Hi,
I'm Martine. As a child I really enjoyed solfège - as the only one in the class, I think :) -. Later, harmony aroused my interest. Some people think it is a necessary evil, it makes me warm, and especially then: talk about it. Music is first and foremost a feeling, but a basic knowledge of music theory can help you so much!
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- 🎹 Do you have trouble reading sheet music?
- Do you often get stuck while practicing because you don't know your notes and rhythms enough?
- Is that knowledge of music theory really far away?
- Don't have time for weekly solfège lessons at the music academy?
- Need a little help deciphering a score?
- Or do you want to prepare for the new school year?
- Do you want to learn chords?
- Train your hearing?
- Accompany yourself on piano while you sing like crazy?
- Would you like to write your own music, but don't know where to start?
- Or do you want to learn to improvise but have no knowledge of harmony?
- Are you unsure about playing together?
- Do you lack self-confidence and freedom as a self-taught or starting musician?
- Do you feel limited in your creativity because you lack a theoretical basis?
I am happy to help you with:
- ✅ Practical note recognition exercises: Short, effective sessions that improve your reading skills.
- ✅ Basic understanding of chords: Understand how chords work and how to use them in improvisation.
- ✅ Clear explanation of basic harmony: Understand the structure of music and learn to create your own compositions with confidence.
- ✅ Techniques for improvisation: Develop methods to spontaneously create melodies and solos.
- ✅ Personal guidance, and useful tips for rapid progress: Customized lessons that match your pace and learning style.
Experience:
I graduated from Studio Herman Teirlinck (Master Kleinkunst), and then studied piano at the Antwerp Jazz Studio. I also attended workshops with Jef Neve, Kenny Werner, Bram Vermeulen, Amina Figarova, among others... In addition to fifteen years of private piano lessons (children & adults), I supervise songwriting workshops for adults & young people (Summer Academy, Zennetour finalists...) and gave I have been teaching piano for many years at the youth music school of the Halewijnstichting (Berchem).
My friends think I'm a creative jack-of-all-trades. I like to do many things: making music, writing songs, making theater, composing music & soundscapes for theater, playing piano in different bands, writing, drawing, illustrating, singing... Many styles also appeal to me in the field of music: Classical, jazz, chansons, pop, ...
🎼 Ready to improve your skills?
Stop putting your artistic talent second and come to me for personal guidance!
For whom?
All ages from 6 years, beginners & intermediate level.
(Solfège knowledge is allowed, but certainly not necessary.)
We use the piano as a basic instrument. A keyboard at home is useful, but not a must.
When?
By appointment according to availability.
You can choose one lesson, a few lessons, or a short intensive course.
Where?
In Antwerp (Kiel), near the Singel, Tentoonstellingswijk...
Prices:
See below.
Send me a message if you need any more information!
I look forward to welcoming you here.
musical regards,
Martine
