Pianist Harrison Batten Jarvis experienced his Carnegie Hall debut at the age of sixteen and was subsequently named to CBC Music’s “30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians Under 30”. He has soloed with orchestras at Lincoln Center in New York City, at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia and with the Etobicoke Philharmonic in Toronto.
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27 customer reviews
Curt
Piano Lessons
I have been taking lessons with Harrison for a few months. He has taught me a lot about how to read music and some tricks for understanding what notes to play based on what key the song is in. Harrison is a great teacher as he explains things in a very understandable way. I am looking forward to continuing lessons with him! More...
Tanya
Piano Lessons
Harrison has been my piano teacher for several weeks now, and from my initial session with him up until now, he has demonstrated professionalism, attentiveness and he explains the materials well. I never leave a practice feeling as if I don’t understand something we practiced as he is thorough when going over materials. When I first started, I forgot about our session a couple of times, and he was understanding and flexible with rescheduling. I highly recommend Harrison, if you are in search of someone that is highly qualified, kind, enthusiastic about their craft. He would be an excellent choice to learn or further your piano learning journey. More...
Taylor
Piano Lessons
He is a great teacher. Makes everything easy to understand and you can see progress from lesson to lesson with him.
Josh S.
Piano Lessons
Best piano teacher there is. He lead a group lesson from the other side of the world! He has incredible talent and insight and his goal is to pass it on to you. Couldn’t recommend him enough.
Tyler Harris
Piano Lessons
Harrison is incredibly knowledgeable and personal in his teaching. I was amazed at how quickly I was playing recognizable songs and felt confident in my ability. I definitely recommend him as a teacher. More...
Charlie F
Piano Lessons
I’ve worked with him for a month ish so far and I’m very happy! He is very chill and easy to get along with. His lessons are flexible and supportive and he lets you choose what you want to play. I am self taught and not great with the fundamentals but already my playing ability has increased dramatically thanks to Harrison (and lots of practicing)! More...
Jacob s
Piano Lessons
Harrison is not only good at piano, good at being a teacher, but also good at being a friend and someone easy to talk to. Learning piano with him comes easy and fun . He's laid back but still very present in the lessons. He's such a good guy and a great teacher. More...
Zach K.
Piano Lessons
Having had the privilege of receiving piano lessons from Harrison over the past several weeks, I am thoroughly impressed by his exceptional understanding of music and his adeptness at conveying complex concepts in an understandable manner.
Harrison possesses a deep musical knowledge that enhances each session, paired with an instructional style that is both engaging and enlightening.
I highly recommend Harrison to anyone looking to work on piano, from beginners to more advanced players. His expertise and gentle teaching approach are truly exceptional.
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Hadriana Thomas
Piano Lessons
Harrison is such an excellent teacher! Very patient and knowledgeable. I’ve learned so much from him.
Gage
Piano Lessons
Fun and personalized lessons, all around great piano teacher!
Carlos
Piano Lessons
Awesome working with him. 10/10 would recommend. The way he breaks down notation and the different exercises he has you do really deepens your understanding of reading music. He also is positive and is great to work with. Anyone wanting to take a lesson should take one with Harrison. More...
Kimberly Spirdione
Piano Lessons
Harrison is awesome! I've only had one lesson with him but he was very kind and engaged, and has a very intuitive way of teaching. I'm really excited to keep working with him. More...
Yuki Hoashi
Piano Lessons
I’ve had many good piano teachers over the years but Harrison is unique in that he opens my mind and pushes my boundaries. I feel like I learn something profound and new every lesson! More...
Steven Dozier
Piano Lessons
Very friendly, professional and easy to understand. A great instructor!
Vanessa Anthony
Piano Lessons
I really enjoy learning to play piano. Harrison is patient and kind...he also teaches different techniques..I'm so happy I chose him on google. ..I'm 55 years old but I'll have a song come out soon, due to these piano lessons.. oh he cheers you on as you progress.. thank you Harrison More...
Erica Blocker
Piano Lessons
Harrison is AMAZING! He called me immediately after I submitted my request for a piano teacher. I knew right away that I loved his energy and passion for music and teaching. My first session was wonderful, and I look forward to learning how to play piano from Harrison, who is a super talented musician. More...
Barry
Hello everyone,
if you're looking for an excellent and friendly piano teacher, I would definitely recommend Harrison. I've been taking piano lessons with for several months and now.
As a beginner, I was expecting to get a lot troubles learning how to play piano. Harrison is so excellent and most important very PATIENT in his teaching.
Thank you so much!
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Jimmy Berger
As a pianist and teacher myself, I can attest that Harrison is both an excellent pianist and piano teacher. I highly recommend him.
Craig Craft
Piano Lessons
Jarvis is great, highly recommend….Craig & Dianne
Kieran
I've never met anyone with a more contagious passion for music than Harrison. What I've learned from him has quickly made music seem like more of a first language than a foreign one. An incredibly skilled teacher that clearly finds joy in bringing out the best in his students. More...
Gina
Great Teacher! Considers various ways of learning and reflects enthusiasm for the instrument and the achievements of the student. Highly motivating Instructor!
Andrew S
My 6 year old daughter is learning a lot!
Harrison is a knowledgeable and engaging teacher with high energy and makes learning fun for her.
Sinan Demir
We had tried in the past at a local piano school, but it didn’t go very well; after a couple of lessons, my son wasn’t interested in going anymore.
What a difference Harrison made. Our son simply cannot wait to go to his lessons every week. Harrison did a wonderful job at making sessions interesting for him. Harrison is creative, passionate about music and genuinely dedicated.
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May Jeun
As a teacher myself, I am really picky when it comes to choosing my son's instructor and I was thrilled when Harrison said he was available to tutor my son.
Harrison is a joyful, patient and responsible teacher who has in depth knowledge and ample experience in music. What more can you ask?
I believe having a high level degree in music does not mean he or she can teach others. However, I was amazed how my 5 year old son was exposed to a variety of music elements. My son was able to play and touch his grand piano like our electric piano at home. I found some other alternatives we had explored in the past were very strict and very teacher oriented but Harrison made the environment pleasant and exciting. My son was encouraged to recognize different rhythms, sound and melody and looked forward to class every week.
I strongly recommend Harrison, he is head and shoulders above the rest.
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Brenda Carolan
Let me start by saying that one is never too old to learn or relearn the piano.
During the dreary days of Covid lockdown, Harrison answered my request to rekindle my love of this instrument.
My decades old basic Grade 5 Royal Conservatory ability had Harrison digging deep for ideas. I was impressed at his simple presentation of a wide and inviting array of instruction. With every weekly lesson, he found new ways to spark my interest, increase my love of playing, build my skills and inspire me to go further. From a review of sight reading, simple scale techniques and music theory, to allowing me to choose the pieces I wanted to learn, Harrison creatively built our one hour Zoom sessions into an experience that I looked forward to every week. He encouraged my strong ear for music, helping me understand that it too, is crtically important in playing. His diverse knowledge and unique instructional talents in teaching piano have nudged me back to enjoying practising and playing. With these solid learning sessions, I have a bevy of tunes under my belt, including a new grasp of jazz piano - something I've always wanted to try! My confidence in my ability to read music has strengthened and I am inspired to learn more pieces on my own, to compose a little and to play more often.
Harrison is a gifted instructor with a masterful piano background. No matter what your age or ability, your piano learning is guaranteed to be a positive, diverse, enjoyable journey with Harrison as your instructor.
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Rob Kilpert
As a previously performing artist, with training from the Mannes College of Music in 1999, I was introduced to Harrison in 2019 after receiving keyboard technique and performance suggestions from previous Art School students at Bard College in New York. On many occasions Harrison has given me technical instructions and broader musical concepts that continue to sharpen and improve my musicianship. I admire Harrison's open and welcoming outlook and his critiques and comments are circumspect and far-reaching. His familiarity with the repertoire, his musical training and experience, and his desire for truer musical and artistic interpretation creates a wonderfully productive 'meeting of the minds' every time we meet, for which I am very grateful. Harrison is insightful and his precise comments add depth and also a higher realization for artistic potential, both physically and mentally, which ultimately creates a richer musical experience when it comes to performance. It is a joy and privilege to work artistically with Harrison. I hope to continue journeying through the classical repertoire in this manner, it has been such a glorious and fruitful pursuit. More...
Theresa Cummings
Harrison is the definition of professional and he is one of the most engaging people I have ever met! My son (6 years old) started piano this year and he is excited to see Harrison every week. Harrison manages to find something to get him excited every week and knows just what to say to get him re-engage when interest is lacking. He is teaching Jackson not only the practical side of music but also creating music through composition and getting his creative juices going while doing it around other topics he likes (Harry Potter, minecraft etc). He is truly a one of kind teacher that we are so grateful to have found! More...
What do you love most about your job?
I often feel like I’m not teaching music; I’m imparting values that someone can draw from for the rest of their life. After all, it’s in the discipline of sitting down at the workbench every day, through thick and thin, that one finds real freedom. Nothing is more meaningful than watching a student discover this.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I developed my love for teaching by studying under some great artists. They’ve been named to the Order of Canada (André Laplante), won a Pulitzer prize (Elizabeth Frank), won multiple Grammys (Joan Tower) and performed for the President of the United States (Amy Yang). Their joy for the art of teaching left a profound impression on me.