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About
My name Is Jack Gruber and I would love to work with you! A few things about myself: I was accepted out of the whole state of Maryland to be the sole All State Jazz Pianist. I played on VEVO Dscvr with renowned pop artist Zara Larrson. I have played for Vevo DSCVR I also hold a BM in piano performance from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music and a Masters from Manhattan School of Music in New York City. I have over 15 years of playing experience and 9 years of teaching experience. I work with the student to develop a lesson plan tailored to their interests and ensure they get as much as possible out of each lesson.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 41 times
Serves New York, NY
Background checked
1 employee
14 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 9:00 pmMon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.
Top Pro status
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2025
2023
Services offered
Musical style
Pop
Jazz
Work location
My customers travel to me
I travel to my customers
I work remotely (phone or internet)
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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18 reviews
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Rachel M.
Apr 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Jack is awesome. He is very skilled as a player AND as a teacher.
During my first lesson, he was able to quickly assess my level of ability, asked me great questions about what I wanted to learn, and jumped right into exercises I can tell are going to improve my playing. Plus he wrote it all down and a very easy to understand and access way so I can practice at home.
He said nice things when I got things right and didn’t make me feel crappy when I made mistakes. Plus, it was fun to make the trip up to his place for the lesson.
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Details: 45 - 64 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Piano Lessons
Nick B.
Jun 3, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
I just had my fifth jazz pianolesson with Jack. I cannot be happier! He is a delight to work with! You can tell he has a passion for teaching. He is knowledgeable and patient and was quickly able to figure out what level of playing I am at and tailor the lessons to my needs. My playing is already much improved. I am interested in playing jazz standards and currently at a late beginner/early intermediate level.
I was a little concerned about trying to do pianolessons by Zoom but it has worked out great! For my first lesson I had my computer camera pointed to see me and my keyboard, but this proved unnecessary because his ear is so good, he can tell what I am playing just by listening. So now I just have the computer camera facing me like a normal Zoom call.
Details: 65 years or older • Yes, the student can read music • 2 - 4 yrs of formal training • Jazz • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • Remotely (phone or internet)
Piano Lessons
Noah K.
Dec 3, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Wonderful Piano Teacher!! I’ve been teaching myself to play piano for quite some time but it didn’t really lead me anywhere but after meeting Jack my piano skills have improved greatly. Jack is very patient and kind and fun! He knows what I need to learn and practice. If you need a jazz piano teacher, I highly recommend Jack!
Details: 18 - 25 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training • Jazz • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Piano Lessons
Ethan K.
Aug 12, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
Jack is a great pianist and he’s very passionate about it. If you have the desire to learn, he will be able to teach and guide you.
Details: 26 - 44 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Jazz • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
Piano Lessons
Cruz N.
Sep 7, 2018
I really loved our lessons! Jack is very concise in his explanations and never fails to make them interesting. I feel that my piano skills have increased exponentially from when we started. I continue to to see myself improve every day thanks to the knowledge he gave me.
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Jack Gruber
FAQs
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to start with a discussion of their goals, and adjust my lesson plans to ensure we are always working toward them!
FYI: I'm unable to accept NJ students in-person at this time, but am happily to teach them remotely!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Bachelor of Fine Arts from The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music
Master of Music from Manhattan School of Music
What types of customers have you worked with?
One who was so inspired by our lessons, he moved to LA under the stage name "Franke" to pursue a full-time career in music. His music videos and can be seen on youtube with over 5 million views. I have developed successful practice methods that can keep students interested while improving their skill exponentially. My experience playing multiple genres makes me a versatile teacher that can tailor his lesson plan to whatever the student's goals are in music. I have had many other students over the years as well and have had a wonderful and professional relationship with each of them.
