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Professional musician piano, theory, voice, songwriting, composition,
Bennie D.

4.9 (167 ratings)

409 hours tutoring

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Bennie D.'s Photo

Professional musician piano, theory, voice, songwriting, composition,
Professional musician piano, theory, voice, songwriting, composition,
Bennie D.

4.9 (167 ratings)

409 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.9 (167 ratings)

409 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Bennie

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I am a Musical Director at a church. I have been teaching piano over 40 years. I attended Duquesne University School of Music, Pittsburgh, PA and Berklee School of Music, Boston, MA.

I have a new student that has been with me for 2 months and is now playing the song "Piano Man". He is also playing classical music, improvising blues and rock and roll riffs. I am the teacher that can get you going. Expect the best and I will give you the results. I can teach any style that you want to...

I am a Musical Director at a church. I have been teaching piano over 40 years. I attended Duquesne University School of Music, Pittsburgh, PA and Berklee School of Music, Boston, MA.

I have a new student that has been with me for 2 months and is now playing the song "Piano Man". He is also playing classical music, improvising blues and rock and roll riffs. I am the teacher that can get you going. Expect the best and I will give you the results. I can teach any style that you want to play. I have played with Beatlemania and other famous celebrities. I have worked at Harrah's in Atlantic City and also played behind numerous celebrities. If you want a great teacher and a wonderful experience, please look no further.

I have written over 200 songs and many soundtracks and compositions. I understand counterpoint, contemporary jazz theory and can play anything from Bach, Beethoven, Bon Jovi and the Beatles. I can teach anything that you want to learn about the piano, music theory, composition, songwriting, voice instruction and guitar and also show you how to learn from just listening to a recording.

The sooner you contact me, the sooner you'll be on your way to achieving your goals. I am looking forward to meeting all of you.

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Education

Duquesne University School of Music
Piano

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Art

Composition (Music)

Composition (Music)

I have composed, recorded and produced two Compact Discs. I am currently teaching and I have studied composition with Joseph Wilcox Jenkins at Duquesne University. I have also studied Contemporary Jazz Theory privately with Frank Cunnimondo.

Homeschool

Piano

Piano

I was a piano major at Duquesne University and have studied Jazz piano with privately with Frank Cunnimondo. I teach the traditional Pedagogical approach, reading, technique, scales, and arpeggios and all the standard repertoire. I do focus on breathing and the weighted arm drop and equal transferred weight to all the fingers. I also can teach how to play by ear. I play Classical and Jazz and have a huge repertoire of standards and popular music.

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Piano

Piano

I was a piano major at Duquesne University and have studied Jazz piano with privately with Frank Cunnimondo. I teach the traditional Pedagogical approach, reading, technique, scales, and arpeggios and all the standard repertoire. I do focus on breathing and the weighted arm drop and equal transferred weight to all the fingers. I also can teach how to play by ear. I play Classical and Jazz and have a huge repertoire of standards and popular music.

Music

Composition (Music),

Composition (Music)

I have composed, recorded and produced two Compact Discs. I am currently teaching and I have studied composition with Joseph Wilcox Jenkins at Duquesne University. I have also studied Contemporary Jazz Theory privately with Frank Cunnimondo.
Guitar,

Guitar

Studied guitar privately with Steve Saventi Studios. Styles studied were Pop, Rock, Jazz, Classical. Played professionally in a band at the age of 15.
Music Theory,

Music Theory

Perfect understanding of analysis with the music of Bach, Beethoven, etc., Jazz and popular music.
Piano,

Piano

I was a piano major at Duquesne University and have studied Jazz piano with privately with Frank Cunnimondo. I teach the traditional Pedagogical approach, reading, technique, scales, and arpeggios and all the standard repertoire. I do focus on breathing and the weighted arm drop and equal transferred weight to all the fingers. I also can teach how to play by ear. I play Classical and Jazz and have a huge repertoire of standards and popular music.
Songwriting,

Songwriting

I use techniques such as alliteration when writing lyrics as well as finding a song in a particular idiomatic style that appeals to me. Another technique I like to use is create the melody, then the bass line. This will insure a solid foundation for the other instruments. I am getting some nice results from my students. I have been writing songs for forty years and I am a publisher and songwriter with B.M.I. I have my own personal production studio. I am using "Studio One" Digital audio workstation. It is a great way to teach songwriting.
Voice (Music)

Voice (Music)

I studied voice at Duquesne University and privately with Sam Klingensmith at Accordworks. I do perform as a pianist/vocalist at country clubs and other venues. I believe in teaching a conscientious diaphragmatic breathing support as well as Italian and Germanic vowels, awareness of resonation and ear training, and interpretation.

Summer

Piano

Piano

I was a piano major at Duquesne University and have studied Jazz piano with privately with Frank Cunnimondo. I teach the traditional Pedagogical approach, reading, technique, scales, and arpeggios and all the standard repertoire. I do focus on breathing and the weighted arm drop and equal transferred weight to all the fingers. I also can teach how to play by ear. I play Classical and Jazz and have a huge repertoire of standards and popular music.

Ratings and Reviews

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Reviews

Great teacher and always a pleasure to work with.

Thank you for working with Abby. She looks forward to your lessons and is keeping interest in music. She learn a new song on her own last night and I am thrilled. Great job.

Roger, 5 lessons with Bennie

Knowledgeable and patient tutor.

Bennie is teaching my son and I piano. He is very patient with us as we are extreme beginners. He is teaching us the proper form and technique. And he is just an awesome guy. And his wife is so kind and helpful. My son and I absolutely love our lessons.

Sylvia, 35 lessons with Bennie

Wonderful and intelligent teacher

Bennie was attentive to my needs and could see where I was struggling. He gave me lots of tips to improve and he was encouraging and understanding. He has a lot of knowledge and he found ways to help things be easier for me. I would highly recommend him as a teacher. He was polite, friendly and patient with me.

Irini, 1 lesson with Bennie

Knowledge and understanding tutor

Great Lesson, Mr. Bennie was extremely knowledgeable about guitar and how to stay in beat. For instance, he had a great analysis on how to use Scale Structure effectively.

Chip, 1 lesson with Bennie

Patient teacher

Bennie educated me about cords, correct hand placement etc. I will get another lesson when I get a chance. Bennie was very knowledgeable and I look forward to our next lesson.

Monica, 1 lesson with Bennie

Great Instructor!

Learning to keep rhythm. Still working on it, but Bennie is so patient and understanding of my time constraints on practicing. He's thoroughly knowledgeable on music theory and slowly walking me through learning the guitar at my own pace. Thanks Bennie!

Aaron, 56 lessons with Bennie

Good teacher with experience

Bennie played song examples on his piano and sang examples to show the difference. Very nice, good teacher. He showed techniques he uses on writing his personal songs. He taught me about song Aliteration and why many pro's use this style as does he.

Howard, 1 lesson with Bennie

Outstanding Teacher and Mentor

Bennie is an outstanding teacher and mentor. He is so detailed and knowledgeable along with a great work ethic. He pushes you to find your own musical voice and expression with the theory that he is teaching. In my opinion that is a sign of a great teacher who encourages you to find you in music. Thank you Bennie

Jerry, 9 lessons with Bennie

Last minute help

It was difficult getting started on zoom due to visuals but we made it work. I could see and hear him. Benny was clear and concise. He helped give some important tricks to ear training. These tricks will come in handy for the my next assignment. Thank you Benny.

Kevin, 16 lessons with Bennie

Awesome teacher

I've been playing for as long as I can remember but Bennie is helping me organize and learn what I need to actually condense ideas and write songs finally - would highly recommend!

McCall, 6 lessons with Bennie
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