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Matthew V.

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My journey with music began at the age of four, when I started classical piano training and began developing what would later be recognized as perfect pitch and photographic memory. These gifts allowed me to internalize and interpret music on a deep, instinctual level, which quickly translated into a broad range of real-world performance experiences — from recitals and school concerts to weddings, private parties, and larger public venues. After over a decade of rigorous classical study and...

My journey with music began at the age of four, when I started classical piano training and began developing what would later be recognized as perfect pitch and photographic memory. These gifts allowed me to internalize and interpret music on a deep, instinctual level, which quickly translated into a broad range of real-world performance experiences — from recitals and school concerts to weddings, private parties, and larger public venues. After over a decade of rigorous classical study and yearly adjudicated performances, I earned my High School Diploma from the National Guild of Piano Players, completing a 12-year commitment to both technical mastery and expressive growth.

During my senior year of high school, I stepped into a teaching role through my school's afterschool band program. There, I guided students in music theory, live performance prep, digital production, and even some live sound management — combining education with hands-on mentorship. That spirit of service continued well into my college years, where I volunteered to teach music theory, keyboard skills, and production at my former high school. Simultaneously, I pursued my love of jazz piano through self-study and eventually joined “phendste,” an LA-based artist (and former college classmate) with over 13 million Spotify streams, as his keyboardist. I also spent a summer interning under a professional DJ, learning the behind-the-scenes logistics of event planning and audio presentation.

Altogether, I bring not only technical fluency and performance experience, but also years of leadership, mentorship, and a passion for passing on what I’ve learned — blending tradition with innovation in everything I do.

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Education

Stevens Institute of Technology
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  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Travel policy: Within 10 miles of North Bergen, NJ 07047
  • Lesson cancellation: 1 hours notice required

  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Schedule

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Approved Subjects

Ear Training

Ear Training

I’ve had perfect pitch since childhood, which has given me a lifelong edge in identifying pitch, harmony, and tonal color by ear. Over the past two years, I’ve worked closely with students to develop their own musical ears through interval recognition, melodic dictation, and harmony training, both in one-on-one settings and small group environments. I focus not just on accuracy, but also on training intuition — helping students internalize sound so they can confidently translate what they hear into performance or production. My approach blends classical ear training with modern applications, making it accessible for a wide range of learners.
General Music

General Music

My background in general music is rooted in over a decade of classical piano training, with deep personal influences from composers like Chopin, Ravel, Liszt, and Beethoven. Beyond the classical world, I’ve performed in church settings across a wide variety of genres — from traditional hymns and reggae to salsa, jazz, and R&B — learning how to adapt and communicate music across cultural and stylistic lines. I also have years of experience producing music in genres like hip-hop, soul, pop, and modern jazz, which gives me a well-rounded understanding of both acoustic and digital music creation. Whether I’m teaching theory, rhythm, harmony, or production techniques, I focus on making music concepts practical and relatable so students can confidently engage with any style they encounter.
Music Production

Music Production

I specialize in crafting original music using Pro Tools and Logic Pro, with a focus on building songs from the ground up — whether that’s shaping melodies, layering harmonies, or structuring full arrangements. My experience spans studio sessions, church recordings, and independent artist collaborations, where I’ve handled everything from tracking and editing to mixing. I approach music production with a musician’s ear and an arranger’s mindset, always aiming to serve the emotion and intention behind the sound. In teaching others, I focus on helping them develop both technical skill and creative confidence in their own workflow.
Piano

Piano

My approach to piano instruction blends structure with creativity. I’ve worked with students ranging from absolute beginners to intermediate players, guiding them through scales, sight reading, chord progressions, and expressive playing. Alongside classical training, I introduce students to other styles like jazz, gospel, and contemporary music, depending on their interests. Rather than just teaching them how to play songs, I focus on helping them understand what they’re playing — so they can eventually create on their own, not just replicate.
Music Theory
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