Meet Joseph - Piano Teacher

Whether he’s performing or helping someone else to learn, Joseph loves to share music with others. He believes everyone has more potential than they may realize and is committed to helping them achieve their musical desires. Through a series of practice techniques developed on fundamental principles, Joseph forms a customized yet flexible routine for each person that matches their current ability and learning style. In this way, effective practice becomes habitual, leading to musical fluency, capable technique, and a sense of ownership.

While practice standards are strict, Joseph sees no conflict between fun and progress, and considers them necessary partners. Whether it’s through spontaneous humor, inventing musical games on the spot, or doing a quick analysis of “Baby Shark” to see why it is so catchy, lessons never become dry or unmusical.

Around the age of seven, Joseph began playing by ear, learned to sight-read several years later, and eventually began accompanying soloists before college. After earning solo performance degrees at the University of Washington, he turned his full focus toward collaborative piano at the University of Texas at Austin, earning his second Masters in 2016. He is currently planning to graduate with a DMA in Collaborative Piano this December. Before leaving for Austin in 2014, Joseph discovered the joy of teaching as he gave private and group lessons on the east side. Upon returning to the area this summer, he has greatly enjoyed a renewed passion in helping others learn to play piano. When not teaching, he might be practicing, sailing on Lake Washington, flying model sailplanes, or drinking good coffee.

MONTHLY TUITION Rates

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30 minutes     $190

45 minutes     $285

60 minutes     $342