Piano Lessons New York

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Flute, Music, Keyboard, Acoustic Guitar

Nothing is more important to me than seeing my students enjoy the time they dedicate to taking lessons and learning an instrument. All too often students take lessons out of obligation and ultimately dread their lesson time every week! The last thing I would ever want my students to feel is pressured. I want my students to feel excited about what they are pursuing, and hopefully I can add to that excitement by fostering a positive atmosphere during lessons. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar

Trifon was born in Pleven, Bulgaria. He graduated from the National Academy of Music in Sofia, Bulgaria in 2002. As a student he performed for local and international jazz festivals, jazz clubs, recorded for the Bulgarian National Radio and Television. While studying in Frankfurt, Germany between 2002 and 2004, he was a member of a trio opening jam sessions every Wednesday in the world famous Jazz Keller. Trifon moved to New York in 2004 and graduated from the Brooklyn-Queens Conservatory of Music. Read More

Instruments: Piano

Although I will use several materials, depending on the learning style of each individual, I often use the Piano Adventures and Hal Leonard series of books. I have found these methods to be successful in teaching music reading, proper technique, and musical expression. All of these things being said, the most important thing when learning how to play an instrument is having a love of music. My first priority is always to develop a good rapport so the individual I am working will feel comfortable to learn and make mistakes. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Recorder, Double Bass, Music

For beginning woodwind students, I have had success using the Rubank method books as a starter. Alongside a method book, I like to work on material chosen by the student, as well as my own supplemntal exercises. It is important for the student to understand the musical concepts associated with the repertoire, as well as focusing on performing well. I also prefer to have my students keep a practice log book, in order to track their progress. For piano and music theory, I like to use the John Thompson method for beginner students, and the Bastien Piano Literature series for more advanced students. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Keyboard

For beginning students, I'd introduce the mechanism of the piano to them to help better understand how the sound is produced through striking the keys. I will also start with technique-building books such as Hanon, Czerny, as well as some easy beginner repertoire for them to learn. for intermediates to advanced level students, I would provide them with a more sophisticated list of repertoires, or any pieces they wish to learn! Read More