Have you heard about the mother tongue method? Children learn to speak their language through listening, imitation, and constant, loving encouragement. Why should we do things differently with music? Together, we'll discover the piano in a natural and playful way. By listening, repeating, and growing step by step, we'll build a strong musical foundation. All of this in a loving environment with plenty of attention to creativity and artistic sensitivity. As a parent, you actively participate in the lesson. After all, you become your little pianist's coach for the rest of the week!

Discover the joy of music through personalised piano and composition lessons with an award-winning pianist, composer and music educator. I hold a Piano Diploma with Distinction and Second Prize, a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, and two Master’s degrees in Music Composition from Royal Holloway, University of London, and Film Music Composition from Ionian University. With over 12 years of teaching experience and an active career as a composer and pianist, I combine academic knowledge with practical musical experience. Piano lessons: Develop your technique, sight-reading, interpretation, musical expression and understanding of repertoire, with lessons tailored to your level and goals. Composition lessons: Explore melody, harmony, counterpoint, musical structure, orchestration and creative techniques. For those interested in film music, we can also explore film scoring, musical storytelling and composing for visual media. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced pianist or an aspiring composer, I will help you build your skills, confidence and individual musical voice in a supportive and creative environment. My album Entre Ruidos (Between Noises) received a Gold Award at the World Classical Music Awards, and my compositions have received international competition awards. Lessons are available online in English or Greek, for children, teenagers and adults.

Concert pianist and former Deputy teacher at the Royal Conservatoire in the Hague teaches advanced students in Ixelles and online, helping prepare for auditions and competitions and most importantly developing a deep love for music and a healhty relationship with the piano !

Piano Lessons in Bebek, Istanbul – Children & Adults With 15 years of teaching experience, I offer individual piano lessons for children from age 3, as well as teenagers and adults, at Poco Piano, a boutique music studio located in Bebek, Istanbul. Lessons are individually planned according to each student's age, level, learning pace and musical goals. My approach combines classical piano training with music theory, sight-reading, ear training and musicianship, creating a strong musical foundation rather than focusing only on learning individual pieces. For young beginners (ages 3–6), lessons are adapted to the child's attention span and developmental stage. The first goal is to build a positive relationship with the instrument and teacher while gradually introducing rhythm, pitch, keyboard orientation and basic musical concepts. For school-age students, teenagers and adults, lessons may include classical repertoire, technique, sight-reading, music theory and preparation for internationally recognised music examinations. ABRSM & LCME Exam Preparation I provide preparation for ABRSM and London College of Music (LCME) practical and theory examinations. Lessons can include repertoire preparation, technical work, sight-reading, aural skills and music theory according to the student's level and examination requirements. Conservatory & Music Theory Support Academic support is also available for students who need help with solfège, music theory, harmony or conservatory-related coursework. Practical Information All prices listed for lessons at Poco Piano include VAT (Value Added Tax), and lessons take place at our studio in Bebek, Istanbul. Home/private lessons can also be arranged upon request. These lessons are scheduled and priced separately depending on location and availability. Poco Piano offers: • Piano lessons from age 3 for children, teenagers and adults • Classical guitar lessons from age 8 • Beginner ukulele lessons from age 5 • ABRSM & LCME practical and theory exam preparation • Music theory, solfège and harmony support • Conservatory preparation and academic music support • Lessons in Turkish or entirely in English • Online music theory and exam-preparation lessons • An annual studio concert, giving students the opportunity to perform in front of an audience New students may attend a short complimentary introductory session before registration. This session is designed to meet the teacher, discuss the student's goals and determine the most appropriate lesson programme and duration. Regular lessons are individually planned according to the student's age, level and musical goals.