Piano Lessons in Norcross, GA

Instruments: Piano

When it comes to teaching style, Mr. Alben focuses on building a strong technical and theoretical basis, providing the student with a road map to navigate the greater world of music. He believes in providing the tools necessary in order to facilitate the exploration in their own musical language. Therefore, though the technical and theoretical foundation is rooted in the Western Classical traditions, he encourages the exploration in other musical traditions and genres (including popular ones), especially if the student has a desire to do so. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Each students needs a different approach. Some understand things differently than others, and its the teachers responsibility to analyze and exploit the best approach in order to achieve success. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Ukulele Recorder Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

All methods are relative and based on the student. However, certain ages and ages require a general foundation of basic fundamentals. Guitar: Mel bay basic guitar method 1, to more advanced etudes and transcriptions of chord melodies, etc Piano: based on level, children’s books to advanced repertoire for adults Woodwinds: essential elements or more advanced etude books (rhubank- ferling studies-karg Communication of goals and a realistic approach to those goals will guide our curriculum and change from student to student based on level and available time, etc. Read More

Instruments: Piano

For beginning students who are children, I typically start with a select list of guided lesson books (depending on skill level and musical interests). Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Bass Guitar Mandolin

Watching a student develop a true love and passion for music is the driving force behind my desire to teach. Being a great teacher is about understanding that every student is different and the pace in which they progress and learn is completely unique. Attainable and tangible goals are what I am all about and that is what I design my lesson plan to accomplish. We will make a list of objectives and inspirations at our first lesson. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Bass Guitar

All guitar books by Vince Bredice Pub. Mel Bay (beginner to advanced) All guitar books by William Leavit Pub. Berklee Press (beginner to advanced) All guitar books by Mick Goodrick Pub. Hal Leonard (advanced) Beginner guitar books by Pub. Alfred and Hal Leonard Read More

Instruments: Piano Music Keyboard

Hello! Ive been teaching piano for over 25 years. Genres are classical first, then jazz and r&b. Ive studied with teachers both from philly and florida from the best of the best. Ive played in the FAMU marching 100, FAMU jazz band, Concert Band, Collegiate Band, and sports games pep band. I also played in a rock band for gigs on the side. Now i love passing the torch, and teaching students what my teachers have taught me. Read More