Dennis John Studio
About
Hello Everyone,
I teach each individual with a stylized method to help them reach their musical goals. I am always attentive to every student's input according to what their needs are.
l love to see the satisfaction on a student's face when I help them grow musically. Whether it's being able to play a blues passage, rock progression or. classical piece etc... I can see it with a smile. Also helping a student learn to perform live infront of an audience. I have been teaching for over 30 years and do it with a real passion for helping people learn music.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to start off with an introductory lesson to let the student understand my teaching process and style before commiting them to ongoing lessons. This way they are comfortable with me and are willing to commence ongoing lessons.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I obtain a degree from The William Patterson University and The Mahattan School of Music in Piano Performance and Jazz Studies. I am a member of the Music Teachers Association of California and the Piano Teachers Society of America.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I have a monthly tuition for $240.00 for for weeks. $300.00 for 5 weeks. I also have a bi-weekly Tuition for $120.00 for 2 weeks and $180.00 for 3 weeks.
I have a 30 minute monthly tuition for $120.00
How did you get started teaching?
My college professors inspired me to start teaching. I also had an instinct to help other learn from the beginning of my career.
What types of students have you worked with?
I work with beginners to seasoned professionals. All demographics teaching them all styles of music.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I host an annual student concert for the performance aspect to help them grow. I love to see the progress from beginning work on a project and then see it performed on stage. Live performance in my opinion is the best tool to help students mature musically.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for someone who has a broad background in lots of styles. This way a student is never limited on what they can learn.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are their individual goals and what direction to they want to pursue musically. It's a vast world and a teachers needs to know what the student's path is.