Learn Piano with Dean
😊90
💰$75 weekly lessons
Hi! I’m Dean—a pianist, songwriter, and music producer from Seattle, Washington. I’ve been playing piano professionally for over 13 years and was fortunate to further my musical studies at Berklee College of Music in Boston. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a dual degree in Music Production & Engineering and Songwriting. During my time at Berklee, I had the privilege of studying piano under esteemed professors such as Laszlo Gardony and Alain Mallet. After graduation, I moved to Los Angeles to continue pursuing my musical career and share my knowledge with people just like you! I have experience in a wide range of styles, including pop, R&B, jazz, and classical. Additionally, I’ve spent years working with keyboards and synthesizers, developing a specialty in them—so if that’s your interest, I’ve got you covered there too! I’m incredibly passionate about music and teaching, and I’m genuinely excited to get to know you and help you on your musical journey!
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Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
😊90 Happy student score
🏅Award-winning
📝Music Degree
🎓13 years playing
🔥5 Lessons
Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Isabella
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 50
Since Dean has been playing piano for over a decade and has studied at one of the most notable colleges for music, there’s no doubt he’s the most fantastic teacher for those looking to learn. Dean has a strong passion for music, and is always looking to improve his students’ abilities and his own as well, which is an admirable quality to have in a teacher. He pushes his students to be the best they can be through patience and encouragement. If you want someone who not only takes his time to educate and explain, but truly cares about his craft and is passionate about sharing it with the community, Dean is your guy. He is the best.
James
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 50
Dean is an excellent piano teacher because he is both great at playing piano and great at passing along his knowledge. He is always patient and encouraging, and his lessons are always an engaging and supportive experience.
Talon
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 50
Dean has an immense, infectious passion for music and truly real talent. I’m always impressed by everything he creates- and I am confident he can pass all of this onto you as a mentor.
Michael
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 10
Perfect! Dean is fantastic!
He offers a wealth of knowledge and presents it in a way that is easy to understand. He is always on time and is very patient.
His lessons are relaxed and he really focuses on making sure you understand concepts before moving on.
He is passionate about music and fostering the foundations and practice habits that will make you a better musician.
Lessons with Dean have been a 10/10 experience!
Lauren
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1
Dean is a wonderful teacher. He is patient, knowledgeable, and has a knack for explaining difficult concepts in simple ways for me to grasp. He is always on time and is fun to learn from.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:4 locations available
Park LaBrea
6200 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
1978.8 miles awayOutdoors
Want a lesson at your home or a different location? We can help.
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonThe first lesson is beginners is a chance to break the ice and for me to learn about you. We’ll talk about why you want to learn the piano, and formulate the clearest path to get you where you’d like to go. The more I learn about you, the better I can teach you!
Lesson 11+Beyond that, I guide you through the material, changing things as they are needed and always molding the lesson to help you grow as a player and performer!
Lesson 4-10Lessons 4-10 are about being consistent and seeing if the material we’ve decided on is beneficial to your learning.
Lesson 2-3Lessons 2-3 is about bringing in material such as books and worksheets that we can test against your learning styles. Whether you just need to learn a single song or want to figure out ways create your own music, we’ll find the perfect fit for you!
What you need to bringMaybe you have a piano or keyboard at home you typically practice on, but if not no worries! Just bring your brain and be prepared to learn while having fun :)
What I can bringDepending on where our lesson is located, I have several keyboards I can provide for our lesson, as well as an upright piano! I also have numerous books and materials from my time at Berklee to help refine the right teaching techniques for you!
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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