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Featured Piano Teachers Near Joliet, IL

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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Piano lessons in Joliet . 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!

Grant E

Instruments: Piano Cello Music

For beginners, introductory lesson books are very helpful for teaching the fundamentals of reading and playing music. I take a split approach with students working on basics such as scales/arpeggios along with repertoire so students can develop multiple skills at one time. I approach technique for both cello and piano as the art of releasing tension in the body while achieving the desired sound of the instrument. The goal is to play efficiently and relaxed, as this is the most productive and safe way to make music. Read More

Gabriel A

Instruments: Piano Drums Bass Guitar Organ

Hi I’m Gabriel, and I’m a self taught full time musician. I picked up my first instrument at age 9 and began playing professionally at age 12. In 2016 I graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a bachelors of arts degree in instrumental performance. Since I began my professional career I’ve played for a wide range of local, national and international artists. My love for playing music is unexplainable and my love for helping others achieve their musical goals is just as satisfying. Read More

Markeise R

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium Music Keyboard

I've taught private lessons to students of all ages for the last 10+ years. Additionally, I have taught at the middle school and high school levels. I've taught instrumental, vocal, and general music. I enjoy watching students progress in their studies. Most importantly, I enjoy watching students reflect upon their growth musically. I consider music to be a very important investment in a child's future. Many parents do not know that their children can earn college scholarship dollars for playing an instrument well. Read More

Peter B

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Violin Cello Viola Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Bass Guitar Ukulele Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba Electric Guitar Djembe

I developed my skills as a result of my upbringing. My mother was a teacher who specialized in encouraging me to live up to my most cherished dreams. Music was a good enough fit for me that I studied, performed, and taught for many years. Now, after fifteen years, I seek to go back to teaching private lessons - which will work better with a more seasoned perspective. No matter what else you want out of life, you chose music. Read More

Mary L

Instruments: Piano Voice Organ Synthesizer Keyboard

I combine the technique, expression, and performance practices from my teaching line of musical masters with more modern teaching methods to give students a well-rounded music education. I cater each lesson to the individual needs and interests of the student, while giving them a strong technical foundation and fostering their love of music. I use scales, arpeggios, and other methods to help build technique. I also want the student to enjoy what they are performing, so I often ask the student if there are pieces they would like to learn and do my best to find an arrangement suitable to their level of difficulty. Read More

Farobag Homi C

Instruments: Piano Voice Violin Cello Viola Music Keyboard

Suzuki instructional books and supplemented by traditional methodology for reading the various clefs: treble, alto, tenor, and bass. In addition, historical and theoretical subjects are introduced appropriately to keep the student engaged no matter their current abilities. We also have at least two public performances a year at a venue which has a high quality grand piano so the students can get used to the notion that every piano will be different and performing scales before playing their chosen repertoire will help them immensely. Read More

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Jennifer R

Instruments: Piano

Do you use specific teaching methods or books? (Ex: Alfred, Bastion, Suzuki, Hal Leonard) Why did you choose them if you did?
I do use specific teaching books. When I started teaching piano I went with the books I used, the Alfred or Bastion book; they are good books I played from until high school. When I was in college, the music and piano teachers suggested looking at others books; other piano teachers preferred the Faber books because they had more challenging content and they're students were learned more and progressed at a faster pace with the Faber books more than students using the other books. Once I started using the Faber books I found this to be true.

What does a normal practice session look like for you?
When I practice I have to be relaxed and calm. My hands and arms get tense when I have to play certain chords. After being relaxed, I start with a piece I like whether it is easy or a harder in difficulty. I go through the sections of the piece that I know I have problems and practice those parts. I use the method of practice small parts before playing the whole piece through. I take the repeats (if there are any). In between pieces I do technique. The scales, arpeggios, chord progressions are essential to practicing more important than learning the pieces. Then I go back to play other pieces, some that are not classical and more popular/fun (like Disney or Star Wars).

What do you think is the hardest thing to master on your instrument?
I've found when teaching is some things that are hard for me are easier for others. Students vary. Some like the challenges with playing a harder song and are excited when the accomplish the song. Others struggle with different things (chords or playing legato/staccato) and are just happy to get to the next song. When beginning piano some tough things to master are learning things like bass clef notes and playing hands together. But as they progress through the books and more challenging pieces the harder parts are keeping the same tempo throughout the piece, the scales and chords, changing hand positions/key changes.

Have any of your students won awards or been selected for special honors? How have they succeeded?
I currently only have four students. I have had up to six students at one time. But none of my students have won awards or been selected for special honors that I know of. They have performed for the two recitals that I had at my house. They all performed exceptionally well in front of their families, even though they were a little bit nervous. I do not know if they will continue for a future career with music or piano or if they are just continue to play for enjoyment and fun. I would definitely encourage my students to enter a competition at school.

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