Hello! I'm Casey Cross.
I'm a music teacher and pianist in Chicago. I have been working as a professional pianist for 15 years and wear many different hats, such as:
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Dueling pianist
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Live ballet accompanist
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Music director
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Conductor
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Rehearsal pianist for opera and musical theatre
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Church pianist
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Film composer
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Audition and class accompanist
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Band member
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and more!
I have a Master of Music from the University of Washington, and a Bachelor of Music from the University of Central Oklahoma.
Fun and Experimentation
Interest in Practicing
My teaching philosophy.
Confidence in Learning
More Fun!
It's simple really: it all has to start with fun!
In my five years of teaching and throughout my personal career, I have learned that fun is the main driver of progress. If I'm not having any fun, then I don't want to play - and the same goes for any student I've taught.
When joy is the goal, then it's easy to experiment and gain confidence in something new and exciting. This also makes practice more fun, which motivates students to practice more frequently, which builds confidence and skills. And skills plus confidence equals more fun!
Increased Capacity
The Studio.
Things I Teach
in-person lessons available in Lincoln Square neighborhood in Chicago. Virtual lessons also available.
Piano
Guitar
Voice
Music Theory
Composition and Songwriting
Improvisation
Rates
includes teaching materials
(method books, sheet music, and workbook)
60 minutes - $90
45 minutes - $75
30 minutes - $60
5-lesson package (60 minutes) - $400
10-lesson package (60 minutes) - $800
Other packages available upon request
Contact Casey.
Reach out with any questions, and we'll set up a 15-minute introductory call to talk about what you're looking for.