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"My son enjoyed his first lesson. Although, he has been playing for awhile, she is assisting him with strengthening his basics. He is excited to be learnin
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"Best instructor every, lots of patience, has given terrific confidence. Am now playing Oboe as intermediate in 4 months."
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"Lena is a wonderul piano teacher.
Lena is a wonderful piano teacher. We have been taking piano lessons for three years with Lena and it has been a great
Lena is a wonderful piano teacher. We have been taking piano lessons for three years with Lena and it has been a great
experience. She is patient, understanding and flexible. My daughter is playing classical pieces and she has learned not only how to play the piano but the discipline, patience, and confidence it takes to achieve great results."
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"Concetta is a wonderful and very patient instructor. She engages the kids and her enthusiasm is contagious."
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"My daughter just had a first lesson and it went great. Ramona was very patient and engaging. My daughter said she had a lot of fun even though it was chal
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"Beginner nerves vanished immediately. Michael is very disarming. Very encouraging. Very happy with him."
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Alex is an amazing teacher. He is very patient with my 8 year old son. He's always on time and works around my schedule. He has a great
Alex is an amazing teacher. He is very patient with my 8 year old son. He's always on time and works around my schedule. He has a great
passion for music and you can see that he loves to teach."
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About Asuka U.
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About Asuka
I started my musical training as a pianist at YAMAHA institute at age 4 in Japan. I was selected to enter perfect pitch class. It was designated for students who have perfect pitch and potentials to be professional musicians.
I enjoyed playing piano and electric piano and won the 1st prize at Kitakantou Electric Piano Competition hosted by YAMAHA institute. Because of the intensive training, I have been accompanying my students' recitals and performance exams.
As much as I enjoyed playing piano, I discovered that I also love singing, so I started to take singing lessons and majored in vocal performance during my college days.
Since I have graduated, I have been performing opera professionally. My career highlights include roles as Dorinda(Cantanti project), Pamina (Die Zauberflote) with Opera Manhattan Studio, Frasquita (Carmen)
I enjoyed playing piano and electric piano and won the 1st prize at Kitakantou Electric Piano Competition hosted by YAMAHA institute. Because of the intensive training, I have been accompanying my students' recitals and performance exams.
As much as I enjoyed playing piano, I discovered that I also love singing, so I started to take singing lessons and majored in vocal performance during my college days.
Since I have graduated, I have been performing opera professionally. My career highlights include roles as Dorinda(Cantanti project), Pamina (Die Zauberflote) with Opera Manhattan Studio, Frasquita (Carmen)
with One World Symphony, Zerlina (Don Giovanni) and Clorinda (La Cenerentola) with Capitol Heights Opera, Alice (Le comte Ory) with West Side Opera Society, Adele (Die Fledermaus), Susanna (Le Nozze di Figaro), and Myrrhine (Lysistrata) with Opera Avanti, Gilda (Rigoletto) with Academie Internationale d'Ete de Nice, and The First Spirit (Die Zauberflote) with the Opera Company of Brooklyn.
My international credits include studies at the Academy Internationale d'Ete de Nice, France; the Daniel Ferro Vocal Program in Chianti, Italy; the International Vocal Arts Institute in Tel Aviv, Israel; and an appearance at the Young Artist's Concert in Tokyo, Japan.
As a versatile singer, I was presented as an aspiring opera singer on the website of Maybelline New York. My voice was featured in short films for NEC, the Japanese technology company.
I was also selected as a finalist at the Opera Idol Competition at Lincoln Center, the Hariclea Darclee Voice Competition in Romania, and the Mario Lanza and Elaine Malbin Vocal Competition. In the summer 2014, I received a scholarship to perform at The Savannah Voice Festival that is founded by Metropolitan Opera/Grammy Award Winner Opera Star Mr. Sherrill Miles. My upcoming engagement includes singing the title role of Madame Butterfly with Snob Opera in Montreal and Quebec that is supported by Quebec City.
Besides being an opera singer, I have been teaching piano and voice for 11 years. I have been fortunate to study with the world renowned teachers. I continue my vocal studies with Mr.Gerald Martin Moore who teaches Tony award winner Kelly O'Hara, Met star Renee Flemimg and Mr. William Hicks who was a coach for Luciano Pavarotti at The Metroplitan Opera. I would like to share my skills and experience with you. Since I perform often, I can coach you how to perform on stage in addition to building solid technique and languages. Also, I have taught various kinds of music, such as Rock, Broadway musicals, Pop music, so we can work on all kind of music.
I look forward to teaching you soon!
*** Lesson Details ***
My students can expect to improve their skills and start to enjoy music more as we work together.
I believe that learning music is fun and enjoyable. However you also need to be serious and focused.
I can demonstrate various and specific techniques, phrasing, and interpretation and will always coach on how to develop your skills. However, I feel it is important for students to think critically on their own and take the first try at solving a problem themselves. I cannot emphasize enough that primarily it is you who find the ways to improve. Leaning music is a collaboration between teachers and students. I hope that through my lessons, students will become more self-sufficient and confident as musicians.
Let me help you become a better musician.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Piano (Clavinova), music stand, and desk.
*** Travel Equipment ***
By Subway, the closest station is 23rd street. You can take C, E train(within one block). 1 train(one block), M, F train (2 blocks).
My international credits include studies at the Academy Internationale d'Ete de Nice, France; the Daniel Ferro Vocal Program in Chianti, Italy; the International Vocal Arts Institute in Tel Aviv, Israel; and an appearance at the Young Artist's Concert in Tokyo, Japan.
As a versatile singer, I was presented as an aspiring opera singer on the website of Maybelline New York. My voice was featured in short films for NEC, the Japanese technology company.
I was also selected as a finalist at the Opera Idol Competition at Lincoln Center, the Hariclea Darclee Voice Competition in Romania, and the Mario Lanza and Elaine Malbin Vocal Competition. In the summer 2014, I received a scholarship to perform at The Savannah Voice Festival that is founded by Metropolitan Opera/Grammy Award Winner Opera Star Mr. Sherrill Miles. My upcoming engagement includes singing the title role of Madame Butterfly with Snob Opera in Montreal and Quebec that is supported by Quebec City.
Besides being an opera singer, I have been teaching piano and voice for 11 years. I have been fortunate to study with the world renowned teachers. I continue my vocal studies with Mr.Gerald Martin Moore who teaches Tony award winner Kelly O'Hara, Met star Renee Flemimg and Mr. William Hicks who was a coach for Luciano Pavarotti at The Metroplitan Opera. I would like to share my skills and experience with you. Since I perform often, I can coach you how to perform on stage in addition to building solid technique and languages. Also, I have taught various kinds of music, such as Rock, Broadway musicals, Pop music, so we can work on all kind of music.
I look forward to teaching you soon!
*** Lesson Details ***
My students can expect to improve their skills and start to enjoy music more as we work together.
I believe that learning music is fun and enjoyable. However you also need to be serious and focused.
I can demonstrate various and specific techniques, phrasing, and interpretation and will always coach on how to develop your skills. However, I feel it is important for students to think critically on their own and take the first try at solving a problem themselves. I cannot emphasize enough that primarily it is you who find the ways to improve. Leaning music is a collaboration between teachers and students. I hope that through my lessons, students will become more self-sufficient and confident as musicians.
Let me help you become a better musician.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Piano (Clavinova), music stand, and desk.
*** Travel Equipment ***
By Subway, the closest station is 23rd street. You can take C, E train(within one block). 1 train(one block), M, F train (2 blocks).
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· Singing · Online
· Piano · In studio
· Opera Voice · In studio
My high C/C6 came by early December, a couple of weeks after starting with Asuka. Some of this is my voice type, but I believe anyone who works with Asuka will see improvement.
I am taking lessons with a well-regarded pop teacher from the same time period and I've developed almost entirely from Asuka's lessons vs the other teacher, and quickly too with consistent practice. What Asuka teachers carries over to non-classical singing also.
Asuka is not rigid in her approach, thankfully, and she is so nice about the million things beginner singers can correct. I don't feel embarassed singing in front of her because she is non-judgmental.
I did some online lessons when she was traveling, and I got just as much out of them so even if I leave New York I will continue working with her.
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Asuka U.
New York, NY 10011
starting at
$55
/ 30-min
About Amanda M.
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About Amanda
STEINWAY Educational Partner since 2013
Member of American Guild of Musical Artist since 2012
NY METS Honored Performer 2011
Master of Music in Music Performance 2009
International Folk Song Vocal Competition Third Prize 2006
German Lieder Competition First Prize 2005
B.F.A in Music Performance Vocal & Piano 2003
B.F.A in Music Ed. & Performing Arts Ed. 2003
Steinway& Sons International Youth Piano Competition Second Prize 1992
*** Lesson Details ***
- Technique Development 33%
- Music Appreciation 33%
- Self Expression 33%
- Talent 1%
As for advanced teaching, my teaching style helps students to open their minds so they can enjoy themselves through music. I enjoy teaching my students helpful ways to think about music, as opposed to just teaching them to execute the right notes. For example I might say "play the piano
Member of American Guild of Musical Artist since 2012
NY METS Honored Performer 2011
Master of Music in Music Performance 2009
International Folk Song Vocal Competition Third Prize 2006
German Lieder Competition First Prize 2005
B.F.A in Music Performance Vocal & Piano 2003
B.F.A in Music Ed. & Performing Arts Ed. 2003
Steinway& Sons International Youth Piano Competition Second Prize 1992
*** Lesson Details ***
- Technique Development 33%
- Music Appreciation 33%
- Self Expression 33%
- Talent 1%
As for advanced teaching, my teaching style helps students to open their minds so they can enjoy themselves through music. I enjoy teaching my students helpful ways to think about music, as opposed to just teaching them to execute the right notes. For example I might say "play the piano
like you sing, and sing as if you are telling a story!" This is an important part of my teaching philosophy.
I have students auditioned for America's Got Talent, the Disney Channel and the Met Opera Children Chorus
*** Studio Equipment ***
Living Room: baby grand, music stand, couch, chairs, parents can sit in on lesson
*** Travel Equipment ***
My students need a piano or an eighty-eight weighted electronic keyboard
*** Specialties ***
Classical Piano
Ear Training
Music Theory
Vocal Coach
Vocal Technique
Stage Presentation
Audition Preparation
I have students auditioned for America's Got Talent, the Disney Channel and the Met Opera Children Chorus
*** Studio Equipment ***
Living Room: baby grand, music stand, couch, chairs, parents can sit in on lesson
*** Travel Equipment ***
My students need a piano or an eighty-eight weighted electronic keyboard
*** Specialties ***
Classical Piano
Ear Training
Music Theory
Vocal Coach
Vocal Technique
Stage Presentation
Audition Preparation
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· Piano · In home
· Piano · In home
· Piano ·
Amanda is an amazing teacher. I went back to taking piano lessons at the age of 45 and Amanda has been an incredibly patient, generous, intelligent and warm teacher. She is very personable, extremely knowledgeable about music, and the lessons are individually tailored so that I get the most out of them. I have learned so much as her pupil and I am growing (slowly!) as a pianist. Amanda has made this process enjoyable, fulfilling, and yes...fun!
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Amanda M.
New York, NY 10022
starting at
$70
/ 30-min
About Elisabetta F.
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About Elisabetta
Originally from Rome, Italy, Elisabetta immersed herself in musical and classical studies since an early age. Traveling with her family, she had the opportunity to experience the most prestigious music productions in Europe and the United States. The choice to be an active part of the music world as a professional was inevitable and only natural.
She attained a Master’s Degree in Piano Performance and Music Teaching, from the Conservatory of Music Refice, Italy.
She developed a long career teaching music, providing music education instruction, encompassing practice of an instrument, history of music, and music theory. She taught classes with approximately twenty-five students, maintaining a sharp, consistent focus on correlating music to academics.
Through instrument instruction (piano, recorder, and key board) she was successful i
She attained a Master’s Degree in Piano Performance and Music Teaching, from the Conservatory of Music Refice, Italy.
She developed a long career teaching music, providing music education instruction, encompassing practice of an instrument, history of music, and music theory. She taught classes with approximately twenty-five students, maintaining a sharp, consistent focus on correlating music to academics.
Through instrument instruction (piano, recorder, and key board) she was successful i
n developing skills in students such as discipline and concentration. The experience of practicing and producing beautiful music enhanced the self esteem of even the most difficult pupils, improving their achievements also in mathematics, science, language arts and other academic subjects.
While teaching, Elisabetta never stopped performing for various Cultural Associations in Solo Concerts and Chamber Music.
In New York for family and business reasons since 1999, Elisabetta continued her successful teaching career throughout these years, giving lessons to children and adults alike. Some of her students came from the Martha Graham School of Modern Dance, The Neighborhood Playhouse and Opera Singers.
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My lessons are pleasant, interesting and stimulating. I have the gift to make things easier. Step by step you go a long way, and become eager to go further. You will look at challenges as just bigger rewards.
I was taught by very accomplished, intimidating Artists and Maestros… extremely demanding people. If you ever feel discouraged or a little doubtful about your abilities… believe me, I KNOW where you are coming from!
We’ll walk together towards a priceless treasure that will be with you for life. In a few months, hearing something beautiful in the air, you will be able to say “I can play that!”
*** Studio Equipment ***
piano in a separate room seating for parents
*** Travel Equipment ***
Piano
*** Specialties ***
Classical
While teaching, Elisabetta never stopped performing for various Cultural Associations in Solo Concerts and Chamber Music.
In New York for family and business reasons since 1999, Elisabetta continued her successful teaching career throughout these years, giving lessons to children and adults alike. Some of her students came from the Martha Graham School of Modern Dance, The Neighborhood Playhouse and Opera Singers.
*** Lesson Details ***
My lessons are pleasant, interesting and stimulating. I have the gift to make things easier. Step by step you go a long way, and become eager to go further. You will look at challenges as just bigger rewards.
I was taught by very accomplished, intimidating Artists and Maestros… extremely demanding people. If you ever feel discouraged or a little doubtful about your abilities… believe me, I KNOW where you are coming from!
We’ll walk together towards a priceless treasure that will be with you for life. In a few months, hearing something beautiful in the air, you will be able to say “I can play that!”
*** Studio Equipment ***
piano in a separate room seating for parents
*** Travel Equipment ***
Piano
*** Specialties ***
Classical
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Reviews
· Piano · In home
My daughter has been playing piano for several years, and she wants to be treated as a mature tween, not a small child who must be praised for simply getting through a piece. On the other hand, she can also be hypersensitive and react badly to criticism; she will think someone is angry with her on the slightest provocation. In other words, she is a very tough customer! But somehow, miraculously, Elisabetta gets it perfectly right, and my daughter feels respected and encouraged.
I am extremely grateful to have found such a gracious and skilled instructor, and I'm very pleased with the progress my daughter is making.
· Piano · In studio
· Piano · In studio
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Elisabetta F.
Flushing, NY 11367
starting at
$40
/ 30-min
About Christian C.
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About Christian
Hey there! I'm a professional musician and instructor from Long Island, NY. I received my Bachelors Degree in Classical Guitar Performance under the tutelage of the world-renowned Fred Hand at the SUNY Purchase Music Conservatory.
Through my studies I've channeled my passion for jazz, education in classical music, guitar pedagogy, and experience in teaching contemporary music to gain a multifaceted understanding of the guitar. I feel this insight allows me a readiness for any musical situation and is exactly the kind of level of comfortability I wish to pass down to my students so they can be their best, uninhibited, musical self.
Through my studies I've channeled my passion for jazz, education in classical music, guitar pedagogy, and experience in teaching contemporary music to gain a multifaceted understanding of the guitar. I feel this insight allows me a readiness for any musical situation and is exactly the kind of level of comfortability I wish to pass down to my students so they can be their best, uninhibited, musical self.
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Christian C.
Brooklyn, NY 11237
starting at
$40
/ 30-min
About gianni B.
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About gianni
I am a professional singer/musician from Las Vegas, NV, The Entertainment Capital Of The World.
I hold two Bachelors Degrees in music performance and music education. I have had the privilege of performing in both operas and musicals as a singer. I've also musical directed many productions where I've conducted and played in the band or pit.
I am constantly looking for ways to bridge the gap between classical and contemporary techniques and strive to break the stigma that the two cannot both be utilized.
I also teach knowing that no two students are the same and that there is no fool-proof method. Each student must be treated as an individual.
I pride myself on being able to diagnose each student's needs and provide them with a regiment and technique that will allow them to perform at their maximum ability.
I hold two Bachelors Degrees in music performance and music education. I have had the privilege of performing in both operas and musicals as a singer. I've also musical directed many productions where I've conducted and played in the band or pit.
I am constantly looking for ways to bridge the gap between classical and contemporary techniques and strive to break the stigma that the two cannot both be utilized.
I also teach knowing that no two students are the same and that there is no fool-proof method. Each student must be treated as an individual.
I pride myself on being able to diagnose each student's needs and provide them with a regiment and technique that will allow them to perform at their maximum ability.
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gianni B.
New York, NY 10033
starting at
$45
/ 30-min
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About Malka
Hello Potential Students!
I can't wait to start working with you! I know from experience that a good student/teacher relationship is the key for success, so I approach my teaching with positivity, flexibility, and the firm belief that everyone has innate intelligence waiting to be uncovered and harnessed.
I offer my students humor, support and my own expertise in a variety of subjects relating to the field including audition advice, tips on controlling performing nerves, help with diction, text interpretation, and much more! I believe the student/teacher relationship should be based on trust and mutual respect, and that is what I offer.
I can't wait to start working with you! I know from experience that a good student/teacher relationship is the key for success, so I approach my teaching with positivity, flexibility, and the firm belief that everyone has innate intelligence waiting to be uncovered and harnessed.
I offer my students humor, support and my own expertise in a variety of subjects relating to the field including audition advice, tips on controlling performing nerves, help with diction, text interpretation, and much more! I believe the student/teacher relationship should be based on trust and mutual respect, and that is what I offer.
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Malka R.
Brooklyn, NY 11203
starting at
$67
/ 30-min
About sean W.
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Professional musician of 27 years, with master degree in Jazz study, been teaching kids and university level students since 1996.
main instrument: piano, keyboard, synth, violin and composition.
main instrument: piano, keyboard, synth, violin and composition.
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sean W.
Jersey City, NJ 07302
starting at
$59
/ 30-min
About Danny M.
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About Danny
My name is Danny and I am from rainy (and green!) Seattle, WA. I have taught guitar and piano for 10 years including privately, at Able Music School (New Zealand), and Musicality Network (OR). I am a fun and patient teacher, I look forward to sharing my love of music with students!
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Danny M.
New York, NY 10021
starting at
$35
/ 30-min
About Grace F.
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About Grace
I have a degree in Music Education from New York University with a concentration in cello performance. I began teaching cello lessons in 2012 and continue to focus on finding ways to meet the individual needs of students in a warm, welcoming environment. My goal is to help students develop excellent technique and tone quality as well as expression and satisfaction through creating music. I use a variety of tools for learning including standard technique books, classical repertoire, and a variety of arrangements I create myself. I believe every child and adult is musical and am excited to explore our musical nature with you.
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Grace F.
Mahopac, NY 10541
starting at
$30
/ 30-min
About Annette M.
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About Annette
Southern raised and classically trained, Annette has been playing violin since the age of 5 and has been performing publicly and recording since the age of 8. She has been teaching Violin, Viola and Cello in the lower Westchester, NY area for the past four years. In that time she has been on staff as a Teaching Fellow at the prestigious Interlochen Fine Arts Camp as well as performing in the recording studio for various solo artists and bands because of her varied interests in both classical and contemporary [or country/bluegrass] music styles. She studied Suzuki Pedagogy as well as NYSSMA and Royal Conservatory standards for stringed instrument instruction and is able to teach the method preferred by the student/parent. She is able to blend methods for the widest range of instruction for the benefit of her students. She received her
undergraduate degree from the University of Memphis Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music and her Master's Degree from SUNY Purchase College Conservatory of Music, two staunchly different schools of study which has given her background in music standards and stage performance the diversity not matched anywhere else.
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Annette M.
Bronx, NY 10463
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$50
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