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Zoom Piano Studio

Zoom Piano Studio

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Offers online services
Offers online services

About

Dedicated to music as an art form that elevates the lives of all who experience it; that embraces and transcends the entire range of human emotion, expression and community that is vital to the cultural enrichment of society

Jean-Pierre is a South African born award-winning pianist and teacher. An active soloist, collaborator, chamber musician, recording artist, repetiteur, pedagogue and researcher, he holds a Masters degree in Piano Performance from Western Michigan University in the United States. Jean-Pierre consequently graduated with a professional doctorate in piano performance from “Université de Montréal”. He was awarded Performers and Teachers Licentiate diplomas from UNISA as well as the performer's certificate from Trinity College in London, all with distinction. He has appeared for concerts in Africa, North America and Europe.

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His most prominent musical mentors include Nettie Immelman, Ella Fourie, Albie van Schalkwyk, Silvia Roederer, Lori Sims and Paul Stewart. He has performed extensively in master classes, most notably for Niel Immelman (UK), Andrea Bonnata (Italy), Frank Glazer (a student of Artur Schnabel) and Andre Watts (USA).

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His accolades include the Gertrude Buchanan Prize and Prize for best rendition of Liszt (UNISA), SAMRO Undergraduate study scholarships, Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Awards, Gold medals at National Solo and Ensemble competitions, a Wendy Ackerman Foundation Award, Bay View Music Festival Collaborative Piano Fellowships and the Gilmore International Keyboard Festival Fellowship.

In addition to his independent career, he has held positions at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo College, North West University and the Tshwane University of Technology Opera School and St John's College.

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Jean-Pierre is a passionate and dedicated teacher, highly in demand. After intensive study and practical training in piano pedagogy throughout his student years and beyond, he has spent much of his career on the establishment, development and nurturing of young musicians at various levels from beginner to advanced pupils. His students are presented at various Eisteddfodau and National Music competitions, many awarded trophies and gold medals. He has entered hundreds of students into practical and music theory examinations by external examination boards (ABRSM, Trinity, RCM etc) many with distinction results. Jean-Pierre is designated as a "Registered Music Teacher" by the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers.

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Above all, Jean-Pierre cherishes passion for music and its role in communities around the globe.

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Highlights

1 employee
20 years in business
Serves Chelsea , NY
Offers online services

Payment methods

Venmo, Paypal

Social media

Specialties

Instrument(s)

Piano, Student does not play an instrument

Experience level

No experience, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Students age

Younger than 6 years old, 6 - 9 years old, 10 - 13 years old, 14 - 17 years old, 18 - 25 years old, 26 - 44 years old, 45 - 64 years old, 65 or older

Interest(s)

Fundamentals (pitch, rhythm, chords, etc.), Harmonization, Counterpoint, Music subjects (notation, analysis, ear training), Other

Lesson length

30 minutes, 60 minutes

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    Jean-Pierre is a phenomenal piano teacher who really has a true passion for music. He is endlessly patient and persistent - If you want to learn something, he’ll find a way to teach it to you. Its rare to find such a skilled music teacher who can adapt from teaching the smallest fundamental details to the highest philosophical aspects of music. With Jean-Pierre, you are no longer just learning and playing the pieces, you are fully experiencing the music. My lessons with him, and his great sense of humour, were always a highlight. I cannot recommend him enough.
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    September 22, 2019
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    Niki

    I have watched my son progress over the last 6 years from an average piano player to a brilliant piano player. I can positively attribute this to his outstanding piano teacher, Jean Pierre. Being a pianist myself and coming from
    a musical family - JPs passion, care, dedication to pupils and attention to detail together with his absolute love for teaching piano has put my sons piano playing on another level of excellence!
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    September 22, 2019
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    Ben

    The Impact that Dr Calitz has had on me as both a musician and a person has been immeasurable. His patience and kindness coupled with his incredible skill have made him an incredible teacher and wonderful person to play alongside whenever he has accompanied me. His drive and desire to always better my playing have made him incredible to learn from and his calming presence has meant that performances with him have always been a pleasure. His personal and caring nature have also made him a wonderful mentor as well as a teacher and he has instilled both confidence within me whenever I play and above all, a deep love for the music that I am playing. I can honestly say that I wouldn’t be half the musician I am today if not for Dr Calitz’s incredible input!
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    September 22, 2019
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    A.W.

    Jean-Pierre is truly a unique teacher. His highly personal, practical approach to the teaching of music makes the process of learning both enjoyable and fascinating. His passion for music is evident in his teaching, prioritizing the talents and interests of his students rather than imposing a conventional, one-dimensional syllabus. His skills as a pianist are unparalleled, and my experience playing the cello together with Jean-Pierre (as my accompanist) have been beneficial to my own sound and personality as a musician. Furthermore, as I myself have learnt to play an instrument largely through the use of Skype lessons, I can say with utmost confidence that working with Jean-Pierre through an online medium will both be a worthwhile and enriching experience. Jean-Pierre is by no means a traditional music teacher; rather he is a dedicated and passionate embodiment of what modern music teaching should be!
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    September 22, 2019
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    S.F.

    Jean-Pierre has taught my son piano for 7 years from the age of 7. With his encouragement and skilled teaching, my son participated in many eisteddfods, achieving numerous Diplomas and winning several trophies, making it through to the semifinals of some of the most prestigious national competitions. Jean-Pierre prepared him immaculately for performances and exams and enabled him to pass ABRSM exams Grades 1 to 7, all with distinction.
    In addition, he has taught both my son and daughter (a violinist) music theory with the utmost patience and dedication, ensuring that their understanding of music theory and background is rounded. He has at all times been absolutely dedicated, professional, nurturing and devoted to them as his students, providing outstanding technique as well as moral support in all matters Musical.
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    September 22, 2019

    Frequently asked questions

    The needs and goals of the student is always the leading principle and I aim to constantly adjust the lessons accordingly. There is no single process for every student. Learning styles and interests play a large role!

    Doctorate in Piano Performance (University of Montreal)

    Masters in Piano Performance (Western Michigan University)

    Bachelor of Music and Psychology (Free State)

    Teachers licentiate - Piano pedagogy (UNISA)

    Performance licentiate - Piano (UNISA)

    15 years of experience with ALL ages and levels. 

    Yes. Pay per lesson, or agree to a set monthly fee to cover a certain amount of lessons per year.
    I've always been passionate about teaching and it has always been a part of who I am as a person and as a musician.
    Everything from 4-year-olds to adult beginners to national competition winners to play-for-joy pianists. I also LOVE to teach music theory! My students joke that I'm a theory geek.

    Services offered

    Piano
    Music Theory