Kanun lessons with a focus on Greek folk and rebetiko repertoire

From 36.62 £ /h

The kanun is an instrument of the zither family, used historically in various cultures including Arabic, Armenian, Turkish and Greek. I am a professional performer and hold a Bachelor's degree in Musicology from the University of Ioannina (Greece), specializing in the kanun.
In the lesson we will be focusing on technique, repertoire (mainly Greek and Ottoman), makam theory and elements of taksim improvisation. The level and pace of lessons will completely adapt to the needs and interests of each student.

Location

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At teacher's location :

Primulavej, Copenhagen, Vanløse, Denmark

Online from Denmark

About Me

I am an easy-going, kind and responsible person. The aspect of teaching that I enjoy most is getting to know the student, understanding their specific needs and tailoring the content of our meetings accordingly. My top priority is that the student enjoys and understands the musical processes and concepts we are sharing.

Education

2023: BA Music (Folk and Traditional) at the Department of Music Studies, The University of Ioannina, Greece Grade: 8,66/10
2014: MSc Science Communication and Public Engagement at the Edinburgh Medical School, The University of Edinburgh
2013: BSc Biology (Environmental Biology and Management of Biological Resources) at the Department of Biology, The University of Crete Grade: 7,47/10

Experience / Qualifications

Certificate in Pedagogics and Teaching, The University of Ioannina, Greece
4 years of experience as a performing musician and teacher

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Greek

Skills

Music theory

Sound (music)

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Happy students = happy me.

'Ondrej is excellent at setting the right goal posts for your level: challenging, but not so challenging as to be discouraging. He has a discerning eye and ear and knows how to direct his advice to see immediate results.' - Lauren (student)

- 10+ years experience – private & school teaching
- Lessons catered to your needs and wants
- Individual attention
- Taught ages 5-60
- Beginner to professional
- Individual & group lessons
- Experience teaching students with dyslexia, helping students with injury
- Student success:
o graded exams
o music scholarships
o admittance to music colleges
o playing their favourite pieces
- Flexible lesson times (including weekends and evenings)
- All are welcome!

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References available upon request

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For Beginners:

Basic Piano Skills: Start from scratch, learn hand positioning, and play your first songs.
Music Fundamentals: Understand the basics of music, including notes, scales, and rhythms.
Classical Music History: Discover the stories behind classical music and famous composers.

For Intermediate Students:

Advanced Techniques: Build on your skills with more complex techniques and repertoire.
Musical Expression: Explore how to add emotion and depth to your playing.
Repertoire Expansion: Learn a wider range of pieces, from classical to contemporary.

I will provide personalized lessons to match your level and goals. Whether you're just starting or advancing your skills, I will create a program that is designed to help you progress and enjoy your musical journey.

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What we will do during our lessons together:

Music Theory lessons:
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- For with experience, we will focus on music theory, harmonisation, dictation and singing and how we can use them in music.

Early music education:
For the ages between 2 to 4, the parents will need to be there
Ages 2-4: We will explore different sounds and textures of the instruments, sing fun songs and play musical tools freely along with different songs.
Ages 5-6: We will sing and play different fun songs, practice melodic and rhythmical memory and play different musical games.
Ages 7-8: We will sing and play songs, practice melodic and rhythmical memory and learning musical notation.

Lessons via webcam are also possible

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My experiences:
Graduate of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore
Bachelor Student at The Royal Danish Academy of Music
Teacher, Guitarhympia Music Singapore, where I taught the guitar orchestra of Greendale Primary School
Member of Singapore Tremolo Strings (STS), rondalla group
Teacher, Amadeus Music Academy and Stradivari Strings, Singapore
Performances at Bumzen Collective, Esplanade Recital Studio and Concourse and Lee Foundation Theatre and upcoming performances at Sankt Thomas Kirke and Raadvad Kro
Cafe Activist, Folketshus
Volunteer, LGBT Asylum Denmark
Volunteer, Resilience Collective Singapore
Volunteer, Caregivers Alliance Singapore

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Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Zhejiang Conservatory of Music
Master's degree in Piano Performance from the Royal Danish Academy of Music.
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Outside of formal education across Europe and Canada (Jazz masters in Performance, Post-Masters in Composition, Royal Conservatory of Music, grade 10) I’ve lived in places like South India (studying Carnatic classical music) and Bali (studying Gamelan music). Therefor my outlook and musical philosophy is very broad, international and holistic.

Look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Matt

Study Background:

Advanced Post Graduate Degree in Composition – Rhythmic Music Conservatory – 2020-2022
Masters in Jazz Piano Performance – Rhythmic Music Conservatory, Conservatoire de Paris, Jazz Institut Berlin – 2020.
Studies in Balinese Gamelan Music - 2023
Canada Council grant funding for individual lessons – Jean-Michel Pilc, Dan
Weiss, Prasanna – 2016-17
Studies in South Indian Carnatic Music – with Karaikudi S. Subramanian, 2015
RCM piano– grade 10 - 2009

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Rhythm guitar techniques for Funk & R&B
Jazz harmony and improvisation
Developing your own sound and style
Playing by ear and creating your own arrangements
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