John S. TakeLessons Instructor Classical Piano, Music Theory, Composition Selwyn Ave., Charlotte, NC

Genre: 21 Century Classical

Biography:

John was born 1969, in Akron, Ohio. He began his studies in Applied Voice and Music Theatre at Florida State University under the influence of Eric Dillner and John Degan. In 1998 he moved to Columbus, Ohio where, under the instruction of John Funk Lancaster, he studied Classical Piano, 18th Century Counterpoint, and Piano Pedagogy. From there,  he moved to Charlotte, NC to complete his studies in Music Theory and 20th Century Composition with an emphasis on “Serial” and “12 Tone” Music.

To this day, John continues to study composition under the influence of Craig Bove, and has a deep regard for "new music."
Some of his compositions have been performed in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Charlotte, NC, and Raleigh, NC.
John currently resides in Charlotte, and is working on a string quartet, a 5 voice choral, some solo piano works, and is in the 4th and 5th movements of a symphony for 3 pianos.

Recent Works:

"5 Character Pieces" -solo piano
"11 Moderate Studies" -solo piano
"Static" -solo piano
"Etheric Velocity" -3 flutes and piano
"Yellowing I, II, and III" - improvisations for solo piano

EDUCATION:      

2     Years Piano Pedagogy – taught by John Funk Lancaster  

3+   Years Piano Repertoire, Music Theory, Music History –taught by John Funk Lancaster                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             5+    Years

5+   Years Music Theory and Composition – taught by Craig Bove                                            

                                            3    Years Applied Voice – taught by Al Coehn and Eric Dillner             

            1    Year Vocal Ensemble training at Tallahassee Community College

Other arts training:   10 years Ballet and Modern Dance –

                                  Teachers include: Liz Limons-FSU/TCC

                                                                Terri Coker Taylor-TCC

                                                                 Karen Waters-FSU/TCC

                                                                 Katherine Horne-CPCC

                                                                 Mary Anne Mee-CPCC

                                                                 Columbus Dance Theatre

I am a very laid back person. I am also a serious and passionate instructor, especially when it comes to music. I tailor my teachings to the students technical abilities and by their personal character. I believe that the student/teacher relationship should be compatible enough to provide comfort in each lesson.

My lessons will teach the student the art of piano, fundamentals of music, music theory, and composition (if desired). Depending on the student's progress, they will have the opportunity to perform in 2 recitals per year. If he or she has a strong love for music, they will progress quickly and will be confident in thier practices and experiences in the music world.

Baroque and 21 Century Styles

Classical Piano, Music Theory, Composition

Anatoly Larkin: Piano Analyst/ Pianist/ Music Teacher - Zenph Studios Raleigh, NC.

Craig Bove: Composer/ Music Teacher/ Guitarist - Central Peidmont Community College Charlotte, NC

John Funk: Music Teacher/ Pianist/ Composer - Academy Of Music Sciences International Lancaster, OH

Stacy Brooks: Owner/Founder of Piano Lessons In Your Home Columbus, OH

Pam Bartlow: Ex-client of daughter Katie Bartlow -  Columbus, OH

Elizabeth Pullen: Ex-client of son Gregory Pullen - Charlotte, NC

*Additional References and Letters of Recommendation upon request.