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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in NYC, New York . 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 Clarinet
I like to teach from an understanding that depth is more important than scope, meaning thoroughly practicing a single piece of music is more effective than skimming over many things at once. This allows more mindful practicing and mastery. It also allows me to find my students' most effective learning methods and cater to their specific learning needs. I like to make goals for my student using this way of practicing. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin Viola
I have been teaching for close to 30 years and enjoy the challenge of working with students of all ages, levels, strengths, and styles. I have taught violin, music theory, chamber music, and repertoire throughout my career. Previous faculty positions include San Jose String Academy, Sierra Music Academy, Texas Christian University Preparatory Division Extended Education, and New Jersey Music School. As a chamber musician, I served for four years as first violinist of the Greystone String Quartet and collaborated with Anna Kruger, founding violist of the Lark Quartet. Read More
Instruments: Piano Violin Viola Music
Welcome to my Musika Profile. My name is Tina, and I have been in the music industry for over 25 years. My education background includes the Juilliard School and Manhattan School of Music in New York City. I perform regularly in venues like Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall in New York, and have worked with artists from all different genres namely Yo-Yo Ma, Joshua Bell, Esperanza Spalding, John Legend, Patti LaBelle. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet
I've worked in many different fields around music education, enabling me to have a broad range of experiences and an ability to adapt to any situation. As a music instructor, I've taught 1-on-1 private lessons, and I've also worked at several summer camps including the Florida State University Jazz Camp, where I was the musical assistant to professor Bill Kennedy, and at Long Lake Camp For The Arts, where I served as the head of the music department. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Orchestral Percussion
I focus on nurturing a students natural curiosity, while helping them find the tools to pursue their own musical interests. Many of my younger students prefer to use technology to connect with music (learning how songs are recorded, and the theory behind songwriting), but I also work with more serious students to prepare for college auditions, state/regional jazz band, etc. My methods differ depending on a student's own goals, but they generally all will start with a technical exercise, an exercise designed to get the student thinking critically, and an application of the concepts we're learning. Read More
Instruments: Piano Organ Keyboard
I have been teaching for over thirty years. I have enjoyed every minute of it. I feel very fortunate to have a job that really doesn't feel like work because I enjoy it so much. I have taught in many music stores over the years. I have taught group classes as well as private lessons. I have put on recitals for my students. When I teach a student I teach a little differently for every student because every student is different and everyone has a different ability. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice
Hi! I am a voice and piano teacher. I am originally from CA and moved to NY to complete my degree in music education at Hofstra University. After I graduated, I stayed to complete my masters degree at Teachers College, Columbia University. My primary instrument is voice, secondary piano. I sing with the Astoria Symphonic Choir and occasionally perform new music. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Ukulele Music Keyboard Acoustic Guitar
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
A child is better able to learn piano more quickly if they can read and differentiate between left and right hands. Also, if they can read numbers and assign them to their appropriate fingers. Of course, a child who expresses an interest in playing the piano can be of any age since there is no black and white for every student.
Children who are interested in the guitar need to be strong enough to hold the instrument (using the proper size guitar). They need to know their alphabet, A-G.
Voice students should be over the age of 8.
When did you decide to become a professional musician? Was it a gradual decision or was there a defining moment for you?
There was no exact time for this decision. It is a part of who I am.
If you play more than one instrument, how did you decide to start playing the second? (Or 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc)!
Decided to learn guitar in order to play wherever I went.
Does music run in your family? Tell us a little about your musical family members.
Music runs in my family, but not in my immediate family. Grandparents and ancestors before them.
If you weren't a musician what do you think you'd be doing instead?
Counseling people with daily struggles using tools, such as music, art and writing.
What does a normal practice session look like for you?
15-20 minutes daily, playing a piece multiple times and repeating difficult passages to reinforce muscle memory.
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
Seeing the successes of my students as they strive to be a better player.
What is your dream piece to perform and why?
Claire de Lune....most difficult and most beautifully expressive.
If you have a Music Degree, what is it in (Performance, Education, Musicology, Theory, Composition, etc) and why did you choose that degree?
Performance.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Effective practicing includes daily playing for between 15 and 30 minutes at a time. A time slot set aside for practicing is a big help in keeping a student on track and moving forward with their skills. Daily scale playing (for piano and guitar), along with Hanon exercises (or equivalent) is a must. Voice students need to practice good breathing morning and evening.
Repetitive playing of difficult parts of a piece is very important to reinforce the muscle memory and hone one's skills.
There should not be interruptions of any kind, phones especially, since since this practice time is essential to
What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
Piano playing with both hands and reading music. For guitar, finger strength and coordination.
Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I am a fan of the Alfred piano series for both adults and children. They are easy on the eye, easy to understand and demonstrate new techniques through music pieces and repetition. They strive to ensure early success in a student and make the new information much easier to understand through playing.
For beginner guitar students, I prefer the Hal Leonard Books 1 through 3. They cover note reading, chord construction, strum patterns, finger style picking, barre chords and even power chords. I am also glad that tablature is introduced.
Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
One student went on to American Idol for auditioning.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
I love the sound and feel of the piano keys and I love the sound feel of the guitar strings, as well.
When will I start to see results?
The more often you practice, the sooner you will see improvement.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
My first piano teacher.
What is your favorite style/genre of music to play and why?
Blues and jazz are my favorites, with classical running a close third. Expressive and fun...telling a story through music.
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