Piano with Melchi Kpade
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💰$63 weekly lessons
Trained initially by ear, I developed a natural sensitivity to melody, harmony, and rhythm long before beginning formal instruction. This aural-first approach laid the groundwork for a later deep dive into traditional jazz studies, where I refined my skills in improvisation, theory, and performance. My teaching integrates both worlds—fostering creativity and musical intuition while grounding students in the rich language of jazz.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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Happy Student Score: Not available
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Years Playing: 20 years
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Given: 5 lessons
Accomplishments
🏅Concert Performer
➕Performing & Session Musician
Certifications & Badges
📝Music Degree
Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Schekina Grace
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 30
“As a singer, I always relied on other musicians to bring the music to life — but working with Melchi changed that. He helped me truly understand harmony and how to hear what’s happening underneath the melody. Now I can sit at the piano, find the right voicings, and accompany myself with confidence. It’s incredibly empowering to have that freedom as a vocalist.”
Camila Cortez
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 30
“Lessons with Melchi are super fun! I used to just play what was written, but now I can figure out songs by ear and make up my own stuff too.”
Tirik Johnson
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 25
“Before I started lessons, I barely knew my way around the piano. Now, thanks to Melchi’s guidance, I can sit down and actually play music — not just read notes. His ear-focused approach completely changed how I think about the instrument. Instead of memorizing shapes or theory first, he helped me hear and feel what I’m playing. I’ve learned to play a few tunes I love, and more importantly, I’ve started to find my own voice on the piano. It’s been a game-changer.”
Noé Abeni
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 20
“I’ve been playing in church for years, but working with Melchi helped me hear the piano in a whole new way. He showed me how to shape voicings that really speak, and how to improvise with freedom instead of just filling space. I’m not just playing through changes anymore — I’m actually expressing something. It’s taken my playing, and the way I serve through music, to another level.”
Chris Crutcher
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 20
“I already knew how to play the piano, but Melchi opened the door to a whole new way of feeling and understanding jazz. Instead of relying on charts or theory alone, he showed me how to internalize the music — to hear it, feel it, and then let it come through my hands. That shift changed everything. My playing is freer, more personal, and honestly, it’s never sounded better.”
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:1 location available
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Home Studio - Gales Ave715 Gales Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, USA
306.8 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.📍 Home Studio - Gales Avemondays
2 PM - 8 PM
tuesdays
2 PM - 8 PM
wednesdays
2 PM - 8 PM
thursdays
2 PM - 8 PM
fridays
10 AM - 4:30 PM
saturdays
10 AM - 4:30 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lesson- Introduction to Music & the Piano
- Posture & hand position
- Musical alphabet
- Finger numbers
Lesson 11+- Recap
- Basic introduction to musical notation (Pitch, Rhythm, etc)
- Technique & Finger reinforcement exercises
- Application Exercises & Practice tips
- Repertoire
- Rhythmic exercises 3
- Introduction to basic harmony
- Application Exercises & Practice tips
Lesson 4-10- Recap
- Ear training (Introduction to Solfège)
- Application Exercises & Practice tips
- Rhythmic exercises 2
Lesson 2-3- Recap
- Simple playing exercises
- Introduction to basic rhythm
- Rhythmic exercises 1
Advanced training plan
Your first lesson- Initial conversation & assessment
- Recap on Music fundamentals
- Scales & Applications (Major, Minor, Diminished, Augmented)
- Introduction to Jazz Theory
Lesson 11+- Jazz Harmony & Applied concepts
- Introduction to the Blues (Traditional form & Variations)
- Technique Reinforcement Exercices
- Advanced Improvisation (Intro to modal harmony)
- Practice Planning
- Repertoire
- Intro to Afro-Latin Jazz Piano
Lesson 4-10- Recap
- Ear Training & Transcription
- Intro to Improvisation
- Advanced Jazz Theory
- Application exercises & Practice tips
Lesson 2-3- Ear Training ( Solfège, listening exercises, singing intervals etc)
- Introduction to Jazz Piano
- Introduction to 2-5-1 (Major & Minor)
- Application exercises & Practice tips
What you need to bringNotepad!
What I can bringElectronic Keyboards & Baby Grand Piano
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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