Scott is one of the only teachers in NYC who is
trained by renowned international concert artists and masters of
The Paris Conservatory, The Juilliard School, Columbia University
and the remarkable Abby Whiteside traditions
Scott has also coached renowned professionals in recording sessions for over 30 CD recordings, as a session producer, for labels including Sony Classical, BMG Music and numerous other smaller labels, and artists just starting out
That advanced experience is brought to every lesson, from beginning to advanced student, alike
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Whether you are a
beginner or an advanced student, or returning to the piano later in
life, my approach is based on supportive encouragement and individual
tailoring to the student of any age, always encouraging a living
connection to the music and active listening, creativity, and emotional
expression.
With over 20 years of advanced training and teaching experience in New
York ,
I am very fortunate to have received extraordinary musical instruction
directly from accomplished international performers who were direct
students and teaching protégés of Alfred Cortot, Nadia Boulanger, and
Abby Whiteside.
I also studied with major students and protégés of Heinrich Schenker and
Arnold Schoenberg, whose understanding and insight into the principles
of composition and the "musical logic" of the great composers were
without equal - in order to best communicate the deepest experience,
understanding, and joy of the music to students and listeners alike.
Comments by Colleagues, Students, and Parents
"Scott is among a
small fraction of musicians who have the uncanny ability to communicate
musical structure and content in a meaningful, thoughtful way to an
audience. As a producer and recording coach, he has been sought out by
the best-known artists precisely because of his sensitivity and
comprehension of the composer's intent; he is noted for his ability to
bring out the artist's best performances. Scott is also a fine pianist
and first-rate teacher."
Peter Brownlee
Piano Faculty, Central Oregon Community
College
"Scott immediately
put me at ease. At my very first lesson, he gave me a piece to play that
was at once challenging but also at a level that I could enjoy. I can't
say enough about his patient, caring attitude. He has a true teacher's
gift for inspiring you; he always works with you from where you are,
while encouraging you to progress by giving you the tools you need to
keep improving. I now play piano daily, after a thirty year gap, thanks
to his gentle guidance. I recommend him without reservation, especially
for anyone coming back to the piano, as I was. His enthusiasm is
contagious. And his patience, unlike my own, always made me feel like
there was improvement as long as I was willing to practice what he was
teaching me."
Cathy Lind Hayes,
Actress
"It is my pleasure to recommend Mr. Scott Johnson as an
effective and patient music teacher. Mr. Johnson became my
daughter’s music teacher two years ago. When I interviewed Mr.
Johnson (Scott), I gave him in depth background on my daughter’s
disability, Pervasive Developmental Delay (PDD) that is part of the
Autistic Spectrum. He cheerfully embraced the challenge of engaging
my daughter in piano educational instruction.
"My daughter was eight years old when she began working with Scott
learning at first the basic outline of the keyboard. Soon she was
able to grasp reading music and learning to understand music theory.
Finally, it was an incredible milestone to hear her play the music
she was reading at the same time.
"Scott’s perseverance and music ability has translated into her
playing songs and trying to sing along. I can’t thank Scott enough
for teaching her that through consistently applying herself, the
impossible is attainable.
"If you have any questions regarding my recommendation or would like
to more know more about my daughter's challenges and success in
music, please feel free to contact me at your convenience."
Amy DeBlaise
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