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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 7+
Speaks English, Armenian
Teaching since 2013
Jazz Studies
How to fall in love with classical music
I didn't always love playing classical music. I actually hated it for a long time as a child. Because of that, it's very important for me for the student to actually love what they're playing. It's really important that a student understands the composer and the piece, because that is the context which the music is heard through. I spend a lot of time on technique as well, making sure you have the correct hand posture that will assure you to have the most technical gain in the long run.
I've played everything from Bach to Ravel. I cover all eras of classical music. Whether you want to learn the complex fugues of Bach, the beautifully difficult pieces of Chopin, or the lush sounds of Debussy.
Instructor details
Location:
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
10 AM-4 PM
7 PM-10 PM
Tuesday
10 AM-3 PM
6 PM-10 PM
Wednesday
10 AM-5 PM
7:30 PM-10 PM
Thursday
10 AM-4 PM
7 PM-10 PM
Friday
10 AM-10 PM
Sunday
10 AM-7 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$65
60 minutes
$80
About Mesrop S.
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I am a music lover. I love anything and everything that is music. It has been one of the most consistent things in my life since I was a child, and there's nothing that makes me happier than making that a reality for someone else.
As a performer, producer, and educator, I've worked with artists of different styles and genres including Tigran Hamasyan, Tim Lefev, Gary Novak, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Bei Ru, Koda, and many others.
I believe in designing lessons around each student's goals and needs, so every student gets a personally tailored lesson plan that will help excel them into being an amazing musician. I believe that great music teachers leave lasting impressions on their students. I wish to impart on my students the same lessons and experiences that have influenced me throughout my journey.
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6 Reviews
Jocelyn
Online
I am a classically trained violinist and singer songwriter who is looking to improve my piano skills. In our lesson I felt like I was able to get the type of thorough instruction I was looking for. We covered position, technical exercises, and classical pieces that I should be proficient in. It was apparent that Mesrop has a very deep understanding of this instrument and can approach it from the technical perspective I was looking for. I’m also happy that I can bring in songs from my songwriter project and get a composition perspective on those when I need it. It’s a very good balance for me as a performer and a songwriter. It’s important to find a teacher who you genuinely like, and Mesrop’s kind personality and professionalism are a great fit for me.
Posted Mar 24, 2020
Daniel
Teacher's studio
I have been wanting to learn piano for some time, and was recommended to Mesrop by a friend. He has been very patient with my pace of learning, which isn't always the fastest, and introduced concepts in a really logical and digestible way. Great guy and teacher, highly recommend!
Posted Aug 18, 2017
Arsen
Student's home
I've always enjoyed playing guitar and bass, but the added element of piano was something that seemed so daunting I convinced myself to let it go. Mesrop was able to break it down so simply for me from the start, and I'm extremely thankful for his patience and focus throughout lessons. Along the way, I picked up more on theory and am now more comfortably able to transcribe as well. I think he's a tremendous musician but an equally excellent teacher.
Posted Aug 15, 2017
Experience
Teacher
Jan, 2018 - PresentHenderson Academy
Private piano instructor for students of all ranges. Teaching classical, jazz, pop, hip hop, R&B, theory, and sight singing.
Teacher
Aug, 2016 - PresentLark Conservatory
Teaching large classrooms of all ages on sight singing, music history, and harmony, as well as private instruction.
Performer
Jan, 2009 - PresentFreelance
Playing around LA at venues and bars such as The Satellite, Bootleg Theater, The Echo, No Vacancy, and many more. Playing mostly hip hop, R&B, jazz, and indie rock.
Education
Jazz Studies
Sep, 2010 - Dec, 2012Pasadena City College
Jazz Studies
Aug, 2013 - May, 2016California State University Of Northridge
Awards
Certificate of Merit
Apr, 2003Music Teachers Association of California
Downbeat Student Music Awards
Apr, 2015Downbeat Magazine
Languages
Armenian
Native Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
Mesrop's Gallery
Instructor details
Location:
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
10 AM-4 PM
7 PM-10 PM
Tuesday
10 AM-3 PM
6 PM-10 PM
Wednesday
10 AM-5 PM
7:30 PM-10 PM
Thursday
10 AM-4 PM
7 PM-10 PM
Friday
10 AM-10 PM
Sunday
10 AM-7 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$50
45 minutes
$65
60 minutes
$80
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