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Hi -
My piano lessons are truly goal-changing (you can reach for more). I teach music as a language, giving the student specific exercises to place in the subconscious. These are serious lessons, but it's all about joy. I want you to succeed.
Once you can "speak" music, music is effortless and fun (See Kenny Werner).
Currently, I'm only teaching on Zoom. All my regular students have free access to my online JazzSkills for Piano course. My lessons are 45 minutes. I teach in an organized Step-by-Step approach. The goal is to create a spontaneous, creative and meaningful music language in the subconscious. It Works!
Special: First lesson is $50 (reg $70). Let's talk. I teach both classical and jazz. I have a Masters Degree in classical piano and I am an active jazz performer and author of books and online courses.
My main interest is teaching pianists to improvise music. That is the most fun and life-changing. I'm only interested in teaching students who are serious about achieving their musical goals. I am happy to discuss your music goals and my teaching methods.
--Martan 🙂
P.S. I am very passionate about performing and teaching piano. Music is my life. I believe that playing music gives us much joy and balance in our life. I sincerely want music to change your life.
🎹 😊 ❤️ 🎵 🎼 📞 👍 🌷 🎹 😊 ❤️ 🎵 🎼 📞 👍 🌷
Overview
Hired 11 times
Serves Boulder Creek, CA
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56 years in business
Business hours
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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, value, and work quality.
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Dan K.
Sep 15, 2020
Working with Martan is great! He completely loves what he does, and that passion flows through his lessons. The workload is hefty, but it has to be if you want to learn to play piano - there is so much to know. Martan knows it, and he very much wants his students to know it. I wish I had more personal time to improve my skills as quickly as his lessons deserve it, but I work with what I have and have been improving steadily.
Daniel D.
Sep 15, 2020
Martan is a great teacher. He is knows the theory and has the practical skills to teach piano. He also adjusts the class to fit my interests (learning how to compose and improvise) and he is constantly trying to make learning fun. Martan is super friendly and flexible, and I really appreciate that he got a remote setup super quick just after the pandemic started so that we can still have our classes.
Andrew C.
Sep 27, 2020
Martan is an incredibly valuable teacher. I have learned so much already, learning the basics which are setting me up to be a great piano player. I look forward to our lessons every week!
Jorie J.
Feb 1, 2023
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A great first experience with pianolessons since I was a child - planning on working with him for a while.
Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Dave B.
Sep 25, 2016
Martan is a fabulous teacher! He focuses on jazz and blues piano, but is happy to help students with any piano topic. Highly recommended!
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Martan Mann
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$65 for a 45 minute lesson. Most lessons are weekly.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I teach 45 min. lessons. The lessons develop essential skills in the subconscious. This is like learning a new language. If you study consistently, you will be able to improvise on the piano. You will know the joy of music.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
MA in Classical Piano. I've authored three books on jazz improvisation and am the creator of the online piano course, JazzSkills for Piano. You will have a complimentary subscription to JSFP if you study regularly with me.
