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Paul M.
Staten Island, New York
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Paul M.
Staten Island, New York
Learn piano with ease through lessons from an expeienced pianist and teacher
I am an experienced piano teacher with over 20 years experience who teaches students of all levels and ages. I structure your lesson around what the student wants to learn while also building a solid foundation in music theory. I find one really does help the other in the students growth and development.
About Paul M.

I have been teaching music for about 30 years mostly on the guitar but I also give lessons on the bass, piano, and ukulele. I give lessons to beginner and intermediate students of all ages. If you want to learn and have fun I am ready for your lesson. In addition to teaching I have played in various local original and cover bands as well as musical productions. I enjoy the challenge every student brings. I teach on the entire Island so if your address comes up as to far away call TL to get set up. I also offer online lessons on all instruments so no matter where you are at it's no problem. *** Lesson Details *** I structure my lessons with a focus on learning to read and play music but I also like to teach a student what interests them as well. I think learning to read music is very important and it aides in the students development of their own musical personality. Early on the student will also learn songs or styles that interest them so its not just work but also play. *** Travel Equipment *** I provide books and various other things (e.g. picks, music stands, metronomes, etc... at students expense) if asked. Student should provide instrument *** Specialties *** beginner on all instruments and rock guitar. Intermediate students also welcome.

Teaches Beginner

Teaching since 1990

B.S. Business Management

Teaches ages 6+

Has background check

Instructor details
Subject: Piano
Bass Guitar
Guitar
Music Theory
Piano
Ukulele
Teaches 5 subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Student's Home
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Teaches Online
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Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$50
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30
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Teacher's Studio

I'm 47 and had the bright idea to start playing the Bass, Paul has been a great teacher, very patient and you can easily tell his love for music and teaching, I'm looking forward to many more classes and learning the Bass.....

Posted Sep 1, 2022
Student's home

Paul has been great in structuring my lesson plan and helping me to develop areas to work on throughout the week. He is enjoyable to talk to and never rushes the lessons. Whatever your goals are for your instrument he will tailor the plan for that so that you stay interested and motivated to stick with it. Highly recommend.

Posted May 16, 2022
Student's home

Paul is an excellent music teacher . I learned so much from his knowledge of music . I definitely wouldn’t hesitate recommending him for music instructions !

Posted May 12, 2022
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Music Teacher
Sep 1991 - Present
Self employed
I have been teaching guitar, bass, piano and ukulele for almost 30 years. In addition to teaching music theory, sight reading, etc... I like to personalize the students lesson so they learn the things that made them want to play the instrument in the first place.
musical director
Nov 2013 - Dec 2013
Holy Family Parish Players
I was the musical director and played all stringed instruments in their production of Celebrate the season ( a Christmas production ).
Stage tech
Jun 2013 - May 2014
Holy Family Parish Players
I worked as a stage tech during their productions of Those Fabulous Days of Radio and You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.
Music teacher
May 2013 - Oct 2014
Dr. Trogan's Music School
I gave private guitar, piano and ukulele lessons at a local music school and taught music theory.
Performer
Nov 2007 - Dec 2007
Trinity Church Manhattan
Performed the part of young Mr. Scrooge in their radio style production of Scrooge and Marley.
B.S. Business Management
Sep 1986 - May 1990
St. John's University

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Instructor details
Subject: Piano
Bass Guitar
Guitar
Music Theory
Piano
Ukulele
Teaches 5 subjects. Different subjects may have different prices.
Location:
Student's Home
Student's Home
Teaches Online
Teaches Online
Work hours
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$40
60 minutes
$50
New Student Special
First 3 lessons
$30