Piano with Alexander R.

I am a professional pianist, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and recording artist. I graduated from Northwestern University in Chicago with a Bachelors of Music, specifically in piano performance. I also have a Master's of Music in Piano Performance from Manhattan School of Music in New York City. I teach piano students of all different ages and experience levels. I studied classical piano for 16 years before beginning my teaching career, which is now in its 10th year. I can teach students to read music and pursue classical excellence, but also to learn how to play contemporary pop music and jazz using chord sheets, or both depending on the goals and preference of the student. I can also teach the following secondary instruments: guitar, bass, drums, voice, French horn, and trumpet. As a professional recording artist, composer, arranger, and producer I recently made an album with my band Soft Candy out of Chicago entitled The Lüvrs & the H8ers. I have worked on many other side projects and collaborations as well. I love to mentor students who want to become effective, dynamic songwriters. My personal passion is contemporary music but I firmly believe that great technique is essential to any and every style. I look forward to meeting you and helping you to become a better musician!