Carl Testa | Entertainer, Composer & Instructor  

I teach piano & voice to students ages 5 through adult and specialize in house calls. Students may also come to my home for lessons in Virginia Highlands.

I've been playing since age 6, teaching since 1990, and play piano regularly in Atlanta area clubs & venues. I also do summer bookings in Europe & the Caribbean.

I studied classical piano and music composition, graduating with a degree from Indiana University School of Music in voice. While at IU, I wrote and recorded original compositions while studying jazz piano and improvisation with jazz great David Baker.

After moving to Atlanta I studied with jazz piano artist Ted Howe from 1990-2000.

Piano – Voice – Music Theory

I believe the key to a students success is learning to practice correctly, stay motivated, and enjoy the lessons. I'm up-to-date on digital keyboards and drum machines and these new tools are learned and utilized in the students curriculum.

We have 2 group recitals per school year. Students are encouraged to perform in front of a live audience of family, friends and fellow students.

My Rates

If I come to you: $30 1/2 hour - $60 hour.

 

Recent video of a recital performance with one of my students.

Piano Students will learn:   Voice Students will learn:
Sight reading
Chord theory
Scales
Arpeggios
Classical
Blues
Jazz
Boogie woogie
Rock piano
Composing
How to figure out song by ear
How to practice effectively
  Breath Control
Supporting your voice
Vowel placement
Posture
Italian opera voice technique or
Rock, blues, or jazz voice tones
How to sing with a microphone
Recording your voice
Maintaining your voice
How to practice effectively