This will help the student become as well rounded as possible.
About Quinton
Quinton is from the small town of Sherwood, Wisconsin. He started piano when he was nine years old and is currently is on a merit based scholarship attending Mannes School of Music in New York City where he studies with Vladimir Valjarevic. He moved out of his house at the young age of fourteen to pursue piano at Interlochen Arts Academy where he graduated after four years in 2016.
He has performed in choirs, orchestras and solo piano across the United States and internationally in both Italy and South Africa. His most memorable performances have been in Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall, Carnegie Hall, National Bohemian Hall, Montecito International Music Festival, Miami Music Festival, and the Amalfi Coast Music Festival. He was also a semifinalist in the Vivo International Piano Competition.
Quinton teaches students of all age
He has performed in choirs, orchestras and solo piano across the United States and internationally in both Italy and South Africa. His most memorable performances have been in Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall, Carnegie Hall, National Bohemian Hall, Montecito International Music Festival, Miami Music Festival, and the Amalfi Coast Music Festival. He was also a semifinalist in the Vivo International Piano Competition.
Quinton teaches students of all age
s and is a proud member of the Piano Teachers Congress of New York City and Music Teachers National Association.
He is giving back to his community in Wisconsin by starting a Performing Arts Club for high school students. He sets up community service performances for students around the area to help spread awareness for the arts. He also invites guest speakers and performers to teach students and give them an idea of what it is like to be a performing artist.
He is giving back to his community in Wisconsin by starting a Performing Arts Club for high school students. He sets up community service performances for students around the area to help spread awareness for the arts. He also invites guest speakers and performers to teach students and give them an idea of what it is like to be a performing artist.
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Quinton N.
New York, NY 10075
starting at
$40
/ 30-min
About Kellon H.
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You get to have fun at the piano. You learn techniques that you can use to accompany and perform. I am chill and so I bring that same chill energy to lessons, not stressing you out, but relaxing you to be able to learn quicker.
About Kellon
I am a gospel pianist, organist, and vocalist. I have over 20 years of experience in performing and teaching. I have a bachelor in music, concentration in theory and cooositiin from Montclair State University. Music is my passion and I want to share that spoon with others. I believe there is a song in all of us, I want to help you so that the world can hear yours.
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Kellon H.
East Orange, NJ 07018
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$50
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Average Cost of Piano Lessons in Montclair, NJ
The average cost of 60-minute piano lessons in Montclair is $75. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and your location, you should expect to spend anywhere between $75 and $75 per hour.
| 30-min | $45 |
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| 45-min | $60 |
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For the best experience, we typically recommend 60-minute piano lessons. However, students looking for a more affordable option may want to consider a shorter lesson length of 45 or 30 minutes. On average, 45-minute piano lessons are 20% less expensive at $60, and 30-minute lessons cost 40% less at $45.
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"I highly recommend Amber as your piano instructor. She is very accommodating with scheduling and she is a very talented instructor. She makes practicing f
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Review by Saanjali
"Lessons with David were my favorite time of the week during college. He worked on both basic techniques and finer details and nuances, which made the less
ons very creatively satisfying. As a student, I hold him in the highest regard. If you haven't signed up for a lesson, you're missing out!"
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New York, NY teacher:
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Review by Toby
"As a colleague of Josh's I've found him to be uncommonly thoughtful towards his students and about the content and direction of his lessons. He is excepti
onally prepared, incisive and intelligent, a fine musician and educator, and an easy person to recommend without hesitation. I'm confident any student will gain invaluable insight under his tutelage."
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Josh L.
Review by Selin
"I have been taking lessons with Trina for the last few months and she is a wonderful teacher. She is so patient and is great at what she does. I learn s
o much in each lesson and that motivates me to keep on learning and enjoying piano. Thank you Trina, you have an amazing gift and I'l so thankful to have found you as a teacher."
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New York, NY teacher:
Trina G.
Review by Stacy
"Ian has been my 8 years old son's piano instructor for several months and I hope for years to come! My son has improved so quickly and greatly with Ian's
instruction and his love for the piano has grown tremendously as well. Ian works with my son on music that appeals to him and that helps so much. Ian is always on time (he comes to us), and has never cancelled. Additionally he has been flexible the few times we have needed to change an appointment."
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New York, NY teacher:
Ian S.
Review by Bo Young
"Kathy has been working with my 4 year old daughter for several months now and she is phenomenal. Very patient and thoughtful. I can't believe how quick
ly my daughter is picking up the piano."
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New York, NY teacher:
Kathryn Z.
Review by Evelyn
"Fabulous experience. I can now play my favorite pop-songs reading the music sheet. Thank you so much for this gift of music that I can share with my frien
ds and family."
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New York, NY teacher:
Anna K.
Review by justin
"A Great Teacher
Lena is a wonderful teacher who feels very passionate about teaching her students to love music. She has taught me many pieces, leveling
Lena is a wonderful teacher who feels very passionate about teaching her students to love music. She has taught me many pieces, leveling
from beginner to advanced and I have enjoyed learning them with her. Adding on, Lena will make sure that you learned and understood the lesson by assigning homework that will improve your skills in piano. Overall, I have very much enjoyed Lena's lessons and her great effort to share her love of music."
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New York, NY teacher:
Lena L.
Review by Matteo
"She was very soft spoken and patient. She was also very complementary towards my son which built his confidence tremendously."
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Emily H.
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