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Calliope Blackwood

Sharpen your jazz piano skills with a seasoned mentor who brings performance depth and emotional flair.

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Private lessons - Calliope Blackwood

Bachelors degree

$50

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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117 ratings
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About your piano teacher

With a passion for piano, a Bachelor's degree in Music, and over 3 years of experience, I'm Calliope Blackwood. I specialize in a wide range of subjects, including Jazz Piano, Piano Repertoire, and Performance Skills. My specialities like Chord Theory and Sight Reading set me apart. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, I tailor my teaching to suit your level. From kids to adults, I cover all levels of piano playing. Need help with Finger Placement or Rhythm? I've got you covered! Let's embark on a musical journey together, where you'll not only learn but also enjoy every note you play.

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Rated 5 stars for engaging piano lessons

93% students find the piano classes both fun and easy to follow

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Consistent feedback from piano teacher

Parents receive regular updates on goals, strengths, and areas to improve

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Piano lessons built around practical learning

Classes center on playing, not just theory or drills

Piano lessons overview

My teaching style blends progressive instruction with empathetic and creative approaches, focusing on developing expressive musicality and providing performance coaching. Specializing in various piano types from grand to digital, I cater to students of all levels, including kids, beginners, and advanced players. I utilize a range of tech tools like backing track libraries, chord apps, and metronomes to enhance learning. By following a dynamic curriculum, I ensure students receive a well-rounded education in piano, covering everything from basic techniques to advanced repertoire. With over 200 students in my audience, I create a personalized learning environment that fosters growth and passion for music. Whether online or offline, my methodology emphasizes practical applications, allowing students to explore different styles and develop a deep understanding of piano playing.

Your piano teacher specialities

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Chord Theory

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Performance Skills

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Music theory

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Piano Repertoire

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Improvisation

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Rhythm and Timing

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Scales and Arpeggios

Types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Grand Piano

Grand Piano

Digital Piano

Digital Piano

Upright Piano

Upright Piano

Jazz Piano

Jazz Piano

Acoustic Piano

Acoustic Piano

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Reviews and Ratings for Calliope

Korbin Moon

Stockton, CA

3 months ago

Blackwood tailors each lesson to match what I want to learn, and she keeps it engaging whether we're working on technique or a favorite tune.

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Brooks Ashley

Financial District, Downtown LA

5 months ago

When i was going to my work space in Financial District, i found a piano teacher Blackwood , her approach make me the perfect tutor for my children. she started with basic techniques in a attractive manner to the childrens. her attraction of taking class make children’s more addicted to learn piano lessons. i mostly suggest her for biginers to advanced level

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Xzavier Mendez

Downtown Gainesville, Gainesville

11 months ago

I took Piano class with Blackwood in Downtown Gainesville for my daughter. I can see great improvement in her rhytm skills now and it seems like a surprise to me. Blackwood is so creative and mix exercise wit games to help her timing and now she’s confident and her level is intermediate now. Thanks to her.

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Kristina Spencer

Surprise, AZ

about 1 year ago

The engaging approach used in Surprise made scales and arpeggios enjoyable for my child, and thanks to Blackwood , the transition from beginner to intermediate was smooth.

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Marcus Shannon

Sacramento, CA

about 1 year ago

My daughter is always excited for her lessons with Blackwood . she makes learning enjoyable and engaging every time.

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Teaching tools used in piano classes

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Backing Track Libraries

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Ear Training Software

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Chord & Scale Reference Apps

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Piano Tuner Apps

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Looping Software

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Metronome Apps

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

Interactive piano lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Pets are welcomed

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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