1^st lesson free

Cecilia

Rate $35
Response 1h

$35/h

1^st lesson free

Piano
Keyboard
Synthesizer

Experienced piano teacher with 6 years of teaching background and a Licentiate of Music in Piano degree helping students reach their musical goals.

Piano
Keyboard
Synthesizer

Lesson location

- At Cecilia's house: San Jose
- online
- at your home or a public place : will travel up to 40 mi. from San Jose

About Cecilia

"Music is far more than just black and white keys on a page. With 6 years of experience and a Licentiate of Music in Piano, I see the instrument as a canvas for storytelling. I love helping students connect literature, vivid imagery, and deep emotion to the pieces they play. In our lessons, we do not just practice notes. We explore how a melody can paint a picture, search for the hidden mood in a song, and use phrasing to tell a story.

This creative approach is perfect for imaginative learners and sensitive souls who want to play with real feeling. I once had a student who struggled to connect with a classical piece until we compared the melody to a stormy sea from her favorite book. Suddenly, her playing came alive with drama and purpose. We look at music through the lens of symbolism, turning technical exercises into colorful emotional journeys. If you want to move beyond just reading notes and start truly expressing your inner world, I invite you to join me and explore the piano as a beautiful language of the heart."

About the lesson

"I believe that learning the piano is a deeply personal journey that should be tailored to what you want to achieve. Whether you are aiming to ace your next classical grade exam or simply want to unwind after work with your favorite songs, I design my lessons to support your specific path. We will focus on building a strong technical foundation while keeping the process enjoyable and stress-free. In our sessions, we explore creative concepts like chord voicing and rhythmic grooves to help you understand how music is put together. We also dive into jazz improvisation and playing by ear so you can feel confident creating your own sounds without always needing sheet music.

I remember a student who wanted to pass a demanding classical exam but felt completely overwhelmed by the technical requirements. We broke the pieces down into smaller goals and combined them with fun ear-training games to rebuild her confidence. She passed with high marks because we focused on steady progress rather than cramming. For my adult students who play for fun, I make sure the lessons feel like a relaxing creative outlet instead of another chore on the to-do list. We work on music you actually love, using familiar songs to teach complex rhythm and harmony. My ultimate goal is to give you the practical skills and confidence you need to express yourself freely on the keys."

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5h: $175
10h: $350

online

$35/h

free lessons

This first lesson offered with Cecilia will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

Experienced piano teacher with 6 years of teaching background and a Licentiate of Music in Piano degree helping students reach their musical goals.

Lesson location

About Cecilia

About the lesson

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online

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Experienced piano teacher with 6 years of teaching background and a Licentiate of Music in Piano degree helping students reach their musical goals.

Lesson location

About Cecilia

About the lesson

Rates

Rate

Pack rates

online

free lessons

Other tutors in Piano

Samantha

Shelby

Celeste

Margaret

Autumn

Brittany

Ella

Penelope

San

Eleanor

Shirley

Elena

Carl

Greta

Yamini

Toby Samantha

Galina

Sharvil

Soroosh

Zhu

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