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Placitas, New Mexico

5.0
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks Spanish, Spanish
Teaching since 1999
BA Music

    About Chris L.

    5.0
    (6)
    I have studied music for 35 years. Piano was my first instrument and I have taken classical lessons from an early age and studied jazz piano for 14 years. I play guitar at the same level as piano. I play jazz, classical, flamenco and rock guitar; acoustic, electric and 9-string electric. I have studied at University of North Texas, Musicians institute and have a bachelor's of music from UNM. I have a certification in early childhood education and love to teach children, as well as adults of all ages. *** Lesson Details *** I am very patient and flexible. I work with the student to design curriculum that is exciting and engaging for their individual level. Students enjoy studying with me because they can progress quickly if they practice and because I am easy to talk to and work with. *** Studio Equipment *** The In-Studio lessons are taught in the music room in the home which includes an 88 key weighted keyboard, 5 guitars, 3 amps * Equipment *** I expect students to have their own instruments that they practice on during the week, a metronome, a tuner and the music books they are working on. *** Specialties *** I specialize in jazz, rock and classical music. I usually allow the students or their parents to choose their method books based on their interests and goals.

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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    3:30 PM-6:30 PM
    Tuesday
    3:30 PM-6:30 PM
    Wednesday
    3:30 PM-5:30 PM
    Thursday
    3 PM-3:15 PM
    Friday
    3:30 PM-7 PM
    Saturday
    12 AM-11:32 PM
    2:30 PM-7 PM
    Sunday
    12 PM-12 AM
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    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $25
    45 minutes
    $33
    60 minutes
    $40
    90 minutes
    $60
    120 minutes
    $80
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    6 Reviews
    Ellis
    Online
    My son has been taking banjo lessons with Chris for several months, and we've both been incredibly impressed. Chris is patient, encouraging, and highly skilled at explaining even the most complex techniques in a way that's easy to understand. My son is making great progress and enjoying his learning. Highly recommend!
    Posted Jun 28, 2024
    Angel
    Online
    Really really good teacher. Very patient , kind , and gives a good foundation musically to build upon. I started lessons only knowing a few concepts and he has helped me develop in many areas over a short time. He's really good at gauging your skill level and helping you to develop and obtain your goals. I've gone to him with percussion + fingerstyle songs and even african american gospel that I wanted to put onto the guitar. He has such a strong foundation that regardless of the genre he can help you learn the music that you want to play. I would definitely recommend his lessons to all skill sets, genres, ages (kids-adult). I am really grateful, definitely give him a try he's a really great teacher!
    Posted Jun 28, 2024
    michael mullady
    Student's home
    Great lesson.
    Posted Aug 30, 2016
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    Experience

    Piano Accompanist

    Mar, 2014 - Present

    National Dance Institute

    Play piano for children's dance and vocal classes.

    Education

    BA Music

    Apr, 2008 - Jun, 2012

    University of New Mexico

    Certifications

    Early Childhood 45 hour course certification

    Jul, 2011

    Central New Mexico Community college

    Affiliations

    Music Teachers National Association

    Jan, 2012

    The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.

    Languages

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

    Spanish

    Limited Proficiency

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