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Master in Piano Pedagogy with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience
Steve C.

113 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $55
Response time: 4 hours

About Steve


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As a classically trained pianist with over 10 years of teaching experience, I work with students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. My 22 years of musical study and performance have culminated in numerous awards from competitions and festivals, and a Master of Arts in Piano Pedagogy from California State University, Fullerton. I actively perform as a pianist and accompanist, preparing students for music certificates and accompanying children's choirs. I am currently...

As a classically trained pianist with over 10 years of teaching experience, I work with students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. My 22 years of musical study and performance have culminated in numerous awards from competitions and festivals, and a Master of Arts in Piano Pedagogy from California State University, Fullerton. I actively perform as a pianist and accompanist, preparing students for music certificates and accompanying children's choirs. I am currently serving as a board member of the Diamond Bar branch of MTAC. My students have successfully completed all levels of the Certificate of Merit program, and several have also earned awards at regional piano festivals. My expertise lies in identifying individual student strengths and weaknesses to foster the development of technical and musical skills. My mission is to cultivate students' musical abilities and help them to achieve their goals.


Education

California State University, Fullerton
Master of Arts in Piano Pedagogy
  • Licensed teacher

Additional Languages

Mandarin Chinese

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $55
  • Rate details: Cancellations and reschedules to lesson time with less than 24 hour notice are subject to the full cost of the lesson. No show will be charged the full cost of the lesson after 15 minutes.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Music Theory

Music Theory

I help students to learn music theory specifically for music exams such as MTAC certificate of merits or ABRSM. Theory lessons focus on rhythm, note, interval, chord identification, music terms, forms, symbols and music analysis utilizing Roman numerals.
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Piano

As a classically trained pianist with over 10 years of teaching experience, I work with students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. I hold a Master of Arts in Piano Pedagogy from California State University, Fullerton. I regularly prepare my students for piano exams such as MTAC Certificate of Merit or ABRSM, piano recitals and music competitions. My piano lessons are customized to each student's needs and personality, focusing on technique, music theory, repertoire, sight-reading, and ear training. I actively perform as a pianist and accompanist for soloist, and accompanying children's choirs. My expertise lies in identifying individual student strengths and weaknesses to foster the development of technical and musical skills. My mission is to cultivate students' musical abilities and help them to achieve their goals.
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A teacher who not only excels in classical piano, but also teaches the techniques that will carry you throughout your musical journey

If you’re looking for a teacher who not only excels in classical piano, but also teaches the techniques that will carry you throughout your musical journey, I highly recommend booking a lesson with Steve. As a college music major and music administrator, I can confidently say that Steve is an exceptional piano teacher. He is truly top of the line with a very profound understanding of classical piano, and a meticulous approach to teaching that is the proper way to build a pianist to becoming an exceptional player. Steve emphasizes foundational skills from the very first lesson, ensuring students build strong technical proficiency. Whether it’s finger placement, posture, etc. you rarely find teachers that will pay this much attention to this level of technique. Steve is very kind, patient, encouraging, and tailors his teaching to each student's individual and personal learning pace, making sure I never felt overwhelmed while still challenging me to improve. Highly recommended, will be re-booking, and taking regular lessons.

A., 33 lessons with Steve

Engaging, classically, trained, and encouraging

We've been so happy with Steve as our Piano Teacher for our nine-year-old and six year-old. He is patient, encouraging and clearly classically trained, which shows in the solid foundation. Our kids have built in just a short time their skills and confidence have noticeably advanced. He has a wonderful way of keeping lessons, engaging well still challenging them to improve. We're grateful to have found such a skilled and caring teacher.

Jerry, 17 lessons with Steve

Very professional teacher!

Steve is very professional. Blake is engaged with the lesson and showed great interest. We had a great first lesson. 👍👍😊😊

Jennifer, 1 lesson with Steve

Great teacher

Helped me with my college homework. He made sure I understood the assignment. Thank you anybody needs some help go ahead and schedule him.

Steven, 4 lessons with Steve

Great Tutor

He was on time and I did not have any issues. He broke down my homework assignment throughly for me. Great tutor

Steven, 4 lessons with Steve
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