There is no single human society that does not have music as a significant part of its everyday culture. People are inherently musical, given the chance. (How many people do you see each day with headphones and earbuds attached?) But just listening to music isn't enough to get a full appreciation of the art. Listening only touches the surface of the experience. Musicians, even those with minimal hands-on experience, listen differently and have a greater depth of love and understanding of music. Playing music changes people. It makes them more culturally sensitive and aware, and increases their intellectual flexibility and capacity. (Click on the  "Why study music?" tab above to learn more.)

So why not learn to play the music you love?

As a teacher, I customize each student's course of study to help them acheive their goals as a musician and pianist. I believe that anyone can play the piano well with the right teacher helping them. Actually, most musical concepts are only mysterious or difficult until they are explained properly and practiced. (Click on the "My method" tab above for details about my teaching philosophy.)

There are lots of teachers out there to choose from, so whether you want lessons for yourself or your child, consider learning form someone who has made a specialty of teaching both children and adults to play piano and read music. I am willing to provide the flexibility busy kids and working adults need. I do not insist on a regular weekly schedule nor on rigid lesson times, and compared to most other teachers, I am very generous in regard to last minute rescheduling. (Click on the "Lessons" tab above for further details.)

I will help you learn to play any style you want, but I also provide my students with a comprehensive education in all aspects and styles of music, including basic improvisation skills and theory.

I am one of the longest established teachers in Brooklyn with over 20 years of experience. I am an active performer, with a local following and reputation as a teacher, pianist and composer. I have a bachelor's degree in music education as well as a master's and Ph.D. in music. And, I am the only fulltime private teacher in Brooklyn with significant college-level teaching experience. (Click on the "My bio" tab above for my full credentials.)