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Piano with Raymond A.

Jonesboro, Georgia

4.9
(37)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 7-57
Teaching since 1984
Music Production In Studio One

    Master the piano with a classical and jazz trained pianist

    Hello, my name is Ray and I enjoy working with students from the ages 7 and up. I have been teaching for 30+ years and my passion for music instruction and development has only grown stronger with age. My background in music covers jazz, Latin, classical, pop, rock, R&B, gospel, and blues. I also customize instruction for individuals who are producers and want to strengthen their keyboard skills as well. I look forward to the opportunity of working with you or your child!

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
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    Teaching Hours

    Wednesday
    4 PM-5 PM
    Saturday
    11 AM-11:30 AM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $20
    45 minutes
    $30
    60 minutes
    $40

    About Raymond A.

    4.9
    (37)
    Hello everyone. I have a classical and jazz piano background. I have performed in various ensembles to include, concert bands, big bands, jazz combos, R&B, Pop, Rock, country, Latin, and worship music. I teach beginners, intermediate and advanced levels in various piano styles as well as improvisation. I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have.
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    4.9
    37 Reviews
    Roeshell
    Teacher's studio
    Ray is an excellent teacher. He’s patient and does a great job of identifying where you are and creating lessons specifically for you. I’m excited about my progress and I’m motivated even more now that Ray has me going in the right direction.
    Posted Jul 7, 2023
    christopher
    Teacher's studio
    Very knowable teacher, well versed in different styles not just jazz.
    Posted Mar 21, 2023
    christopher
    Teacher's studio
    Very knowable teacher, well versed in different styles not just jazz.
    Posted Mar 21, 2023
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    Experience

    Piano Instructor

    Jul, 2018 - Present

    Music & Arts

    Teaches piano instruction at levels in various piano and music styles to include classical, jazz, pop, R&B and Latin. Also teaches improvisation

    Piano Instructor

    Jan, 2015 - Jan, 2020

    Carere Music

    Teaches piano instruction at levels in various piano and music styles to include classical, jazz, pop, R&B and Latin. Also teaches improvisation

    Lead Piano Player

    Apr, 2012 - Mar, 2014

    Grace Church Ministries

    Played piano for Sunday Morning and other services as requested

    Piano Instructor

    Aug, 2010 - Sep, 2014

    US Army School of Music

    Taught instruction for basic, intermediate and advanced courses on piano fundamentals, scales, chord voicings, chord progressions, piano and music styles, and improvisation

    Piano Instructor

    Aug, 2010 - Aug, 2012

    Naval School of Music

    Taught instruction for basic, intermediate and advanced courses on piano fundamentals, scales, chord voicings, chord progressions, piano and music styles, and improvisation

    Small Ensemble Instructor/Music Performance Teams

    Aug, 2010 - Sep, 2014

    Amy School of Music

    Taught small ensemble performance techniques, rhythm section concepts, consistent tempo & time, groove, intonation, phrasing, improvisation, dynamics, blending, song forms, intros, endings, horns, vocal concepts, stage presence and presentation, ensemble leader concepts, song lineup, proper equipment and attire

    Bass Player

    Jan, 2008 - Apr, 2010

    Harvesttime Ministries

    Played bass for Sunday Morning and other services as requested

    MIDI and Piano Instructor

    Mar, 1995 - Jul, 1998

    US Army School of Music

    Taught MIDI, electronic music and keyboards, sampling, sequencing, sound design, special effects, MIDI keyboard setups, performing live with MIDI, music software

    MIDI and Piano Instructor

    Mar, 1995 - Jul, 1998

    Naval School of Music

    Taught MIDI, electronic music and keyboards, sampling, sequencing, sound design, special effects, MIDI keyboard setups, performing live with MIDI, music software

    Writer and Developer

    Nov, 1992 - Feb, 1995

    US Army School of Music

    Developmed and wrote curriculum for piano and MIDI instruction for basic, intermediate and advanced courses.

    Piano Player

    Jun, 1992 - Sep, 1994

    Tony Grandberry & Friends

    Jazz Ensemble

    Jazz Band Leader

    Aug, 1966 - Sep, 1998

    Confirmation

    Education

    Jazz Piano

    Mar, 1981 - Oct, 1981

    Bellarmine University

    Music Production In Studio One

    Nov, 2020 - Jan, 2021

    Udemy

    Jazz Piano

    Mar, 2019

    Open Studio Jazz

    BA in Music

    Aug, 2015

    Thomas Edison State College

    AA - Electronics and Computer Technology

    May, 2008 - Jun, 2010

    Devry University

    Certifications

    Army Instructor Training Course

    Dec, 1994

    US Army Transportation Center

    Certificate of Instructor Training for certification to teach at the Army School of Music

    Small Group Instructor Training Course

    Jul, 1998

    US Amy Training & Doctrine Command

    Instructor training certification for teaching in a small group environment at the Army School of Music

    Navy Instructor Training

    Mar, 1995

    Fleet Training Center

    Certificate of Instructor Training for certification to teach at the Naval School of Music

    Affiliations

    American Federation of Musicians

    Oct, 2012

    A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.

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