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B Sharp Piano Studio

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Suzanne Dawson, 40+ years of experience M.M. Piano Pedagogy and Performance With more than four decades of professional teaching experience and advanced degrees in Piano Pedagogy and Performance, I offer thoughtful , structured instruction tailored to each student's goals and learning style. My studio emphasizes healthy technique, musical understanding, and joyful progress. I welcome motivated students of all ages - from six, to adults beginning or returning to the piano - and design lessons to build both technical skill, lasting confidence, and both classical and contemporary fluency. I work best with students and families who value regular practice and steady growth. My formal training includes a Master of Music degree in Piano Performance and a Bachelors degree in Piano Pedagogy and Performance, along with postgraduate studies in jazz, composition, and songwriting. I am also a published composer. I hold national certification with the American Music Teachers Association, and I'm the current president of the New Mexico Federation of Music Clubs and regularly encourage my students to participate in the annual Gold Cup Junior Festival. Monthly sessions include three private lessons - 30, 45, or 60 minutes depending on age and level - and one group performance class at no extra charge. I am happy to meet with you before you decide on a teacher.
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Hired 12 times

Serves Albuquerque, NM

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49 years in business

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SunClosedMon1:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Travis B.

Sep 1, 2015

Suzanne has been the piano teach for two of our children. She's very professional, great with the kids, and flexible to work with. An I enjoy hearing our kids play great music that they've learned studying under her.
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Tyler G.

Feb 1, 2017

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There for an hour that felt like 5 minutes, and out the door with more experience and interest in piano than I thought I'd ever have. I rarely meet teachers this welcoming, patient, professional, and attentive. Well-qualified, and it shows.
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Daniel W.

May 18, 2015

Piano lessons with Ms. Suzanne were amazing! She helped me stay organized and focused without being too strict of difficult with the practice planner and metronome policing. The best thing about taking lessons with Ms. Suzanne is that she always finds pieces that I enjoy, helping em stay motivated and excited about piano for years! Additionally, she teaches all the theory and knowledge required to compose original songs, and will work with students of all ages to put together a piece that they have created from the ground up. Taking lessons with her was one of the highlights of growing up, and has inspired me to keep playing long into the future! Hands down, the best way to learn piano in the state! -Daniel Washington, Aeronautics and astronautics B.S. Candidate
B Sharp Piano Studio's reply
Daniel, what a character you are! Metronome policing? I guess you're right about that! I'm sure you know by now, how important it is too. ;) Thanks for taking the time away from your studies to review my studio! Always so very proud of you.
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Jean-Luc C.

May 18, 2015

Gentle, patient, and yet demanding, Suzanne is a wonderful piano teacher. With her vast experience and her great musical abilities, she has made a significant difference in the lives of each of our three children for the last 11 years, nurturing their love of music and inspiring them to play and even to compose. Suzanne emphasizes not just technique and rhythm, but also ear development. Our family loves Suzanne, we could not have found a better piano teacher!
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Thank you so much Jean-Luc
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Jana D.

May 20, 2015

I could not have asked for a better piano teacher. Not only did I acquire a solid foundation of traditional piano repertoire, theory, scales, chords, sight reading, and the like, but I was also pushed to explore. Being able to foster creativity in a vast array of musical styles and practices is a rare gift because it takes not only heart and encouragement but also the skills and knowledge to share such variety with students. Suzanne exemplifies a perfect balance of the two sides of the musical coin. I can honestly say that I would not be studying to become a music teacher without having her as a model and mentor!
B Sharp Piano Studio's reply
Jana! You don't know how much it means to know one has inspired a student to pursue his or her talents with as much passion as you have. God Bless You!
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