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Featured Piano Teachers Near Phoenix, AZ

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

Robert F

Instruments: Piano Organ Synthesizer

For beginning students, I prefer the Alfred Piano Method, in my opinion, it's a very thorough course, and offers many benefits for the beginning student. for my intermediate and advanced students, I use a variety of teaching materials, depending on the style of muisc I'm teaching, inciluding music books, videos, and audio recordings. I try to find out what my students are interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter what their ability level is. Read More

Gerry D

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Harmonica Lap Steel Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Conga Latin Percussion

I write all my own lesson materials focusing on what the student needs to know to play, understand, and enjoy music to achieve their goals. I have used several method books in the past but find them all limited or focused on styles or technique that is not what the student wants or needs to learn. I can teach from any established method if that is preferred, but instead enjoy challenging the student to understand what music is and how music is played on their chosen instrument, not just to read. Read More

Christian R

Instruments: Piano Guitar Drums Bass Guitar Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I started teaching when I first got my drivers license in order to maintain an income that was related to music. I quickly learned that I was quite decent at explaining concepts and connecting with students on different levels. When I was 19 I started working at the School Of Rock where I taught group classes, 1 on 1, and helped put shows on based on curriculum that I was given by the school. Read More

Orlando M

Instruments: Piano Violin

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace with the encouragement of the teacher to encourage their musical goals with a consistent desire to progress. No two teachers teach in the same way, just as no two students will learn in the same way. A teachers style is based on their educational philosophy. Read More

Kia P

Instruments: Piano Voice

I studied dance at the age of 6. My mom bought a piano for herself to learn to play. I would go to the piano and try to make up songs that I could dance to, which then lead me to take piano lessons for 15 years. Committment, joy, and passion are the keys to learning and growing as a music student. I enjoy teaching all styles, as well having students learn to arrange and express their own style within the piece they are learning. Read More

Lori W

Instruments: Piano Voice Music Keyboard

I have taught in the Mesa Public School District as an Accompanist/Vocal Coach since 1996. I currently work at Mountain View High School and teach Extensive Sight-reading, Vocal Training and Accompany all eight choirs on the piano/keyboard. I am also on staff as a Music Literacy Instructor/Accompanist for the Phoenix Children's Chorus since 1996 and have had the opportunity to direct and accompany our choirs on 21 tours to date within the US and Internationally. Read More

Teacher In Spotlight

Barbara S

Instruments: Piano Music

What does a normal practice session look like for you?
My practice session encompasses several parts. I always begin with technical exercises, like scales, arpeggios and octave study. I use Hanon and sometimes finger exercises. I vary them so I don't work on each one daily. After my muscles are warmed up I work on the individual compositions. My programs always consist of a selection of different composers from many classical through modern periods and styles. I choose to focus on a particular section. My practice involves separate hands, different tempi and dynamics.

Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I have had several piano and general music teachers in both private and school setting study. Not one teacher inspired me to major in music. Each had a different specialty and style of teaching. In my early years, my teacher held group recitals. I loved the excitement of performing and it was fun to be in the spotlight. In high school I had taken AP courses and liked learning theory. In college I was taught by professional artists who were outstanding as performers and composers. I remember fondly when Arthur Rubinstein gave a Master Class.

What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
The best results are achieved with daily practice. It is sometimes hard to find the time to practice every day. But instead of skipping a day, establish a shorter period of practice. To be efficient, ask yourself, "What do I need to focus on today?" Maybe it is a section of a piece, or a technique that is new. Practicing can also be hearing the piece played. Youtube is a good helper. In addition, a lot can be gained by getting another person to listen. This suggestion can be used for both beginner, intermediate and advanced students.

How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
Some children will ask for lessons because a friend of theirs is already learning. In general, it is a good indication if your child is ready to start lessons if they show an interest in music. I have seen that all children gravitate to the music instruments they see in schools and special museums. Children just love to touch instruments and hear different sounds. They are naturally curious about creating different sounds. If you have ever gone to a house that has an instrument, see how they flock to it!

When will I start to see results?
Results take the shape in many different ways: For the Parent of a child: - seeing the continued interest in the child - the student showing "off" by playing for friends and family - the child telling the parent that they are having fun! - the child's academic subjects in school show improvement For the student: - being able to read music - being able to play a song - being able to follow a piece of music while hearing it - being able to sight read - being able to perform either solo or with other musicians

Lessons in Your Home

Music lessons in your home offer a convenient option to learn music! Most of our students request in-home lessons for this reason. As long as you have a piano or keyboard in your home, then you should be all set to start your lessons! Children who have never played an instrument before may feel more comfortable studying in their own home, as it may be less intimidating than going somewhere else. In-home lessons also decrease the time and gas money spent traveling to a different location.

What is Taught

Whether you have an interest in learning to play contemporary, jazz, blues, or classical piano, piano teachers in the Musika network can help develop your playing through one-on-one lessons. Throughout your piano lessons, you will cover a wide range of skills ranging from basic playing, to music theory, all the way through more advanced piano study. For those just starting out, the essential elements of piano such as hand position and fingering technique are generally taught before moving on and applying these skills to playing major and minor scales and simple songs using one hand. Students then typically progress to learning chords, such as major chords, and start to put these into practice by learning simple songs. Lessons may also cover the theory side of piano, such as reading music, sight reading, and chord charts. Experienced players can work on certain aspects of their playing, such as improvisational skills, genre-specific playing such as jazz, or developing their repertoire.

Adult Piano Lessons

Adults take up piano lessons for a number of different reasons. Some people want to reintroduce themselves to the instrument having once played it in the past, while others are looking for a new hobby or just to learn a new skill for fun! Whatever the reason, there are major benefits to learning the piano during adulthood. Learning piano technique can help retain fine motor skills and co-ordination, it can keep the mind sharp due to the complex thought processes, and has shown to be good for preserving your hearing. Learning to play the piano can also be therapeutic, and is a great stress reliever.

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Piano Lessons in Phoenix, AZ

Featured Piano Teachers Near Phoenix, AZ

4339 5 STAR Musika Reviews

Robert F

Gerry D

Christian R

Orlando M

Kia P

Lori W

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Barbara S

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