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Piano
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Lessons
I don't just teach you to play the notes — I teach you to understand them. Students of every level and every age, from first-timers to working pros sharpening a craft.
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In-Person
Focused one-on-one lessons with real instruments, a clear plan, and full attention.
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Online
Anywhere in the world. Same depth, screen-shared scores, notes after every session.
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Industry Coaching
For working musicians: career, craft, and how the business actually operates.
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Guitar
03
Bass
04
Violin
05
Viola
06
Cello
07
Sax
08
Trumpet
09
Drums
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Music Production
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Ear Training
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Harmony
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Music Theory
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Composition
Lessons
$100 / 60 min
Any instrument, any subject, any level. Weekly or biweekly.
Industry Coaching
$175 / 60 min
Career and craft guidance for musicians already working.
// Why music
Music is science, math, physics, language, history — and above all, art.
It develops insight and critical thinking. It induces curiosity and research. It is physical. I don't teach music because I expect you to major in it, or even to play for the rest of your life. I teach music so you will be fully human.
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Get in touch
Tell me where you are, where you want to go, and whether we're a fit. No pressure.
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A real plan
I build a path around your goals — not a generic curriculum off a shelf. Students learn the songs they actually want to play, and the theory underneath them.
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We get to work
Weekly or biweekly, in person or online, for as long as it's useful to you.
“Ray has been a complete gift to our family. In the past 6 months both my daughters have fallen in love with the piano because of Ray!”
— W.E., Piano
“He is unquestionably the best teacher I have had. His criticism is leavened with kindness; his praise is thoughtful. He makes learning a pleasure.”
— M.S., Piano
“I went from basic pieces to playing Minuet in G in a short time. Ray has helped me increase my knowledge of music.”
— S.M., Classical Guitar
“My 11-year-old has high-functioning autism. Ray has been not only patient — he has an exceptional way of teaching him so he understands and retains it.”
— C.L., Music Production
“Ray did an excellent job adapting and helping me adapt to the needs of my instrument. I recommend him for his forthrightness, helpfulness and patience.”
— A.F.E., Tagelharpa
“My daughter is loving her cello lessons with Ray even more than she expected. She feels she is really improving.”
— M.H., Cello