Teaching Philosophy:

As a professional concert pianist and teacher, I feel it is my responsibility to pass on all the insight and wisdom I have learn from my great teachers. Whether a student is training to be a concert pianist, or just trying out the instrument; I will give them the same amount of effort and expertise. I have taught piano to students of all ages and all levels of proficiency. Some of my student have had great success leading then to merit based scholarship to Interlochen Music School (High school) and others to the Evening Division at Juilliard. I have taught in various setting, such as music schools, summer festivals, master classes, and my own studio.

As a dedicated educator, Daniel operates his own private studio and was awarded “Top Piano Teacher” by Steinway & Sons in 2022.

The studio is equipped with a well maintained pre-war 1905 Steinway B (Refurbished in 2003.)

To inquire about in-person and online lessons: Please email me at daniel.colalillo90@gmail.com

My is located in uptown Manhattan right off the 1 train (157st) and C Train (155st.)

As an accompanist I have been on staff at Columbia University’s Barnard College and SUNY Purchase and have done work at Manhattan School of Music, Mannes, The Juilliard School, and Astral Artists in Philadelphia.

The studio is also equipped with 5 chairs, several Manhasset music stands, TV/Monitor & Bose speakers, mini fridge, and humidifier.

Recording equipment:
Audio Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen: 4 Channel
Microphones: 2 AKG-C214 “Matched Stereo Pair,” & 2AKG-P170: Small Condenser,  Cameras: Sony A6400 (4K); Sony A6000. Lenses: Sigma Prime 16mm & 33mm.

The studio is available for in person lessons (and online,) accompaniment, prescreening, recordings, videography, and other rehearsal rentals. Companies such as Music Traveler and The Naumburg Foundation have rented out my music studio.