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Top NY Piano Professor Serving: Entire State of NY
Top NY Piano Professor Mei Rui, Forest Hills, Long Island, Manhattan NY 11375 United States Tel: 917-330-8518 Fax: Email: mei.rui@aya.yale.edu
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B.A., M.M., D.M.A. from Yale University and Yale School of Music
Internationally award-winning concert pianist. Soloist with major orchestras around the world.
Adjunct Professor at City College of New York. 8 years of teaching experiences.
95% of students excel in ABRSM/NYSSMA exams, including Theory and Aural Training tests.
Specializes in Juilliard/MSM/Mannes entrances auditions. Many students were accepted in the past.
Bi-annual student recitals at major concert venues. Videos from past concerts available upon request.
7'ft concert grand piano in private teaching studio, conveniently located steps away from major subway lines (E/F/R/V). 25min from midtown Manhattan. Will travel to your home in Mahattan, Queens, or on Long Island at a small additional fee.
Please contact me at 917-330-8518 for further inquiries, or to schedule a trial lesson.
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Piano Studio of Chelsea Randall Chelsea Randall, Brooklyn NY 11238 United States Tel: 646-263-3905 Fax: Email: CRPianoStudio@gmail.com
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Learn the art of the classical piano with a Juilliard trained pianist!
All levels/ages welcome.
* Read music quickly and effectively and have fun playing beautiful pieces by the great composers as soon as possible---no gimmicky "method books" will be used.
* Hone your technique while focusing on your musicality, expression, and unique interpretation.
* Compose and notate your own pieces as part of the learning process.
* Listen to classical music with a critical, well trained ear---I will provide you with (free) recordings by the golden age pianists, articles about composers, and we'll discuss!
* Attend optional concert excursions to NY's most famous venues.
* 30, 45, and 60 minute lessons offered. Study in my studio equipped with a Steinway grand, or I will come to you.
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New York - Manhattan / NYC
Madeline Bruser Piano Studio Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Madeline Bruser Piano Studio Madeline Bruser, 801 West End Avenue #1C New York NY 10025 United States Tel: 212-678-9215 Fax: Email: madeline@artofpracticing.com
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Author of the highly acclaimed book The Art of Practicing: A Guide to Making Music from the Heart, pianist Madeline Bruser helps students of all levels transcend their current level of performance by releasing physical and mental tension and unleashing their innate musical talent. Drawing on physiological, meditative, and musical principles, she presents practical techniques for cultivating free and natural movement, heightened sensory awareness, rhythmic vitality, and mental relaxation. She thus guides both aspiring and professional players toward discovering their true virtuosic capabilities and fulfilling their deepest expressive potential.
Ms. Bruser has performed as soloist with the San Francisco and Denver Symphony Orchestras. She has conducted seminars and workshops at the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, the University of Southern California, the Music Academy of the West, the MedArt World Congress on Arts and Medicine, and college music departments and music teachers' organizations throughout the United States and Canada. She also appeared on National Public Radio's "Performance Today" in an interview and piano lesson broadcast in 200 cities.
Ms. Bruser's book, The Art of Practicing: A Guide to Making Music from the Heart has sold over 65,000 copies since its publication in 1997. It was also published in Korean in 2000 and in Chinese in 2005. She has retrained pianists with practice-related injuries since 1985, and from 2001 to 2003 she served on the Committee for Pianists' Wellness for the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy. Her research on the physiological mechanics of piano playing has included interviews with leading arts medicine professionals specializing in physiatrics, physical therapy, and hand therapy, as well as with teachers of the Alexander Technique, Body-Mind Centering, and Laban Movement Analysis.
Ms. Bruser won First Prize in the Denver Symphony North American Young Artists Competition and was a prizewinner in the First National Chopin Competition. She also received the Alfred Hertz Award for Music from the University of California in two consecutive years. She has appeared in recital at Carnegie Recital Hall and at the Phillips Collection in Washington D.C., and has performed on radio in the U.S. and Europe. She studied with Alexander Libermann, Menahem Pressler, Irwin Freundlich, John Crown, Jeanne Stark-Iochmans, and Paul Hersh. Ms. Bruser graduated from the Juilliard School in 1970 and received a Master of Music degree from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music in 1978.
An authorized meditation instructor, Ms. Bruser leads the annual Meditation for Musicians retreat in Vermont a weeklong summer program integrating meditation practice with music workshops applying principles of body mechanics, meditative listening, and relaxation.
Ms. Bruser serves on the Adjunct Piano Faculty at Teachers College, Columbia University. Tel:212-678-9215
Email: madeline@artofpracticing.com
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Suzanne Vendil Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Suzanne Vendil Suzanne Borja, West 71st. St. at the corner of Broadway New York NY 10023 United States Tel: (917) 609-1740 Fax: Email: sbv203@nyu.edu
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I have a Master of Music degree from New York University, where I served as an adjunct faculty member from 2007-2009. I have taught students of all ages for 8 years and I give concerts regularly throughout the city. I have played in various venues including CAMI Hall, The National Arts Club, Tenri Cultural Institute, The Frederick Loewe Theater (NYU), the Black Box Theater (NYU), and Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall.
Although I am a performer, I love to teach and share music with others. I am very articulate and patient, and I can teach students of any level: I will definitely give beginners a solid foundation in all aspects of piano playing, and I can help correct any pianistic problems and further develop more advanced students. I also judge the NYSSMA competition every year and can give kids the preparation they need to achieve a high score. I want to help all my students reach their full potential no matter what age they begin, and I do my best to make learning the piano an enjoyable and worthwhile experience.
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David Jahn Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
David Jahn
884 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn NY 11238 United States Tel: 713-822-6399 Fax: Email: david.a.jahn@gmail.com
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Hello, my name is David Jahn, and I am a pianist based in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.
I graduated from Columbia University in 2008 with a B.A. in Music.
I have considerable experience teaching and playing classical music, and in addition can help beginner and intermediate students with jazz and pop music.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. My rates are extremely reasonable for New York.
Lessons are given out of my studio in Prospect Heights, and I am willing to travel to most parts of Brooklyn and Manhattan for a modest fee.
Call 713-822-6399 or email david.a.jahn@gmail.com to inquire about a free hour-long introductory lesson.
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Sheldon Landa Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Sheldon Landa
East Village NY 10009 United States Tel: 212-979-8523 Fax: Email: taoslider@gmail.com
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Hello. Thanks for having a look at my page. I'm a patient and experienced teacher. Lots of professional credits. Lots of education. I have a console upright acoustic piano in my east village apt where we will have our lessons. Also have a website and online music samples and videos for you to get to know me before deciding to make an appointment.
You are never TOO old to start having some fun with the piano ... And if you had a couple of piano lessons long ago but barely remember anything, that is fine just fine ... I love students like that ... We can easily shine up that dirty diamond ... That distant memory is enough to build the new foundation on ... But this time with your clever adult brain putting the pieces together.
If you had a few lessons years ago and regret never continuing, here is a GREAT opportunity. If you are already advanced on the piano but want to learn to jam and improvise and stretch out your musical vocabulary, then this is a GREAT opportunity. If you have never played piano at all and are curious how to work that magic with your fingers, then this is a GREAT opportunity.
I offer barter opportunities to help make it easier for students to get on that beautiful path of music. I've had very good experiences with this in the past. Bartering can be an excellent way to get started if you are on the fence about moving forward with some lessons. Ultimately the best and most useful barter for me is just cash, but I am very flexible with part cash part barter type of situations. My normal rates are $40/half hour $60/45 minutes and $75/hour. Whatever you offer to barter with should be something of value that you have in abundance that you can trade without straining yourself too much. So both sides feel they are getting fair and good deal.
Studying the piano is one of those multidimensional paths that has incredibly positive effects in more than one direction. The piano is truly a beautiful thing. The whole orchestra at your fingertips. Let's get to work!
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Todd Anderson Piano Studio Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Todd Anderson Piano Studio Todd Anderson, Seaman Avenue New York NY 10034 United States Tel: 212-942-1957 Fax: Email: todd2000@gmail.com
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Todd Anderson is a passionate teacher who has instructed over 1,000 students and is known for his exceptional ability to guide them toward discovering and fulfilling their potential. His approach is holistic, emphasizing relaxation of the mind and body to find a comfortable and enjoyable method of playing. His studio atmosphere encourages meaningful and creative dialogue between teacher and student as a team, which helps students clarify and fulfill their goals.
In addition to the traditional theory and technique curriculum, he includes exercises for mental and physical relaxation and freedom and exercises for developing the student's listening ability. Ultimately, his approach to piano playing has the power to expand the student's sensory perceptions not only at the piano but in everyday life.
Mr. Anderson holds Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees, both in Music Education, and two post-masters graduate certificates. He is fully certified in the Orff-Schulwerk creative approach to music education, which infuses his piano teaching style. He is also certified by the state of New York as a music educator.
Additionally, is authorized to give meditation instruction and has studied the Alexander Technique, and the effect of these practices on piano technique and musicianship. He has published articles in the area of music education in both quantitative and qualitative. He has been a guest speaker in the field of Music Education at several conferences throughout the United States. And his professional experience includes years of working as a musician in religious institutions and public schools, as well as maintaining a private studio.
He invites you to contact him with any questions or inquiries you may have.
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Ross Carnegie Piano Studio Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Ross Carnegie Piano Studio Ross Carnegie, 246 West 137th Street Street Level New York NY 10030 United States Tel: 212-368-0770 Fax: 212-368-9888 Email: rcarnegiem@aol.com
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Attended Toronto Conservatory & Manhattan School of Music.
Teaching modern chord; 9th, 11th, Minor 11th & 13th; special chord-voicing.
Play great standards out of professional 'fake book' at sight.
Singers learn to accompany themselves using special chord voicing.
Graduates of Juilliard attend RCPS for "real world" use of their education.
Focus on education of the left hand.
Special formula for modern chord voicing, intros and endings, plus turnarounds in all 12 keys
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Natalia Huang's Piano Studio Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Natalia Huang's Piano Studio Natalia Huang, Midtown East New York NY 10017 United States Tel: 917-698-1005 Fax: Email: hns4ever@hotmail.com
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Serving: Midtown East
One-on-One Instructions
The most effective learning occurs with individual attention. Lesson lengths are half hour, forty-five minutes, or an hour.
Music Theory
All students are required to learn about music theory as it is part of the lessons. Learning theory can enhance piano playing and help students gain appreciation for music.
Ear-training/Sight-reading
It is critical to train the ears as well as learning how to play at sight. When the student is ready, the teacher will incorporate this part into the lessons.
Music Appreciation
This ties in and solidifies learning acquired during lessons. Students will learn how to listen and appreciate a variety of music during this time.
Workshop/Recitals
Performance workshops are held to provide additional public playing opportunities for students. An annual recital takes place at the end of the school year.
Royal School of Music Exam
Students that are interested in music exams are encouraged to take this exam. The studio maintains a 95% passing rate.
Resourceful Music Library
Massive piano literature/CD is made accessible to students whenever possible.
Supplementary Materials
Additional worksheets/piano music are handed out at NO ADDITIONAL COST! Music games are always enjoyed and loved by everyone!
Computer/Technology games--Not only will you get one on one private piano instruction, but you will learn piano through technology as well!
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Mike Weiser Music Serving: Manhattan / NYC NY
Mike Weiser Music Mike Weiser, 2082 8th Ave #4A New York NY 10026 United States Tel: 646-717-3582 Fax: Email: mikeweiser@mac.com
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I am a professional musician with over 7 years of full-time teaching experience. I've discovered the most important thing is to make piano lessons fun. My experience as an active performer and professional composer for film and media expand the depth and effectiveness of my teaching.
I teach a well-rounded music education program that focuses on reading music, performing, composing, improvisation, and music theory. My students learn to develop a relaxed and natural piano technique - preventing harmful habits or injury.
My student-centered teaching method allows students to play music they like and want to learn while incorporating a solid foundation of classic piano literature. I provide opportunities for parents to be involved in their child's piano lessons by recording and podcasting their weekly progress.
Please contact me to enroll in Fall piano lessons. More information is available on my website:
Here are some quotes from my students and parents:
“You have a true gift in working with children. Your patience, gentle persistence and praise give your students a safe environment to try new things. You have shown Claire that trying something new can be rewarding. As a result she has a new found confidence to experiment with music and try new things in other areas.” - Rusty W.
“BTW, Eli continues to really enjoy piano. There are many times when he'll just sit down to play with no prompting from me... which I value very highly. And I think much of this is a tribute to how enjoyable you make the whole process. So thanks.” - Julie S.
“Mike was creative and energetic and made the learning interesting and fun for our daughter. He is a born teacher -- engaging, excited, interested, and respectful of his students. We have pinched ourselves these last 3 years for finding such a wonderful teacher and person.” - Aimee W.
“You’ve been great for Bella, and we feel quite blessed to have had you for the last two years.” - Renee G. “...we are impressed with how much she has learned and with the fact that she actually likes to sit down and play the piano on her own.” - David B.
“By the way, we love the work Patrick has been doing with you.”
- Tana L.
“Eleanor is very happy with the pieces. She came up and told me about them right away. Thanks for finding a solution that she is content with.” - Missy B.
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David Jahn Serving: Brooklyn / Queens NY
David Jahn
884 Atlantic Avenue Brooklyn NY 11238 United States Tel: 713-822-6399 Fax: Email: david.a.jahn@gmail.com
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Hello, my name is David Jahn, and I am a pianist based in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn.
I graduated from Columbia University in 2008 with a B.A. in Music.
I have considerable experience teaching and playing classical music, and in addition can help beginner and intermediate students with jazz and pop music.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. My rates are extremely reasonable for New York.
Lessons are given out of my studio in Prospect Heights, and I am willing to travel to most parts of Brooklyn and Manhattan for a modest fee.
Call 713-822-6399 or email david.a.jahn@gmail.com to inquire about a free hour-long introductory lesson.
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Brooklyn Piano Lessons Serving: Brooklyn / Queens NY
Brooklyn Piano Lessons Steven Coburn, Ph.D. 254 East 5th Street Brooklyn NY 11218 United States Tel: 718-686-6711 Fax: Email: StevenDCoburn@aol.com
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Are you considering studying piano?
There are lots of teachers out there to choose from, so whether you want lessons for your child or whether you want them for yourself, consider learning from someone who has made a specialty of teaching both children and adults to play piano and read music. I am willing to provide the flexibility busy kids and working adults need: I do not insist on a regular weekly schedule with rigid lesson times, and compared to most other teachers, I am very generous in regard to last-minute cancellations and rescheduling.
As a teacher, I customize each student's course of study to help them achieve their goals as a musician and pianist. I believe that anyone can play the piano well with the right teacher helping them. Actually, most musical concepts are only mysterious or difficult until they are explained properly and practiced.
I will help you learn to play any style you want, but I also provide my students with a comprehensive education in all aspects and styles of music, including basic jazz improvisation skills and music theory.
I am one of the longest established teachers in Brooklyn with over 20 years of experience. I am an active performer, with a local following and reputation as a teacher, pianist and composer. I have a bachelor's degree in music education as well as a master's and Ph.D. degrees in music. And, I am the only fulltime private teacher in Brooklyn with significant college-level teaching experience.
Make an investment in something valuable: yourself.
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Yungling Piano Studio Serving: Brooklyn / Queens NY
Yungling Piano Studio Louis Yungling, 132 Montague Street #4 Brooklyn NY 11201 United States Tel: 917-595-7137 Fax: Email: louis@yunglingpianostudio.com
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Serving: Brooklyn
At Yungling Piano Studio, I offer fun and nurturing piano lessons for children, adults, beginners and experienced. Students start with a trial piano lesson in order to meet me and ask any questions they might have about lessons at Yungling Piano Studio.
The trial lesson is a real piano lesson! Beginners will read music and play the piano in the first 10 minutes. Experienced students will be tested for knowledge and skills to assess readiness to join Yungling Piano Studio.
During a youngster's typical lesson, you can expect note spelling and rhythm games, coloring, clapping, improvising and singing.
All students enjoy lessons filled with sight reading, duet playing, repertoire, theory, ear-training and, if interested, composition. There are 2 recitals per year.
Adults enjoy Adult Master Classes where they can meet other adult piano students and play for and listen to each other. There are snacks, laughs and beautiful music at these events.
Call Louis at 917-595-7137 to schedule your trial lesson or for more information.
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Adam Podd - Park Slope Private Piano Lessons Adam Podd, 190 22nd St. Brooklyn NY 11232 United States Tel: 860-966-2242 Fax: Email: adampodd@gmail.com
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With experience teaching privately to students ages 4 and up, including many adult students, I have continued the musicianship-first teaching philosophy that I was fortunate enough to have been brought up on. While recognizing that not all students who start piano lessons have the intent or interest in becoming concert pianists, my teaching style reaches out to each individual student, with the goal of finding the aspects of music that speak to them and their personal interests. Having performing experience in a variety of mediums and across many genres, has proven very helpful in finding that unique connection that keeps my students not only interested, but enthusiastic about music and the piano.
I am a young, enthusiastic, personable, and down-to-earth pianist and teacher in Brooklyn. Whether you are looking to better yourself in classical, jazz, blues, gospel, pop, all of the above, or something else entirely, send me an email and come by for a completely FREE trial lesson. There's no reason you should feel at risk when trying out a piano teacher. I completely understand and recognize that not all students and teachers are perfect matches for each other. So let's find out how well we work together (for free.)
You can read more about my background, schooling, experience, and what I'm up to now as a full-time working musician in NYC by visiting my webpage www.poddability.com/adam Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have. I am extremely approachable and friendly, and I look forward to your inquiries as you search for the right piano teacher.
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New York - Westchester
Linda Iko Suwabe Piano Studio Serving: Westchester NY
Linda Iko Suwabe Piano Studio Linda Suwabe, Piano instructor/Solfege instructor Tuckahoe NY 10707 United States Tel: Fax: Email: joyfulnoise0806@gmail.com
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Offering private piano lessons, solfege, and ear-training lessons. Teaching in Tuckahoe, NY. $25/30min. $50/1hr. Free sample lesson. Fee applies if teaching at students' residences. 7 years of experience in teaching children and adults. Teaching available in Japanese/English.
Biography
Pianist Linda Iko Suwabe graduated from Biola University in La Mirada, California, where she received her B.M. in Piano Performance. She then moved to New York where she earned her Master of Music in Piano Performance from New York University Steinhardt.
Linda Suwabe has studied under Jennie K. Wong, Dr. Li-Shan Hung, Dr. Philip D. Young, and is currently studying under Dr. Jose Mendez. She has participated in master classes with Miyoko Lotto, Sarah Davis Buechner, Wilem Brons, Ann Schein, Nelita True, and Menachem Pressler.
Linda received a Piano Faculty Scholarship from Biola University, where she was awarded first place and a scholarship in the Piano Department Competition, and she had been bestowed with annual Music Scholarships. She was the winner of Honors Concerto Competition and has performed with the Biola Symphonic Orchestra. She was also the recipient of Richard Joseph Memorial Fund Commendation Award for Young Artists Competition.
Linda Suwabe has been performing publicly since the age of seven, for school and church events, weddings, and funeral services, from the West Coast to the East Coast, and to the Far East in her native country of Japan. Since her move to New York from California, Linda regularly coordinates and performs concerts at the New York Japanese Church in Tuckahoe.
In addition to performing and breaking her head on her music, she enjoys teaching aspiring young pianists in Westchester, where she resides. She happily challenges herself by developing lessons and goals in teaching theory and performance. Although she keeps herself busy with music, Linda also enjoys cooking and discovering various international cuisines, and driving with the windows rolled down on warm Sunday afternoons with her boxer Riki Rippa Ali.
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The Singing Hand Susan Buffington, Chestnut Ridge NY 10977 United States Tel: 845-623-5442 Fax: Email: pianosue@optonline.net
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Serving: Lower Hudson Valley NY
Have you hit a wall in your playing?
Are you experiencing anxiety, stubborn issues, blocks or technical problems that are keeping you from playing at your potential?
Often the solution to musical problems lies within the music itself, and discovering a new way of hearing it, thinking about it, being inside it.
Sometimes the problems are rooted in habits that are hard to work through.
I can guide you to a new relationship and approach to music in general and the piano in particular based on my own experience and research.
If you love music and you love the piano you can reconnect - you can teach your hands to sing.
I am classically trained, but have experience in all genres from salsa to showtunes, and with students of all ages.
I have been mentored by Madeline Bruser, author of The Art of Practicing (see her ad in NYC listings). Serious and motivated beginners are welcome.
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