Alhambra Piano Academy

Alhambra Piano Academy

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I love when a student grows up with me and they practice every week for years, and you get to see their progress. It's a very rewarding experience. I have three students who have been with me for over 30 years. This my full-time career and I am one of the only teachers in the area who can teach, popular music arranging, songwriting, and Jazz as well as classical and I participate in the Certificate of Merit program and take 14 to 16 students per year.

I really enjoy a talented student who is ready to progress and who practices every week. Then we get to both take the journey together.

Daryl Trinh-student review

This is for Mr. Larry Evans, the piano instructor.I'm an adult piano student here and I started here about a year ago, March 2014. Larry is the only piano teacher I've ever had but I can't imagine learning from another instructor. He's extremely friendly, attentive, and patient with his students, but he also don't candy coat everything so I can count on Larry for honest constructive but respectful feedback. Although Larry is open to working with me on specific pieces, his teaching style is progressive and diverse; I'm learning simple pieces as well as theory and finger techniques. As you would expect, he's a very talented performer so it's great to see your instructor in action because it's very encouraging. Most importantly, I feel that he genuinely cares about my musical development. Additionally, Larry specializes in teaching children. Don't hesitate to give him a call; he offers great value for your time and investment!

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Sep 19, 2015

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1 employee
35 years in business
Serves Altadena , CA

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    Daryl T.

    This is for Mr. Larry Evans, the piano instructor. Im an adult piano student here and I started here about a year ago, in March 2014. Larry is the only piano teacher Ive ever had but I cant imagine learning from another instructor. Hes extremely friendly, attentive, and patient with his students, but he also doesnt candy-coat everything so I can count on Larry for honest constructive but respectful feedback. Although Larry is open to working with me on specific pieces, his teaching style is progressive and diverse; Im learning simple pieces as well as theory and finger techniques. As you would expect, hes a very talented performer so its great to see your instructor in action because its very encouraging. Most importantly, I feel that he genuinely cares about my musical development. Additionally, Larry specializes in teaching children. Dont hesitate to give him a call; he offers great value for your time and investment!
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    March 20, 2021

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    Candy R.

    Larry was my sons piano instructor for 2 years. Hes a wonderful piano player and a very patient piano teacher. My son learned more from Larry in two years than he ever learned from his previous instructors at Alhambra School of Music on Main Street. Our only regret was we didnt find him sooner.
    Dec 14, 2020
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    March 20, 2021

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    Kayla H.

    I had quite the thrill when the audience seemed to stop breathing when I played the very fast 3rd movement of the Beethoven Moonlight Sonata in Mr. Evans piano recital in December 2019.
    Dec 15, 2020
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    March 20, 2021

    Frequently asked questions

    I hear them play if they have played before, and customize the lesson to them. I use materials and set goals according to the style they want to study. I then choose the best books for technique, theory, a method book, and repertoire. 

    I stay positive and make it a creative experience so I can keep their interest. We create the journey together.

    BA in Music Education from Michigan State University.

    40 years private teaching full time, 10 years involved in the Certificate of Merit Program

    MAY SPECIAL ONE FREE LESSON 1st MONTH

    most are 30 min. per week paid monthly for $128 

    45 minute students are $180 per month.

    One hour students and discounted to $224 per month.

    A two in one family discount.

    My mother was a piano teacher, I learned the piano as a child, and then she gave me some students to get started and the rest is history!

    From 6 years old to 60 and above, I enjoy adult students who practice!

    My December 2019 piano recital. My best student played the Moonlight Sonata of Beethoven 3rd movement wow, at 12 years old. It was hair-raising.


    Services offered

    Piano
    Music Theory
    Organ