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
3 Reviews
Write a ReviewI'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.