Piano Lessons, Composition, Harmony and Improvisation

From 43.12 £ /h

Studying music requires developing various skills and techniques, such as practicing an instrument, understanding harmony, or reading sheet music. The piano is one of the few instruments that allows you to work on these aspects—and many more—all at the same time!

My name is Federico, and I am a jazz pianist. With me, you can explore the endless possibilities the piano has to offer, focusing on any topic you wish to delve into and any musical genre that resonates with you. Together, we’ll work on instrument mastery, sheet music reading, chord construction, improvisation, composition, and arrangement.
And that’s just the beginning!
I’d be thrilled to create a personalized lesson plan tailored to your interests and musical tastes, whether it’s mastering a song you love or refining one of your own original compositions!

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About Me

I'm an Italian jazz pianist based in The Netherlands. Throughout my musical career, I've been involved in and supported various projects and ensembles, bringing my passion for jazz music.

My piano playing is shaped by diverse experiences, spanning from jazz to soul/hip-hop, funk, and acoustic piano trio, with live performances dating back to 2013.

I have several years of experience teaching students of all levels, and I truly enjoy sharing my passion for music. I love studying and practicing alongside my students, often discovering new things together in the process!

Education

After earning his bachelor's degree in jazz piano at the “A. Scarlatti Conservatory of Palermo” in 2017, he specialized in 2024 at the “Royal Conservatory of The Hague” in the Netherlands with his research project, Composing Inspired by Classical Music through the Music of John Taylor, dedicated to exploring the connections between the music of Scottish pianist John Taylor and classical music.

Experience / Qualifications

Throughout my career, I performed on the stages of numerous prominent festivals, both in Italy and abroad. These include the concert series organized by Keep An Eye Foundation in Amsterdam, PJPJ Festival in Voorschoten, Sicily Jazz Festival, Europa Fest in Bucharest, Freedom Jazz Festival in Italy, Jazz in Sardegna, Beatfull Festival and Palermo Piano City in Sicily.

Writing and composition have always been integral to my journey, developing multiple repertoires of original pieces for his current projects. In 2017, I formed the band “Jackinthebox,” with whom I released my first EP, Lullabies, in 2023, featuring soul/RnB sounds with influences from jazz and hip-hop, in collaboration with rapper and producer Eramo Nubi.

In 2022, I formed my current group, “Qanat Trio,” exploring and blending classical music with contemporary jazz. In August 2024, they recorded their debut album at Studio 150 in Amsterdam.

Over the years, I also deepened my knowledge in the field of recording and production, working on and overseeing my projects from this perspective as well. I gained experience in the use of DAWs and mixing, along with micking techniques and recording processes.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

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Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Italian

Skills

Piano

Music composition

Music teacher training

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James

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I'm a 32-year old guitarist and composer based in Den Haag, teaching electric and acoustic guitar, in combination with music theory (if that is of interest to the student). I teach in English or in Greek. I am half Greek and half Scottish and I have been living in the Netherlands for the last 6 years.

I offer lessons in all styles, to all age groups, and for any experience level (ranging from students who have never touched a guitar before, up to advanced players who are looking for new challenges).

Face to face lessons are preferable, but I also teach online.

I am a patient and open minded teacher, and my desire is to help you learn what you want to learn, and make sure you have fun with playing the guitar and nurture your curiosity and excitement about the world of music creation !

My Credentials:
I hold a Bachelors of Music degree from Birmingham Conservatoire (UK), and a Masters of Music from The Hague Royal Conservatory. My experience as a guitarist ranges from classical guitar studies, to playing electric guitar in rock bands, as well as experience as an improviser, performer of notated contemporary classical compositions, creator and performer of ambient and electronic music. I also am very experienced in ambient and electronic-influenced guitar music, which has given me an in depth knowledge also of the guitar in combination with technology such as guitar effects, computer software and multichannel setups which expand the audio palette of the guitar. I have written songs, I have written orchestra pieces, I have worked as a DIY home producer, I have released albums, and I've performed in concert halls, rock venues, squats and festivals. I even some experience in beat-making.

My music has been performed in and has taken me to several countries, including Portugal, The Czech Republic, The U.S.A., Canada, Korea, Greece, The U.K., The Netherlands.

My Teaching style:
My emphasis is to teach you based on your interests and your needs. The lessons are based around each individual student. You bring me the music you like and the things you want to learn, and I build my lessons around that.
I've taught students everything from post-rock, to metal, to K-Pop to Nepalese songs... This way the student gets to explore music on their terms, and not based on a pre-decided set of songs or exercises. Alongside this I bring exercises and other songs that help build around the skills we learn through your songs, and help you develop the techniques needed for you to learn to play the music you love. Whatever music excites you I encourage you to bring it to our lesson, as this also gives me a chance to discover some new music !

What's more, depending on your interest, we can also explore music theory, ideas on composition and songwriting, even the basics of how to record your own songs at home.

For experienced players:
If you are an experienced player looking for new challenges and new perspectives, my wide ranging knowledge of music in a large spectrum of music will help you push your playing and knowledge of music into new worlds !

Topics of our more advanced lessons could include: in depth exploration of the possibilities of guitar pedals, using Ableton live with the electric guitar, reading scores, writing scores, exploring extended guitar techniques, using multi-amp setups, recording your own songs, playing contemporary classical works that include the electric guitar, exploring finger picking, using alternative guitar tunings, going deeper into music theory, exploring genres you haven't heard of (ranging from classical, to experimental, to free jazz, to electronic music)

Anastasiya

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I’m happy to help if you or your child would like to study the piano.
So as I play historical keyboard instruments as well (harpsichord, fortepiano), I am very happy to introduce them to you if you wish or even to teach to play them.
Children, adults, beginners, and experienced musicians are very welcome to my class.
I speak Russian and English.

Please contact me if you have any questions!

Joel

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(5)

Start the new course learning to play piano!

I am a professional classical pianist, accompanist, creator, and composer with a Bachelor's Degree from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam and a Master's Degree from the Royal Conservatorium in the Hague. For 7 years now, I have been teaching students of all levels between 5 and 60 years old.

Lessons are based on your level, interests, and goals. Together we can find out if you are keener on classical repertoire, or if you want to play your favorite pop music, some beautiful soundtrack from a movie you like or compose/improvise new pieces. With my experience in teaching diverse genres, I will help you explore the music that you like.

The central pillars I always work with are technique and creativity, which are much more connected than you would expect! While we advance, I also introduce the basics (or more deeply, if you are interested) of music theory to learn to communicate with each other in musical terms (chords, keys, score reading, etc.). And above all, the goal is to enjoy and have fun!

Akane

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There are two grand pianos at the location in Den Haag.

For children, it is important to develop basic musical skills through Singing, Rythmique, and Ear training besides piano playing. I use one technical exercise book, the main textbook, and a theory book. Through these 3 books, students learn different aspects of music and they naturally get ready for exams and grades.

After acquiring basic skills, students study Harmony and Chord exercises too. These are useful for playing pops and jazz, and they obtain a deeper understanding of classical pieces too.

Private Piano lesson, from age 4 and above. Children can start the lesson after being able to read the numbers from 1 to 5 and the alphabet from A to G.

Advanced students who want to prepare for competitions, auditions, ABRSM, GCSE, IB exams, or the entrance exam of the conservatory.

The concert is held annually together with students of flute, violin, and composition teachers.

For the ages 1-7 years, I have group Rhythmique lessons.

Gulmira

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To learn how to play piano is never too late! I have 15 years of experience in teaching students from the age of 5 until 80. Amateurs and professional musicians, all levels.
Diverse repertoire, from light pop to the classic.

I graduated Tchaikovsky conservatory in Moscow and Royal conservatory in the Hague.
I have 2 master degrees as a solo pianist, chamber soloist and piano teacher. I started to teach piano when I was 15 as a part of a school programme but my biggest experience I got here in the Netherlands.

I have students with such a different background in music: amateurs, professionals, kids, adults. I am trying to find a personal approach to every student and make the process of learning more interesting and inspiring. I teach but I also learn a lot from my students.

For example, I have a lot of students above 65 years old and they changed my vision and inspired me too. Now I see that it is never too late to start learning to play piano.

For the first lesson you (student) don’t need to bring anything. But if you are not a beginner of course it would be nice to play something what you have learned before.

The lessons are possible in Dutch, English and Russian depending on what is more convenient and comfortable for the student.

Nikos

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Understanding how music theory works through scale and chords. Using examples from Classical to Pop and Jazz music to learn how to use harmony in a functional but yet free and creative way. Eventually, we can write our own material together.

Yota

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(5)

Music Composition. Music Theory (IB Music, ABRSM, GCSE Music).
Film Music Composition. Music Programming (PureData / SuperCollider / javascript WebAudio).
Electronic Music (analog/modular synthesizers, Logic Pro X). Sound Installation (robotics, raspberry Pi, DIY music making devices)

Joy

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(5)

Baden Powell and Toquinho are two of the most important guitar legends in the Brazilian music history.
Together with Vinicius de Moraes, Tom Jobim, João Gilberto, Edu Lobo, Chico Buarque, João Bosco, Elis Regina, etc. They made the history of Brazilian music.

In this short-term lesson,
I will focus on the right hand approach of the great Baden Powell and Toquinho.

Baden's right hand technique has always been discussed that it was too mysterious.
If you go on YouTube to check any Cover version or even Transcription of his tunes, you will never see someone who can reproduce his technique. It's simply because it is very complicated if you don't know the principle.
By directly studying from Baden's only student, his son - the great Marcel Powell. I'm approved by Marcel, and would love to share his father approach.

Toquinho right hand technique for comping
After the death of Vinicius de Moares, Toquinho gradually changed the way of his accompanying into a style which involved an exclusive approach of one finger strumming.
It has become almost the only approach he is using nowadays. It is also a very exclusive technique you rarely see other use except Toquinho.

*Note that. There are many other ways to play Brazilian music.

Lidija

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An experienced piano teacher at your location will give you or your children lessons in classical piano and music theory. You can choose between free program, classical ABRSM or Trinity programmes, either as a beginner or a higher level student.

Virág

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Hi!
I’m Virág, a composer and teacher based in Den Haag and Budapest.

IF YOU:
~have ideas for pieces but lack the tools to notate them
~are considering studying composition at a conservatory and need some preparation
~have always wanted to learn the basics of music theory and counterpoint, but found it too challenging
~just want to have fun and write music

Then you’re in the right place!

FOR BEGINNERS:
~Getting acquainted with basic music theory and history
~Learning about different instruments and how to write for them.
~Receiving feedback on your own work
~Listening to and analyzing pieces from various periods of music history together
~Developing increasingly complex compositions

FOR INTERMEDIATES:
~Exploring various compositional techniques from early music to contemporary styles
~Studying instrumentation, music history, counterpoint, jazz, and classical theory (as preferred)
~Analyzing pieces from all periods of music history, focusing on form, instrumentation, and social contexts
~Assisting in creating original pieces and providing feedback on existing compositions

Peter

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I'm a player.
Keyboard player.
Everything that has a keyboard :)

Seriously, here comes the classical music, piano - accompaniment, VST instruments, and everything between the two three four...

60 mins lessons with facets - my method gives you rhythm in the process including relaxation

Carlo

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👋 Hello! I'm Carlo, a professional saxophonist, composer, and certified music teacher for public schools. I teach saxophone at various primary schools in South Holland and also work with children, teenagers, and adults—from beginners to advanced.

🎵 What I offer:

Saxophone lessons (classical, jazz, improvisation)
Composition & music theory
Ear training
Preparing for entrance exams
Personal guidance, tailored to your needs

📘 About the lessons:
My lessons usually last between half an hour (for young children) and 1 to 1.5 hours for older or advanced students. Depending on the level, we cover music theory (solfège), music theory, technical exercises, and repertoire.

Thanks to my extensive musical background, I tailor my lessons completely to the needs of each student. I use recognized teaching methods such as Kodály, Orff, and other pedagogical approaches that stimulate creativity, listening, and play – especially effective for children.

📍 Location: The Hague (at my home or at yours) or online
🗣️ Languages: Dutch, English, Italian
🎓 Experience with young children, schoolchildren and conservatory students

Lessons are playful and interactive for children, and more in-depth for advanced students. Feel free to contact me for a trial lesson!

🔹 Diplomas and Trainings

Master Classical Saxophone – Fontys University of the Arts, Tilburg (2023)
Master Classical Saxophone – Conservatorio L. Cherubini, Florence (Italy) (2020)
Pre-bachelor Courses in Composition – Conservatorio L. Cherubini, Florence (Italy) (2022)
Qualified Music Teacher for Italian Secondary Education – Florence (Italy) (2023)

More information about me, my music and projects can be found on my website:
🌐 www.carlorossimusic.com

✅ Save up to 10% with a 10-lesson package – available online, at my home, or at your location!
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👋 Hello! My name is Carlo Rossi. I'm a professional saxophonist, composer and qualified music teacher based in The Hague. I teach saxophone at various elementary schools in South-Holland region and also work with children, teenagers, and adults—from beginners to advanced players.

Currently, I teach saxophone at some elementary schools, as well as private lessons in saxophone, composition, music theory, and ear training. My approach is creative, flexible and tailored to each student's goals.

🎓 What I offer:

Saxophone lessons (classical, jazz, improvisation)
Composition & songwriting
Music theory & ear training
Audition and entrance exam preparation
Guidance for young learners, including primary school students

📘 Lesson structure:
My lessons generally last between 30 minutes (for young children) and 1 to 1.5 hours for older or more advanced students. Depending on the student's level, lessons include solfeggio, music theory, technical exercises, and saxophone repertoire.

With my wide musical background, I design each lesson to meet the individual needs of the student. I apply established teaching methods such as Kodály, Orff, and others that encourage creativity, active listening, and playful learning — especially effective for younger students.

📍 Location: The Hague (my place, your place, or online)
🗣️ Languages: Dutch, English, Italian
🎓 Experienced with children, school students, and professionals

🔹 Degrees & Education

Master's in Classical Saxophone – Fontys Academy of the Arts, Tilburg (2023)
Master's in Classical Saxophone – Conservatorio L. Cherubini, Florence (IT) (2020)
Pre-Bachelor's Courses in Composition – Conservatorio L. Cherubini, Florence (IT) (2022)
Qualified Music Teacher for Italian Middle Schools – Florence (IT) (2023)

Lessons are creative, flexible and always adapted to the student's goals.

Yuto

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Hello, I am Yuto from Japan. I have trained classical piano for 10 years.
Even if you don't know how to read notes, I will help you to play fluently.
I am good at classical piano pieces but, if you have a specific piece, I can work with it.
If you don't have your own piano, we can also have a lesson in the The Hague central library.

Sara

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Hi! I’m Sara from Italy, and since I was young, music has been a constant companion in my life. I’ve always seen it as a powerful form of self-expression and a way to connect with yourself and others. Throughout my piano and clarinet education, I’ve encountered many inspiring teachers and classmates, as well as some challenging moments. Becoming a teacher reflects my wish to share my passion for these instruments. I love helping people discover the joy of music, and I adapt every lesson to make learning effective, fun, creative, and meaningful.

In my classes, you will find a creative and supportive environment where your individual skills, goals, and musical preferences come first. Taking the time to understand these elements helps me tailor lessons in a creative and effective way, making sure the material and repertoire suit what you enjoy and want to achieve.

I create a positive and encouraging atmosphere where students feel comfortable and motivated to explore music at their own pace. Gentle and clear communication is very important to me, so we stay connected and work together to support progress.

Whether you’re starting out, looking to improve, or aiming for exams, my lessons are designed to be flexible, engaging, and focused on what matters most to you! :)

İrem

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I specialize in teaching piano and music when I was at conservatory where I studied for over 20 years. With 14 years of experience I found my own methods to make my students learn in a comfortable and creative environment. As a teacher who enjoys learning from student while teaching, I know how important this is to improve when growing up. As soon as my students feel safe and happy I let them putting their own ideas in their development. I have a lot of experience in teaching from a young age (4-5) to grown adults but I am very good with kids and I like working with younger ages a lot!