Merrick, NY Classical Piano Lessons

A healthy physical approach to the piano, a keen appreciation for sound, and a curious mind - these are qualities which I've been able to help cultivate in my students. You will learn how to play without tension, utilizing the body to the upmost capacity. You will learn how to create the sound you want with an instrument that can do almost anything you want it to. And all of this will be done with a constant mindset of discovery. I want to help you not only play the music you want to play but to appreciate more deeply music you already know and love. I accomplish this through a flexible method which fits the unique needs and desires of each individual student.

I've been teaching piano for over ten years. I teach everything from Bach, Mozart, and Chopin. I use Faber & Faber books for beginners and Intermediate.

Learn to play both classical favorites and obscure gems by improving your technique, sightreading, and music theory skills!

Includes technique, sight-reading, musicality, repertoire selection, music theory, etc., with a focus on classical piano repertoire, according to the student's experience and needs.

Teaching of classical music requires proper learning of piano technique. I teach technique through a series of books covering 5 years of study. I supplement this with classical pieces (recital pieces) for each level as well as studies in technique from Hanon, Czerny, and others. In addition, I include sample works from all periods, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Post Romantic, Modern.

In English, Español ou Português! The piano classes are a very fun and practical way to learn and practice classical songs, as well as pop and Brazilian tunes! Can be based on playing by ear or reading sheet music and chords. Also, can include trainings on technique, creativity and composition, to start putting your ideas together to create your own songs or creating your own arrangement for composers you like!

* Classes in studio in NYC too. Please ask for it by message!

PROGRAM - Choose your goals!
- Piano workout - chords, scales, progressions, voicings.
- Sight- reading development
- Preparing repertoire: choosing different styles, composers, levels.
- Play along tracks with orchestras, chamber groups, bands.
- Transcribing your favorite songs to the piano

Practicing rhythms, melodies, harmonies, chords, you will develop your musicality and apply everything in your chosen repertoire. Using apps, videos, tracks, you will have amazing material to follow along, watch ...

I possess more than 10 years of progressive experience in music education. My professional history includes positions such as president/instructor at Rockville Centre Music as well as classical guitar instructor at Long Island Conservatory.
Most recently, my responsibilities as owner at Rockville Centre Music match the qualifications you are seeking. As the Owner, my responsibilities included preparing schedules, creating lesson plans, and working with special needs children.

We'll have fun exploring the basics techniques of the piano while working on a dynamic repertoire together. The intention will be to get yourself to the next level of playing.

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.

Josh, multi-instrumentalist for Norah Jones and many others graduated Berklee College of Music in 1995. He has been playing professionally and teaching privately since then. He appears on albums by James Taylor, The Lemonheads to name a few and has performed live with everyone from Brian Wilson to Miley Cyrus. I offer private guitar lessons to students of all ages and skill levels in a fun and patient environment. Whether you're picking up a guitar for the first time or you've been playing for a while and are looking to break out of a rut, I can help.

Lessons with me are centered on the student and the student's goals. One adult beginner wanted to play one Frank Sinatra song for his wife on their anniversary; that was achieved! Many others want to learn the classical repertory through Beethoven sonatas and Chopin waltzes and nocturnes. I believe that lessons, and music learning in general should be informal and fun.
I also teach music theory, both as a vital part of keyboard study, and as a separate discipline.