Meet Josh Benson-Merron
Josh has been a musician his whole life. He started piano lessons at age 8 and performed in musical theatre and a cappella groups throughout his childhood. He has degrees from College of Marin and UC Santa Cruz, studied piano at Juilliard’s Evening Division, and completed years of intensive study with multiple concert pianists.
Now based in Los Angeles, Josh performs in a band and with a choir, and has performed for churches, musical theatre productions, and private events. He also maintains a robust teaching practice, including Piano Express classes and private lessons.
Josh teaches students of all ages, from beginners to advanced, helping them develop strong technique, musicianship, creativity, and confidence at the piano. He draws from his years of performance and teaching experience, as well as formal studies in piano pedagogy with Music Learning Academy and Chopin Academy.
He believes that anyone is capable of making music. His teaching philosophy centers on joyful, meaningful, and fulfilling music-making, helping students build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music.
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What People Are Saying
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Josh is AWESOME! My 8yo daughter is learning piano for the first time and he has made it not only really productive but also a lot of fun! During the hour he uses different learning methods to keep the lesson fun and interactive.
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—Casey B.
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What I love about Josh's teaching style is that it is so strengths-based. He assesses my needs quickly and accurately, and no amount of my own negative self-talk about being an adult learner affects his view of me as his student.
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— Aza T.
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Josh teaches both my daughters piano (ages 8 & 11) and I can't recommend him highly enough. He is incredibly patient and kind with them. He explains things in a clear and concise way. He cheers them on and is always encouraging.
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— Jennifer G.
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Josh is simply the best. We are so lucky to have found him for our oldest son who started when he was 6. We also can't wait to introduce music to our younger children through him. I am a classical violinist and learned music in a traditional style with little to no emphasis on improvisation and creativity. Josh's method of teaching is both new and effective.
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— Patty G.