“The piano keys are black and white
but they sound like
a million colors in your mind.”
– Maria Cristina Mena
“The piano as a medium for expression is a whole world by itself. No other instrument can fill or replace its own say in the world of emotion, sentiment, poetry, imagery and fancy”
– Leopold Godowsky
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From 2016-2018, I hosted recitals on Coronado's public "Sit A Spell and Play a Tune!" pianos on the street!
They were removed during the Pandemic
They were removed during the Pandemic
I love helping people to follow their curiosity, learn, and achieve their goals. Whether your goals are to just to learn a new skill, explore the basics of music theory, develop techniques to one day perform in a band or orchestra, perform your favorite classical or popular pieces, create your own compositions, or simply enjoy the making of music, I can give you the feedback you need and confidence you deserve while teaching you step by step how to read the intricate and beautiful language of sheet music. I have experience with teaching all ages from 4 to 70 with a wide variety of goals.
One of the most obvious benefits of playing the piano is that it helps to improve coordination and fine motor skills. A pianist must use both hands to play, often in different sequences, which can help to develop better hand-eye coordination. In addition, playing the piano can also help to improve memory and concentration. This is because players need to remember not only which keys to press, but also the order in which they need to be pressed. As a result, regular piano practice can help to refine mental focus, enhance memory power, develop patience and discipline. Further, playing the piano can be a great way to unwind and relieve stress. The act of playing music can be very soothing, and listening to relaxing piano tunes can help to lower blood pressure and heart rate.
I can help you select repertoire that is suited to your level. With over 10 years of experience taking piano lessons, I began playing the piano at age seven and advanced to honors recitals Level 9 of Certificate of Merit through the Music Teachers' Association of California (MTAC). I have been teaching private piano lessons at home and online (recommended for students 7 and up via FaceTime, Skype, and Zoom) since 2016. I also have a California Teaching Credential in the Arts.
I cater your learning experience based on your preferences at your level. I combine theory, technique, practice, counting, vocabulary, and performance pieces. I use a variety of materials like flashcards and book series to teach classical, folk, jazz, pop, and sacred styles: Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, Bastien Basics, Bastien & Bastien, Faber’s Piano Adventures, FunTime Faber & Faber, Piano for the Older Beginner, and Alfred Masterworks.
My students love the patience, kindness, respect, and honesty that I bring to each lesson. Demonstrating each piece, we often have fun singing along, playing duets and adding games or flashcards to aid in understanding. Although playing and making music should be a fun experience, it also requires patience, discipline and self-awareness. Students need a piano or keyboard at home and are expected to practice a minimum of an hour a week at home.
Every student has the opportunity to participate in our 2 Zoom Recitals each year in which they can share their performance pieces with the rest of my 20-30 students.
One of the most obvious benefits of playing the piano is that it helps to improve coordination and fine motor skills. A pianist must use both hands to play, often in different sequences, which can help to develop better hand-eye coordination. In addition, playing the piano can also help to improve memory and concentration. This is because players need to remember not only which keys to press, but also the order in which they need to be pressed. As a result, regular piano practice can help to refine mental focus, enhance memory power, develop patience and discipline. Further, playing the piano can be a great way to unwind and relieve stress. The act of playing music can be very soothing, and listening to relaxing piano tunes can help to lower blood pressure and heart rate.
I can help you select repertoire that is suited to your level. With over 10 years of experience taking piano lessons, I began playing the piano at age seven and advanced to honors recitals Level 9 of Certificate of Merit through the Music Teachers' Association of California (MTAC). I have been teaching private piano lessons at home and online (recommended for students 7 and up via FaceTime, Skype, and Zoom) since 2016. I also have a California Teaching Credential in the Arts.
I cater your learning experience based on your preferences at your level. I combine theory, technique, practice, counting, vocabulary, and performance pieces. I use a variety of materials like flashcards and book series to teach classical, folk, jazz, pop, and sacred styles: Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, Bastien Basics, Bastien & Bastien, Faber’s Piano Adventures, FunTime Faber & Faber, Piano for the Older Beginner, and Alfred Masterworks.
My students love the patience, kindness, respect, and honesty that I bring to each lesson. Demonstrating each piece, we often have fun singing along, playing duets and adding games or flashcards to aid in understanding. Although playing and making music should be a fun experience, it also requires patience, discipline and self-awareness. Students need a piano or keyboard at home and are expected to practice a minimum of an hour a week at home.
Every student has the opportunity to participate in our 2 Zoom Recitals each year in which they can share their performance pieces with the rest of my 20-30 students.
“There are eighty-eight keys on a piano
and within that,
an entire universe.”
― James Rhodes
My 6-Year Old Student is Composing a Song Called Change of Sound!
Pricing for 1 Lesson Per Week:
30 minutes= $30
45 minutes= $45
60 Minutes= $60
Weekly Payments PREFERRED, but Monthly Payments or Lesson packages are Also Acceptable
Accepted Payments Methods: Venmo, Cash, Check, PayPal, Zelle
My first piano recital 1990
“Life is like a piano.
What you get out of it depends on
how you play it.”
– Tom Lehrer
Reviews
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By Cynthia
4/2020
She is great with piano and she is very kind.
By Cynthia
4/2020
She is great with piano and she is very kind.
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By Jean
9/2019
Hannah is a lovely person to be with and a really nice teacher.
By Jean
9/2019
Hannah is a lovely person to be with and a really nice teacher.
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By Lynn
7/2019
Hannah is very dependable and patient with her students. A true professional...
By Lynn
7/2019
Hannah is very dependable and patient with her students. A true professional...
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By Sara
5/2019
Ms Hannah is wonderful! My son really enjoys having her as a teacher. She's pushed him to try new pieces of classical music that are challenging, but ones he recognizes and enjoys. Her love for music and the arts shines through and her students pick up on it. Thank you, Ms Hannah!
By Sara
5/2019
Ms Hannah is wonderful! My son really enjoys having her as a teacher. She's pushed him to try new pieces of classical music that are challenging, but ones he recognizes and enjoys. Her love for music and the arts shines through and her students pick up on it. Thank you, Ms Hannah!
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By Jason
12/2018
Hannah is great! I'm an older beginner and I thoroughly enjoy the lessons and look forward to continuing with her.
By Jason
12/2018
Hannah is great! I'm an older beginner and I thoroughly enjoy the lessons and look forward to continuing with her.
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By Peter
9/2018
Hannah is wonderful and very, very patient.
By Peter
9/2018
Hannah is wonderful and very, very patient.
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By Lan
8/2018
Hannah has been teaching my Daughter Piano the past year and has been a true gem. Patient, helpful, and fun.
By Lan
8/2018
Hannah has been teaching my Daughter Piano the past year and has been a true gem. Patient, helpful, and fun.
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By Dominique
4/2018
I arranged piano lessons for my mother with Hannah and it was a great experience all around. Very professional and attentive to the specific needs of her student. Highly recommended!
By Dominique
4/2018
I arranged piano lessons for my mother with Hannah and it was a great experience all around. Very professional and attentive to the specific needs of her student. Highly recommended!
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By Khloe
1/2017
The girls absolutely adore her...they can't wait for Hannah to come every week for their lessons!
By Khloe
1/2017
The girls absolutely adore her...they can't wait for Hannah to come every week for their lessons!
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By Sarah
7/2016
Piano, In studio I love having Hannah as my piano teacher. She is incredibly kind, patient, and considerate. She is superb at customizing the lessons to my interests and her positive attitude empowers me though challenging pieces. I trust her implicitly to provide the best music has to offer and I look forward to learning new topics and techniques each week. I give her my highest recommendation.
By Sarah
7/2016
Piano, In studio I love having Hannah as my piano teacher. She is incredibly kind, patient, and considerate. She is superb at customizing the lessons to my interests and her positive attitude empowers me though challenging pieces. I trust her implicitly to provide the best music has to offer and I look forward to learning new topics and techniques each week. I give her my highest recommendation.