Rod Contreras Piano Studio, situated in the heart of Encinitas, California, offers exceptional piano lessons to students of all ages and levels. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Rod specializes in creating a comprehensive musical education that encompasses music reading, rhythmic training, and music theory. Encouraging the exploration of various genres, from classical to jazz, pop, and rock, Rod fosters a well-rounded appreciation for music in his students. His expertise also includes composition and arrangement, ensuring a holistic approach to music education.
I teach contemporary piano to beginner, intermediate & advanced students. My lesson style is relaxed and unpressured, utilizing chord structures that are relatively easy to learn no matter your age or musical experience. My students range from age 4-73. Even if you've never touched a piano before, you'll be playing full-length songs before the end of your first month. I specialize in teaching classic rock & roll featuring artists like The Beatles, Elton John, Billy Joel, Beach Boys, Moody Blues, Fleetwood Mac, Cat Stevens, James Taylor, Jim Croce, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, The Who, The Doors, Springsteen and many more. I also teach new artists like Adele, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Rihanna, Michael Buble, Evanescence, Muse, Katy Perry, Pink, Christina Perri, Green Day, etc. Serving North County San Diego, Encinitas, La Costa, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Cardiff, Rancho Santa Fe, Vista, San Marcos. I can give lessons in your home or at my studio.
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I offer professional, holistic, and enjoyable piano lessons for students of all ages and skill levels. My approach is results-oriented and designed to inspire a genuine passion for learning, fostering a "want to" rather than a "have to" attitude. Each lesson and program is customized to meet the unique goals of every student. The peaceful, supportive environment in which I teach helps enhance creativity, focus, and ensures lasting success and progress.
I teach in person piano lessons in my studio in Encinitas. I also teach one on one lessons by phone. Your choice. My students can choose from classical, jazz, rock, pop, blues, and more. Many students learn from youtube videos from around the world. I can help you make sense of whatever you’re working on, from any source. I can also introduce you to my own methods of teaching. Or you can take piano lessons in a more traditional way, if you prefer. The first piano lesson is always free. Advanced jazz students can study Melodic Minor Theory, Lydian Dominant Hexatonic Theory, and Altered Hexatonic Theory, Diminished Scale Theory and functional harmony in modern jazz. Good improvisation, song writing, and composition depend on knowing chords and scales. Which notes of a chord do pros leave out and why? And pros add notes that aren’t written down. 7th, 9th, #11 chords (sharp eleven chords)… I can help you sort it out. Beginners are welcome. Don’t be overwhelmed. Everyone starts somewhere. We’ll start where you’re comfortable, even if it’s just finding middle C on the keyboard. Let's arrange a lesson time. For the first lesson, there’s no charge and no obligation. As a composer, I can write out customized sheet music with my notation software for each student I teach. I can then email your sheet music lesson to you for you to print. My customized music writing works for students taking lessons in person or by phone. I also perform as a solo jazz and blues pianist.
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In her Allegro Piano Studio in Encinitas, award-winning piano teacher Vera Lukomsky combines the best principles of American and Russian musical education. Vera's students come from all areas of North County San Diego: Encinitas, Leucadia, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Carlsbad, and Rancho Sante Fe.
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