Sean Knapp

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MFA Interdisciplinary Dance Performance and MFA Piano Performance, Tulane University I love my life, and I love teaching! Currently, I have a wonderful, diverse group of students who inspire me. Some are children as young as 5 years old, and others are adults, from complete beginners to award-winning artists. Now, I'm looking for more talented, passionate, and hard-working students here on Thumbtack! In addition to performance, I am trained in pedagogy, which means I know how to teach in many different ways. I create a unique lesson plan for every student, based on their interests and abilities. Ultimately, I want lessons to be fun! Students are taught how to approach every piece of music/dance confidently, economically, and artistically. My Master’s Thesis focused on the dynamic, interdependent relationship between movement and sound. Deconstructing piano technique into simple choreographic units helps students learn faster and play more expressively. I am very proud of receiving my Master of Fine Arts in Piano Performance under world renowned concert and recording artist, Faina Lushtak. My ballet training includes School of American Ballet, NYC Ballet, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, and Delta Festival Ballet.

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Hired 16 times

Serves Los Angeles, CA

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17 years in business

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Sun8:00 am - 10:00 pmMon8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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

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Mumbi N.

Nov 4, 2022

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I could rave about Sean endlessly, but for the sake of time, I will simply implore you to hire him if you want a professional, warm, knowledgeable, kind, competent ballet private teacher. He is both complementary and instructive, firm yet flexible. We've had several lessons now and I have felt such joy and wholeness getting back to my love of ballet under the tutelage of a beautiful dancer and sharp instructor. Not all dancers can teach, not all dance teachers dance often, but Sean does both -- VERY well. Rating: A++

Details: 26-35 • One person (one-on-one with instructor) • Ballet • Beginner • Developing a hobby • 60 minutes • Once a week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Catherine K.

Oct 20, 2017

My daughter took from Sean and enjoyed his teaching. Her previous teachers before Sean seemed to make her always want to quit and skip lessons, but when I brought her to Sean, after a friend's suggestion, she never skipped and always practiced at home! I was so excited to see my daughter truly enjoy something and grow a passion towards music. Not only did she practice more, but improved immensely. She told me the way Sean explained things to her, it made sense. Thank you Sean!

Lauren C.

Nov 8, 2017

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I absolutely love my lessons with Sean. He is very talented, and a gifted teacher.

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Jane W.

Jul 22, 2017

Sean is an extremely talented pianist! My daughter Vivienne learned so much from him. He is very polite and professional and makes the lessons so much fun! Would highly recommend for adults or children.

Sheetal G.

Sep 2, 2017

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I've only had two sessions with Sean, but so far I think he's great. He's very organized, is a great communicator, and has a good sense of how to balance theory and technique with improvisation and creativity. I feel very comfortable learning from him.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
A typical lesson is 45 minutes or 1 hour, paid in advance. Monthly and annual rates are available. I do not teach 30 minute lessons. It's just not enough time to do a piano lesson the right way.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I want to learn about my customer's interests, aspirations, insecurities, and preferences, so that I can make a unique lesson program just for them.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Master of Fine Arts Piano Performance Tulane University, Bachelor of Fine Arts Piano Performance Tulane University, Brandywine International Piano Institute

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