• We delve deeper into the Tutorial 1A to ensure you have a strong foundation before even playing a note.

• The initial years of piano learning are condensed into emphasizing only the essential skills required for creating music right away..

• This rudimentary, yet fundamental knowledge forms the bedrock of your musical journey.

• Learn to use piano practice as a sanctuary, a peaceful and healing space to begin meditation, wellness, and piano practice simultaneously.

• From the very beginning, you can start building your musical vocabulary and personal wellness toolbox by incorporating techniques from CBT, DBT, and neurolinguistics, providing you with immediate tools to elevate your mood and manage your life more effectively, away from the piano.

• The Logic of Music.

• Everything is learned in context. I present the material in a brain-friendly way, incorporating concepts from cognitive psychology, so your brain learns and absorbs information that is most efficient and long lasting.

• By following the Circle of Fourths, you’ll gain a unique understanding of how music works independently.

• This approach differs from the commonly taught cycle of 5ths and employs simple, memorable formulas that work like self-working magic tricks.

• Additionally, you’ll explore the most fundamental structure in harmony: the triad (or 3-note chord).

• This knowledge helps demystify music theory, and you will gain the confidence to start creating your own melodies, freeing you from the rigid structure of having to learn to read music (that’s right, you don’t need to read music to play the piano).

• I deliberately steer clear of conventional piano learning techniques, as they are often outdated and ineffective. Consequently, many individuals are opting for apps that merely reinterpret these outdated methods.

• Integration & Daily Improvement.

• Here, we draw from proven corporate philosophies like Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma to ensure your practice is productive, eliminating time-wasting rules and outdated methodologies.

• You’ll learn to seamlessly integrate piano and wellness into your daily routine, leading to consistent and noticeable improvement without feeling like an additional task.

• This is about adopting an active learning lifestyle, applicable to any subject you enjoy, not just piano.

• By doing so, you’ll stimulate your brain in the right way, reducing the risk of early memory loss and dementia.

“Andy Rael is an exceptional music teacher to all ages. 

In our family, Andy teaches three generations: myself, my daughter and my father. 

His dedication fosters a warm learning environment from which everyone can flourish.  I never just learn a song in isolation, but rather we dig deeper in order to understand the foundation and in doing so, Andy allows his students to grow musically and creatively.

  His encouragement and humor make learning piano such an enjoyable experience that I often lament having not had a teacher like him as a little kid because then I wouldn’t have stopped playing at a young age.

  After picking up the piano again in adulthood, Andy broadened my musical foundation in such a short period of time, deepening my love of classical music. 

He has a special way of teaching the whole student, not just the person he sees in front of him.

  In my daughter’s case, Andy saw that she hit a block and wasn’t grasping a certain song.  Instead of just accepting this as is, Andy sought to get to know what kind of learner my daughter is. 

He patiently taught her in various ways until finally something clicked and suddenly she got it, improving by leaps and bounds.  Practicing is no longer a chore for her, but a fun and relaxing means of creative expression.  

Andy Rael is not only musically talented himself, but his creative approach to teaching lessons both in-person and virtually make learning an instrument accessible and above all a successful experience for all. “

“I wholeheartedly recommend Andy Rael as a jazz piano instructor for anyone seeking to deepen their musical understanding of jazz and to further develop their piano skills.  I have been a student of Andy for over 20 years and have witnessed firsthand his exceptional skill and dedication to the craft.

Andy is an exceptional musician who has a strong background and training in jazz piano, music theory and jazz theory.  He is also an exceptional teacher.  He provides a comprehensive instruction that goes beyond mere technical proficiency.  He seamlessly integrates theory into practical application, which helps the student better appreciate the music being taught.

He does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; instead, he carefully assesses each student’s strengths, weaknesses, and interests to help the student better connect with the music assignments.  He utilizes multiple approaches to help the student overcome their individual challenges, providing students the confidence to achieve more than they thought they could.   His encouragement, patience, and adaptability creates a nurturing environment where students feel empowered to explore and grow.

In summary, Andy is not just a piano teacher; he is a mentor who cultivates a passion for improvisation and empowers his students to reach their full potential. “ -Dr. La

-From Darren M.

(Darren was 11 when he started with me, he now just turned 13.)

Darren says "I like him a lot. “

I've been with a lot of other teachers, but none of them were really good, until Andrew.

He's different, because he lets me choose, what to play instead of a workbook, along with really hard pieces, but when we practiced together, we'd go bit by bit, and I learned it, really well.

He's fun and interesting.

Mike says "he's got a different teaching styles…. makes it more fun and it seems less like a lesson."

Alexis says "I am so impressed with my son's progress.  After three years learning method books, he barely plucked out Mary had a little lamb.  A few lessons with Andrew and he was legitimately playing Bach and Beethoven.

  Andrew has an almost magical way of teaching theory and music that makes so much sense and creates a space for learning from the heart.  Just wonderful. 💕