Experienced tutor in Accordion in North Bethesda, Michael B offers private lessons tailored to your needs.

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I began taking accordion lessons from Mike Rubin in June of 2020 after many years of not playing. Mike is an accomplished musician who can effectively share his skills with his students in an organized and clear manner, as well as being understanding and encouraging. Most of all he is willing and able to teach to the student's priorities and allows you to set the agenda for what you want to learn. I would highly recommend him.

Michael B. Rubin's reputation for dependability and conscientious devotion to his undertakings is well-known. He is known for his diligent attention to learning music he artistically transmits to audiences, music, not so well-known but music with a message. He seeks new opportunities and accepts challenges, continuously broadening his own repertoire.

June 2020

I have been taking accordion lessons from Michael B. Rubin for 7 years. He is very patient with the adult learner who has a full time job and family and little time for practice. With his help I have made a lot of progress in those years. I highly recommend him!!

June 2020

Michael is a wonderful instructor for accordion- knowledgeable and patient! Our lessons are lots of fun, and I'm thoroughly enjoying learning how to play under his tutelage. It's truly a joy working with him.

June 202

I highly recommend Mr. Rubin. I inherited my uncle’s accordion and i have always wanted to learn how to play. Mr. Rubin quickly alleviated any anxiety I had about learning to play. He was kind and patient even when I was truly awful in the beginning. One of the best decisions I ever made.

June 2020

Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

I work with Michael B. Rubin in the Edelweiss Band, which specializes in German Folk music. As you can imagine, the accordionist for a band of this type must be very proficient, and Michael is certainly that. Not only do his musical skill and technique shine, but so does his sparkling personality.

June 2020

Hey guys. I highly recommend you getting this instrumentalist. He is a very patient and kind teacher. He does not go so fast so you don't have to stress and he does not rush students to keep going unlike other teachers. Please write down your reviews and give him some love. Bye!

June 202

Positive: Professionalism

Michael is a talented musician who works hard at his craft, bringing many years of experiences to every job. I met Michael a couple of years ago when he joined The Edelweiss Band, of which I am also a member. Although the music was new to him, he jumped in 'with both feet' and has been a fine contributor to the overall quality of ensemble ever since.

June 2020

I took piano accordion lessons from Michael B. Rubin for 6 months in 2019. He was a very knowledgeable, patient and observant teacher. I appreciated his integration of music theory into his assignments and the consistency with which he monitored my progress and assigned new work for the next lesson. I would recommend Michael to anyone desiring to learn core piano accordion technique and music theory.

June 2020

Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

The instruction I have gotten from Michael for almost six years has allowed me to progress through lesson books and to play music at a more technically correct level. In addition, I have become aware of more music which is available for the accordion. Also, I have learned how to play along with other accordions. I appreciate his skill, knowledge and patience. He is a very good music teacher. I highly recommend him.

August 2020

Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

I have performed with Michael in numerous concerts. He consistently performed at a highly professional level. Our musical programs included opera, broadway, standards and international songs in English, Italian, German, Hebrew, Yiddish and Spanish. Our audiences expressed their appreciation of Michael's performance on the accordion as well as my singing with him.

June 2020

Positive: Communication, Quality

I studied the accordion under Michael for 10 years, and I have no regrets. Throughout the experience, he was patient and understanding, but also continuously pushed me forward to improve. With him, I also had many chances to display my newfound skills and knowledge, giving me memorable experiences that has made me for the better. I would recommend Michael to any who are looking to take up the accordion.

June 2020

"I highly recommend Michael B Rubin as an accordion teacher. He is an excellent teacher: patient, observant, flexible, clear about instructions, responsive to specific student interests and needs. Adult music instruction has special challenges, and he understands these so well. The fee he charges is very reasonable. My life has been enhanced by my lessons from Michael, and I look forward to taking lessons from him for many years to come.

I’m sure Michael would also be a patient excellent instructor to students who are children. One key to success is that students play music they like, and he would be very supportive— helping them find favorite songs to play.“

Celina Samuel
June 2020
Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

My two boys ages 10 and 8 take piano lessons from Michael B. Rubin. He has been teaching my boys since April 2019. Mike has been wonderful with them. He teaches with patience and gives a lot of attention to details. He requires his students to put in sufficient practice time and follows up with constructive feedback. Mike's knowledge of music is really beneficial. I would highly recommend him for piano lessons.