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Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Teaching since 2010
Film scoring
Learn piano fast from an expert teacher with 30+ years experience.
I am a responsible, dynamic, fun, and creative teacher, I look for the method that best suits my students, I evaluate individually the techniques that best suit them to learn and I create lesson plans to make the experience of learning to play the piano simple and clear.
Instructor details
Location:
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Tuesday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Wednesday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Thursday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Friday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Saturday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Sunday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
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 Stephen D.
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I am a responsible, dynamic, fun, and creative teacher, I look for the method that best suits my students, I evaluate individually the techniques that best suit them to learn and I create lesson plans to make the experience of learning to play the piano simple and clear. I have developed, created and customized my own personal teaching approach and program, along with some tips and tricks that's been helping my students of all levels achieve their goals at a fast rate. I enjoy teaching and experiencing their improvements from week to week.
Background: I have a Bachelor's Degree in Piano Performance and been performing all styles of music professionally for the past 30 years traveling throughout the world.
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11 Reviews
chris
Student's home
My daughter had the absolute pleasure of taking piano lessons with Stephen, and I couldn't be more impressed with the experience. Stephen is not just a teacher; he's a musical mentor who has made a profound impact on my daughter's musical journey.
From the very first lesson, Stephen's passion for music shone through, captivating my daughter's interest and sparking her enthusiasm for learning. His wealth of knowledge and expertise in piano is truly remarkable, and he has a unique ability to communicate with young learners in a way that is engaging and inspiring.
What truly sets Stephen apart is his genuine care and dedication to his students' progress. He takes the time to understand my daughter's individual learning style, strengths, and areas for growth, and tailors his instruction accordingly. His patient guidance and encouragement have instilled confidence in my daughter, empowering her to tackle new challenges and reach new heights in her piano playing.
Moreover, Stephen's teaching style is dynamic and interactive, making each lesson both fun and educational for my daughter. He creates a supportive learning environment where she feels comfortable expressing herself musically and exploring her creativity.
Beyond his exceptional teaching abilities, Stephen is also a wonderful role model and mentor for my daughter. He leads by example, demonstrating the importance of dedication, perseverance, and passion in pursuing one's musical dreams.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Stephen to any parent seeking piano lessons for their child. His passion for music, expertise in teaching, and genuine care for his students make him an outstanding instructor. My daughter has flourished under his guidance, and I am incredibly grateful for the positive impact he has had on her musical journey.
Posted Apr 4, 2024
Lauren
Teacher's studio
Stephen is an awesome piano tutor! He has been teaching my kids (ages 8 and 7) for a couple of months now and they have improved greatly. Stephen has made piano fun for them again as he is engaging, creative, and knowledgeable. He made my children their own personal piano workbook and even brought over key stickers to help my younger child learn where each note on the piano is! We are grateful to have found him and look forward to learning new songs 🎵 . Thanks Stephen!
Posted Feb 25, 2023
Ashley
Teacher's studio
Stephen has been working with my 13 year old daughter for 3 months. She is very much enjoying her lessons, and she has shown a ton of improvement. He is also helping her learn to read music. Would definitely recommend!
Posted Sep 30, 2021
Experience
Pianist/keyboardist
Sep, 2016 - Present"Sweet Home Alabama" Band
Keyboardist performing with working variety band
Keyboardist
Aug, 2014 - PresentJourney Unlimited
Keyboardist with Journey tribute show
Keyboardist
Apr, 2012 - PresentLegends In Concert
Professional keyboardist with the Las Vegas Production show Legends In Concert
Education
Bachelor Of Music
Aug, 1978 - Jun, 1982Syracuse University
Film scoring
Feb, 2012 - Mar, 2012Long Beach City College
Certifications
Bachelor Of Music
May, 1983Syracuse University
Piano Major
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Instructor details
Location:
Student's Home
Teaching Hours
Monday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Tuesday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Wednesday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Thursday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Friday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Saturday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Sunday
12:30 PM-5:15 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$30
45 minutes
$45
60 minutes
$60
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