Jae Han - A4 Collective
Jae Han - A4 Collective

Jae Han - A4 Collective

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Introduction: You can find more information online when you search for "A4 Collective Brooklyn". Jae Kyo Han has devoted his life to pianos through his work as an instructor (Steinway Educational Partner), pianist, piano tuner/technician, apprentice piano rebuilder and founder of A4 Collective. Introduced to the piano when he was four, Jae began to compete early on and continued to do so throughout his musical studies. He regularly received top prizes in statewide and regional competitions, and was a finalist in the 14th Chiang Wen-Yeh International Young Artist Piano Competition. He was also twice selected to perform in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, both times as a winner of the American Fine Arts Festival. For over 10 years Jae has taught music and piano to students of all ages, and believes it is never too late to learn. Rather than one’s age, successful learning relies on a sense of curiosity and the constant desire to improve, as well as a strong teacher-student dynamic. As an instructor, Jae strives to bring joy to his teaching, creating a comfortable environment where mistakes are not avoided and the allure of music is never lost. With decades of performance experience to draw upon, Jae guides students in how to build an effective practice, utilize memorization techniques, apply music theory analysis, as well as develop sight-reading, listening, improvisation, performance and interpretation skills. Curious by nature, Jae is motivated to understand his instrument beyond the realm of performance. Following his graduate studies in classical piano at Mannes School of Music and Manhattan School of Music, Jae apprenticed as a tuner/technician discovering the piano anew from the inside out. After years of training he began maintaining pianos for fellow professional pianists, esteemed recording studios and performance halls. In 2019 Jae met Jimmy Greenfield, the founder of Soapbox Gallery, a multimedia performance space in Brooklyn, and soon became the resident piano technician. Constantly exploring new aspects of piano technology, Jae also works as an assistant to pianist James Carney at his rebuilding workshop in Brooklyn. Their recent projects have included pianos produced by Steinway & Sons, Bösendorfer, Grotrian, Mason & Hamlin, Yamaha and other high-end manufacturers. Jae also ran a music school that served hundreds of students in New York City from 2017-2021. During his time as the school’s director, Jae gained invaluable experience overseeing tens of thousands of lessons and fostering a committed team of professional instructors. Inspired by the mission of Soapbox Gallery, Jae gradually redirected the focus of his work back towards performance and founded A4 Collective in 2022. A4 is the culmination of Jae’a various interactions with the piano, utilizing his insight as a performer, administrator and a technician.
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This pro is a skilled piano technician who provides thorough piano tuning services. Customers praise their professionalism, friendliness, and punctuality. They appreciate the pro's ability to make pianos sound beautiful and their knowledgeable suggestions. Customers also note the pro's flexibility in scheduling and accommodating various piano types.

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Sarah H.
Aug 6, 2023
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Jae is a wonderful piano teacher. He has been giving lessons to my 7 year old son for about a year now and we have had a great experience. Jae is understanding of student’s learning styles and makes lessons engaging and fun for my son. I highly recommend him as a piano teacher! We have also been to see a concert at A4 Collective and it was great as well. Looking forward to attending future performances!

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 30 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Jae Han - A4 Collective's reply
Thank you, Sarah! It’s been a great experience working with your son.
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Kelly F.
Jun 21, 2023
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Jae is amazing & I highly recommend him as a piano teacher! He is very attentive and picks up on tiny things for me to work on that I would never have known to focus on without his feedback. He also helps me break down difficult parts of songs in a way that makes my practice more efficient. From the beginning, Jae helped me identify my personal goals with piano, which include learning to site read, improvisation, and being able to play by ear. I like being able to work on each of these goals at every lesson. I always feel more excited and inspired to continue learning piano after a lesson with Jae. As an adult learner, I don’t always get to practice as much as I would like, but I still find our lessons helpful even when I’m not as prepared. Jae is very creative with lessons and I feel like he truly cares about my progress & experience. A4 Studio also hosts many events, making it a unique place if you’re looking for a piano community. If you’re looking for an excellent, professional, kind piano teacher, Jae is your guy!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Classical • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

Jae Han - A4 Collective's reply
Thank you, Kelly! I really appreciate your thoughtful review.
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Nachelene R.
Oct 30, 2023
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Mr. Han's service is complete, professional and informative by suggesting how best to re-direct the heat away from my piano. Thank you A4 Collective

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 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.

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Danny T.
Sep 5, 2022
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I asked Jae to help me with two piano pieces: one that I've been struggling with, and another that I've always wanted to play. Jae has helped me tackle my "struggle piece" with a different perspective, offering great insights when it comes to my "trouble spots." He's also helped me approach the other piece I want to learn with confidence and clear guidance. Overall, he's extremely patient when you're struggling, and offers plenty of encouragement + respectful/helpful criticism throughout the lesson. Aside from being an awesome person, Jae's lessons are also impressively organized and thorough. I've practiced with him remotely, and I really appreciate how he organizes his screen so you can A. observe him playing from all angles and B. see his notes on the piece you're playing. It's as close to in-person lessons as you can get through a screen. Moreover, you can count on the fact that you're working with a skilled pianist: Jae's knowledge and expertise are both evident. Name any classical piece you want to play, and he has it at the ready... along with a profound understanding of the composition. Since I play piano casually / as a hobby, I've only thus far had two lessons with Jae. But both have been extremely fulfilling and beneficial. Jae is also extremely accommodating when it comes to scheduling with him. Highly recommend!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • Remotely (phone or internet)

Jae Han - A4 Collective's reply
Thank you, Danny, for your thorough and kind review. Although we've only had two lessons, I already appreciate your positive attitude and openness to new interpretations and techniques. Looking forward to our next session!
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Sydney A.
Dec 1, 2023
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Jae is such a great teacher! He listens to your questions throughly and takes his time to give you best response and feedback! I really enjoyed that we learned songs I wanted to play, he is the best definitely recommend!

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No, the student cannot read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

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