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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Montclair . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Piano Voice Recorder Conga Latin Percussion Keyboard
I use a Bastein method series as well as Alfred Method series always understood a grading picture from pre A to book H also use technique and theory books to make a well rounded education in understanding and performing on the piano. Hannon as well as some other books would be used. as well as i use bel canto technique for singing which is controlling the vocal cords the alignment and how they work also extensive training on vowel placement and positioning of vocal chords thru singing in particular at the break in vocal range. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar
I'm a pianist and guitarist residing in Brooklyn, NY as an active performer and educator. I graduated from Berklee College of Music with degrees in Professional Music (emphasis in piano performance) and Music Production and Engineering. I began studying piano at a young age, and have since developed a solid foundation in classical, jazz, pop, rock, and folk styles. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
I am a passionate and motivated instructor who loves working with students and sharing my love for music. I teach all levels and ages. I believe music is a gift that once learned can be a lifelong joy. I work closely with my students to allow them to achieve their musical goals and express their creativity through music and song. I have studied and composed music my entire live. When I am not out playing music or teaching I am generally in my studio writing and recording music or practicing. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
I have taken several courses in different music pedagogy and techniques as well as genres of music. Using the knowledge from these courses I have been enabled to form my philosophy of teaching to incorporate different teaching styles to help my students. I feel that the main prupose of these lessons is to aid the students in their needs and wants whether it is understanding certain parts of music theory, techniques, or just understanding the basics with a piece of music. Also, my students feel that they are able to come into a lesson with some ideas about what they want to get out of lesson while including my thoughts on what they need to work on. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Ukulele Double Bass Music Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
My lesson plans are devised around each student's individual goals. Do you have a favorite musician that you want to sound like? Is there an ensemble that you are dying to play in? Through a combination of effective methods and specific structuring to your needs, I can help you achieve those goals! For double bass, I find F. Simandl's "New Method for the Double Bass" and "30 Etudes for the String Bass" to be extremely useful. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar
My method is unique in that I get students to improvise and compose their own music right away. I do this using the latest musicological research on partimento, an Italian method from the classical period which has been demonstrated to get students as young as 6 years old to improvise sonatas at the piano. This is how Mozart and Beethoven became child prodigies, and I believe that teachers should get back to teaching their students this way! Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Ukulele Music Acoustic Guitar
Although I did go around touring for those years I would sporadically teach. After I stopped touring I started working in a music school teaching full time. Later on I started my education in education and started learning about what actually prevent a person from being able to learn. From learning about this I started to develop a new way of teaching which is far more effective than the way I was teaching before which even though there was nothing wrong with it. Read More
Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
I decided to become a musician in high school. Yes it was gradual decision for me. A lot was involved into it. But i like my choice.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Probably some average job. I always work hard no matter what i do. I encourage my students to do the same to get the meaning of it.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Classical style is my favorite. Because it has a rich variety and a lot of space to explore. And i share this space with my students too.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
I play only keyboard instrument. I decided to stay with keyboards. Whether its electrical or real piano. I had enough work with it to develop myself. Now i teach and develop others.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
My family members are in Russia and they are not very much into music. My mother knows some basics of the piano and my dad plays guitar a little.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
My drean piece is Alkan ouverture. Because its melodic, romantic, hard to play. I like challenging pieces . Hopefully in the future i will achieve it. I also can teach it.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
Mine is performance and i was taught to teach too. I chose it because i wanted to apply my skills and practice. And i think it worked.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
My practice is to be masterclass pianist. Students dont have to do it if they dont want. I play scales 100s of times daily and when i m not playing i listen to piano music to keep my mind with piano continiously.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I use russian method of teaching approach. Then we begin to study Hannon virtuoso pianist book. I studied it myself when i was a student . I still use it for my practises.
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
The hardest will be left hand passages. Relationship between mind and feel for the hand. It will be accomplished with time. Its a gradual process. I think piano is longest instrument to learn.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
We studied to know and to learn. We didnt focuse on winning. They succeeded by practicing hard, following instructions, picking up their own way. My success came through enormous hard work.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Immense practice achievements, strohg opera knowledge, biigraphies of composets, feeling for each piece, love to play and to listen. Proud of my memory to remember thoudands of pages of music.
When will I start to see results?
After every practice. Like me every day. I practice all the time and still improving. To feel piano better, to listen to hear new varieties of sound.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
Yes my last teacher from princeton. He showed me new ways to play. Still following rules and classical traditions. After i practiced hundreds of hours i decided to continue to this day!
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
Piano and music education was the only talent and passion i had for. It just came naturally. I played since kindergarten. Now i perform often and have a lot of students to teach.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Follow instructions closely. Always communicate with teacher. Love what you do. Understand the importance of it. I study 12 hours a day 6 days a week. I m willing to put my progress in my students.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
At 4 years old is normal to start. But you can start anytime. Its never too late. Discuss with your kid that it could be hard sometimes. Piano is the hardest instrument of all. But together we will get it!
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