Evyn Surrency

Introduction: Do you want to learn to play the piano? I say "go for it!" No matter what your age, I can teach you how. I've been a professional pianist for 30 years, and have a strong passion for teaching others to make beautiful music. With classical training as my foundation, I am proficient in many styles of music, including pop, rock, country, Broadway and more. As everyone learns differently, I customize my teaching style to fit the needs and wants of my students. In addition to teaching the technical aspects of playing piano, along with the music theory behind it, I step beyond, coaching and encouraging students to emote, adding the all-important element of expressing emotions through music. In addition to teaching piano, I also work with vocalists who want to learn the basics of reading music and emoting. My studio is located in the Pinellas Point area at Lakewood United Methodist Church. Depending on location and time of day, I am also available to come to your home for lessons. Other areas of specialty include: * Teaching other pianists the art of accompanying * Music theory tutoring * Vocal coaching - preparing for auditions and/or performing * Songwriting skills * Reading lead sheets * Improvisation Anyone can make music as long as the desire is there!