Piano Lessons in Squirrel Hill South

Hello, my name is Amin Carrillo, and I am a pianist and music educator specializing in piano performance, accompaniment, and musical development for students of different levels.

My teaching style is structured but flexible, focused on helping students build a strong technical foundation while also developing musicality, creativity, and confidence at the instrument. I adapt my approach depending on each student’s goals, whether they are learning classical repertoire, contemporary music, or practical piano skills for performance and accompaniment.

I emphasize:

Clear technical fundamentals (hand position, sound control, rhythm)

Musical expression and phrasing

Practical reading skills and independence at the keyboard

Progressive learning through achievable goals

In remote lessons, I use a step-by-step, interactive approach, making sure students receive clear feedback, demonstrations, and practical exercises they can apply immediately. I also focus on maintaining engagement through listening, visual demonstration, and guided practice strategies that work effectively online.

My goal is to help students not only play the piano correctly, but also understand music deeply and develop a personal connection with it.