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Specialize in Piano Lessons: Chord Theory, Ear Training, Performance Skills

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Private lessons - Callysta van Niekerk

Diploma degree

$29

$25

/ hour

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Piano teacher known for supportive style

88% students appreciate teachers patient, encouraging approach

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Highly recommended piano teacher for beginners

94% parents say teacher is perfect for building confidence in early learners

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Flexible scheduling for piano lessons

90% of students say piano classes fit easily into their weekly routine

Meet Callysta

About your piano teacher

With a Diploma in Piano Education and over 8 years of experience, I'm Callysta van Niekerk, your go-to piano tutor. Specializing in Piano for kids, beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels, I offer a tailored approach to suit every student's needs. My expertise lies in Chord Theory, Ear training, Music theory, and more, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. I focus on Finger Placement, Rhythm, and Performance Skills to enhance students' musical abilities. Whether you're interested in Classical Piano, Electric Keyboard, or Acoustic Piano, I'm here to guide you through scales, sight-reading, and improvisation techniques. My goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where students feel motivated to excel. Let's embark on a musical journey together, where you'll not only master the piano but also discover the joy of creating beautiful music effortlessly.

Piano lessons overview

In my piano tutoring practice, I blend progressive instruction with empathetic guidance, focusing on sight-reading skills, expressive musicality, and performance coaching. I specialize in teaching classical piano, electric keyboard, and acoustic piano to a diverse audience of 20+ students, ranging from kids to adults at all levels of proficiency. I leverage a variety of tech tools like backing track libraries, DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps to enhance the learning experience both online and offline. My curriculum is tailored to each student's level, incorporating chord & scale reference apps, ear training software, and looping software to deepen musical understanding. By customizing lessons to cater to individual preferences and skill levels, I create a supportive environment where students can explore their musical passions and develop their talents effectively. My approach fosters a deep connection to music, boosts confidence, and equips students with the tools needed to excel in their musical journey.

Student types for piano lessons

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Piano for kids

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Piano for beginners

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Piano for intermediate

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All Levels

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Piano for adults

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Piano for advanced

Types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Classical Piano

Classical Piano

Electric Keyboard

Electric Keyboard

Acoustic Piano

Acoustic Piano

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Reviews and Ratings for Callysta van Niekerk

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Glenn Valencia

Home Place, Carmel

29 days ago

Bringing a calm, focused energy to every session at Home Place, Callysta helped me rediscover my love for learning classical piano, especially with her invaluable tips make session really fun.

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Karley Zavala

Sacramento, CA

2 months ago

During the time of the pandemic, I picked guitar as a hobby, but never knew it would convert into a passion, and this was because of van Niekerk . All thanks to her guidance and detail-oriented classes, which actually made this journey very easy for me. Now I can play a whole song on the guitar and flex in front of my friends.

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Gilbert Hanson

Gilbert Hanson

Flatbush, Brooklyn

2 months ago

Callysta 's Lessons are well-paced and flexible. I’m really grateful for their support and would definitely recommend them!

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Kaley Benson

Seven Oaks, Bakersfield

2 months ago

Callysta stands out as a guitar teacher in Seven Oaks her love for music infuses every lesson with energy and inspiration.

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Abdiel Higgins

Fashion District, Downtown LA

2 months ago

Practice became enjoyable and uplifting thanks to Callysta 's guitar tuition while she was living in the Fashion District. she assisted me in overcoming challenging barre chords and intricate riffs, and now I can play soft rock and intermediate pop songs with assurance.

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Layne Taylor

Dilworth, Charlotte

5 months ago

Each lesson is filled with enthusiasm and clear direction which has been so valuable for our family in Dilworth. I am grateful for the way Callysta sets realistic goals and explains things in a way that makes sense. Our son’s progress both in ability and self assurance grows with every lesson.

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