Arif Shakir Piano

Arif Shakir Piano

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Offers online services
Offers online services

About

My name is Arif Shakir. I’m an Los Angeles based Jazz, Classical & Gospel pianist with over 12+ yrs of experience. I am largely versed in classical/Jazz & RnB genres and emphasize developing good piano techniques, a strong sense of rhythm, and creative improvisations in my students. I teach using several accredited learning methods and tailor my lessons to specifically match each student.

Helping children and young adults alike gain a level of mastery on their musical craft and see their self confidence bloom as a direct result of it. It goes beyond just learning music and helps them learn a part of themselves.


Highlights

Hired 3 times
11 years in business
Serves San Fernando , CA
Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Venmo, Zelle

Specialties

Years experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 – 2 years experience, 2 – 4 years experience, 4+ years of experience

Able to read music

Student can read music, Student cannot read music

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

Student's age

Under 5 years old, 5 – 10 years old, 11 – 13 years old, 14 – 18 years old, 19 – 25 years old, 26 – 45 years old, 46 – 65 years old, Over 65 years old

Student has instrument

Students who have a piano, Students who have a keyboard, Students who have neither

Interested musical styles

Classical, Jazz, Pop, I can make recommendations

Photos and videos


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    Dick S.

    Honesty...
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    August 08, 2021
    Hired on Lessons

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    Cheryl N.

    Arif is patient with my children and inspires. He lets them know their strengths, which empowered them to take their lessons seriously.
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    February 17, 2020
    Hired on Lessons

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    Erica L.

    Arif is very detailed and thorough. His method of teaching simplifies even the most difficult concepts. I know I’ve developed as a musician as a result of learning from him.
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    August 30, 2018

    Frequently asked questions

    Individual:

    $60 - 1 hr.

    $40 - 30 minutes of instruction.       

    Group:

    $50 for 1 hour, + $25 per additional person in the group lesson.

    I've trained extensively in classical music from a young age. Which led me to perform and teach for numerous music programs and events. I have well over 12+ years teaching both classroom and private students.

    Youth ages 6-19, Adults, Elderly. All of various backgrounds from music theory, jazz, classical & RnB.

    Being self taugh prior is excellent and shows a degree of self sufficiency. However it is much more advantageous to learn from a multitude of teachers and methods to broaden your experiences and to further the learning process. Also it lessens the time it takes to reach your goal when you study with a good teacher as opposed to going through trial and error on your own.


    Services offered

    Piano
    Music Theory
    Synthesizer
    Xylophone