Patient, high-standard piano teacher | 22+ years experience

Benjamin V.

I’m a classically trained pianist with over 22 years of experience at the keyboard and a strong foundation in music theory, technique, and musicianship. I’ve performed professionally in a variety of settings—hired for dozens of weddings, paid work in public venues as a professional pianist performer, and as a keyboardist in a renowned traveling show choir. My performance background influences how I teach: I want students to sound confident, polished, and expressive—not just “accurate.”

I have five years of teaching experience through a music academy, privately instructing students ages 6 through 18, from complete beginners to intermediate, advanced, and even virtuoso-level players. My lessons are fun, encouraging, and structured. We’ll start with quick technique warmups tailored to your level (so your hands feel strong and relaxed), then spend focused time on repertoire you enjoy while building the skills behind it—rhythm, reading, tone, articulation, pedaling, and musical phrasing. I also weave in practical theory and ear training, so students understand what they’re playing and progress faster. While my foundation is classical, I’m happy to introduce other styles like jazz, gospel, and new age to keep things fresh and help students become more well-rounded musicians.

I’ll meet you exactly where you’re at, whether you’re learning your first notes or refining performance-level pieces. I care a lot that students enjoy what they’re learning and feel proud of what they can play, but I also teach with high standards—because the goal is real transformation. You’ll get clear goals each week, specific practice strategies (not just “play it again”), and steady accountability in a supportive environment so you can improve faster and actually feel the progress.