Piano Lessons Contra Costa County, CA

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Keyboard

Ive been teaching music since I was a teenager. Ive taught at various music schools in New York and also California. Ive worked with very young beginners as well as seniors who are beginning. Ive worked with people who have all kinds of learning and physical disabilities. I really love teaching (people who want to be taught and who love music). I dont love people who are being forced to take lessons. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Music, Keyboard, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

I started teaching private lessons for piano and electric bass my Junior year of high school, in 2015. I would drive to student's homes and a few students came to my mother's home for sessions. In 2017 I started teaching at a local music studio called Live Music Center. They referred me piano, bass and guitar students. I taught here while attending college at San Francisco State University as a Piano Performance Music BA with concentration in Jazz. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice

For beginning students, I focus on building a solid foundation of vocal technique (including: breath, resonance, posture, register, and diction). We build this foundation through singing pieces that the student is familiar with and lots of vocal exercises. At the same time, I like to introduce basic music theory concepts. I typically start with Alfred's Basic Piano Prep Course Theory. Upon grasping and understanding fundamentals, I will begin to introduce repertoire from different styles of music. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboard

Since 2021, I have been actively involved in teaching practice lessons and classes, which has been an incredibly fulfilling experience. Witnessing the growth and progress of my students brings me immense joy and a deep sense of achievement. My main focus is to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel empowered to explore their musical interests and express themselves freely. Teaching not only allows me to share my knowledge and passion for music, but it also continually enhances my own skills and understanding of different musical styles and techniques. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Clarinet

35 years teaching piano, music arranging, composition, theory, technique, personal expression. Beginning - Intermediate - Advanced. Intructor for Music School of Alameda. Music School at Sherman Clay, Private Music Studio, Music Director, 1st Trinity Lutheran Church Pianist for string orchestra, chamber groups, duos, trios, quartets, quintets. Accompanist for Vocalists, Instrumentalists. Pianist for Jazz Quartet Solo Pianist Classical, Jazz, Contemporary for Private Celebrations, Weddings, Birthdays, Graduations. Read More