Michael B. Rubin, Teacher, Performer

Michael B. Rubin, Teacher, Performer

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Offers online services
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About

I have been performing since I was 3 years old. I studied four instruments, piano, accordion, clarinet and oboe. I had 11 years of full scholarships on piano, clarinet and oboe. I taught myself to play the accordion

I am an honors music graduate of the world-famous N.Y.C. High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts. I performed all over N.Y.C. and the Washington, DC metropolitan area on piano and accordion.

I was first oboist with New York University's orchestra and the semi-professional Bronx Community Orchestra, with whom I performed at Carnegie Hall.

I started teaching piano in 2000 and accordion soon thereafter. I teach my students to play whatever they would like to play. I tailor my lessons individually to each student. I try to make learning to play the piano or accordion fun for the student.

You can read more about me at www.washingtonaccordions.0rg. Look under "Teachers" and "Performers."

If you would like a detailed resume of my experience performing and teaching e-mail me at [email protected].

I can be seen playing the piano and accordion on YouTube. Look for "Michael B. Rubin"

Student reviews of my teaching can be found at "Michael B. Rubin Piano, Accordion, Ballroom Dance Teacher/Perfomer"


Highlights

1 employee
25 years in business
Serves Rockville , MD
Offers online services

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    Yoneko R.

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    February 27, 2021

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    Dominic C.

    I began taking accordion lessons from Mike Rubin in June of 2020 after many years of not playing. Mike is an accomplished musician who can effectively share his skills with his students in an organized and clear manner, as well as being understanding and encouraging. Most of all he is willing and able to teach to the students priorities and allows you to set the agenda for what you want to learn. I would highly recommend him.
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    February 18, 2021

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    Ron A.

    Michael B. Rubins reputation for dependability and conscientious devotion to his undertakings is well-known. He is known for his diligent attention to learning music he artistically transmits to audiences, music, not so well-known but music with a message. He seeks new opportunities and accepts challenges, continuously broadening his own repertoire.
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    February 11, 2021

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    Kay G.

    June 2020
    I have been taking accordion lessons from Michael B. Rubin for 7 years. He is very patient with the adult learner who has a full time job and family and little time for practice. With his help I have made a lot of progress in those years. I highly recommend him!!
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    February 11, 2021

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    Lindsay K.

    June 2020
    Michael is a wonderful instructor for accordion- knowledgeable and patient! Our lessons are lots of fun, and Im thoroughly enjoying learning how to play under his tutelage. Its truly a joy working with him.
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    February 11, 2021

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    Naper P.

    June 202
    I highly recommend Mr. Rubin. I inherited my uncle’s accordion and i have always wanted to learn how to play. Mr. Rubin quickly alleviated any anxiety I had about learning to play. He was kind and patient even when I was truly awful in the beginning. One of the best decisions I ever made.
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    February 11, 2021

    Frequently asked questions

    I typically speak to new students before starting lessons to determine their level of knowledge of music and either the piano or accordion.  I like to hear them play something.  Once I establish their knowledge/ability level I tailor lessons specificially for them.  At this time I am teaching only on Skype.  During the lesson I write notes for them to review after the lesson on how their playing went and give them suggestions for how to improve.  Before the pandemic most students came to my home for lessons.  I would write notes in a notebook with staves in it for them.  In general I recommend students take at least one 30 minute lesson a week.  I also offer 45 minute and 60 minute lessons.  


    Services offered

    Accordion