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Piano Lessons with Dave Long

Newburgh Creates is proud to offer private piano lessons with pianist and teacher Dave Long. Whether you’re a child picking up the piano for the first time or an adult realizing a lifelong dream, Dave brings patience, expertise, and a love of music to every session.

Dave studied music at Boston University and the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College. He studied piano for many years with acclaimed pianist and pedagogue Seymour Bernstein, along with other distinguished teachers including Raj Bhimani and Sam Yahel.

Dave teaches classical and jazz piano along with other styles like pop, rock, and blues — meeting each student wherever they are and helping them grow at their own pace.

ProgramPiano Lessons
AgesChildren & Adults
CategoryMusic & Piano
FormatPrivate one-on-one lessons
InstructorDave Long
StylesClassical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Blues
Location113 Liberty Street, Newburgh, NY
TypePilot Program
What You’ll Learn

Styles & instruction

Dave works with each student individually, tailoring lessons to their interests, skill level, and musical goals. Styles include:

Listen

Recent piano recordings

Hear Dave Long perform selections from the classical piano repertoire.

Painting of J.S. Bach
J.S. Bach
Goldberg Variations Aria
Painting of Mozart
Mozart
Sonata in F Major, 2nd Mvt. (K. 332)
Photograph of Chopin
Chopin
Nocturne No. 1, Op. 9
Lesson Pricing

Rates & lesson lengths

Lessons are available in four lengths. Adult lessons require a minimum of 60 minutes (90 minutes recommended). For children, shorter 30- and 45-minute sessions are available if needed.

30 Minutes
$85
Children only
45 Minutes
$120
Children only
60 Minutes
$150
Adults & children
90 Minutes
$225
Recommended for adults
Policies

Cancellation & billing

Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel a lesson, 24 hours’ notice is required. Cancellations within 24 hours will still require payment. Emergency situations are excluded.
Minimum Lesson Lengths
Adult lessons must be a minimum of 1 hour (90 minutes is recommended). For children, shorter lesson times of 30 and 45 minutes are available if needed.
Billing Information
For full billing details and policies, please visit davelongmusic.com/billing-and-policies.
Instructor

Meet Dave Long

Dave Long
Dave Long
Piano Instructor · Newburgh Creates
Dave studied music at Boston University and the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College. He also studied piano with acclaimed pianist and pedagogue Seymour Bernstein for many years, along with other great teachers including Raj Bhimani and Sam Yahel. Dave teaches classical and jazz piano along with other styles like pop, rock, and blues, and enjoys helping children and adults alike realize their dream of playing the piano.
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Start Piano Lessons at Newburgh Creates

Private lessons for children and adults with pianist Dave Long. Classical, jazz, pop, rock, and blues — all levels welcome. Contact us to schedule your first lesson.