Danny Ashkenasi
Danny Ashkenasi

Danny Ashkenasi

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Introduction: I am a composer / performer / teaching artist with over 30 years experience. I work as an actor and musician and educator. I have composed over a dozen produced musicals, operas and chamber works. I teach in public schools, mentoring students of all ages to create their own music theater works. I teach beginner and intermediate piano as well as music composition privately. The beginner piano lesson plan I use includes a traditional classical approach, employing the most effective beginner piano program I have encountered. It is a step by step approach that develops finger coordination and musical literacy in a smart, logical fashion that works very well for children and adult beginners alike. For intermediate players we will assess at which level the student is playing, what music most interests the student, and what music will be most effective in addressing the student's current needs for improvement. I also design lessons / teach music responding to students' tastes and individual goals. This can include any musical style or piece the student wishes to learn, encompassing techniques from classical to pop to jazz to modern to improvisation. Music composition lessons focus specifically on the student's interests and goals, and can be a component of a regular piano lesson too. Ultimately every student follows a lesson plan specifically designed for their needs and interests. The base prices for 30/45/60 minute sessions are for lessons at my Park Slope location (near the Union Street / Grand Army Plaza / 7th Avenue / Barclay Center subway stations). For home visits a travel surcharge between $5-$10 may be applied. I enjoy the one on one interaction with the student, tracking measurable improvement and success and mentoring students to develop their own voice as music artists. I enjoy helping the student discover their individual musical interests and helping them meet and excel their musical goals.
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Katherine M.
Sep 28, 2017
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Nothing but positive feedback here! I’ve been taking piano lessons from Danny for about 3 months now, and I’m so pleased with him as an instructor! He is kind and patient yet also demanding. I leave each lesson feeling inspired to keep practicing and optimistic about my musical future.
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John Z.
Nov 21, 2016
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I've been learning piano with Danny for a little over a month and have been very happy with his teaching. He has motivated me to practice regularly and while keeping the sessions fun has also pushed me to take on more difficult pieces.
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Alyce F.
Jun 9, 2016
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I have a big audition for which I needed the piano instrumentals of a song in a different key. I couldn't find the piano instrumental version anywhere on the internet and was incredibly lucky to find Danny on Thumbtack. We spoke on the phone and I let him know that I needed a piano accompaniment of 'King of Anything' by Sara Bareilles in e flat AND that I needed it within 5-6 days. Danny was incredibly professional and understood exactly what I needed. He delivered to me in 4 days both a WAV and mp3 recording of the piano accompaniment that sounds amazing! It's exactly what I was looking for. I will definitely work with him in the future and would highly recommend him.
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Julian L.
Jul 16, 2014
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We first met Danny when he taught music at our Children's elementary school. We were so impressed by the work he did with our older son's class, that we hired him to teach piano to all three of our children. He has been with us a little over a year. He has developed a great rapport with all three of our children, and he tailors his instruction to meet the needs of each one. He is always on time and very organized.
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Viola K.
May 5, 2018
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Highly qualified teacher who takes his work seriously. Always on time. My children like him very much. He manages children well and motivates them to practice.

Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 2 - 4 yrs of formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 minutes • As soon as possible • The piano teacher travels to me

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