Piano Lessons Long Island - Chatalbash Lessons

Meet pianist and composer Martin Listabarth. Martin is a jazz pianist and composer based in Vienna. His music is a true marriage of hand, heart, and head. Martin’s new album […]https://pianoaddict.com/2022/03/artist-portrait-martin-listabarth/

I’ve been so busy, I forgot to post the students of the month so I took a two fer picture! Student of the Month for May: Mike and Student of the Month for June: Elaina! Mike has been working hard on his technique, form and releasing tension. It has paid off because his playing is so much more expressive. It all comes from the body so once you master that, nothing is off limits. You just have to be patient with yourself. Elaina is FLYING through her level 2 ADULT book and is playing so beautifully sometimes it makes me tear up a bit! Knowing where she started all those years ago and hearing her now is so special. Keep up the great work, you two- it will always be worth it!http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgIDa6cykQg

Student of the Month for April: Kira! She's only been in lessons here for 6 months and has already gone through her level 1 adult lesson book. She works hard each week and consistently makes progress because of it. So many accomplishments and so many more yet to come! She plays so beautifully and I'm so happy to have her be apart of the studio. Congrats, Kira!http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgIDK0qLPdw

My creative juices started flowing when I read this article by Terry Heick of Teach Thought, How to Read a Book (super info-graphic included). Many of the points he makes about reading books […]https://pianoaddict.com/2021/02/deep-practice-part-1-inspect-your-piece/

Student of the Month for March: Pratheeksha! She completely rocked her first NYSSMA with only a few weeks to prepare for it and got a perfect score! She put in that extra practice time and effort to make it happen and wanted the challenge. She plays so expressively, doesn’t she? She’s only been taking lessons here for less than a year and a half and has come such a long way....mostly with online lessons! I really love seeing how passionate she is about piano and performing for others and I can’t wait to see what she can do in the future. Congrats! 🎉🎶🎹http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICKzrOg7AE

Student of the Month for February: Becky! She doesn’t like to toot her own horn so I’ll toot it for her. She has had six lessons so far and is already halfway through her lesson book. I’ll say that again. SIX LESSONS. HALF THE BOOK. She is super excited to have something special for just herself and is making her dream a reality. She is a true example that there is no such thing as too late, too old, too busy, too blah blah. I’m so proud and happy to see her absolutely thriving in something that brings her so much joy. She’s a rockstar! 🎵🌟http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgIDy9tGqEQ

The greatest contribution my own early piano teacher Mr. Ball made to my musical development was to listen to my compositions. Often, after all of my scales, exercises, and pieces […]https://pianoaddict.com/2020/12/dwelling-in-possibility-inspiring-children-to-compose/

Student of the Month for February: Becky! She doesn’t like to toot her own horn so I’ll toot it for her. She has had six lessons so far and is already halfway through her lesson book. I’ll say that again. SIX LESSONS. HALF THE BOOK. She is super excited to have something special for just herself and is making her dream a reality. She is a true example that there is no such thing as too late, too old, too busy, too blah blah. I’m so proud and happy to see her absolutely thriving in something that brings her so much joy. She’s a rockstar! 🎵🌟http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgIDy9tGqEQ

This year, with so many families simultaneously working and schooling from home, I’ve needed to go out of my way to communicate more with all my studio parents. I’ve also […]https://pianoaddict.com/2020/11/backing-up-your-studio-parents-5-things-you-can-do-now/

Student of the Month: Phi! He's almost onto book 4 after only a year of lessons. I cannot believe the amount of progress he's made in such a short time. Hard work pays off and Phi is consistent above anything else. He's focused, driven, listens, and really cares about music. Congrats, Phi! You earned it!http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgIDymKKLKQ

Gave the studio a "Surprise Me" challenge. They could learn anything they wanted, but it had to be completely on their own. Dalia surprised me with a song from Ratatouille and went so far as getting a chef hat and stuffed animal rat to complete the performance. The song was great, but the look was incredible. Laughed hysterically the whole time so thank you for making my day, Dalia.http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgIDywKTWRg

Improvisation is an important form of self-expression at the piano. Yet, improv at the beginner stages is tricky. It’s tricky not because there aren’t enough options. It’s tricky because there are too […]https://pianoaddict.com/2020/10/6-beginner-piano-improv-exercises-to-improve-self-expression/

We have a few spots available, and are currently offering online lessons only via Zoom so you can still make your dream of playing piano a reality! Learn something new AND stay safe!https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICyp4nPUw

Student of the Month: Drew! As you can see from his face, he’s ecstatic. He’s worked hard and it has definitely paid off. He’s been thriving in online lessons. So proud! http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICSicDWMw

Group photo from the Potluck Recital a couple of weeks ago! So glad we all got to see each other in person for a few hours and just have fun. I wish all my students could have been there to enjoy it! http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICSicDWCw

Do you teach classes or small groups as a part of your studio or music center curriculum? I do. One of the toughest parts of my year is sizing up […]https://pianoaddict.com/2020/09/beethoven-as-an-icebreaker/

One of the most rewarding things to witness as a teacher is a parent and their child playing together! This mother daughter duo absolutely rocks this duet of The Entertainer! You can catch them at the next Potluck Recital!http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICSicDWEw

Without question our studio motto is: Not About The Notes (#NATN). Against that little voice inside me, which often screams, “fix-correct-repair,” I remind myself to step back and let students take […]https://pianoaddict.com/2020/08/so-not-about-the-notes/

Alex loves lessons and is always so excited to show off her hard work with a huge smile on her face. She’s training for her first NYSSMA next month!http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICS8f-vGw

Jazz, the studio mascot, is ready to ring in the breezy Fall weather! Always posing for a picture!http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICSiYCrIg

Elaina’s only been playing for 8 months! This is her recital song in progress and I’m very proud. We went over how recording yourself is one of the best learning tools because you can hear AND see things you never noticed before. She noticed she wasn’t keeping a steady beat and immediately fixed it! Record yourselves, you’ll be amazed at what you find.http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICSicDWAw

Jeff’s got the best music t-shirts! That medal for being in Lessons for 2 years makes it even better! Congrats :)http://www.chatalbashlessons.com/https://local.google.com/place?id=17111440130421434079&use=posts&lpsid=CIHM0ogKEICAgICSiYCrDA

What: gmb_post When: June 23, 2022 at 06:47PM Extra Data: Always laughing with this one. She loves learning with Piano Key Twister and I love watching her try not to fall. It’s a win-win. Alex has only been taking lessons for a few months and is already halfway through her book! Keep up the great work!, http://chatalbashlessons.com/, https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/p/AF1QipMLG4-l7IV9JP6qt5TXcw6lk_-jovK3c5SIIyMk,