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Piano with Aaron C.

Severn, Maryland

4.9
(52)
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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5+
Teaching since 1999
Master of Fine Arts - Professional Composition and Orchestration

    About Aaron C.

    4.9
    (52)
    In a fun and engaging atmosphere we will develop the tools of musicality. I'm as comfortable with an absolute beginner as an advanced student. I've been a professional drummer and keyboardist for 17 years. The last 13 of these have been touring with Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus. I've performed on cruise ships, in clubs and bars, and in concert halls. As a drummer I'm well versed in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Funk, and Orchestral/Band Percussion. We will focus on solid time, technique, and musicality. On the piano we develop solid fundamentals through reading and technical exercises, a grounding in theory, and an understanding of musical structure. You will learn to play from a fake book, play with a band, and improvise. I will also equip you with the tools to write your own music. Happy to teach students both drums and piano. We can do this as a split one hour lesson, or alternate weeks. We will also work on ensemble playing by playing together.

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    Teaching Hours

    Sunday
    1 AM-1:15 AM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $33
    45 minutes
    $46
    60 minutes
    $58
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    4.9
    52 Reviews
    Jill
    Online
    Aaron is thorough and patient. I really enjoyed the lesson and feel that I will learn a lot and accomplish my goals.
    Posted Mar 22, 2024
    Stewart
    Online
    I studied classical piano when I was a teenager. Now, 56 years later I decided to learn to play popular music from the Real Book. After following various YouTube videos for a couple of months and struggling to choose the best way to proceed, I think I've found it -- take lessons with Aaron. My first lesson this morning was great and I look forward to studying with him.
    Posted Feb 19, 2024
    Alicia
    Online
    A knowledgeable and patient instructor who is a joy to learn from.
    Posted Dec 14, 2023
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    Experience

    Keyboardist

    Jan, 2002 - Dec, 2003

    Ringing Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus

    Played the 2nd Keyboard book for two different editions of the circus. Required solid reading, ensemble skills, and some improvisation.

    Circus Drummer

    Jan, 2004 - Apr, 2015

    Ringing Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus

    Touring all over continental US with major circus production. Experience in a wide range of musical styles. Experience with electronic percussion, click track playing and in-ear amplification.

    Education

    Diploma - Music

    Sep, 1991 - May, 1993

    Interlochen Arts Academy

    Master of Fine Arts - Professional Composition and Orchestration

    Sep, 2018 - Jul, 2020

    University of Chichester/Thinkspace Education

    Bachelor of Jazz Studies

    Sep, 1993 - May, 1998

    University of North Texas

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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