Samuel Vance
About
Whether you want to perform professionally or just play in your living room for your loved ones, you will reach all your musical goals with me as your mentor. But more importantly, each and every lesson will grow you closer to harnessing music's unmatched ability to unite, heal, inspire, and move those around you.
My mission is to inspire, equip and empower you to play piano the way you've always wanted. This wonderful instrument has brought so much joy, confidence and beauty to the lives of my students, and I can't wait to see how you'll flourish both musically and as a human being. Let's get you killing!
Teaching Style
Whether you're starting for the first time or have been playing your whole life, I help students of all ages, backgrounds, and musical styles achieve complete confidence on the instrument.
I cover all genres from classical to jazz, pop to RnB, and everything in between, as well as all skill levels from complete beginner to seasoned virtuosos.
Curriculum
Every student is taught all the skills they need to master piano at a high level. On top of this standardized curriculum, they are able to request any song, skill, etc that they want to learn and add it to their lessons. I am constantly customizing the lessons to best fit each and every student's musical journey.
Every lesson is brightly lit with cameras showing my front-view and overhead view, so everything is as clear as possible.
Typical lesson format:
1. Technique / Sight Reading / Foundational Concepts
2. Harmonic Mastery
3. Repertoire
4. Improvisation & Composition (for more advanced students)
I make clear, step-by-step videos showing you how to practice every assignment for every lesson so practicing is easier than ever before. I also have detailed notes from each lesson that you can refer to throughout the week while practicing.
All you need is a piano, phone or iPad, and an internet connection to reach your full potential!
Credentials & Affiliations
B.A. in Music '22 from Biola University, piano emphasis
Biola Conservatorty of Music Outstanding Musician Award 2021-2022
Huston Performing Arts Piano Teacher from 2021-2023 in Placentia, CA (319 E Palm Dr Suites A and C, Placentia, CA 92870)
Organized annual concerts for Center Church Irvine (18422 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92612)
Professional Pianist, Composer, and Arranger (played at various private and public events, including venues such as Yaamava Resort & Casino, the Mint LA, Saddleback & Mariners Church; organized Christmas concerts and arranged music for various ensembles and all instruments including strings, piano, vocals, percussion, guitar, drums and bass)
