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Rigel T.

Rigel T.

Austin, TX

Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons


Home or Studio

25 Years

About Me

Rigel began playing piano at the age of eight. Over the years, he developed his skills further by taking private lessons from jazz masters in the Seattle area. Rigel has been performing in the Austin are for over 15 years and is currently a resident musician in the Truluck’s lounge. Though Rigel can teach many genres of music, his musical personal favorites are jazz, blues and latin, which had great influence on his style of playing. Rigel loves music because it brings joy to his daily life, and loves teaching music because he believes in spreading the message that every person is creative. The piano is a beautiful instrument to access one’s own inner creator. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, Rigel can help you expand and enhance your playing. The foundation of his work is built on a positive and playful attachment to the piano. Rigel also facilitates a songwriting group for composers, lyricists, singer-songwriters, and beat makers. Any of Rigel’s students are invited to join the group. Rigel is excited to learn how he can help you reach your musical goals. Sign up now to schedule a meeting!

Rigel T. has over 25 years of music experience in the Austin area.

Rigel T. is proficient in and teaches Keyboard and Piano Lessons, Song Writing Lessons .

Degree and Field of Study:

GeneralJanuary 2008
Austin Community College


What to expect in my Keyboard and Piano Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Great songs come from the unconscious mind. Rigel helps students get in touch with that part of themselves through writing exercises and musical improvisation while also teaching tools and strategies to put their work into a structure that can be shared. Rigel facilitates a songwriting group with the emphasis on making music creation a daily habit. All students are welcome to participate in this group.


What to expect in my Song Writing Lessons

Beginner - Intermediate

The foundation of Rigel's work is built on a positive and playful attachment to the piano. How many people get burned out from their instrument because of recital anxiety, or not having fun with it? Rigel's methods are a response to this common problem. Rigel will get students playing immediately, while also infusing the fundamentals of jazz theory and ear training. Jazz theory can be applied to any genre, and is especially important for developing a foundation for songwriting and composing. Rigel uses Jazz theory and ear training in his ow process for learning and arranging cover songs for his resident lounge gig at Truluck’s.



Formal Education:

Some community college.

Private Education:

Private tutoring with jazz greats from the Seattle area, and attending Centrum Jazz Camp and Frank Demiero Vocal Jazz camp.

Performing Experience:

15 years performing in the Austin area: lounges, restaurants, weddings and private parties. Rigel is currently a resident musician in the Truluck's lounge playing piano and singing his favorite jazz standards, blues, soul, pop, rock and country songs.

Experience Teaching:

1 year

Age Group Taught:
  • Young Adult Adult Child
Genres Taught:
  • Rock
  • Pop
  • Blues
  • Jazz
  • Country
  • Acoustic
  • Christian
  • R&B
  • Gospel
Lessons Locations:
  • Your Home
  • Teacher 's Studio
Availability:
Day Start Time End Time Detailed View
Mon 9:00am 3:00pm View
Tue 9:00am 3:00pm View
Wed 9:00am 6:00pm View
Thu 9:00am 1:30pm View
Fri 9:00am 3:00pm View
Sat off off View
Sun off off View
Last updated on 10/11/2018
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Points of Interest in Lower Manhattan
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