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Tad J.-
Chicago, IL

Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Song Writing Lessons


Home or Studio or Webcam

20 Years

About Me

I am a professional musician involved on all aspects of the music industry. I have always had a huge passion for sharing my skills knowledge and expertise with people who want to learn to play piano or become the best singers they can be. I feel very comfortable teaching all styles of music including Pop, Rock, Blues,Jazz, Classical. I have a verifiable track record of success as an educator. My top students performed at some of the most prestigious venues and events in the United States including Carnegie Hall and X-factor. I am also a very active performer and recording artist which helps me prepare students for live performances, competitions and auditions. 

Tad J.- has over 20 years of music experience in the Chicago area.

Tad J.- is proficient in and teaches Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Vocal Lessons, Song Writing Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

Muscic Education , Concert PianoDecember


What to expect in my Song Writing Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Further improvement of technical and reading abilities, expanding the the repertoire based the student`s preferences and the need to increase the level of difficulty.


What to expect in my Vocal Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Introduction the first piece of music to be mastered. Teaching or Improving reading the staff. Explanation of the process of mastering the piece depending on the degree of difficulty the skill level..


What to expect in my Keyboard and Piano Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Initial Evaluation of Skill Level, Review of Goals, Explanation of Method, Suggestion of Plan to achieve the goals.


What to expect in my Keyboard and Piano Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Proceeding to execution of the plan, focus on mastering/improving the technique, introduction of drills and exercises to start improving the agility, the flexibility, the speed, the reach, the dynamic control of the hands/fingers



Formal Education:

Master`s Degree in Music Education, Bachelor`s Degree in Concert Piano

Private Education:

Additional Lessons with a concert piano instructor

Performing Experience:

Over 2000 concerts, TV appearances, Countless Club and smaller venue appearances, Jazz Festivals, Numerous Recording Sessions, Major National Events including CMA Awards ( Nashille Tn ), Latin Grammy Awards ( Miami Fl ), opening for national acts ( Gretchen Wilson, Cracker ), numerous local summer fests.

Experience Teaching:

2013-Present Chief Piano and Voice Instructor at local music store, 1997-Present-Multiple Private Students ( Piano, Voice, Beginner Level Acoustic Guitar

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Under 6yrs Child
Lessons Locations:
  • Your Home
  • Teacher 's Studio
  • Webcam
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon 3:00pm 4:00pm View
Tue 12:30pm 2:30pm View
Wed 6:30pm 8:30pm View
Thu 11:30am 4:30pm View
Fri 9:00am 12:30pm View
Sat 4:00pm 9:00pm View
Sun 9:00am 2:00pm View
Last updated on 05/14/2022
Map:
Tad J.- is willing to travel up to a distance of 25 Miles to teach a lesson in your home.
Points of Interest in Lower Manhattan
Review:

Nelia - professional singer/song writer

Tad has an incredible ear for small nuances and adjustments that have a big impact on the quality of vocal performance. He also has the ability and patience to communicate and teach them accurately, so that you can experience the best of you! I went on to pursue singing professionally and am very grateful to have received this training, which I'm sure I will always come back to through the different stages of my singing career. Highly recommend! Nelia Jay on Sun Jul 23 2017 wrote on Fri, 11 Aug 2017

    Isabella Antonarelli

    Tad is an amazing instructor! I've been taking piano lessons with him for over 4 years now and have enjoyed every lesson. He is so nice and fun, and his expertise makes learning to play the piano a breeze. He is by far the best piano instructor I've ever had. I highly recommend taking lessons with Tad! Isabella Antonarelli wrote on Mon, 30 Nov -0001

      Don McCurdy - Voice Student

      I have been taking lessons with Tad for the past 2 ½ years. I was looking for a vocal instructor that would allow me to sing, play guitar, and harmonica. After going through 3 different teachers I found Tad and he was the one. Tad has been able to help shape my vocal as well as my overall performance ability. He has assisted me time and again on guitar and harmonica. He has a great ear and has stretched my singing ability to lengths I didn’t think possible. Tad has also helped me arrange my own lyrics into original songs. He is an absolutely amazing piano/keyboard player , as good as they get, which makes it so much more exciting, when he joins me performing a song. Tad is always fun to work with and has a great perspective on the gift of music and life in general. I don’t only consider Tad a teacher but also a friend. He is very encouraging and finds the good even when you might be having a bad day. I’m always grateful for our time together and look forward to learning from him each week Tad Janik wrote on Fri, 11 Aug 2017

        Monic Mihes - Voice Student

        I have had Tad as a music teacher since I was in seventh grade, and am now entering my senior year of high school. He is an outstanding piano player and music teacher; my voice has come a long way since working with him! He always had made our lessons filled with laughter and joy, and taught me many things. He is a man of many talents and one of the best music teachers by far. He works hard with students, listens, gives excellent critique, but also makes the lessons fun! He is very kind and I will forever be grateful for having him as my teacher for singing! wrote on Fri, 11 Aug 2017

          Tad Vocal Coach Review

          Tad is an amazing vocal coach. In the 3 lessons that I have taken with him so far I have already noticed a significant change in my singing abilities thanks to him. He is also very nice and humble and helps me feel better about my voice when i mess up while practicing. Cody Kay wrote on Tue, 02 Jan 2018

            Original Review

            So far a great experience! Very professional! My son loves the vocal lesson! Maria wrote on Mon, 15 Nov 2021

              Lessons with Tad

              I took some piano lessons as a kid but quit before I was proficient. I have wanted for many years to learn more piano and Tad has been wonderful to work with! He is training me both to read music as well as understand theory/ear training since I am able to play somewhat by ear. It has been a joy to work with him and make some progress in just 2 lessons so far! HIGHLY recommend! Robin wrote on Wed, 27 Mar 2024

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