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Ian

5 (5 reviews)

Rate $71
Response 1h
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Number of students Ian has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
50+
Number of students Ian has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (5 reviews)

$71/h

1^st lesson free

Piano

Experienced tutor in Piano in Columbia, Ian offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

Piano

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About Ian

At The Piano Hutch, learning the piano is more than a series of lessons — it’s the start of a lifelong relationship with music. We take a personalized, step-by-step approach, moving at each student’s natural pace and building a strong foundation from the very first note. Our goal is simple: to give students the skills and confidence to one day teach themselves — and perhaps even inspire others. This long-term mindset is what keeps music alive in their hearts for years to come, and we are honored to help spark that journey.

Week after week, month after month, year after year, we witness the quiet magic of progress — a hesitant hand growing sure, a single melody blooming into a song. Learning the piano can be challenging, even daunting, but patience turns obstacles into triumphs. Watching students push through frustration, conquer difficulties, and find their voice at the keys is a rare joy — the kind that leaves you humbled and grateful to have played even a small part in their story.

It's funny how life decisions can lead you in different directions. I had just recently graduated college, and started attending this jam session, held at a restaurant nearby. I didn't participate much, just to listen mostly. They would be held every Monday night, and many of those nights, I would find myself out there. I am a huge Jazz fan, so it was right up my alley. While attending, I happened to be-friend the pianist that played there most nights. Well, one particular night, he happened to mention that he taught at a small, music school in Laurel, Maryland, and that the director might be looking for piano teachers!! I had never been to Laurel, but I went out to interview/audition, and the rest, as they say, is history.

My teaching journey began in 2007 at a small music school in Laurel, Maryland. From the time that first student came in for their very first lesson, until the school closed it's doors in the Fall of 2011, and until now, getting to work one on one with students, and seeing their progression and development on a weekly, monthly, even yearly basis, is something I feel fortunate to be a part of, and an effort I continue to this day.

About the lesson

When a new student first begins lessons, I like to get a sense of where they're at in their playing and development. If they've never played or taken lessons before, I will give them a basic outline, a road map of sorts, as to how I feel they can best achieve their goals. If they already have some playing experience under their belt, I will ask them to play something they're comfortable with, as well as ask a few follow up questions, to access where they're at currently, in order to develop a personalized game plan to help them get to the next step in their playing.

Over the last 12 or so years, I have had the privelage of working with all different types of students, from the very young to the.... well, young at heart, from those that could see, to those who couldn't, but would still surprise, even amaze you with what they could do, and everything in between. It indeed, has been quite a journey.

Choosing the right teacher can be difficult. I would say, probably the best, most helpful thing you can do, whenenver possible, is to to meet them!! See what they're like, what they're about, what their approach is like. If they offer a free first lesson, take it, if nothing else just to get a sense of what actual lessons from them might be like. And perhaps, most importantly, I think you have to ask yourself, why am I doing this? What am I trying to achieve? And is this someone who can help me get there. Just remember though, that this is a partnership and a process. It doesn't happen overnight, and in order get out of it what you're trying to get out of it, you have to be willing to invest your time and enery into it. Considering all these things I think will help with choosing the teacher that is best for you!!

A few things worth thinking about before reaching out
Before consulting with a potential teacher, it's always helpful to ask yourself, why am I doing this? What is the purpose? What am I trying to get out of this, and what am I tryng to achieve? Once that has been determined, the next question is, is this someone who can help me get there, to cross that bridge, and get out of it what I am seeking? Meeting with the teacher and taking a free first lesson, if offered, is a great way to find this out!! Or, at least get a better idea.

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Bidya
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Perfect! My son has been a student of The Piano Hutch for the past six months and still continuing. Ian is a great teacher, kind, friendly and knowledgeable. My son enjoys learning with him. He has worked with him teaching him the notes first with flash cards and making it enjoyable. He gives a feedback after class about the lesson and progress.

It has been a pleasure working with him and we highly recommend him
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Bidya

Perfect! My son has been a student of The Piano Hutch for the past six months and still continuing. Ian is a great teacher, kind, friendly and knowledgeable. My son enjoys learning with him. He has worked with him teaching him the notes first with flash cards and making it enjoyable. He gives a feedback after class about the lesson and progress.

It has been a pleasure working with him and we highly recommend him
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Craig

Ian is a great piano teacher. He keeps the lesson fun and engaging for my son for the whole session and his patience is really incredible. 10/10 would recommend
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Craig
Ian is a great piano teacher. He keeps the lesson fun and engaging for my son for the whole session and his patience is really incredible. 10/10 would recommend
Stephanie

Ian has been great to work with. He is so patient with our son, and we appreciate him. Our son, Taylor, thinks he is the best.
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Stephanie
Ian has been great to work with. He is so patient with our son, and we appreciate him. Our son, Taylor, thinks he is the best.
Toney

Ian is a very flexible teacher. I would recommend him as an instructor.
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Toney
Ian is a very flexible teacher. I would recommend him as an instructor.
Kim

Ian is a great guy, very patient. My son and I both take piano lessons from him and we are really enjoying it!
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Kim
Ian is a great guy, very patient. My son and I both take piano lessons from him and we are really enjoying it!
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5 h: $355
10 h: $710

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This first lesson offered with Ian will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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My pricing is as follows:

Studio (my place):

30 minutes: $30

45 minutes: $45

60 minutes: $60

In-home (your place):

30 minutes: $40

45 minutes: $55

60 minutes: $70

Additionally, I also offer monthly plans for both studio and in-home lessons. Monthly plans are dependent on how many weeks (lessons) there are in any given month. Monthly plans are as follows:

Studio (my place):

30 minutes: $100 or $125

45 minutes: $160 or $200

60 minutes: $220 or $275

In-home (your place):

30 minutes: $140 or $175

45 minutes: $200 or $250

60 minutes: $260 or $325

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