Piano Lessons in Philadelphia and Online
European rigor
American flexibility
American flexibility
"Personalized Approach" is one of the cliches of music pedagogy. Most often, it doesn't go beyond providing a slightly different repertoire to different students. Most music instructor did not receive the training broad enough to provide a truly individual treatment to the students. This training comes only though a direct experience of playing on an international stage or preparing for a competition.
Piano lessons is a luxury and a life-long commitment. Pick an instructor who is a winner of more than 20 international piano competitions on three different continents, and who has undergone training at the best musical institutions the world has to offer.
Piano lessons is a luxury and a life-long commitment. Pick an instructor who is a winner of more than 20 international piano competitions on three different continents, and who has undergone training at the best musical institutions the world has to offer.
About Simon
Those who can, do; those who cannot - teach. I will be the first to admit that.
Understandably, most people feel somewhat lost looking for a piano teacher. Almost every instructor claims to have studied with a famous teacher, many have performed in various parts of the world, and some may be acquainted with a few musical celebrities. All mention their broad experience in teaching. How can a person tell if a teacher is worth working with?
I have, of course, been a student myself, and have made some good decisions, and some bad ones, regarding the choice of a teacher, and I know what makes the difference. My goal is to help every student significantly improve their musical facility and enjoyment. It is important to me that students don’t lose the hope of becoming excellent, not just OK, when it comes to playing piano. This is not to say I want all my students to have a music career, but I want them to feel content and satisfied when they play for themselves and others.
Understandably, most people feel somewhat lost looking for a piano teacher. Almost every instructor claims to have studied with a famous teacher, many have performed in various parts of the world, and some may be acquainted with a few musical celebrities. All mention their broad experience in teaching. How can a person tell if a teacher is worth working with?
I have, of course, been a student myself, and have made some good decisions, and some bad ones, regarding the choice of a teacher, and I know what makes the difference. My goal is to help every student significantly improve their musical facility and enjoyment. It is important to me that students don’t lose the hope of becoming excellent, not just OK, when it comes to playing piano. This is not to say I want all my students to have a music career, but I want them to feel content and satisfied when they play for themselves and others.
Why choose Simon
Explore the key benefits of the lessons, including personalized instruction, expert guidance, and a supportive learning environment.
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Internationally acclaimed
I am a prize-winner of over 20 international piano competitions and has performed on three continents with a dozen of orchestras -
Sought-after pedagogue
Feel free to look through 40 5-star reviews on Simon's Google and Thumbtack pages from his students all over the United States -
Study with someone who lives for music and art
Simon is a versatile musician, practicing every day piano music spanning from Renaissance to 21st century. You will never sound like a high-school kid in his class -
Study with a teacher who has high aspirations for you
The difficulty of the repertoire will be appropriate to the level of the student. But you will be studying with a teacher who knows that sky is the limit, and knows how to get there
Hear me play and read about my awards!
Piano competitions won from 2019 to 2023
Arcangelo Speranza Piano Competition, Taranto, Italy, 2023, 1st Prize.
Piano Campus Competition, Cergy-Pontoise, France, 2023, 1st Prize
Honens Piano Competition, Calgary, Canada, 2022, Semi-Finalist Prize
1er Concours International de Piano - Samson Francois, Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, 2022, 2nd Prize
Virginia Waring International Piano Competition, Palm Desert, CA, 2022, 2nd Prize.
Lewisville Lake Symphony Concerto Competition, Lewisville, TX, 2022, Grand Prize
Hellam Young Artists’ Competition, Springfield, MO, 2021, 1st Prize.
Wideman Piano Competition, Shreveport, LA, 2019, 1st Prize
Eismann Piano Concerto Competition, Richardson, TX, 2019 - 1st Prize
Arcangelo Speranza Piano Competition, Taranto, Italy, 2023, 1st Prize.
Piano Campus Competition, Cergy-Pontoise, France, 2023, 1st Prize
Honens Piano Competition, Calgary, Canada, 2022, Semi-Finalist Prize
1er Concours International de Piano - Samson Francois, Cagnes-sur-Mer, France, 2022, 2nd Prize
Virginia Waring International Piano Competition, Palm Desert, CA, 2022, 2nd Prize.
Lewisville Lake Symphony Concerto Competition, Lewisville, TX, 2022, Grand Prize
Hellam Young Artists’ Competition, Springfield, MO, 2021, 1st Prize.
Wideman Piano Competition, Shreveport, LA, 2019, 1st Prize
Eismann Piano Concerto Competition, Richardson, TX, 2019 - 1st Prize
FAQs
Do you have any questions? Find answers below!
Do you accept students in a specific age and level range?
Any age and level, as long as I see enthusiasm about music!
Do you offer flexible scheduling?
Yes, I have students who come twice a week, once a week, every two weeks, or whenever they need help.
Do you offer discounts for students in need?
While I often provide complimentary bonus time to my students, discounts are available for student under 18 years of age (based on need and merit).
What my students say about me
Get in touch
Karakulidi Piano Studio
4105 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
4105 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Phone: 475-227-5509
Email: simon.karakulidi@gmail.com
Email: simon.karakulidi@gmail.com