Dedicated pianist, cellist, and educator in Ventura, CA, offering in-person and online piano lessons. Specializing in adult students, beginners, and musicians dealing with pain or injury

I am an adult learner of the piano. I am mostly self-taught, but have had a handful of lessons with various piano teachers over the years. I truly love working with Patrick. He helped me recognize things about my playing that I never noticed. He has enabled me to really focus on the tone that I am producing on the piano as well as boost my confidence. He is super patient, and never makes me feel judged in my playing. When I am not necessarily grasping a concept, Patrick has many other ways to help me understand what he is getting at. He has so many strategies and clearly has a wealth of knowledge. I truly feel that I am progressing after a few years of stagnation in my practice. I can’t recommend working with Patrick enough!

Patrick is remarkable. He has an amazing ability to teach difficult things and make them fun . Thanks to Patrick , i started thinking about piano not as a hobby but something i want to do as a professional . He is increadibly kind, patient and relatable . And he is a first rate pianist himself .

I have been doing cello lessons with Patrick for the past few months. He has been so kind and patient with me as an adult learner. He has helped me start working through the things that can easily hold back adult learners, including all around brain and body focus. I really appreciate it.

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Review for Patrick – Cello Instructor
I’m an adult cello student, and Patrick has made learning the cello both approachable and enjoyable. His lessons are clear, helpful, and encouraging, I highly recommend him

Patrick is a patient teacher who has guided me incredibly well during my first few years of piano learning. I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher to guide me through my piano journey!

My son loves going to his Cello lessons. He’s improved significantly within his first 6 months with Patrick. Highly recommended!

Patrick has been a fantastic teacher for my daughter, who has been studying with him about 7 years. She is 16 now and he has been a positive , reliable mentor - consistently providing engaging lessons and structured practice homework. He sets expectations, guides her through challenging pieces and we’ve watched her grow so much as a musician. Thank you, Patrick!

DeJardin is a very patient teacher who provides a nurturing environment. Our son learned not only the techniques and theory, but also how to effectively practice his music pieces. The recitals are so wonderful to watch and made our son built confidence in performing. The teacher’s commitment in helping our son get better in piano also allowed him to discover his passion for other areas in music, and is now thriving in High School playing the piano in Jazz band and other instruments in Regiment. Thankful for DeJardin Piano for the positive impact you’ve had on our son!

Our son who is in high school now had lessons with Patrick over 5 years until Patrick moved.

When we look for a person who will teach our son, the most important thing to look for is “their personality” then “their teaching skills/methods” and “their own talents and skill”
Patrick has all of those, so we were very fortunate to have found him.
Patrick was always calm with our son even when our son could not focus well and he always brought his attention back to his lesson which I learned for myself as a mother.
Patrick was also not one of those teachers who would tell me or our son “I’m very busy” and would rush to finish and say “I have to go”.

He was open to us and easy to talk which allowed me ask questions and receive advice from him on how to support our son’s practice and some corrections.

After Patrick moved, our son tried a different teacher, but did not work out. However our son still loves music, thanks to the great experiences of playing and practicing with Patrick.

Patrick is a great teacher. He will meet the student where he is in his ability and work to help the student grow in his ability from there.

I studied piano until I entered college, then didn’t play again until I retired and pretty much started over with Patrick. Though my lessons with him have primarily been via zoom, that has actually worked out very well, I think because he seems so observant & comfortable that it almost seems like we’re in the same room. I also particularly like that in addition to working on technique, he includes learning about theory and listening to music from various periods and styles as well, making my lessons feel very well-rounded.
In the last year or so I’ve also experienced severe hand & wrist injuries as a result of having to use a cane to get around, and these injuries have seriously affected my ability to play the piano. Luckily for me, Patrick has proved to be extremely knowledgeable & helpful about learning how to deal with my injuries and make changes in the way I play so that I can continue to enjoy my studies of the piano.
So, if you’re interested in finding a piano teacher who is both instructive and inspiring, I highly recommend Patrick DeJardin.

Patrick is not only a great piano instructor, but a great person. He does a phenomenal job at facilitating growth by adapting to and recognizing students' needs. Outside of just “playing the piano”, we've also had many interesting discussions on musicality, technique, and music history, lending towards a thought-provoking and interdisciplinary experience. It has been a truly amazing experience working with Patrick, and I can’t recommend him enough!

Our two students, Aiden & Aubrey have been under Patrick's instruction since 2016 and have been enjoying weekly lessons. Their growth and love of music is all due to Patrick's care, guidance and has developed their skills in other areas of their academics as well as other instruments. We also love that Patrick has introduced them to music history & challenged them with their writings. We are thankful to have him as a piano instructor.

Working with DeJardin Piano has been one of the most rewarding experiences for our family. All four of my children have taken lessons with Mr. DeJardin, and I can say without hesitation that he is not only an exceptional piano teacher but also a remarkable mentor and friend to teenagers. His ability to connect with each student personally, while nurturing their musical growth with patience and excellence, is truly rare.

Mr. DeJardin brings out the best in his students, encouraging both discipline and creativity. He creates a learning environment that is both structured and inspiring, helping young musicians develop not only their technical skills but also their confidence and love for music. Beyond music, he consistently demonstrates genuine care and insight, becoming a steady, positive presence in the lives of his students.

Choosing Mr. DeJardin as your piano teacher is a decision you will never regret. He is a rare find—dedicated, talented, and deeply invested in the success and well-being of his students. I recommend him without reservation.

Patrick is absolutely the best!! Our kids love him and his lessons and their skills accelerated really fast while working with Patrick. He is very talented which I think motivated the kids to play well. He is also strong technically, and he is fun and creative. He has tons of great ideas to adapt to each student’s interests or challenges. You would be lucky to have him as teacher!