1st lesson free
Desiree
- Rate $36
- Response 1h
$36/h
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1st lesson free
- Piano
- Keyboard
- Synthesizer
Piano Education Mentor Helping Students Build Technical Confidence, Musical Creativity, and Expressive Playing with a Doctor of Philosophy in Piano Education and 9 Years of Experience.
- Piano
- Keyboard
- Synthesizer
Lesson location
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At Desiree's house: Portland
- online
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at your home or a public place : will travel up to 40 mi. from Portland
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About Desiree
I am a piano tutor with 9 years of experience and a Doctor of Philosophy in Piano Education. I enjoy helping students discover their musical potential through organized lessons and supportive instruction.
My teaching approach focuses on patience, creativity, and clear explanations. I adapt every lesson to individual learning styles so students continue progressing with confidence and enjoyment.
Outside teaching, I enjoy composing educational piano music, accompanying choirs, and studying international piano repertoire. These experiences help me create engaging lessons filled with practical musical ideas.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My piano lessons help students understand music through enjoyable learning and structured practice. We study note reading, rhythm, scales, chord patterns, finger independence, pedal control, sight reading, musical dynamics, coordination, and expressive interpretation using practical exercises and engaging repertoire. Every lesson encourages confidence while supporting steady improvement.
As students continue progressing, we explore improvisation, accompaniment styles, duet playing, ear training, recital preparation, musical phrasing, interpretation, and effective practice planning. I provide encouraging feedback that helps learners become more confident, creative, and independent musicians.
My goal is to help students develop both technical ability and artistic expression while enjoying every lesson. Every class builds musical understanding, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for piano.
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Rates
Rate
- $36
Pack rates
- 5h: $180
- 10h: $360
online
- $36/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Desiree will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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