About Steve

Steve (aka Doc) teaches music privately to students from beginning to advanced levels. He teaches each student through either the classical (treble/bass) method or the chord system, or both. Steve limits his clientele to adults.

Steve is Professor Emeritus of Music at Southwest Tennessee College.

Doc has earned four college degrees:

  • B.A., English/Music, Summa Cum Laude, Tulane University
  • M.A., English, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Ed.D., Curriculum and Instruction, University of Memphis
  • Ph.D., Music (Piano Performance), Trinity College of Music

STEVE KATZ, PIANO

Piano Teaching

Having taught piano since 1973,  Steve is skilled in interacting with students of all types and experience levels.

Dr. Katz uses two teaching formats:

  • In-person lessons f​or Memphians in his East Memphis studio, which offers a Steinway grand piano
  • FaceTime or WhatsApp lessons for non-Memphis students only

Steve currently has a full Memphis studio and also teaches students from as far away as North Carolina, Florida, Colorado, and even Israel

STEVE KATZ, PIANO

Key facets of Doc’s lessons:
  • Steve specializes in teaching
  • Students may choose to learn through the traditional treble/bass system
  • All lessons include relevant music theory  so that students can understand the  of  music as well as the how’s
  • Your lessons are personalized to your wants and needs.  No two students’ classes are alike in pacing, depth, or repertoire.​​​​​
Please note:  All in-person students must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID. For more information, please contact Steve at SteveKatzPiano@gmail.com  or call (901)550-0385.

STEVE KATZ, PIANO

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