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Teaching Locations:
Teacher's Studio
Student's Home
Levels taught:
Beginner, IntermediateAbout John B.
I am a graduate of the Cal Poly Pomona music department looking forward to sharing my passion and knowledge with people who want to express themselves with music!
I use the John Thompson Piano book series to build understanding of written music, theory, and artistic expression. In addition to teaching classical techniques, I help guide my students on the path to writing their own music!
During my time in university I played piano with the Kellogg Soul Ensemble and the Jazz Combo. I also sang extensively with the university concert choir.
I currently play gigs with a jazz trio and a funk-rock band. I also play keyboard on recordings for local pop and hip-hop artists, and assist with arrangements and choir direction.
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Student's Home
Friendly keeps you motivated instructor
Teacher's Studio
A really Thorough instructor even for 30 min! I highly recommend him! And he had a positive attitude. Can’t wait until the next lesson!
Student's Home
This was my granddaughters first lesson. I believe John did a wonderful job. We are looking forward to seeing him in a week. My granddaughter is still excited.
Teacher's Studio
Love John, he is a great teacher .And He is very accommodating to our crazy schedule.
Student's Home
Great teacher! Helping me with Piano and Music Theory, has a great approach to teaching piano.
Online
Awesome! John is an expert at the piano and an expert at breaking down instructions on how to easily learn to play the piano. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to develop their piano skills!
Student's Home
Great communication; looking forward to future lessons
Student's Home
As a senior lady, I was pleased to find a patient and intelligent piano teacher that renewed my interest after many years!
Student's Home
Being an aspiring musician looking to find ways to progress his craft, I knew I needed professional help. John was recommended by a mutual friend and delivered on his promise of giving me the musical knowledge I needed in my work. John's work ethic and patience when it came to breaking down musical structures and theory was appreciated. He was timely, accommodating, and motivating too. I learned a lot from him as a teacher. Highly recommended.
Teacher's Studio
John was patient and knew how to get an older student such as myself past the piano roadblocks. He is dedicated and a skilled teacher.
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Education
BA in Music Industry Studies
Sep 2010 - Jun 2016California Polytechnic University, Pomona
Languages
English
Fluent / Native Proficiency
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