BENJAMIN SHPARBER

Keys Player · Teacher · Composer

Boston-based musician, performer on piano, guitar, and voice, piano teacher, and music composer.

Teaching

Whether it's classical music, jazz, or playing and singing simultaneously, I can help you build the skills needed to achieve your piano playing dreams. I am an attentive teacher who meets you where you are, and helps you improve in the direction of your choice. Teaching piano is impossible without also learning music theory, so an understanding of how music works is built into all my curricula.

Jessica

Ben is a wonderful piano teacher who is patient, encouraging, and truly knows how to connect with young children. Both of our boys enjoy learning with him, and we’ve loved watching their confidence and love for music grow through his teaching.

-Mom of Logan and Lucas

Marianna

Ben brings fantastic energy and humor to piano lessons. He keeps our kids engaged and motivated without making it feel like a chore. We’ve seen great musical progress, and he's been a wonderful instructor for them.

-Mom of Ben and Leah

Groups and Bands

I regularly perform with a variety of musicians and groups. My philosophy is to listen and choose the best fit for the sound you're looking for. From cocktail bars and jazz brunches with my duo; big stages with my six-piece band; singing and playing guitar at bars and restaurants; to however I can best complement your sound with my keys, I am a versatile player that can do whatever you need me to.

Teresa and Ben

Part of the regularly gigging Duo Teresa and Ben, performing together in a variety of settings, specializing in jazz versions of your favorite popular songs.

Butter

Keys player in Butter, a six-piece jazz/funk/soul group with that smooth exciting sound!

Other Collaborations

I am also a regular contributor to many other groups and musical projects, performing and collaborating solo and with musicians throughout the Greater Boston community and beyond.

Composition

My work as a composer ranges from orchestral original compositions and arrangements; to theme music for movies, TV, and commercials; to interactive music for videogame projects. Whatever your project may be, let me help you illustrate it with sound.

Master's Degree in Composition

Master's Degree in Composition from the Longy School of Music of Bard College, with a focus on orchestral arrangements, original music, music theory, and videogame music.