Gulf Coast Keyboard Lessons
2 hires on Lessons.com
5 years in business
About this pro
Versatility—jazz or classical, soul, or popular music—if you have an interest, I will help you learn to play it
Learn piano from home--in person or via Zoom
I enjoy the discovery process of learning a new piece of music, figuring it out and putting it all together. Once you begin to understand the music, you can start to really get to know it by testing your understanding in various ways and pushing the limits while practicing.
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Credentials
North Venice, FL 34275
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I really enjoy working with Matt . He understands what I need and is encouraging in his teaching. He is very sweet.
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
First assess where a student is at to establish some goals, then help student reach those goals while providing a toolbox for "learning how to learn" new music
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
•Studied jazz and classical piano at Columbia College Chicago with Peter Scheiner and Sebastian Huydts
•Teacher’s Assistant for keyboard harmony and music theory courses and piano lab monitor
•Earned a music scholarship at Michigan State University and studied classical piano with Marie-France LeFebvre
•Studied with William Russo in the CCC Jazz Ensemble and performed with Marcus Belgrave at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago
•Performed with the Maurice Brown Octet, Lotus, Ikkyu, J2 and the Bizzness, Mr. Trimble and Unique Soul, and Wendell “Musicman” Moore
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
In person: $40 for 30 minutes
OR $50 for 1 hour
Online: $40 for 30-60 minutes
How did you get started teaching?
•Former Teacher's Assistant for keyboard 1&2, music theory, and keyboard harmony courses, and Piano Lab Monitor at Columbia College Chicago
•Taught piano lessons in a rehabilitation program for who sustained brain injuries and to children with special needs
What types of students have you worked with?
Middle school age and older
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Find a teacher who inspires you and teaches you skills that you can use to understand and learn new music.