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Benjamin K.
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Bachelors of the Arts in Jazz Studies from Carnegie Mellon University -
Teaching since 2003 -
Teaches students 5 and up
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Learn how to write songs of all shapes and sizes, from the 2 minute pop song, to the 13 minute symphony
About Benjamin
I grew up in Glenside moved to Pittsburgh for school and came back because I love it here...I've been playing for 17 years and have a smorgasbord of influences from Zeppelin to the Beatles to Phish to Radiohead to the dirty projectors to Jay Z to Kurt Rosenwinkel & John Scofield. I have been compos
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Connie L.
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Awarded Global Music Award - Silver Medal from Global Music -
Myra Jackson Scholar from Vanderbilt University - Blair School of Music -
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
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Connie L.
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Songwriting is a great outlet to create instruments and pieces you want to demonstrate. Showcase your talent through songwriting and with some music theory.
About Connie
I am eager to share my piano lessons from really experienced and scholared pianists. They shared to me how to play the piano accurately and how to play by ear. I can't wait to share these teachings to you as well! I am also classically trained, and also know some blues and jazz. we can teach how to

Zack D.
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Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
Teaches students 8 and up -
Music Education from University of Kentucky
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I can teach you everything from writing cool chord progressions to implementing advanced composition tactics, such as voice leading and modulation. I've written professionally for video games, film, musical theater, commercials, and even promotional trailers! I can elevate your music to sound unique, well still remaining true to you! Check out my site for a better understanding of what you'll learn how to do:
Contact me to today to start your own composition journey!
About Zack
I am a professional composer for video games and film! I created the company, Moving Dimensions, in 2014 and have been producing and writing music for my own video games ever since. I've been writing music ever since I was old enough to hold a pencil. After 19 years of perfecting my craft, I wan
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Natalie L.
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Speaks Spanish -
Teaching since 2006 -
Master of Music from New York University
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I'm a songwriter and musical theater writer (ASCAP, BMI Workshop) with over 15 years of experience crafting songs and 12 years experience teaching. My work has been performed in New York Off-Broadway, Nashville, and L.A.
Songwriting lessons are in some ways similar to Composition Lessons (see "Composition") with a focus on popular songwriting, including musical theater and commercial music. You will learn about harmony and form, but lyric writing and also how to tell a story through song. You will also work on how to create a catchy hook, how to keep your song focused and clear, how to create a "turn" at the end, and how to grab and keep the listener's attention.
About Natalie
Natalie is a NYU and BMI Workshop trained composer of songs, musicals, and concert music who has helped many songwriters find their voice and fine-tune their skills. She is particularly adept at identifying what is keeping a song from working (whether it be music, lyrics or both) and helping writer
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Natalie very knowledgeable in piano. Patient
Flexible to your interests as to style of play and approach.
Daniel P.
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Teaches Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced -
Teaches students 10 and up -
Teaching since 2004
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Songwriting was a part of my Composition and Arranging Degree from Belmont University in Nashville, TN. Learn about songwriting and how to avoid common mistakes that beginning songwriters make.
About Daniel
Daniel toured with the violin troupe, Barrage for two years playing Violin/Fiddle, Bagpipes, and Irish whistles. While touring with Barrage, Daniel performed for audiences in 11 different countries, and was involved with 103 high school and middle school workshops for over 6,861 students in 3 coun
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Scott K.
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Speaks Spanish, English -
Undergraduate of Jazz and Classical for Double Bass from Eastman School of Music -
Awarded Raymond and Maxine Schirmer Prize in Jazz Performance from Eastman School of Music
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Songwriting for me is the best part. I’ve written 50 good and 50 bad songs at least. Practice makes perfect but inspiration is hard to force. Lets understand the complexities of theory and simplicities of powerful lyrics.
About Scott
I play upright bass, electric bass, guitar, piano, drums, and sing. I also compose original songs and Jazz music. I am currently completing my Master's at Manhattan School of Music. In NYC I have played at Smoke Jazz club and have done many private and public singer/songwriter gigs singing and play
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Fawnâs way of teaching is quite original, passionate and always to the point. She can make the most insecure person get out of their own way and become more secure. Working with her, I get a glimpse of genius in action. She really is a musical genius and I have been learning an incredible amount from her. My songs keep getting better under her training and guidance and I finally got a placement in a sitcom from her re-write. I look forward to watching my own abilities continue to grow and become stronger."


Randy has worked with my partner and I for 15 years. He took our melodies, arranged them, and turned them into songs that were actually singable. Watching Randy run a rehearsal and teach people songs is a sight to behold. He makes it happen quickly and efficiently, and we always have fun.
In all sincerity, I consider Randy to be the most talented musician I've ever known. He is a great teacher, even of inexperienced adults, and fun to work with. A winning combination all the way around.
John B."






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