Piano Lessons Piano Lessons Piano Lessons for all styles and skill levels from pianist Adrian Cohen. Study improvisation, music theory, technique and more....Lessons are tailored individually to each student based on their specific interests and goals. I specialize in teaching beginning-intermediate classical, jazz, rock, blues, and pop styles, but I am open to working with students in any style. Not sure what you want to work on? I have sheet music and audio/video resources in a several styles including indian and arabic styles, vintage jazz of the 20's-30's, broadway, tango, etc. I'm sure we'll be able to come up with something!

Piano for everyone Piano for everyone I teach people of all ages, usually starting around 5 years old for young children. I work with the elderly, developmentally disabled persons, and people with cognitive and/or physical disabilities.I will work with anyone who is committed and enthusiastic about learning to play the piano!
 

 Beginning-Advanced Pop & Jazz Piano Beginning-Advanced Pop & Jazz Piano Explore the elements of popular keyboard styles of the 20th century, including ragtime, jazz, blues, country, funk, rock, pop, and more...

piano technique & fingering theory piano technique & fingering theory In order to play piano well in any style it is important to learn to finger passages and chord shapes correctly, but hands come in many shapes and sizes. In our piano lessons we will work extensively on learning how to make solid fingering choices that will create the smoothest sound for YOUR hands...

 More Than Just Piano Lessons More Than Just Piano Lessons I don't just offer piano lessons. My goal is to provide a well rounded musical education no matter what the subject we are working on, including instruction in music production, rhythm studies, music theory, improvisation, reading skills, using 'fake' books, arranging, and much more...

 improvisation/music theory for all instruments improvisation/music theory for all instruments Whether you're a guitarist, horn player, drummer, DJ, etc... I work with non-pianists on everything from rhythm studies to improvisation. check out the 'what i teach' section on the piano lesson page to find out more...

understanding music notation (pitch & rhythm systems; musical form) understanding music notation (pitch & rhythm systems; musical form) If you already know how to play an instrument but never learned to read, don't put if off any longer! Even elementary reading skills can go a long way towards opening up the world of music to you.

DId You Purchase A Lesson Deal?

Please Read Carefully!

Thanks to every one of you for the fantastic response to my living social deal. It's really amazing and i'm very excited to meet and work with each of you!

To answer several questions I've received about the deal:

  • Please use the online schedule to check for available time slots.
  • Please ignore the request to prepay for lessons after you submit your lesson request. People participating in the Living Social deal DO NOT have to pay when booking their initial 4 lessons.
  • As stated in the Living Social deal, lessons will be scheduled subject to availability. Additionally, in-home lessons may not be available if my studio schedule does not allow for travel time to and from your home.
  • You must use all 4 lessons within 30 days of your initial lesson, with a maximum of one lesson per week.
  • If you can't find an available lesson time that works for you, please continue to check back frequently, as people sometimes cancel or reschedule their lessons. If you are still not able to fit into my existing schedule, please contact me with your schedule requests. I will put you on a wait list and you will be contacted about lesson openings as they become available. The deal ends in May, so i'm sure I will be able to honor your vouchers between now and then.
  • Please be careful when using the online scheduling system! Several people have booked lessons accidentally, which makes those time slots unavailable to other students. Unless there is an emergency, If you book a lesson and do not show up this will count towards your living social deal.
  • You can cancel/reschedule lessons up to 24 hours before your appointment.
  • You will receive an automated lesson reminder 48 hours before each lesson. This email will include a link where you can cancel or reschedule your lesson. If you do not cancel the lesson and you do not show up, this will count as one lesson. 
  • If you book your first lesson and do not show up, this will be the start date of your Living Social deal and you must book your remaining lessons within 30 days.
  • If you want to continue taking lessons after your 4 trial lessons, please see the scheduling & payment page for lesson pricing. Weekly students get 20% discount.
If you have any other questions PLEASE contact me via email so i can have a record of our conversation. For those of you who have had problems emailing me from this site, please use lessons@adriancohen.com instead.
thank you!
adrian

Student Testimonials

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"Adrian is a remarkable talent and an excellent teacher. He has the rare ability to motivate kids to work hard and make it cool at the same time. His versatility is also a great asset. Composition, ear training, and even the basics of music production were all offered to my
sons to help spice up the experience of learning."
Eric Molho, Delmar NY

"I am an adult piano student (very adult at 59!) who started taking my first lessons from Adrian Cohen about four years ago. I couldn't ask for a better piano teacher. He is talented, knowledgeable, intuitive, and sincere, while at the same time relaxed and fun! I truly look forward to my lesson each week"
Christine Powers, East Greenbush NY

"Adrian Cohen is talented not only as a musician, but also as a teacher. My technical skills improved dramatically over the two years that I studied with him, even more so than the ten years I had studied piano before that. Adrian's love for, knowledge of, and ability to play different genres of music (specifically types of jazz, blues and latin) were always present when helping me learn, which made the lessons something I always looked forward to. He is smart, hard working, fun and honest and I would definitely recommend taking lessons with him!"
Petra Marar, NYC

"Adrian helped me renew my interest in piano at a time when I was unsure if I would continue the instrument. He can sing and he can dance when it comes to the piano, making sure you know the basics like technique, posture, and rhythm, but also making sure whatever you're doing is fun and interesting. He's a good guy"
Aaron Dorman, Delmar NY

"Adrian is a wonderful teacher he makes learning to play the piano fun but he also ensures that his students learn all of the fundamentals of music. He is an excellent pianist, and his love for playing is imparted onto his students, who gain a respect and love for the instrument. Adrian is great at working with all students, understanding that some students require patience while others more discipline to ensure that they practice."
Jenny Richter, Ravena NY

"Adrian is simply an amazing teacher. With unfailing patience and support, he always knows when and how to help you take the next steps from wherever you're at. I couldn't ask for more!"
Andy Raymond, Albany NY

"Adrian Cohen took my son from chopsticks to Chopin in four years. Not only has he instructed John in the techniques and interpretations of all forms of music, from classical (Mozart and Beethoven) to ragtime and jazz and rock 'n roll, but he has instilled in my son a deep abiding love for music and how it can deepen and enrich his experience as a human being. The patience, technical proficiency, gentleness and encouragement Adrian shows to his students causes them to look inwardly and to hear the music inside themselves. Practice is not a chore, but a means to self-exploration and self-expression, and when they show progress, his accolades are well won and instill great pride and self-esteem. My son has always said Adrian is "cool," and while I agree wholeheartedly, I would add that Adrian lives his work, loves his work, and shows by instruction -- but more importantly by example"
Jack Casey, Troy NY

About Carroll Gardens Piano Lessons

Carroll Gardens Piano Lessons is the private piano lesson studio of pianist/keyboardist, dance accompanist, and composer Adrian Cohen.

Conveniently located in Brooklyn's beautiful Carroll Gardens neighborhood (5 blocks southwest of the Carroll St. F train), my studio is equipped with a regularly tuned Young Chang upright piano, electronic keyboards, lots of sheet music and recordings in many different styles for lesson material, a Mac based digital recording studio, and very good coffee!

I specialize in working creatively with people towards achieving musical literacy & instrumental proficiency, and towards unlocking their own unique style of artistic expression. By focusing on core music fundamentals within the context of music that the student enjoys, I help establish a positive, stress free relationship with music and learning, and help students develop the skills necessary to confidently pursue their musical interests and goals for the rest of their life.

I take students starting at 5 years old, and very much enjoy working with complete beginners of all ages. I also work with autistic/developmentally disabled persons, and persons with cognitive and/or physical disabilities.

Thanks for visiting the site. Have a look around and let me know if you think I could be of service!

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