Mr. Hayden is a pianist, composer, and arranger originally from Atlanta, GA. He grew up in a musical family, with all of his three siblings enjoying playing piano, guitar, and creating their own music. Mr. Hayden’s passion for music began at a young age, listening to his parents’ renditions of songs from musicals, and watching his siblings write and perform their own music. 
 
Mr. Hayden pursued his musical education at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, where he studied music composition. During his time at Berklee, He had the privilege of learning from exceptional teachers such as Larry Bell, Emma Leiuman, Anne Goldberg-Baldwin, and Dave Frank. He also had the opportunity to participate in masterclasses with renowned composer Tania Leon and pianist/educator Kenny Werner. These experiences helped shape his musical tastes and broadened his worldview, enabling him to grow as a composer and musician.
 
As a piano teacher, his goal is to inspire his students to become excellent musicians by providing a nurturing environment that encourages self-expression and personal growth through music.
 
He believe that each student has unique strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles, so he tailor his teaching approach to their individual needs and goals, whether they’re interested in classical, jazz, pop, or rock piano.
 
He emphasize the development of good playing habits, including hand position, finger technique, posture, and music theory. At the same time, he encourage students to explore their own creativity and develop their musicality and artistry by helping them develop their listening skills and conveying their emotions and ideas through their playing.