Priyal Shah
Atlanta,GA
Summary
I am a professional piano teacher with over 15 years of experience working with students of all ages in the U.S. and abroad. I create lesson plans that fit each student’s goals and schedules, whether it’s a complete beginner or someone returning to the piano after many years. I teach a wide range of styles—Classical, Jazz, Popular, Broadway and even Bollywood. I’m experienced in working with busy professionals who want music as a creative outlet or a way to unwind. I also teach virtually and know how to make online lessons interactive and engaging.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Director
Svara Music Studio
01.2019 - Current
- Run a private studio of about 30 students, including 20% adults.
- Work with students from different backgrounds and learning styles, including beginners in their 60s.
- Teach everything from Classical and Jazz to Bollywood, Popular and Broadway music.
- Build lesson plans that fit into the schedules of adults with demanding jobs and families.
- Make learning fun and practical—whether the goal is stress relief, learning a favorite song, or building solid piano skills.
- Create musical scores of level appropriate versions of popular songs for my students.
- Plan and organize a minimum of two piano recitals a year for students to showcase their pianistic skills.
Faculty Teacher
Music Schools in NYC, Mumbai and Atlanta
01.2007 - 2020
- Taught piano to a wide range of students, from young beginners to adults.
- Learned to adapt quickly across cultures, goals, and musical interests.
- Formulated group piano and group theory lessons for mixed groups of students.
- Drew up musical scores for songs not found online or in print.
- Taught using a variety of piano methods.
- Prepared students for piano exams held by ABRSM and RCM.
- Prepared students for year end piano recital performances.
Adjunct Piano Faculty
New York University
01.2012 - 2013
- Taught undergraduate students in both private and group piano settings.
- Adapted teaching to non music majors and students with limited time but strong interest.
- Taught group theory lessons to undergraduate music majors.
Education
Master of Music - Piano Performance
New York University
New York, NY01-2013
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance
Furman University
Greenville, SC01-2011
Skills
- Adult Piano Instruction
- Virtual & In-Person Teaching
- Group & Private Lessons
- Flexible, Customized Lesson Plans
- Strong Music Theory knowledge
- Patient and Motivational Approach
- Teach using a variety of Piano Methods
- Multi-Genre Teaching (Classical, Jazz, Bollywood, Popular, Broadway and more
Languages
Hindi
Professional Working
Timeline
Founder & Director
Svara Music Studio
01.2019 - Current
Adjunct Piano Faculty
New York University
01.2012 - 2013
Faculty Teacher
Music Schools in NYC, Mumbai and Atlanta
01.2007 - 2020
Master of Music - Piano Performance
New York University
Bachelor of Music - Piano Performance
Furman University
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