Lorenzo Ballesteros

Lorenzo Ballesteros

5.0Exceptional(5 reviews)
Offers online services
Offers online services

About

I’m a multi-instrumentalist and composer based here in Brooklyn, NY. I have a diploma in Music Composition from the Gabriela Ortiz Composing Studio, with Harvard, and before that I studied composition with Eric Ewazen, and music theory with Steve Laitz, at the Juilliard Pre-College. I also studied violin under Emlyn Ngai (Hartt School) for 5 years.

I love helping students to realize their own musical potential through the techniques of their instrument, or those of composition and theory. I also find it very fulfilling being able to help students surmount technical barriers and learn more about their music/instrument so they can become well-rounded and curious artists.


Highlights

Hired 6 times
1 employee
4 years in business
Serves Brooklyn , NY
Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Paypal, Apple Pay, 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

Photos and videos


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    David G.

    He’s very good about teaching fundamentals and proper posture. He’s very patient and encouraging.
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    January 03, 2023
    Hired on Lessons

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    Rachel K.

    My daughter has had only three lessons (so far!) but he’s really kind, always comes on time, and his lessons are extremely helpful!
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    July 20, 2022
    Hired on Lessons

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    Noelle G.

    Dante’s really great with kids and knows how to keep the lessons fun and engaging for them. A wonderful teacher!
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    March 10, 2022

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    Lorenzo B.

    Dantes always punctual and constantly helpful in his feedback. Hes great to work with, and Id definitely recommend him!
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    March 10, 2022

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    Will R.

    Very informative and punctual.
    Highly recommend.
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    October 17, 2021

    Frequently asked questions

    The first lesson will begin with me figuring out where the student currently is in their instrumental experience and their more general musical journey. From here, I'll choose some repertoire/approaches that I've determined are appropriate for their level and we'll begin work. Most lessons will include time spent on technique/exercises, repertoire, and sight reading. 

    I recently completed a diploma in Music Composition with the Gabriela Ortiz Composing Studio, presented by Harvard DRCLAS. Before that, I studied composition with Eric Ewazen, and music theory with Steve Laitz, at the Juilliard Pre-College. I also studied violin under Emlyn Ngai (at the Hartt School) for 5 years. During my senior year, I was a TA for Hall High School's Concert Orchestra and I worked as an assistant teacher during the 2021 Sizzling Suzuki Institute at Charter Oak Elementary School.

    Services offered

    Piano
    Violin
    Music Theory