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Martin

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Norway
£52

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Piano or composition for kids or adults by professional Pianist and Jazz ComposerTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Piano or composition for kids or adults by professional Pianist and Jazz ComposerTranslate this text using Google Translate.

I can offer lessons in piano and music theory, or a combination of both. In recent years, I have developed my own pedagogical approach to music theory that focuses on play, improvisation and hearing. Concepts are explained through specific music examples, where we build understanding gradually adapted to the student's level. I include simple exercises in improvisation where we play together. In piano lessons, the focus is on practice technique so that the student can learn effectively on his own. Teaching is tailored to the student's interests and level, and many different ways of working can be explored. For example, there may be a focus on note-based music, chord-based music or improvisation, or a combination of these. The most important thing is that we follow the students interests whatever they may be, this is to ensure that learning and motivation is not dependent on the teacher. The goal should be that you develop independence to drive your own development. Norsk: Jeg tilbyr undervisning i piano og komposisjon, der pedagogikken baserer seg på elevens egne interesser interesser, med læring gjennom lek og utforsking. Jeg opplever at mange ønsker å kunne spille den musikken de er interessert i på en selvstendig måte, og for å oppnå dette jobber vi gjerne med å forstå sammenhengen mellom akkorder og skala. Viktige konsept gjennom spesifikke musikkeksempler, der vi gradvis utvider kompleksiteten. Pleier også å inkludere enkle improvisasjonsøvelser, da dette både styrker lytting, teoriforståelse og musikkglede. Det er gøy å spille sammen! Jeg jobber også med notebasert musikk for de som ønsker det, da med fokus på innøvingsteknikk, utrykk og notelesing. Har selv jobbet mye med noter og har hatt mye glede av det. Uansett er målet at eleven får verktøy til å øve selvstendig, og at musikkgleden alltid er tilstede. Det er alt for mange som slutter å spille den dagen de ikke har lærer lenger. Målet mitt er at dette ikke skjer, og at eleven blir trygg nok til å drive sin egen utvikling over tid.

Maria

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Greece
5.0

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£29

60-min

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Fast progress piano lessons and competitions' preparation / RSL Awards Classical Piano certificationTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Fast progress piano lessons and competitions' preparation / RSL Awards Classical Piano certificationTranslate this text using Google Translate.

Welcome to my online Piano Class. I am Maria Papadatou, and I will happily help you achieve your musical goals, from zero to the top. I love all student levels, but only towards the classical piano, of any eras' works and composers. Don't be afraid, my lesson is human-friendly 😊 Everything goes step by step! Outside the lesson time, I send you short videos when needed, to support your practice through the week. As each student is different, I focus on each ones' needs and I am always creative in helping you learn through the simplest ways - "if it's easy, it's correct", that's my motto! My greatest happiness is to watch my students grow, overcome any limit and expand in full potential! As a result, many of my students have won top prizes at major international competitions, as the IBLA Grand Prize, the Spoleto International Piano Competition, the Bach au Jazz (Lilia Boyadjieva) International Piano Competition and many others. And also, at renown online competitions, as The Royal, the IYMC, the Forte Academy, and many-many others. As a Certified teacher on the official RSL Awards Teacher Registry (MusicTeacher.com), I can now offer the RSL Classical Piano programme - a well-established international piano qualification, equivalent in level to ABRSM but with more flexibility. So, in case you need a competition or exam preparation, here you are at the right place! I will help you discover the advanced piano technique, and the ways to achieve your best musical interpretation. Also, I'll help you understand and approach each composers' unique style, and secure your concert / stage presence, with simple and effective solutions for memorisation and control. I am a very proud piano teacher too, as, except all other distinctions, on Jan 11 2026 four young students of mine were awarded and invited to performed at the winners Gala at the Carnegie Hall in New York City! They also participated to the Juilliard School festival, with masterclass and lessons, a fabulous chance and experience that I wish all young pianists could have! I wish I can always bring such great opportunities and successes to all of my "piano kids"! And some exciting news! 🎉 My musical fairytale "Maya's Waltz" is from now on available as an audiobook too! Listen to it on Apple Music and Spotify: https://push.fm/fl/OX3chrO3

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Natalia

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Belgium
4.9

17 reviews

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£53

60-min

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Music Lessons / Piano Lessons / Music Theory in Erpe-Mere (Burst)Translate this text using Google Translate.

Music Lessons / Piano Lessons / Music Theory in Erpe-Mere (Burst)Translate this text using Google Translate.

As a piano teacher, I possess a strong musical ear, extensive piano skills, and a broad knowledge of music and music theory. Thanks to my experience as a music teacher, I can guide students in their musical development in a clear, structured, and inspiring way. I am fluent in sight-reading and can quickly analyze and explain music, which helps me support students efficiently and purposefully during their learning process. In my lessons, I combine technical development with musical understanding and expression. Patience, clear communication, and a positive learning environment are essential to me. Every student is different, which is why I use a personal approach that pays attention to the pace, level, and goals of each student. My strong motivational skills help students gain confidence in their playing and continue to enjoy learning music. An important part of my work as a piano teacher is recognizing my students' strengths and weaknesses. By observing and listening carefully, I can provide targeted advice and adapt exercises so that students develop step by step. I help them improve their technique, deepen their musicality, and strengthen their confidence on the instrument. The primary task in my piano lessons is to motivate students and make them enthusiastic about playing the piano. I want students not only to learn to play, but also to develop a true love for music. Therefore, I pay attention to technical skills as well as musical interpretation and listening skills. During the lessons, I work systematically on the development of hand and finger technique. This is done through targeted exercises such as scales, arpeggios, chord structures, and other technical exercises that help build flexibility, strength, and control in the fingers. Additionally, I guide students in reading sheet music correctly, understanding rhythm, dynamics, phrasing, and musical expression. I also develop and use adapted teaching materials and exercises that match the student's level and progress. By regularly reviewing and adjusting the exercises and techniques, I ensure that students build a solid technical and musical foundation. In addition to learning to play existing pieces, I also focus on understanding music. Therefore, students in my lessons are also introduced to elements of music theory, so that they better understand how music is structured. This helps them practice more independently, learn new music faster, and develop a deeper insight into music. My goal as a piano teacher is to create an inspiring learning environment in which students can develop musically, discover their creativity, and grow step by step as musicians. Playing the piano is not only a technical skill but also an art form through which people can express emotions, ideas, and stories. Therefore, in my lessons, I always try to connect technique, knowledge, and musical experience.

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Juhani

Finland
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2 reviews

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£34

60-min

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Contemporary Music Composition and Analysis LessonsTranslate this text using Google Translate.

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My classes are meant for anyone who has the basic knowledge of music theory and notation, and who has compositional ideas that need expressing. My classes are meant for anyone who has the basic knowledge of music theory and notation, and who has compositional ideas that need expressing. The lesson content can range between preparatory lessons for University/Academy Composition study entrance exams to consulting with independent composers or postgraduates. You can sign for regular lessons (weekly, monthly) or take an individual lesson - I can tutor you in all stages of your compositional process, from sketching ideas and notation to strategies for rehearsing your music. - I am able to see value in compositions regardless of style and technique. I can advise you specifically with: composing in the idioms of contemporary instrumental, vocal, and choral music, atonal, tonal, and microtonal composition, timbral and noise composition, extended instrumental composition, interdisciplinary composition, and with contemporary music analysis. - If you are interested in more topics, contact me anyway - I will tell if I can teach it. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> - I was born in Helsinki, Finland in 1990 and studied academically as follows: HAMU Prague, composition PhD (M.Rataj, H.Barton) (2018-2022) Sibelius Academy Helsinki, composition BA & MA (T.Nevanlinna, V.Puumala) (2009-2016) Kunstuniversität Graz, composition Erasmus studies (including B.Furrer, P.Billone, G.F.Haas) (2012-2013) - I have given composition lectures at prestigious universities in Budapest (F.Liszt), Brussels (KCB), Graz (KUG), Helsinki (Uniarts Sibelius Academy), Prague (HAMU), New York (Columbia Univ.), and at festivals (Freiburg, Helsinki). - I work around Europe as a freelance composer, part-time teacher at the Sibelius Academy (Helsinki, Finland) and singer for contemporary music premieres (Helsinki Chamber Choir, Chamber Choir Ireland). I am mostly based in Prague (CZ) and Helsinki (FIN). - My works have been performed on five continents since my youth, 2002. - Competitions won: DYCE (2019 and 2020), Uuno Klami junior competition (2007) - Several pupils tutored individually in Helsinki since 2014 - Basic music theory courses teacher (2010-2018, 2020-2021), about 100 pupils this far - Works published by BabelScores, member of the Society of Finnish Composers, concert curator (the MicroFest format in Helsinki and Prague)

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“ Hernan is not just a good teacher but an exceptional one. I have had only one lesson with him so far, but I got so much from it, that I am looking forward to the next one. He went above and beyond from the beginning. He is very modest and professional in his teaching style, which makes it easy to absorb what he teaches. I would say I am an advanced composition and intermediate orchestration student with decades studying and composing by myself. I had been thinking about taking some advanced online courses available on the internet, but almost all such courses are really work-on-your-own courses. They might have Facebook groups available at best, where you can post questions. But they cannot compare to having a real teacher with the hands-on knowledge guiding you one on one. That one session was packed with so many great insights which I could have never gotten out of any video course or book. Only an insider of orchestration craft and the music composition industry could have such insights. I am looking forward to what I can learn in future lessons. UPDATE AFTER 15 LESSONS: I stopped after 15 lessons because honestly it will take me a long time to process and apply everything Hernan has given me. I will be applying it to my large portfolio of compositions, and I know my compositions are going to be much more mature and well-crafted after I apply what I have learnt to them. I have a completely tranformed attitude and understanding of music composition and orchestration craft. I thought it was simply a matter of learning additional material to get me to the advanced level of the masters. But I have learnt it is a whole world of nuances, subtleties and experience that the masters had a grasp of that allowed them to create at that level. Hernan has given me a good initiation into that world. I have also acquired tools and skills that will allow me to continue the journey on my own. Thank you Hernan. ”

“ After 4-5 months of learning piano with Maria, I owe her big gratitude. I decided to learn piano as an adult and Maria helped me to overcome my insecurities in music and motivated me to keep trying and practicing. She truly cares about the whole learning experience and uses amazing methods to guide me not only in improving my playing skills, but also my musicality. The piano classes with Maria are always inspiring and challenging, but not overwhelming. In each class, she corrects the techniques and accommodates exercises for practice accordingly. I am really satisfied with her dedication and feedback. I cannot recommend Maria highly enough. In her teaching, she uses the right dose of professionalism, friendliness, patience, and understanding. Her enthusiasm for the music is so contagious. Her lovely and passionate nature and energetic vibes simply make the class an enjoyable learning experience. I cannot wait for the next piano class with Maria. :) ”

“ Emidio is a fantastic saxophone teacher. He provides you with the feedback you need to learn many things at the same time: He gives you tips for a good embouchure and shows you how to blow a proper tone. He teaches you how to play in tune and introduces you to tone articulation on the saxophone, when you are ready for it. He guides your own practice efficiently, so you can be certain to not loose time. In addition, you learn to read notes and a lot about music in general. Emidio is a kind, patient, supportive and encouraging saxophone teacher, who is ready to reply to whatever question you throw at him. Emidio communicates well and is clear. His classes are fun, inspiring and intense. I will continue my musical journey with Emidio.I highly recommend Emidio as a saxophone teacher. With Emidio, you can be certain that you learn to play the saxophone in the best possible way. ”

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