Piano lessons in Berlin. Learn to improvise! (english)

From 42 € /h

Hey there =)

Interested in learning piano?
Or improving your songwriting or producing?

Maybe you are a complete beginner, or maybe you already know a lot and you’d like to expand your skills with some guidance and accountability. I am happy to share what I know with anyone. All ages & skill levels are welcome!

Lessons can include:
Learning songs & how to practice effectively
Understanding harmony and music theory
Playing by ear and listening skills
Scales, exercises, and proper technique
Chord voicings & harmonic wizardry
How to improvise
and more =)

I like to give my students the tools to teach themselves and I believe learning music can be fun and engaging, even when beginning.

I'll ask, 'what do you want to be able to do with the piano?' And then I can help you make a plan for how to get there.

I have a jazz background and I love to improvise. I have over 10 years of experience playing and performing music, specializing in jazz and improvised music. I studied in New Zealand, earning a Bachelor of Music specializing in jazz piano and composition. I have been teaching piano for over 8 years now, and have been living here in Berlin for 5 years.

Location:
I offer lessons from a home music studio at my apartment in Plänterwald, Berlin.

I can also travel to your location for an extra charge as long as you're not too far away.

Language:
I generally speak and teach in English, though I can also speak some German to around B1 level.

Available times:
My teaching hours are between 9am and 7pm, every day of the week except for Sundays.
Send me a message and we can organize a time together =)

Location

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At student's location :

Around Baumschulenweg, Germany

At teacher's location :

Neue Krugallee, Berlin, Germany

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Piano

Jazz music

Music theory

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Sam

5.0

(14)

Drums, as with bass guitar are the backbone of any good song, and the foundation upon which the music is built. Despite not being as famous as lead vocals or lead guitar. Drums in my opinion is much more fun, at all levels of performance.

I will teach you how to play the drums, how to fit the style to the genre and we will learn by practice by breaking down the famous classics, and explain what part drums played to make these classics so good.

We will use my electronic drumset, which is not as good as the real thing but is definitely good for starters. There are ways you can practice at home without a drumset as well. And we can expand later and rent a studio room, where I can jam with you on the guitar even!

Danielle

5.0

(14)

Piano is an incredible instrument to learn - it provides you with a broad understanding of music, develops listening skills, and great dexterity, increases concentration, and much more.
I specialize in jazz piano but teach all musical styles according to the student's needs and wishes. Throughout the lesson we will learn music and songs, technique, harmony, ear training, theory, and rhythm - all subjects of music can be addressed through the piano!

Ryo

5.0

(14)

Ukulele tuition from complete beginners to advanced.
(Electric & Acoustic Guitar tuition is also available)

"Any songs"
・Justin Bieber - As Long As You Love Me
・Taylor Swift - We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
・Oasis - Don't Look Back In Anger, etc.

"Any Styles"
・Rock・Blues・ Jazz・Funk(Groove)・Classical Guitar etc.

"Whatever Licks and Other Techniques"
・Strumming patterns
・Hammer-ons
・Pull-offs
・Sheet Music
・Voice Training for the guitarist etc.

Lesson 1:
・Turning
・How to hold the guitar / Plectrum
・How to put your fingers in order
・Single note melodies etc.
Lesson 2:
・Open Chords
・Strumming patterns
・Guitar diagrams / Tab etc.

Lesson 3:
・Record your guitar playing
・Capo / transposing
・Power Chords, etc.

Lessons are always for students and will be tailored to you.
it's not brain surgery. it's going to be a lot of fun and move up to the next level.

I can travel to your house or you come to my place.
Also, Skype lessons would be available.

Any further questions, please feel free to ask.
Thanks for reading and look forward to working with you.
You can't afford to miss it!!

Victoria

5.0

(14)

Im offering professional piano lessons for classical music, jazz for beginners, improvisation, popular music as well. I also teach composition and music theory. I studied all of the above at the University. The lessons are at my home in Neukolln, where I have an upright piano.

Ask me if you have any additional questions ;)

Ignacio

5.0

(14)

I offer lessons on Piano with personalized lessons for each student according to the goals and the music the student wants to play. We will work on several topics as recognition of the instrument, technique, reading, repertoire, harmony, ear training and composition among other topics. The lessons are in English or in Spanish by the moment. I will reply gladly any questions you have.

My method is based on each student in particular. It doesn't matter your leveI, I enjoy teaching to people who have a commitment with music and art. The main topics we'll work on are: Recognizing piano, technique, sound, ear training, transcribing, harmony and harmony applied to the instrument, and reading and studying the instrument through the music you like and choose.

Oscar

5.0

(14)

Hello, my name is Oscar and I am a Violin and Piano teacher from the UK, now living in Bristol, after several years of living abroad.

I've been teaching and performing on both instruments for 5 years, during, and after my studies at the Royal Northern College of Music. I have taught children from the age of four, up to adults in their late sixties, and I find all spectrums of age and ability rewarding and engaging to work with. Regarding Violin tuition, I am happy to teach up to any level. On the piano, I, however, currently prefer to teach up to an ABRSM grade 8 level, and not far above it.
My musical endeavors, whilst focused predominantly on the Classical style in my early childhood, have become quite varied and I am a great lover of many different styles. I play regularly in Klezmer bands, Celtic Folk groups and I run a Gypsy Jazz Collective, besides performing with Orchestra's, Small string ensembles, and as a Solo Violinist.
Whilst I wouldn't consider myself to be an expert, I thoroughly enjoy guiding people through the early stages of learning to improvise, and I am equally comfortable working with students in this way as I am teaching in a more traditional, classically-orientated manner.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Oscar

Morgan

5.0

(14)

Are you interested in taking your playing/singing to the next level or simply want to bring some music into your life?
My name is Morgan, I am qualified classical guitarist and teacher originally from Australia! I have international qualifications in guitar, vocal and piano pedagogy and am ready to share my 10 years of experience with you!

I am interested in working with my students to meet their individual learning needs and goals, and am eager to work with students' in order to develop the technical and musical requirements necessary to share and enjoy music.

All styles and levels are welcome!

===NEW ONLINE FORMULA===

I now offer the option to join my online academy of students. These lessons consist of:

- live video lessons, which correspond to the usual face-to-face lesson fee.
-Within this format, I am interested in offering 24 hour support, in response to my students questions via text, recorded material or additional exercises.

If you're interested in joining my online academy of students, please send me a message so we can discuss a suitable strategy for your personal needs!

I look forward to meeting and hearing from you all!

Ella

5.0

(14)

Piano, music theory, chamber music lessons, accompaniment.
Experienced piano teacher who is available for private lessons in person or online.
All levels students age 12 and above are welcome, as well as students with special needs (any age)
Familiar with ABRSM, TRINITY, NZMEB, IB exams requirements. Spoken languages: English, Bulgarian

Dora

5.0

(14)

HI everyone! I am offering classical piano lessons for any age and level. My approach is relaxed but focused on improving your playing in the fastest way possible, depending on your individual wishes and strengths.

A little bit about me: I come from Croatia, where I graduated in piano performance and pedagogy. After that I did another Master in piano performance at Hochschule fur Musik FHNW Basel, and then Specialised master for soloists at the same institution.
I live in Berlin and will be happy to guide you on your musical path.

The lessons can be at your place or in the Piano rooms in Friedrichstrasse.

Niccolo

5.0

(14)

Hi everybody, I’m a 30 years old Italian guy, who’s been living in Berlin, Germany for over two and a half years. I’m a full time jazz musician performing all over and also teaching my instrument and music theory to whomever might be interested in learning! Please get in touch if you have any questions or propositions.

Sammy

5.0

(14)

👂 My motto for teaching music: Learn with your ear, before understanding it with your brain.

Music can be explained entirely from a theoretical point of view 🤯. But I'm convinced that the best approach is to feel and sing the music 🎤💖, before understanding and interpreting it theoretically.

I teach music theory intuitively 💫. More than just a way of reading sheet music, I can show you how to deconstruct a piece of music in any genre, how to interpret chords, and how to improvise simply and effectively.

♯♭♮

About me:
• playing the piano for >30 years 🎹
• studied classical music & jazz for 13 years in music schools 🧑🏻‍🏫
• played in a variety of bands, including classical music, jazz, blues, latin music, rock, pop, cabaret, flamenco and electronic music
• languages: 🇬🇧🇩🇪🇫🇷🇪🇸🇮🇹🇵🇹

Felipe

5.0

(14)

I'm Felipe, saxophone teacher at the traditional Escola de Choro de Brasília, majoring in music education at the University of Brasilia, producer and multi-instrumentalist from Brazil, based in Berlin.

Depending on your interests, we can treat any of these subjects:

piano
harmony
improvisation
Chord structure for music producers
Brazilian repertoire and interpretation (bossa nova, choro, samba and others)
Jazz, pop, rock and modern styles

Javier

5.0

(14)

Let me teach you to write your own songs, learn any song by ear, create your own style or begin your journey into the world of music and playing the piano. My method is based on learning music from listening, perception and creativity. My classes are extremely practical and adaptable to the needs and interests of the student, from piano applied to songwriting or the understanding of musical language and harmony, to the preparation of different repertoires and the writing of your own songs.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Aslıhan

5.0

(14)

🎹 Piano Lessons: With a foundation in classical piano from my studies in composition and sound technologies at Istanbul Bilgi University, I offer engaging lessons that nurture creativity and skill.

🎤 Singing & Vocal Coaching: With over 20 years of experience in studio albums, live concerts, and recording jingles for TV commercials, I teach students to master their voice through personalized vocal coaching.

🎶 Music Theory & Composition: Learn the building blocks of music and how to bring ideas to life, from basic theory to creating original compositions.

💻 DAW Mastery (Ableton & Logic Pro): For aspiring producers, I teach music composition and production using industry-standard software like Ableton and Logic Pro.

Joe

5.0

(14)

Playing the drums is both fun and very rewarding, but it also carries a significant amount of responsibility. The drummer is the backbone of any musical community, creating a vital foundation for the other instruments to thrive upon. With a wealth of exercises and content available online at your fingertips to study, I can offer you valuable, personalized advice on three key aspects: technique, time, and touch. I like to call them the 3Ts.

Technique: Playing the drums is physically demanding, requiring an awareness of proper posture to safely build the muscles needed to maintain a seamless flow of movement for hours on end.

Time: Keeping a steady pulse is the primary focus of being a drummer. We need to build up our confidence to consistently maintain the desired time, even under adverse conditions.

Touch: While presenting steady time, we need to open our awareness to make our beat feel good. It’s an attitude. It’s about being musical. This means using dynamics and personalizing our four limbs to create our own unique groove. This is where it gets deep.

I love teaching beginners. They usually can jump ahead quickly in a short time. There is no mystery. The way forward means dedicating a little (or a lot) of time daily to the drums. Even just 10 minutes a day can lead to significant improvements. That’s the secret.

I recommend using an intensive approach with the classes.

Beginners take 5 weeks of 60-minute classes to learn the basics and then continue working on your own, returning for follow-up “check-ups” as needed.
For intermediate-level students, I recommend a 90-minute class where I present a comprehensive overview, all tailored to your immediate needs. You then come back for more when the information has been digested.
For advanced-level students, the same. There is so much to cover that we can focus on very specific topics. Styles, the rudiments etc... I have a lot of experience with traditional jazz and the rudimental history behind the craft.

In the end, it's about creating time to connect with the drums every day. This connection is a wonderfully rewarding and grounding addition to our lives. I look forward to meeting and working with you.