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Piano with Rachel P.

Washington, District of Columbia

4.7
(56)
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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2001
Dual Degree in Vocal Performance & Arranging

    Learn piano & general musicianship with private lessons from a pro!

    I use the Faber method books for children including the Lesson, Theory & Performance books which all work together to introduce and reinforce musical concepts. I follow the student's interest is specific genres of classical, jazz, blues or pop and add pieces from those genres that students will find interesting and exciting. For teens & adults, I generally use an all-in-one method book and then allow students to choose what pieces they'd like to work on, or suggest pieces based on the style of music that student prefers

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Teaches Online
    Teaches Online

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    2 PM-3 PM
    Tuesday
    2:15 PM-2:45 PM
    Wednesday
    2 PM-3:30 PM
    Thursday
    2 PM-3 PM
    Friday
    2:15 PM-3:15 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $45
    45 minutes
    $60
    60 minutes
    $75

    About Rachel P.

    4.7
    (56)
    UPDATED AVAILABILITY: April 15th, 2024 I have over 20 years of teaching experience and feel MORE excited about music & music education than ever! I'm a Duke Ellington & Berklee College of Music graduate and I integrate many genres of music into lessons from Classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B to Gospel and traditional church music. I love helping students meet and surpass their goals and have worked with many students for several years which enables us to see and celebrate their growth! UPDATED AVAILABILITY April 15, 2024 Home Studio & Online Openings for 30, 45 and 60 minute lessons as follows: Mondays: 5-6pm Tuesdays: 5:15-5:45pm Wednesdays: 5-6:30pm Thursdays: 5-6pm Fridays: 5:15-6:15pm NOTE: Home studio students have the option of doing online lessons as needed because of work, travel, illness, etc.
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    56 Reviews
    endy
    Teacher's studio
    I had my first lesson with Ms. Rachel. I look forward to continuing lessons with her. She was very patient and knew how to take things slowly with someone very basic with the subject matter.
    Posted Feb 6, 2024
    endy
    Teacher's studio
    I had my first lesson with Ms. Rachel. I look forward to continuing lessons with her. She was very patient and knew how to take things slowly with someone very basic with the subject matter.
    Posted Feb 6, 2024
    Antoinette
    Teacher's studio
    She’s very kind and encouraging…
    Posted Oct 4, 2023
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    Experience

    Piano Instructor & Vocal Coach

    Sep, 2015 - Present

    Take Lessons

    Voice & Piano Instructor

    Mar, 2015 - Aug, 2016

    Bach to Rock

    Private & group classes plus Glee Club camp classes

    Lead Vocalist

    Jan, 2013 - Aug, 2016

    Luther Place Memorial Church

    Resident Teaching Artist

    Oct, 2010 - May, 2019

    Wolftrap Educational Foundation

    Arts integration specialist in DC schools, using music, dance and drama to accomplish overall curriculum goals in early childhood settings.

    Creative Movement/Dance Teacher

    Jun, 2009 - Aug, 2019

    Levine School of Music

    Creative Movement/Dance Teacher for Levine School of Music summer arts intensive for children ages 5-13. Special emphasis within classes to build musicianship while exposing the children to jazz, modern and interpretive movement styles. Children also have the opportunity to work on their on choreography. This culminates into four camp-wide performances.

    Education

    Musical Theater

    Sep, 1985 - Jun, 1989

    Duke Ellington School for the Arts

    Dual Degree in Vocal Performance & Arranging

    Jan, 1992 - Jun, 1997

    Berklee College of Music

    Certifications

    Common Core: Unwrapping the Standards

    Sep, 2013

    Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation

    Using common principles inherent within academics and the performing arts, as a lesson planning tool within common core learning environments and real time in the classroom and one on one with students.

    Washington Music Teacher's Associaton

    Aug, 2018

    WMTA (Affiliate of MTNA)

    Washington Music Teachers Association is prominent association of independent music teachers from the District of Columbia, Northern Virginia and Suburban Maryland in the pursuit of the highest standards in music instruction. WMTA offers an outstanding range of student performance opportunities including competitions, recitals and festivals. Members also enjoy excellent opportunities for professional development through various activities available to them and their students.

    Music Teacher's National Association

    Aug, 2018

    MTNA

    MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers. The numerous programs offered by MTNA encompass an array of choices as diverse as the people who participate, prepare and attend them—from educational programming, festivals and forums to advocacy, conferences and competitions. And all have been specifically designed to engage music teachers of all levels with the resources needed to advance their careers.

    Imagination Lab

    Jun, 2014

    Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap

    Gathering of teaching artists for Wolftrap in the DC/MD/VA areas, to research imagination in young children and write the foundation's mission statement as it pertains to imagination in action.

    Engineering/Science Institute (Arts Integration)

    May, 2014

    Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation

    Using music, dance and drama to teach engineering "habits of mind" and basic science principles.

    Imagine That! Storytelling & Puppetry

    Mar, 2014

    Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation

    Bringing STEM subjects to life using story telling techniques and basic puppetry for interactive learning.

    Music, Math & Movies!

    Dec, 2013

    Early Learning Through the Arts, Wolftrap Foundation

    Using "Let's make a movie!" as a model within the classroom wherein children are the directors, the actors, and sometimes the scenery, acting out fiction and nonfiction scenarios. Develops recall, teamwork, attention span, and of course sparks creativity, imagination and makes learning FUN!

    Awards

    6 Top Ten Club Charting Singles (From 2005-2009)

    Nov, 2005

    Billboard Magazine

    Steinbruck Award

    Mar, 2014

    N St. Village

    Affiliations

    American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers

    Aug, 1990

    The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) is a membership association of more than 480,000 US composers, songwriters, lyricists and music publishers. The ASCAP is committed to nurturing music makers throughout their careers.

    Music Teachers National Association

    Aug, 2018

    The MTNA was founded in 1876 with the goal of advancing the value of music study and music-making to society while supporting the careers and professionalism of teachers of music. With nearly 22,000 members in 50 states—and more than 500 local affiliates—the MTNA is the preeminent source for music teacher support, where members embody like-minded values and commitment to their students, colleagues and society as a whole, while reaping the rewards of collaboration, continuity and connection throughout the lifetime of their careers.

    Broadcast Music Inc.

    Mar, 2004

    One of three United States performing rights organizations, along with ASCAP and SESAC. It collects license fees on behalf of songwriters, composers, and music publishers and distributes them as royalties to those members whose works have been performed. In FY 2013, BMI collected more than $944 million in licensing fees and distributed $814 million in royalties.

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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