About
About Me
Hi, Folks! I’m Gary Johnston, founder of the Jazz Piano Academy.
I’ve been in the music industry for over 40 years as a jazz pianist, composer/arranger, recording artist and teacher.
I live and work in the city of St. John’s in the beautiful Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
To learn more about me and my music visit: johnstonandlear.com
My mission is to bring the very best of jazz education to my global audience and to nurture the creative potential in all my students
What you can expect from me
Clear, step-by-step guidance through the world of jazz piano based on my system of the 3T’s:
Theory, Technique and Tunes,
giving you a solid jazz foundation for years of fun and musical self-expression!
- Hours of great video content
- Supporting pdf's, workbook exercises and practice tips
- Access to supportive community forums