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The Piano Tutor

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For over 20 years I have been a private teacher in piano, voice and music theory to students of all ages and levels. I am a graduate of the Eastman School of Music in piano performance and the Royal Academy of Music in London in piano teaching. As a choral and orchestral conductor in Toronto and Montreal, I have conducted over 100 works with professional orchestras including 23 performances of Handel's MESSIAH. In Toronto, Barry Snyder of the Artist Faculty at the Eastman School of Music, performed three concertos under my direction. Working with a high school and college choir in Toronto, we did many performances of Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. My vocal students in the Rochester area have had solo parts at Geva Theatre, McQuaid High School, and Pittsford Musicals. In October 2016, one of my former vocal students was the lead in the production of SWEENEY TODD at Brighton High School. My teaching style aims to develop the students talent into the best talent he or she can be. Working with the student and or parent, we can reschedule lessons if there is a school event or personal conflict. Success is to enjoy the lessons, and see improvements while receiving constant encouragement and support from the tutor. My commitment is to give ..... the student receives. The development of the talent is my enjoyment!
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Band

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Guitar

Piano

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Wedding reception

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Holiday party

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Pop / top 40

Rock / classic rock

Jazz / Blues

Mariachi

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.

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Maritza C.

Jul 13, 2019

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Tom was the perfect tutor for our grandson. He was engaging, and fun. The material as presented in a fun way and music selections were exactly what our grandson wanted to play. Will hire him again when the kid visit the area. It was amazing how much was accomplished in five lessons.

Details: 10 - 13 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • What the teacher recommends • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

Piano Lessons
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Patrick M.

Oct 10, 2016

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As a 27 year old whose musical experiences have been limited to snapping his fingers to songs on the radio, I thought my time to learn tempo and rhythm was long behind me. But taking piano with Tom changed my mind. He's an effective teacher with a personalized practice style that made me feel confident and comfortable. Not only did he teach me the basics of sight reading and finger position, but he also encouraged me to try more difficult material - and surprisingly, I was able to play a lot of those songs. It's a very proud moment when I can complete a piece that, weeks earlier, intimidated me with all its musical signatures. I owe that progress to Tom. I would recommend him to anyone, of any age, without hesitation. Thanks Tom!
Piano Lessons (for adults)
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Chad R.

Mar 11, 2019

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Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a piano • 30 minutes • The piano teacher travels to me

Piano Lessons
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Emma V.

Mar 27, 2018

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Hello, My name is Emma and I am 18 years old. Tom and I have created a great relationship over the past few months. We have been working together since October 9th and have learned repertoire by Brahms, Bernstein, Barber, and Durante. He prepared me for my college auditions and supported me the whole time. He is more than just a voice teacher, he is one of my biggest supporters. One of the best things about Tom is that we can have a very productive lesson but then also just talk about life forever. He cares about each and every one of his students, so much that he builds a relationship with them. Due to my lessons with Tom I have been accepted at Suny Potsdam at the CRANE school of music and the Ithaca school of music. He prepared me for all scenarios so that when something went wrong I knew how to handle it. I would highly recommend Tom to anyone looking to play piano or voice training.
Singing Lessons
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Anand N.

Jul 10, 2020

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Details: 10 - 13 years old • Yes, the student can read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Classical • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Piano Lessons
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