Ruth Kallen

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Introduction

I’m a professional Piano Teacher with 20+ years experience teaching students of all ages. I love sharing my musical passion with my students, and feeling the energy they evoke when they’re excited about playing a piece they love. One of my main objectives is to motivate everyone I teach and make the overall experience both enjoyable and satisfying.

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Hired 47 times

Serves Whippany, NJ

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16 years in business

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Marlo c.

Nov 3, 2024

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I have been taking piano lessons with Ruth for a little over 3 months. She is a great teacher, with tons of knowledge and patience. I initially felt a little silly for wanting to learn piano at almost 30 years old, but she made me feel so comfortable. She is a great teacher and If there is a concept you are stuck on, she finds different ways to explain it based on your learning style. In all honestly, I had tried to teach myself piano via YouTube and could not get very far. However, I’ve only been seeing Ruth for 3 months and I’m very proud of how far I’ve come, and surprised with how much I now enjoy my time at the piano. She is also a very enjoyable person to spend your time with and talk to. Couldn’t recommend her more!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • Pop • Yes, the student has a piano • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Yousie L.

Feb 16, 2024

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Ruth is an excellent piano instructor. My husband has been taking weekly lessons for 6 months and has great things to say about her.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Yes, the student can read music • 0 - 2 yrs of formal training • Classical • Yes, the student has a keyboard • 60 minutes • At the pro’s location

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Linda P.

Jan 5, 2024

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Ruth is an excellent piano instructor and an all around beautiful person. I have been with Ruth for 1 year and have enjoyed every lesson to the fullest. She can relate to any age group regardless of ability. I highly recommend her!!

Details: 65 years or older • Yes, the student can read music • 4+ yrs of formal training • Pop • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 minutes • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Bojana B.

Jul 20, 2022

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Ms. Ruth is a great piano teacher, my son started taking lessons several months ago and loves going to piano. I highly recommend taking classes with her.

Details: 6 - 9 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training • Classical • No, the student does not have either • 30 minutes • At the pro’s location

Ruth Kallen's reply

Thanks so much for the great review! I appreciate it 😀

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Mel S.

Oct 27, 2021

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Ms. Ruth Kallen is a phenomenal piano instructor. She is very patient and understanding. During our lessons, she is very inspiring and incorporates her years of experience and passion into her teachings. Since taking her lessons, I feel more confident playing the piano, and I’m thrilled with my progress! I am an adult learning piano and I highly recommend her.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • No, the student cannot read music • No formal training; some self-taught experience • Jazz • Yes, the student has a piano • 45 minutes • My home, venue, etc.

Ruth Kallen's reply

Thank you Mel!! What’s lovely review! It is my pleasure to teach you and guide you through this musical process. You are doing wonderful for the time I’ve had you. 🎶🎶

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I start beginners with a 30 minute lesson. I feel that allows for enough time to keep their interest-level high without overwhelming them. Following, I schedule lessons for the same day/time once a week. My degree in music education places me at a greater advantage than those without formal training.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Each week we work on increasingly more difficult concepts as it relates to the music. If I feel a student has some difficulty, repetition is key to playing the piano.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a graduate of Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Science degree in music education and a concentration piano.