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Chris
- Rate $55
- Response 3h
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Number of students Chris has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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$55/hr
Contact
1st lesson free
- Piano
- Musical keyboard
- Synthesizer
Playful piano mentor with 6 years of experience in beginner exercises, music games, and simplified classics—ideal for kids starting their musical journey.
- Piano
- Musical keyboard
- Synthesizer
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About Chris
In my 6 years of teaching piano, I’ve worked with more than 150 students ranging from beginners to advanced. I believe great piano instruction blends solid technical foundations with creative exploration. I emphasize finger dexterity, rhythmic precision, and sight-reading skills while encouraging expressive playing through dynamics, phrasing, and tone shaping. Theory and improvisation are woven naturally into lessons to deepen understanding and inspire creativity. I personalize each lesson to align with students’ musical tastes—be it classical, jazz, or contemporary styles—so they stay engaged and motivated. A highlight was helping a student overcome performance anxiety to perform confidently at their first recital, a moment that greatly boosted their self-esteem. I encourage structured practice routines and goal-setting to foster steady progress and ownership of learning. My goal is to help every student find joy and confidence in their musical journey.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Teaching piano isn’t just about notes on a page—it’s about helping students build confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love of music. I believe the best learning happens when students feel safe, respected, and empowered to be themselves.
My teaching style is calm, encouraging, and highly adaptive. I meet students where they are, whether that’s at the very beginning of their musical journey or in the middle of preparing for a challenging performance. I break down technical concepts like phrasing, articulation, pedaling, and hand coordination into manageable steps and use creative strategies to make them stick. I love integrating students’ personal music tastes into lessons, arranging simplified versions of their favorite songs or helping them write their own.
I also emphasize the importance of musical expression—how dynamics, tempo, and tone can turn simple notes into a story. A recent highlight for me was helping a young student with performance anxiety prepare for a school concert. Through role-playing, breathing techniques, and a step-by-step performance plan, they not only played with confidence but walked off the stage smiling. That kind of transformation is why I teach. Piano is more than just an instrument; it’s a tool for self-discovery.
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Rates
Rate
- $55
Pack prices
- 5h: $275
- 10h: $550
online
- $55/h
free lessons
The first lesson with Chris will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
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