Piano with James C.

I am happy to be teaching with TakeLessons, and can teach you piano, and how to be creative with music - songwriting and composition. Born in France, raised in Sacramento, I took to music at age five and studied piano formally for twenty years. I've lived in Europe and the U.S. teaching and playing music. I am trained pianist and composer, and have spent years teaching, and can teach you or your child a systematic, intuitive method for learning piano. Learning your instrument should be encouraging, exciting and about the creativity in music! In San Francisco, I had a studio of fifteen students with ages ranging from 5 to 70 years old while I earned my Masters of Music, and have moved to LA for work and one year of post graduate work at USC. I can teach you how to play songs, read music, learn the basics behind music theory and much more. We can also tailor the lesson to your interests - from classical, to more modern, pop-oriented music. I spent four years writing, producing and licensing music in New York City, and have written modern and classical music on piano and for various ensembles. My work can be heard on HBO, Showtime and in various films. Lessons available: Beginning & Intermediate Piano All Levels of Music Theory (ABRSM preparation) Beginning - Advanced Composition Thank you, and keep playing! *** Lesson Details *** For Piano: James teaches beginning and intermediate piano ages 5 to adult, using the acclaimed Faber Piano method - a honed, modern, and empowering piano learning method that is effective for all ages. If needed, James can tailor his teaching methods to a students' age, musical needs and interests. Lessons consist of piano reading and training, piano theory, piano articulation training, and, if needed, tailored creative writing / composing training. Music Theory, Ear Training and Composition: I teach music theory with instrument and with books. We focus on the basics to the most advances aspects of theory. Theory is fun, and, in regards to music, can help you with just about anything. I can also teach using the ABRSM books, and prepare you for the exam. They are excellent. I always encourage improvisation and composition. *** Studio Equipment *** I have a comfortable Piano Studio with an upright Baldwin, 88 key acoustic piano. *** Travel Equipment *** I can provide teaching materials. I can also bring pieces to work on. Student must provide their instrument and student books. I have a car. *** Specialties *** Piano: James teaches basic and intermediate piano via the Faber Method. A highly intuitive and empowering modern way to learn the piano - tailored for children, accelerated children, and adults. I specialize in encouragement, motivation, and giving you a strong foundation at your instrument. I've played everything from classical to rock on the piano. James can teach music theory - Harmony, Counterpoint, and basics. He can prepare you or your child for the ABRSM exams, and enjoys teaching music theory by way of ABRSM books and his own material, culled from years of study. Theory is most useful for someone who is learning an instrument, and a great way to encourage creativity.