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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 Voice Trumpet Trombone Drums Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music Keyboard
My instruction is tailored to the specific musical goals and needs of the individual student, however, a students progression is paced by the individual. A significant aspect of my teaching style is my understanding of the various ways in which people learn and the vast amount of tools I utilize to impart information. The balanced acknowledgement of a students strengths and weakness tends to encourage their desire to progress, while setting attainable goals can motivate that process to result continuously. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Accordion
Igor performed at jazz festivals in Ljubljana, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Csfero, at major jazz clubs in New York including the Jazz Standard, Cornelia Street Cafe, Supper Club, Birdland; and venues all over the world with such jazz legends as Reggie Workman, John Abercrombie, Chico Hamilton. In 2011 I was commissioned to create a piece for a closure of European Capital of Culture. With multimedia artist Zeljka Blaksic he created Resistance of the Earth, which is a multimedia project that combines several artistic genres; from video, performance, 16 mm film to live music. Read More
Instruments: Violin Viola Piano Voice
Hello! My name is Austin and I'm a violinist and violist here in the Long Island, NY area. I recently graduated from The State University of New York at Fredonia with my degree in Viola Performance. My musical career has mostly been focused on playing orchestral and chamber music. I have played in orchestras featuring soloists, Grammy Winning cellist Zuill Bailey and violinist Rachael Lee. My teachers include Principal Violist of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Read More
Instruments: Piano Voice Music
They are equally important. When voice students can sing with good breath support, they can sing any songs they like. I give many good exercises to improve their support without using the voice, so they can do those simple exercises at anytime. Learning singing is the best way to learn about ourselves, because the instrument is inside our bodies. How we feel physically and mentally will show in our singing. Read More
Instruments: Piano
I once was a student and I understand how important it was to find a teacher that can teach what I lacked the most. This is exactly why I do my lessons to be costumed to each and every students! I try to inspire students with what they can accomplish and what they needs to be challenged. Understanding concepts and how to target a goal is very very important. Implementing a methods on how to practice effectively and making sure that students pursue an interest on practicing and reaching for there goal is my style of teaching. Read More
Instruments: Piano
I usually use the Faber, Beyer, or Czerny depend on the student's level. I'd add Hanon, bach 2,3 part invention, Sonatina album, and the list can go on. For Jazz, all I need is manuscript paper and a Jazz Real Book (I'd hand out some exercise notes). For advanced students, I want them to listen to music a lot. Listening to music is very critical, it is just as important as practicing the instrument. Read More
Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar Double Bass Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar
I started teaching private music lessons 10 years ago before I attended college. Throughout college and after, I progressed and improved greatly as a musician, teacher and person. I like teaching people of all ages and backgrounds and feel this mindset in paramount in me improving as an educator and overall communicator. I have experience teaching students from kindergarten to college to grown adults. Teaching a wide range of ages has allowed me to be able to communicate and teach these different generations of students. 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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