Michael Stegner

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I'm a pianist/singer in Los Angeles and perform everything from jazz to pop to country to blues and everything in-between on the piano and voice. You can see samples of my playing and singing below. I also teach piano, music production, music theory, mixing, singing, songwriting and improvisation. I've been lucky enough to perform in large venues with Grammy winners, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members and top-tier jazz players. I love and teach all styles of music. My students have accepted over $1,000,000 in scholarships to conservatories and music schools in the US. I consult teachers and performers across the US via online lessons. I also teach a handful of students online as well. I have written method books and have been a featured presenter at many national and state music teacher conventions across the US and Canada. If you are interested in my teaching philosophy, I get pretty in-depth on my website provided on my profile.

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Hired 13 times

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25 years in business

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Sun10:00 am - 11:00 pmMon10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, professionalism, and work quality.

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Bruce B.

Dec 22, 2018

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I have been performing and composing jazz music for a long time. Mr. Stegner was quickly able to see the areas that I need to work on, he listens closely and works with me with respect to the areas I am most interested, and it has been an incredible experience thus far. I should add that he is a pleasant person to work with, very enjoyable, and truly cares about my progression and learning. I look forward to the next session. I will continue to work with him.

Details: I travel to the piano teacher • The piano teacher travels to me • 60 minutes • 4+ yrs of formal training • Jazz • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 - 64 years old • Yes, the student can read music

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Lauren S.

Jan 6, 2020

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Michael is a fantastic piano player. He was very punctual and professional. We look forward to having him play at our home again!

Details: Holiday party • 25 guests or fewer • 31 - 50 years old • Piano • Other • Other

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Julia K.

Jul 8, 2019

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I loved that he knows the songs I requested and he came on time. It was worry-free working with him for our wedding. Thank you so much, Michael! 💕

Details: Wedding ceremony • 26 - 50 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Piano • Variety • Other • Other

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Cynthia P.

Dec 25, 2018

Michael arrived early, then immediately began to fill the house with music. In addition to being a talented pianist, Michael was gracious with our guests. We thoroughly enjoyed his Selection and we will be inviting him to play future events.

Danae G.

Nov 19, 2018

One of the things I loved about taking lessons with Michael is that he really made me think outside the box and apply my knowledge in unique yet unconventional ways. For instance, I struggled with improvising at faster tempos in high school, mostly because I thought I couldn’t “hit all the changes correctly.” I remember bringing this up to Michael during a lesson one day, and instead of teaching me licks and melodies that would work over the chord changes, he put the metronome on 200 bpm (much faster than I was used to playing) and instructed me to play consistent eighth notes at that tempo but without worrying about any harmony or chord changes on the page (playing freely). This, in turn, helped train my ears to hear melodies and harmonies that weren’t in my vocabulary before. Michael taught me that developing ones own sound or voice doesn’t come from copying others, or showing someone what’s “right” or “wrong”. It’s about providing someone with the tools necessary to be creative and explore the endless possibilities that come with being a artist. I realized, with Michael’s guidance, that I could expand my musical knowledge by utilizing the creative tools he gave me in ways that I desired. Teaching someone a song is one thing, but teaching someone how to apply musical knowledge is a whole other ballgame and Michael has seriously mastered this. I feel lucky to have been able to take piano lessons with him.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My rate is $115/hr. New students start with a phone consultation. Then, we do a paid trial lesson to make sure we're the best fit before confirming a weekly lesson time.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to customize the experience for each student while using creative ways to build a foundation so everyone learn to love music and play at the highest level possible.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a BM in Jazz Piano and Studio Music at the prestigious University of Miami (FL). I have toured for years performing in many genres. As a teacher, I have taught up to 45 private students each week from ages 4 to 90.

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