Piano instruction and musical guidance, wherever you are
I’m Rachel Jimenez, a piano teacher in New York with decades of experience and piano performance degrees from New England Conservatory of Music and the Yale University School of Music. (More about me)
Reach out today to discuss what you are looking for in music instruction. Whether it’s classical instruction at the highest level, general beginner lessons, or you are looking for other tools and information about how to go about improving your musical experiences, I can help you take the next step. There really isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach that works in music. When we meet, I will strive to understand precisely what you are looking to accomplish, and I can make a plan to help you reach your musical goals. I use the Zoom platform to work with my students and clients no matter where in the world they may be.
Services
General beginner piano lessons
Starting from scratch? Let me help you get off to the best start. I use the most modern and effective method of note reading in my own piano method, Fundamental Keys, and I can tailor it to your individual needs. I teach ALL ages from 5 up.
Advanced classical instruction
As you can read on the “About Rachel” page, I have the credentials to offer you support in your classical studies at any level. My main focus is on musicality and how to find your own interpretive voice within the framework of a solid understanding of a composer’s intent.
Note reading
Let me help you learn to read music quickly and thoroughly. Solid reading skills are essential for any musician to improve their ability to learn pieces and songs quickly, accurately, and thoroughly. Whether you are a singer or a budding brass player, I can help.
Make great recordings
I am experienced at editing, mixing, and mastering music recordings. I can also help you with tips on recording and editing your tracks including whether to choose an acoustic and microphone method or more modern methods such as recording with a software piano and a midi keyboard.
Choosing a new instrument
I am very well versed on all the considerations you have to weigh when choosing a keyboard instrument. I can help you choose among grands, uprights, digitals, and software pianos with midi controllers. If you are looking for a new instrument for your home studio, let me give you guidance based on my extensive experience.
Custom sheet music or rehearsal tracks
I can create custom sheet music for you. If you need a piece or song transcribed, transposed, simplified, etc., I can create great looking sheet music. I can also create background rehearsal tracks for singers and soloists that meet your specific needs.
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Rachel is talented, thoughtful, kind and patient with her students. I have been a teacher for 15 years, and I always appreciate sitting in on a lesson with her and my 10 YO son. Rachel knows how to engage, motivate and challenge a student in a positive and constructive way. My son considers Rachel the best piano teacher he has ever had, and I quote, “she is my favorite, AND I’ve learned a lot!”
David C.
Brooklyn, NY
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I’ve taken Piano lessons from Rachel for almost 19 years. She is an amazing teacher who has the rare combination of technical ability as well as kindness and patience. If you are looking for a Piano teacher she is the one you want to call.
Jason M.
Brooklyn, NY
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I started lessons with Rachel a few months ago. i had ZERO experience playing piano and at 30 years old, i decided i wanted to give it a shot.
After just 10 lessons or so, i’m reading music and playing with both hands like a damn breeze. She’s patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about what she does. It all comes through in her teaching.
Ben C.
New York, NY
Let me help you reach your musical goals
Whatever your age, whatever your need, if it has to do with music making, I can help.