Lesson are…
COMFORTABLE
One of the things that makes learning just a little easier is getting to do it in the comfort and convenience of your own home! I travel via bike (rain, snow, or shine!) to all of my students’ homes, which is why I have a teaching radius that includes just a small handful of northwestern Brooklyn neighborhoods: my home base of Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO/Vinegar Hill, Cobble Hill, Downtown Brooklyn, Boerum Hill, and parts of Fort Greene or Carroll Gardens.
At this time, I do not host students in my own home.
Lesson are…
individualized
With 18 years of teaching and hundreds of students passing through my doors, I’ve experienced firsthand how every person learns in their own way! My lessons are intentional and thoughtful, designed to reflect and adapt to each student’s interests, personality, and learning style. Whether the focus lies in building general skills or honing in on something specific, we’ll cultivate awareness, build a strong foundation, and grow what is needed to become a confident and expressive pianist.
Feel free to explore more of my methodology here.
Lessons are…
functional
If you are looking to enroll in consistent weekly lessons, I offer a flat tuition rate. This rate provides a student with a recurring weekly lesson spot beginning in September and ending June 30th. It also includes the opportunity to perform in up to two piano recitals each year, and factors in all holidays and unexpected absences.
If you are booking trial lessons, summer lessons, or are an adult that needs more flexibility in your lesson schedule in general, I also offer the option to pay for lessons individually on a month-to-month basis.
Availability for scheduling a la carte lessons is subject to change from month to month as prime time spots are typically spoken for by students enrolled in consistent lessons. However, this option does tend to work very well when a student is available outside of typical work or school hours!
For all pricing specifics and current availability, please inquire.
Lessons are…
thorough
After years of rushed 30 minute lessons where students were often left with unanswered questions, I switched to offering lessons in 45 or 60 minute increments instead. It has made a huge difference in lesson morale, giving me time to be thorough and students time to be inquisitive.
With younger students, while I have many tricks up my sleeve to make lessons engaging and interesting, I will occasionally end a lesson a bit early if their attention span is running on empty that day. It’s important to preserve a positive relationship to the lesson time so that we can continue for years to come!