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Since December 2025
Instructor since December 2025
Piano Techniques and Theory though multiple genres
From 41.96 £ /h
Music is a widely used language across many genres of music. My class will deal with theory, musical vocabulary, sight-reading/singing and other techniques through the genres of gospel, jazz, R&B, etc.
You'll learn how to play songs with and without sheet music, transcribe solos and melodies, accompany singers/other melodic instruments, sight-read at a professional level, etc.
You'll learn how to play songs with and without sheet music, transcribe solos and melodies, accompany singers/other melodic instruments, sight-read at a professional level, etc.
Extra information
Bring a notepad to take your notes.
Location
At student's location :
- Around New Orleans, LA, United States
- Around Slidell, LA, United States
Online from United States
About Me
My musical, academic, and professional journey has been shaped by a my deep commitment to humility and dedication. Growing up in New Orleans immersed me in a living musical lineage, one created by artists and composers whose creativity emerged from resilience and community. I see my own work as part of this continuum, honoring those traditions while seeking to contribute new perspectives and original compositions. My education at NOCCA and Oberlin College affirmed my commitment to artistic excellence and creativity. Studying with pianists such as Dan Wall, Luis Perdomo, and Sullivan Fortner challenged me to refine my technique and develop a clear musical identity, while studying for a degree in Africana Studies provided frameworks for understanding heritage, identity, and the social contexts in which we exist across various cultures and locations across the world. Professionally, I have been fortunate to perform in various ensembles, venues, and tours that have sharpened my musical and artistic voice. Performing with artists such as Weedie Braimah, Jon Faddis, Trombone Shorty, and Jessie Mcbride further connected me to different musical traditions in which I consider myself well-versed in. I view the piano as a conduit of responsibility and connection, a plane where listening, leadership and mutual support are essential.
Education
Oberlin College & Conservatory l Jazz Performance + Africana Studies l 3.4 GPA l 2026 l
Experience / Qualifications
13 years of experience as a pianist and organist.
Fluent in various genres of music.
Fluent in various genres of music.
Age
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Student level
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
30 minutes
45 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
Online via webcam
At student's home
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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