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Paul Howard Burns, Piano Instruction and Coaching

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About
Very few pianists in the Detroit metro area were as fortunate as myself to have studied with the late Prof. Boris Maximovich at Wayne State University. He was the most extraordinary piano instructor I have ever known and imparted the "Arm-Weight Piano Technique" to me during eight years of advanced study. The ability to transfer my musical knowledge to students one-on-one, helping them solve problems to improve their piano-playing makes the whole experience of teaching very enjoyable!
Overview

Hired 31 times

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Business hours

Sun11:00 am - 8:00 pmMon11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Services offered
Subjects of interest

Fundamentals (pitch, rhythm, chords, etc.)

Harmonization

Counterpoint

Music subjects (notation, analysis, ear training)

Level of experience

No experience

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Instrument student plays

Piano

Cello

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Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for punctuality, work quality, and value.

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Lisa B.

Dec 7, 2014

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My 9 year old son has been taking lessons for a few months now with Mr. Burns. He had previously been with another teacher but she fell ill and we had to find someone else. Mr. Burns was able to pick up where my son had left off while still going back to certain basics and making sure my son develops a good foundation. He is the type of teacher who will spend time to have the student develop good practice skills such as working on hand/wrist positions, choosing the best fingering, learning each hand separately, and playing slowly until he or she is confident to progress to a faster speed. I believe his techniques will make my son a much better pianist in the long run. Mr. Burns is very pleasant, on time, and respectful. I would highly recommend him as a piano instructor.
Piano Lessons
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Sarah B.

Mar 7, 2015

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I was extremely nervous to start piano lessons as an adult and being a rather reserved person I knew that getting the wrong piano instructor would be a major setback in my learning. I feel truly lucky to have found Paul. He is very professional and consistent in his teaching, and also such a wonderful person. He takes his teaching and my goals very seriously and as a result I have felt my own perseverance and drive to learn piano increase. But Paul always lets me go at my own pace and builds upon and solidifies what I am currently working with. I highly recommend Paul for anyone who is serious about learning piano and is looking for someone who will get them towards this goal.
Piano Lessons
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Cnady H.

Oct 20, 2012

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Piano Lessons
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Karen E.

Oct 15, 2015

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Piano Lessons (for children or teenagers)
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Kathryn P.

Feb 24, 2016

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Paul has been a patient, encouraging and informative piano teacher. As an adult re-learning the piano, I was looking for a teacher who would bring a more mature curriculum as well as someone who has experience teaching adults. Paul is truly a great teacher- I look forward to working with him for a long time!
Piano Lessons (for adults)
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Paul Burns

FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    I will only accept new students within a 5-10 mile radius of Auburn Hills, Michigan. In order to get started with your piano lessons, you must have a piano with a weighted, full-size, 88-key keyboard that is functional.

  • What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

    I have Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Piano Performance as well as 45+ years of teaching and performance experience.

  • What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

    Only that you need to set aside enough time to practice the piano each day and develop the patience to work toward your goal. I guarantee that if you follow my advice and guidance, you will make the kind of progress you desire.