Jazz Piano - Harmony, rhythmic solfege, improvisation, work on jazz standards - Geneva

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Jazz Piano - Harmony, rhythmic solfege, improvisation, work on jazz standards

From 147 C$ /h

Jazz piano: development of musical ear, rhythm. Harmony and improvisation. Work on jazz standards. Extensive experience of jazz. Played in New York, Japan, etc.: Jazzmobile, Jazz Interactions; Muse big bands, etc. Professor of jazz history at Yale, Rutgers University and the Lili and Nadia Boulanger Conservatory in Paris. Author of numerous books on jazz.

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Miremont, Avenue de Miremont, Genève, Suisse

About Me

Passionate about jazz since I was born, I have had the opportunity to play and teach around the world: New York, Japan, Paris and Geneva. My career has allowed me to collaborate with prestigious big bands (Jazzmobile, Jazz Interactions, Muse Big Bands, etc.) and to share the stage with great musicians.

I have taught jazz history and practice at Yale, Rutgers University, and the Lili and Nadia Boulanger Conservatory in Paris. I have a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from Columbia University. I am also the author of several books on jazz and Cuban and Brazilian music.

I studied harmony for over twelve years with Bernard Maury, founder of the Bill Evans Piano Academy in Paris. Today, I share this musical richness through personalized lessons, accessible to all levels, where you learn not only to play, but also to feel and improvise freely.

👉 My goal: to share my love of jazz and help you develop your own musical personality.

Education

Geneva Conservatory; Jazzmobile, Jazz Interactions; Ph.D. in ethnomusicology Columbia University; private lessons with Kenny Barron, Cedar Walton, Bernard Maury, etc.

Experience / Qualifications

Taught at Yale University, Rutgers University Jazz Department, Boricua College, Bill Evans Piano Academy, Nadia and Lili Boulanger Conservatory

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

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

French

English

Spanish

Skills

Piano

Musical styles:

Jazz

Playing techniques:

Harmonization

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Anja

5.0

(15)

French below

Having recently obtained my masters degree in Music from the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland, I have been teaching piano, music theory and electroacoustic music for 8 years.

As a former student of the Conservatoire de Musique of Geneva and a music technology undergrad, I offer a tailored program to your needs and wishes. Be it classical jazz or pop music or music theory, composition and improvisation (or all of these!), I will gladly instruct you in a friendly and playful way.

Graduated with a master's degree in Music and Environment at the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland, I offer piano, music theory and electroacoustic music lessons for all ages.

Both classical piano training with years of study at the Geneva Conservatory and electroacoustic training with a bachelor's degree in music technology, I provide a program adapted to the needs and desires of each student. With seven years of experience under my belt and having had students of all ages and backgrounds, I gladly teach classical pieces, jazz, pop, but also music theory or even composition or improvisation. At the same time, I also teach electroacoustic composition to children.

Elona

5.0

(15)

Professional singer (soprano colorature) graduated from the Tirana Academy of Arts, winner of the International Lyric Song Contest of Prishtina in the solo category as well as many other national competitions (in Albania) gives singing lessons in Carouge.

Professor of music in several Geneva institutions, member of the Operami troupe and singer-soloist of the Electrum & Elisir group, she participated in the Euro Song Contest 2014 and recorded her voice for the Swiss artist Sky76 on her last two albums.

This course is aimed at students of all levels who really want to progress in learning to sing for a fun or professional purpose. The musical styles that can be approached range from classical music to radio music (pop, soul, rock, house, etc.) and folk music.

Knowledge of music theory, although useful, is not mandatory. In case of need bases of music theory will be addressed in class.

Mihaela

5.0

(15)

Lecții de pian predate de o diplomata cu experiența de mai mult de 8 ani.
Metoda de predare este Bastien.
Miam făcut studiile in Geneva , Elvetia.
Hi, im giving Piano lessons at my home in my townhouse in Moldova so if you are interested you are welcome.

Alicia

5.0

(15)

Passionate about music, I want to share and transmit this passion.

Who am I ?
I have been teaching students of all ages for over 15 years.
I graduated from the Master of Piano Pedagogy at the Geneva University of Music as well as the Master of Concert with distinction.

For who ?
Everyone ! My pedagogy adapts to your desires and your needs.

For what level?
- Beginner level: young people or adults
- Advanced and intermediate level: preparation for exams and competitive entrance examinations to conservatories and colleges.

I can move to your home.
Attention: My availability does not correspond to those registered on the site.
Feel free to contact me for more information.

Hope to meet you !

Sergei

5.0

(15)

Mes cours de piano, solfège et composition s'adaptent entièrement au profil et aux objectifs de chaque élève. Qu'il s'agisse d'un premier contact avec la musique, d'une reprise après une longue pause, ou d'une préparation sérieuse à des examens ou à l'entrée dans un conservatoire, nous construisons ensemble un parcours sur mesure.

Ma double formation — compositeur et pédagogue selon la méthode Jaques-Dalcroze — me permet d'aborder l'enseignement de manière à la fois rigoureuse et vivante, en reliant le son, le geste et la perception du temps. J'accorde une attention particulière au rythme et à l'écoute, qui sont à la base de toute pratique musicale solide.

Je travaille avec :

Les enfants : développement des compétences musicales de base, éveil rythmique et auditif, initiation à la lecture de notes et à l'improvisation

Les adultes : cours adaptés à vos objectifs, à votre rythme, dans une atmosphère bienveillante et exigeante

Les candidats aux conservatoires : préparation aux examens d'entrée et ABRSM, travail ciblé sur les lacunes spécifiques en théorie, solfège ou instrument

Les cours ont lieu en français, en anglais ou en russe.

Markus

5.0

(15)

This experienced, qualified teacher (Conservatoire populaire de Genève, EMA) offers individual lessons and comes to your home, including travel costs.

Standard lesson duration: 60 minutes, with the possibility of 90 minutes or more for a fair price.

Recommended duration for children ages from 6 to 7 : 30 minutes

Recommended duration for children ages 8 to 10 : 45 minutes

Discover your abilities in the world of music and sounds.
The piano is a royal road, like any other keyboard instrument.
Play the instrument easily, with an easy approach. Start without sheet music by learning the keyboard develop your memory.
Finger and music games, road to improvisation.
Tutorials for pieces and songs.

All styles, modern and classical.

An approach with sheet music (and music theory) is possible.
Discover the essential and the "magic" chords.

Matheus

5.0

(15)

Bachelor degree in piano at UFRJ(Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro) / 15 years of experience
playing piano

I have been successful in helping students who have suffered from technical problems, tendonitis, and excessive tension when playing.

With me, you will prevent these types of problems from happening to you. I will teach you accordingly to the repertoire you want to play, solving technical problems in the music.

It's going to be a pleasure helping you. See you soon in our class!

Mertol

5.0

(15)

I would be delighted to give you lessons, in all styles, adapted to all levels. I would also be happy to meet you over coffee to talk more about it. As for me, after a bachelor's degree in piano and a master's degree in international soloist, I am doing my second master's degree in piano pedagogy at the Haute École de Musique in Geneva. I have been giving piano lessons for 4 years, doing replacements at the Geneva and Friborg conservatories, with great pleasure. I'm happy to send it to you ;)

Vitor

5.0

(15)

Whether it is to develop your technique on the instrument with the classical repertoire, or to play and accompany your favorite song, or even to prepare for an admission exam, I am here to help you! I am used to working with many different methods, depending on your interest and objective, taking into consideration your availability, personality, and level.

Aleksandar

5.0

(15)

I offer flute lessons (modern and traverso), recorder, piano and music theory. All ages and all levels are welcome! I am able to teach in English, German, French and Bulgarian (my native language).

My journey :
I have a master's degree in modern flute performance (HfM Dresden, Germany) and I am currently pursuing a second master's degree in historical instrument practice (HEM Geneva). I also studied piano and organ from a young age.

I worked in a teaching position for 2 years in Germany and would like to continue developing my teaching skills. if you are interested, do not hesitate to contact me.

Maheve

5.0

(15)

Back-to-school schedule open from August 17th — fixed weekly slots available

Regardless of their level, objective or age, I provide each of my students with a fully personalized approach.

Having started at the conservatory at the age of 7 and left 15 years later after training in instrumental performance, theory, singing, and harmony, I quickly began teaching. My journey took me from Toulouse to Brussels, then from Brussels to Paris, where I lived for 10 years. I accompanied singers and dancers, created shows, led workshops and choirs, and guided students from their first piece to their first competition.
Having always preferred to be on the sidelines rather than in front, teaching is a true path for me: I seek to transmit knowledge, find the right entry point, and see autonomy and confidence gradually emerge.

Recommendations from former students are available upon request.

My courses are aimed at children, teenagers and adults.
I believe in the importance of music theory, which represents the alphabet of every musician: ultimately, it's what will allow you to play anything you want, without a teacher, without memorizing, and... without YouTube ;)
I directly integrate musical training, rhythm and ear training into the course, so that you can immediately put what you learn into practice and understand its usefulness.
The repertoire is chosen together according to the ages, tastes and objectives of each person: classical, jazz, pop, variety, film music, piano-vocal accompaniment...

I travel to homes in Geneva and surrounding areas: Geneva centre, Eaux-Vives, Champel, Plainpalais, Carouge, Lancy, Onex, Cologny, Chêne-Bougeries, Chêne-Bourg, Thônex, Grand-Saconnex, Nations, Petit-Saconnex, Meyrin, Vernier, Versoix.
I can also travel occasionally to Nyon, Coppet, Gland, Rolle and La Côte if several courses are grouped together on the same half-day.

Camille

5.0

(15)

Dear music lovers,

A pianist and composer with a degree from the Paris Conservatory (Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris), I have been teaching piano for over 10 years to students of all levels, from beginners to advanced musicians. I currently teach at the Conservatory.

I offer piano lessons as well as lessons in writing (harmony, counterpoint, fugue), composition and improvisation to anyone who wants to discover, learn or improve in these different practices!

In a few words, what I can offer you:

Music lessons at your own pace
Learning classical to contemporary music, current music
Improvisation alone or in pairs
Learning to read
solfège
Interpretation of works for 4 hands
Work on interpretation
Develop timbres to make the instrument sound in various ways
Learn to compose and develop musical ideas
Anatomical and postural explanations
Breathwork for acting and/or managing stage fright
Composition of pieces adapted to the student's level

Music is a precious art through which so many things, colors, and feelings can be expressed. It is thanks to music that I have learned to know myself more deeply, to find a discipline that has meaning. I have become certain that everyone can draw beautiful experiences from it.
My courses are built according to your needs and desires; for this, we will first clarify your objectives and the time you wish to devote to them in order to determine the level of requirement for our courses.

For kids :
Children are welcome from the age of 4. My approach is caring, playful, and ambitious. Over time, I have developed valuable experience with children from 4 to 18 years old. I have learned the art of engaging students in daily practice: the vast majority of my students can read the treble and bass clefs and sight-read music by the end of their first year. Beginners are therefore very welcome, and it is even possible to incorporate music theory into the piano lesson.

The classes take place in Chêne-Bougeries.

Favereau

5.0

(15)

Hello, I'm a professional violist.

I give viola, violin and piano lessons for beginners, for children and adults, all levels.

The lessons take place at my home (Thônex) or at your home in Geneva.

As a passionate musician, I have been teaching for many years with great pleasure, in a caring and motivating atmosphere.

Feel free to contact me, I will be happy to answer all your questions!

Maria

5.0

(15)

As an experienced music teacher and pianist, I offer personalized piano and music theory lessons for children, teenagers, adults, and seniors.

My approach combines learning the piano with musicality, listening, rhythm, improvisation, and creativity. I draw particularly on the active teaching methods of Jaques-Dalcroze and Orff so that the student learns music in a lively and natural way.

The lessons are adapted to the level and objectives of each individual: discovering the piano, musical initiation, resuming after several years, accompanying learning already begun or simply the pleasure of playing.

From September 2026, I will be pursuing a Master's degree in music pedagogy – Jaques-Dalcroze Rhythmics specialization – in Geneva.

My goal is for each student to progress at their own pace while developing autonomy, confidence and musical enjoyment.

Joachim

5.0

(15)

Starting out, resuming, progressing, preparing for a competition or exam, strengthening your practice or simply better understanding how to work: I offer support tailored to your project, in order to gradually make you autonomous in your practice.

I therefore tailor the learning experience to your individual needs, preferences, tastes, and learning style, with appropriate expectations. I teach all levels, from complete beginners to advanced students.
Conceiving of the courses as a space for exploration, listening and research, I am particularly keen that this dialogue remains lively and joyful, with kindness, curiosity and above all the pleasure of playing.
The repertoire ranges from Baroque to contemporary, while remaining open to individual suggestions. I pay close attention to my students' progress and am available between lessons when needed to support their work.

I help you build and/or consolidate a solid technical foundation. Furthermore, music theory and solfège are directly integrated into practice, in order to understand what you are playing and to learn how to work with a score.
I guide my students in understanding the style of the works and in the search for their own musical personalities.
My Master's thesis, dedicated to metacognition, extends this reflection on how we learn and on the means of learning, particularly to optimize memorization.
Many other aspects can naturally be added depending on each individual, each repertoire and each project.