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Piano teachers in San Diego with top specialities
Recently taught Piano lessons in San Diego
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Bardiya taught Jeremy 28 days ago
Bardiya tutored Jeremy in a piano lesson that focused on improving rhythm and timing in a specific piece, addressing challenges with dotted eighth notes, sixteenth notes, and rolled notes. Jeremy practiced counting techniques, hand coordination, and using a metronome without visual cues. For homework, Jeremy will practice the first three lines of the piece, focusing on accurate timing, rolled notes, and using a non-visual metronome.
Counting Rhythms
Dotted Notes
Rolls and Beat Placement
Metronome Practice
Anticipation in Music
Otha taught Steven about 2 months ago
Mr. Lewis and Dan de Lion covered chord inversions, chromatic scales, and seventh chords, focusing on technique and musicality. Dan de Lion practiced scales and chord voicings, and Mr. Lewis provided feedback on fingering and timing. They discussed using a metronome to emphasize strong and weak beats and scheduled a follow-up to discuss iReal Pro next week. Mr. Lewis will provide a worksheet with numbered fingerings.
Scale Fingerings
Metronome Use
Chord Inversions
Wrist Movement
Major 7th Chords
Giacomo taught Bryan about 2 months ago
Giacomo Favitta and Bryan Murphy worked on Brian Crane's "Simple Life," focusing on measures, rhythm, and coordination. Giacomo introduced practice techniques using a metronome and decontextualization. Bryan will practice specific sections and send Giacomo the sheet music for "Son of Sienna" before their next lesson.
Parallel Movement Coordination
Repetition Notation
Reading Notes
Fingering Flexibility
Musical Grids
Decontextualization
Ryan taught Paul 3 months ago
Ryan tutored Paul in piano, addressing scales, arpeggios, rhythm, and sight-reading. Ryan identified Paul's strengths and weaknesses and assigned targeted exercises. They also discussed learning "I Put a Spell on You" and adding harmonies as homework.
Piano Technique
Contrary Motion
Arpeggio Technique
Scale Practice
Music Selection
Harmonic Analysis
Sight Reading and Memorization
Rhythm Assessment
Piano classes in San Diego for beginners, kids, adults and more
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Ashanti Flores rated Monish
South Park, San Diego
7 months ago
Living in South Park, I came across Monish ’s piano lessons and was really impressed. he breaks things down into small, achievable steps, and in just a month, I learned the C major scale and started my first real song!
Madelyn Weaver rated May
Downtown San Diego
8 months ago
We’re in Downtown San Diego and I got my kid into Cepe ’s virtual piano lessons she’s awesome! she brings a lot of energy and makes stuff like rhythm and finger stuff fun to learn. Kinda jealous I didn’t have someone like that back then!
Asher Martinez rated Sara
Mission Valley, San Diego
9 months ago
I was looking for enjoyable piano lessons in Mission Valley and found Sara . she combines teaching technique with celebrating little victories my daughter gets so proud after each new song!
Kieran Ritter rated Sage
Point Loma, San Diego
10 months ago
Living in Point Loma, I wanted my easy pieces to sound special. Sage ’s beginner lessons emphasized musical expression and emotion, which completely transformed how I play such a unique and wonderful approach!
Arielle Cook rated Lidia
Hillcrest, San Diego
10 months ago
While living in Hillcrest, I came across Pangilinan ’s piano lessons. Her easygoing approach made music feel really accessible I picked up solid basics, relaxed hand technique, and even started sight-reading without stress.
Clarence Obrien rated Xiao
Clairemont, San Diego
11 months ago
I’m from Clairemont and always thought you needed to be “born with talent” to play piano. But Yang ’s lessons showed me that’s not true. With consistent practice, support, and solid techniques, I’ve really improved as a beginner!
Cassie Horton rated surbhi
North Park, San Diego
about 1 year ago
Even as a beginner, kolhatkar original rhythm games and 'improv starter' exercises helped my son discover the delight of making music on the spot. The amount of creativity she fosters is astounding!
Neil Bonilla rated Miljana
Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego
about 1 year ago
Nikolić helped me get started on a digital grand piano, which is something I've always wanted to play. Now that I'm saving money for an acoustic piano, I'm really into it!
San Diego Piano: Acquisition, Instruction, and Application
1. Instrument Acquisition
This guide outlines key resources for piano acquisition, learning, and performance within the San Diego metropolitan area.
Objective: Secure an appropriate piano or keyboard for instructional use and practice.
Digital Pianos/Keyboards
Recommendation: Ideal for beginners due to cost-effectiveness, portability, and volume control features.
Retailers: Explore models at Guitar Center in San Diego on Balboa Avenue or in Mission Valley.
Acoustic Pianos
Recommendation: Provides a traditional playing experience with distinct tactile and auditory feedback.
Retailers: For new and used acoustic pianos, visit Greene Music off Miramar Road in San Diego, or Convoy Piano on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard. Piano Outlet LLC in Oceanside also offers options, including refurbished instruments.
Rental Options:
Providers: Inquire about rental programs directly with retailers such as Greene Music or Piano Outlet LLC to initiate learning without an immediate purchase.
Accessories: A sturdy, adjustable piano bench is essential. For digital pianos, a sustain pedal and quality headphones are recommended.
2. Piano Instruction
Objective: Establish a structured learning program for piano proficiency.
Private Lessons:
Benefits: Personalized curriculum, direct feedback on technique.
Providers: Connect with instructors through Klassik Arts in San Diego, San Diego School of Music with locations including Santee and Rancho Bernardo, or via platforms like Wiingy for local & online tutors.
Music Schools:
Curriculum: Structured programs often include music theory, ear training, and performance opportunities.
Institutions: Consider Santee Music Academy, School of Rock in Little Italy or Carlsbad for keyboard programs, or K&M Music School in Sorrento Valley for classical instruction.
University Programs: SDSU Piano Academy offers pre-college and adult piano programs in San Diego.
Community Resources
San Diego Public Library: Inquire at specific branches, such as Mira Mesa Library, for piano practice room availability and community music programs.
La Jolla Music Society: Provides free group instrument lessons, including piano, for qualifying students in Logan Heights.
3. Practice and Performance Application
Objective: Facilitate consistent practice and identify performance opportunities.
Practice Venues
Primary: Personal residence is most convenient.
Public Access: Confirm availability of piano practice rooms at select San Diego Public Library branches.
Performance Outlets
Open Mic Nights: Explore opportunities at venues like The Collective in Pacific Beach, which hosts weekly open mic nights. Monitor local event listings on platforms like Eventbrite for additional options.
Live Music Venues: Attend performances for inspiration. Options include The Shout House in downtown San Diego for dueling piano shows, or various jazz clubs in the Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy featuring pianists.
Community Events: Local festivals and community gatherings may offer stages for local performers. Inquire with event organizers.