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Piano with William P.

Waterbury, Connecticut

4.6
(46)
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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5+
Speaks english, spanish
Teaching since 2011
Bachelor of Performance in Vocal Music Contemporary Studies
  • 2 Repeated Students

Learn piano with a church piano player

If you want to learn how to begin playing the piano, I am you man. I focus on scales, selections, and cadences to help you learn the beginnings of piano playing. I can take you through simple four part melodies with pedals, playing from a lead sheet, and even a bit of transposition. A small amount of music theory will be involved in your lessons. Contact me to talk about your piano playing goals and to set up your first lesson.

Instructor details

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Teaching Hours

Monday
4 PM-5 PM
Tuesday
2 PM-4:30 PM
Wednesday
4 PM-4:30 PM
Friday
2 PM-5 PM
Saturday
5:30 AM-9 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$45
60 minutes
$60

About William P.

4.6
(46)
Hello and thank you for stopping at my teacher profile. I have been a private music instructor for over ten years and have helped many student achieve their music goals through private instruction and group classes. I have been a musician all my life. I started singing at age three for a school Christmas Play and never stopped. I have been in competitions, participated in musicals and bands, been a paid performer, and even have written and produced my on music program. Currently I am teaching music in my local school district to students in Pre-K through 5th grade. I still perform and am constantly learning new music ideas and concepts. I would love to help you start or continue your music journey! If you have questions, feel free to ask using the "Ask Me A Question" tool. I hope to work with you soon!

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46 Reviews
Ashley
Teacher's studio
William is an amazing teacher to my child, he is very passionate with his work of art, my child has learned how to play Piano, my child has improved so much with William. I'm very satisfied with William he is very passionate, caring, understanding and has a lot of patience. Thank You William!
Posted Jul 20, 2023
Anna
Teacher's studio
Unfortunately, our experience with William was quite disappointing. When the scheduled lesson time arrived, we attempted to join the session, but the screen displayed the message "Class not ready yet." We made repeated attempts to connect for a duration of 18 minutes, both from our browser and mobile, but without success. Finally, after 10 minutes, the session started, but to our dismay, there was no one present. We received a message from the teacher, which was sent 10 minutes prior, stating that the lesson had been canceled by the teacher. It would have been more considerate if he had waited for the additional 5 minutes that we had actually paid for. Instead, he simply left. This experience left my son feeling deeply saddened and disappointed.
Posted May 26, 2023
Grant
Online
Will is an amazing and patient teacher. I've learned a lot, and I've noticed a significant change in my vocal abilities. Lessons with him have always been a highlight of my week.
Posted Aug 23, 2022
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Experience

Long Term Music Substitue

Sep, 2022 - Present

ESS- Waterbury CT

I am a music teacher for my local school district. I am responsible for teaching pre-k through 5th grade music. This includes basic music concepts, beginning vocals, beginning instruments, and simple music history. Engaging students in a fun and informative way that keeps them interested and growing in their music education.

Author

Sep, 2019 - Jul, 2022

Self-employed

As part of the music program I created, I wrote four children's books. "The Music Alphabet", "The Staff", "Treble Clef", and "Bass Clef" are the names of my books and each one teaches a basic music theory concept to children in a way that is easy to understand.

Program Director

Jun, 2018 - Jul, 2022

Self Employed

I created a fun music program that used all kinds of different activities to explain music concepts to children ages 3-12. This included original music, books, crafts, games, and skits. I not only wrote this program myself. but I was able to produce it ad perform it several times before ending the program in the summer of 2022.

Composer/Arranger

Feb, 2017 - Present

Self-Employed

This started as a small hobby to get out some of my creativity. It became a staple of my teaching for quite a while. I arrange music for my students frequently. Many of my compositions and arrangements are aimed at beginner and easy piano, as well as flute. I have arranged several intermediate pieces as well. Currently I am working on writing my first musical!

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May, 2015 - Sep, 2016

George's Music Center

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Voice Teacher

Aug, 2011 - Jan, 2012

The Music Shop

Taught an array of students all ages and skill levels including special needs individuals.

Youth Band Director

Jul, 2011 - Jan, 2012

Cornerstone Church

I taught the teen band how to play as a group. I also taught a little music theory to help them grow as musicians. By assigning homework I was able to help them understand worship in the Bible a little better and why we worship in the church today. By having one on one sessions, I was able to help each person grow individually as well.

Education

General Education Focus Music

Aug, 2005 - May, 2007

Macomb Community College

Bachelor of Performance in Vocal Music Contemporary Studies

Aug, 2007 - May, 2011

Valley Forge Christian College

Languages

Spanish

Limited Proficiency

English

Native Proficiency

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