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Todd

5 (2 reviews)

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Number of students Todd has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (2 reviews)

$90/h

1^st lesson free

Piano

Experienced tutor in Piano in Los Angeles, Todd offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Piano

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- At Todd's house: Los Angeles
- online
- at your home or a public place : will travel up to 20 mi. from Los Angeles

About Todd

As an accomplished pianist and multi-instrumentalist with six years of teaching experience, my ultimate goal is to awaken and nurture a student's interest in music, and spark a lifelong passion in them.

I specialize in piano but offer lessons on several instruments as well. I also teach classical/pop/jazz music theory, songwriting, music production, and more.

My teaching style is highly personalized depending on the student's interests and goals, and I take a positive, kind, and encouraging approach to teaching.

I have performed in 23 countries across four continents, and hold two music degrees: A Bachelor's in Composition, and a Master's in Piano Performance.

Apart from that, I am proud of the breadth of my study. I have spent time in the worlds of Classical, Jazz, Pop, Funk, Bluegrass, Country, and Worship music.

My teaching style is also highly informed by Alexander Technique, which I studied while pursuing my Master's Degree. I utilize my knowledge in the area to teach students how to get better at learning, develop great technique, and prevent performance related injuries.

Whether just starting out or prepping for a competition, I have both the drive and experience to help :)

While in graduate school I began teaching to supplement my income. It gradually became my main source of income and still is.

Bachelor’s in Music Composition, Ohio Wesleyan University Class of 2015

Studied under Composers Clint Needham and Jennifer Jolley, Pianist Gulimina Mahamuti

Master’s in Piano Performance, West Chester University of PA Class of 2018

Studied under Pianist, Alexander Technique Instructor Robert Bedford

20 years of Piano experience

12 years of Guitar experience

About the lesson

During the first meeting I like to get to know the student, learn about their own interests and experiences, as well as their own goals. For younger students, the goals of the parents are quite important as well.

After that I begin with simple songs, and i always try to pick an easy version of a song a student likes by the 2nd or 3rd lesson. I often write arrangements for my students based on their progression. By around that time, I usually also asses if the student will benefit from studying a book method (and which), or if that is not necessary.

Children ages 4+. Teens. Adults through seniors. Students with special needs. Non-pianist musicians. Pianists wanting to learn guitar.

Be patient while you are learning. It is true that the more you put in (hard work), the more you get out (fast progress). BUT what is more important than that is perseverance, NOT QUITTING! A former teacher of mine used to say.. ”all you REALLY need to do is show up”.

Just today during an online lesson on Zoom, a young student asked if he could create his own version of a song we were working on. (Of course, I am always encouraging him to write music - and of course the answer was yes!)

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Great questions for a prospective teacher:

”What is your favorite style of teaching?”

“What would you like to know about me?”

Great things to tell your prospective teacher:

Your goals, your favorite songs/bands/singers/movies/shows ETC!

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Anna
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Perfect! My son was very engaged during the trial lesson with Todd and we are continuing with lessons with him. He was kind and knowledgeable and had a good background with classical piano as well as other genres to expand my son's interest. He shared solid teaching philosophy and we hope that he will inspire our son with a different approach to lessons than he's had in the past.
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Anna

Perfect! My son was very engaged during the trial lesson with Todd and we are continuing with lessons with him. He was kind and knowledgeable and had a good background with classical piano as well as other genres to expand my son's interest. He shared solid teaching philosophy and we hope that he will inspire our son with a different approach to lessons than he's had in the past.
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Erin

Todd's extensive knowledge and genuine passion for music make him an outstanding teacher! I really appreciate his ability to make piano lessons both enjoyable and effective. My son always came home from lessons excited to show me what he’d learned that day- which is really saying something!

Todd's kind nature and patience creates a warm, welcoming learning environment that puts both kids (and parents!) at ease. If you're searching for a piano teacher who can inspire and educate your child, while keeping things fun and engaging, Todd is the perfect choice!
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Erin
Todd's extensive knowledge and genuine passion for music make him an outstanding teacher! I really appreciate his ability to make piano lessons both enjoyable and effective. My son always came home from lessons excited to show me what he’d learned that day- which is really saying something!

Todd's kind nature and patience creates a warm, welcoming learning environment that puts both kids (and parents!) at ease. If you're searching for a piano teacher who can inspire and educate your child, while keeping things fun and engaging, Todd is the perfect choice!
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Parker

Sheila

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Jeanne

Zura

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