Alexander Reyes
Master sight reading and classical piano with lessons from a Berklee-trained musician.
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Alexander Reyes
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Alexander - Your piano teacher
With over 13 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Music Production, and a passion for piano, I'm Alexander Reyes. I have honed my piano skills through formal education and self-study, specializing in various piano types like Grand, Digital, and Upright Pianos. My specialities include Chord Theory, Ear Training, and Performance Skills, among others. I cater to students of all levels, from beginners to advanced, offering personalized lessons in Piano Technique, Improvisation, and more. Let's embark on a musical journey together!
Meet Alexander
Alexander graduated from Berklee College of Music
Your piano teacher skills
Performance Skills
Scales and Arpeggios
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Sight Reading
Music theory
Rhythm and Timing
Piano Technique
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1-yr validity
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for adults
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Piano for beginners
Piano for intermediate
All Levels
Piano for kids
Piano for advanced
Home schooled
Piano lessons at a glance
My piano teaching approach blends theory, ear training, technique, creativity, and sight-reading to engage students in a comprehensive learning experience. Catering to adults, advanced, intermediate, and beginner piano enthusiasts, my methodology is versatile and inclusive for all levels. I leverage tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps to enhance learning both online and offline. By integrating backing tracks, chord apps, and sheet music libraries, I create a dynamic curriculum that nurtures musical growth. With a focus on jazz, classical, and various piano styles, I encourage students to explore their creativity and develop a deep understanding of music. Whether on a grand piano or a digital keyboard, my personalized teaching inspires over 50 students to excel in their piano journey.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Piano concepts taught by Alexander
The Student and Tutor engaged in a conversation about guitar brands and quality, followed by an in-depth lesson on playing Pink Floyd's "Comfortably Numb." They practiced the chord progressions for the verse, pre-chorus, and chorus, and thoroughly broke down the techniques and fingerings for the first guitar solo. The next session is planned to cover the second guitar solo.
Guitar Brands & Market Dynamics
Randy Rhoads & Origins of Jackson Guitars
70s Rock Chord Progressions & "Comfortably Numb" Verse
"Comfortably Numb" Pre-Chorus & Strumming Technique
The Business of Music: Pink Floyd's "The Wall"
Deconstructing Guitar Solos: "Comfortably Numb" Part 1 Techniques
The Tutor and Student focused on foundational guitar techniques, including right-hand plucking, finger placement, and basic strumming exercises. They also began learning to read music notation, covering the treble clef, note durations, rhythm counting, and identifying the first few notes on the guitar. The session concluded with practice exercises and a plan for the Student to continue memorizing notes and rhythms.
Guitar Positions and Frets
Reading Music: The Treble Clef
Rhythm and Note Values
Guitar Plucking Hand Technique
Basic Note Identification
Guitar Techniques in "Roadhouse Blues"
Music Business and Vintage Gear Trends
E Blues Scale and Song Structure
The tutor and student reviewed musical concepts related to "Roadhouse Blues" by The Doors, focusing on guitar scales, chords, and song structure. They also discussed the history of blues and rock music, and briefly touched upon personal experiences with weather events and administrative processes.
Blues Scale and Its Application in "Roadhouse Blues"
Guitar Chord Voicings and Rhythms
Musical Influence and Artist Development
The tutor and student explored fundamental guitar techniques, focusing on improvisation within the A minor pentatonic and full minor scales. They practiced identifying target notes and using scales to build melodic phrasing, with a plan to further develop scale knowledge and fretboard familiarity.
Improvisation with Scales
Pentatonic Scale Shapes
Fretboard Knowledge
Full Minor Scale vs. Pentatonic
Guitar Bending Technique
The student and tutor reviewed the full A minor diatonic scale on the guitar, building upon previous lessons on the pentatonic scale. They practiced playing through the scale in sections and then integrating all six strings using backing tracks to develop melodic soloing. The tutor encouraged memorizing both the pentatonic and diatonic scales.
Ubiquity of Guitar Scales
Pentatonic vs. Full Scale
Scale Application with Backing Tracks
Navigating the Guitar Fretboard with Scales
Full Guitar Scale Construction
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Ear Training Software
Virtual Piano Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Metronome Apps
DAWs
Interactive piano lessons
Pets are welcomed
Note taking
Open Q&A
Weekend lessons
Chat for quick help
Reviews and Ratings for Alexander
Adeline Fields
Rancho Cabrillo, Peoria
about 1 year ago
For scared novices in Rancho Cabrillo, Alexander method is ideal. My son was able to express himself musically and come out of his shell because to his.
Bianca Porter
Pine Valley, Wilmington
over 1 year ago
After many years away from the piano I was searching for a tutor who could offer both patience and flexibility. The lessons with Alexander I have had in Pine Valley have just transformed my growth into something which i never thought.
Seth Harrell
Central El Paso, El Paso
over 1 year ago
Studying classical piano with Alexander in Central El Paso has been truly inspiring. his grand piano adds depth to every lesson, and as someone rediscovering music in college, I deeply value his guidance. he cultivates both technical precision and emotional depth, urging me to feel the music rather than just play it.
Alessandra Hampton
Austin, Texas
over 1 year ago
Classes taught by Alexander are enjoyable and highly engaging. He is a highly skilled tutor who plays both digital and grand pianos and is knowledgeable in a variety of styles.
Kymani Chaney
Keller Park, South Bend
almost 2 years ago
Games and creative activities in Keller Park keep my 6-year-old engaged and make theory stick, thanks to Alexander ’s fun and productive approach.
Turner Rice
The Bristols, Fishers
almost 2 years ago
My daughter has really grown in confidence with sight reading and rhythm thanks to the supportive approach Alexander uses at The Bristols.
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