Lesson Details
About
- Teaches students:
- Ages 5+
- Teaching since:
- April 1988
I have 28 years of experience teaching students of all ages . I'm patient and I love kids. I have a college degree in Jazz studies and did a classical piano recital
my senior year in college . I also can play and program synthesizers . For many years I performed playing jazz piano ,being a keyboardist in bands playing popular music, and accompanying ballet classes with classical music .
*** Studio Equipment ***
f/w keyboard in living room seating for parents .
*** Specialties ***
Beginning piano,Jazz Improvisation,Classical Piano, and Synthesizer Programming .I've taught using various piano methods including Alfred,Schaum,Faber ,and Bastien.
Experience
Piano and Keyboard Teacher
Sep 1989 - Dec 2016I taught piano and electronic keyboard using primarily the Schaum piano method . We had four recitals per year . I had three teaching pieces published by Schaum including Runaround Rock which was on the National Federation of Music Junior Festival Required List for three years . I wrote various jazz piano exercises and notated jazz piano solos for my jazz piano students .
+ Read MoreEducation
Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, Jazz Performance
May 1980 - Dec 1985Photos & Videos
4 Reviews
Write a ReviewDavid gives me expert instruction in all aspects of my piano playing. He pays careful attention to my abilities and is sensitive in communicating advice. Because of his patience and his precision, I am thoroughly enjoying my piano progress. For anyone looking for great piano instruction, I highly recommend David!
+ Read MoreI'm an adult learner, and I've been attending weekly lessons for the last 6 months. As a woman, I was originally unsure before going to the lesson, but upon meeting him, I feel totally safe. He is very patient and understanding as well. I'd definitely recommend him.
+ Read MoreVery knowledgeable and skilled instructor, has greatly improved my technique and knowledge in piano.
My two kids, age 6 & 7, both learn Piano from David. He is very patient with kids and my kids love his lessons. He is very methodical and highly motivated teacher.I highly recommend David.