Piano lesson in English and French in Tokyo from professional musician

From 47.42 £ /h

Hello. I run a music school(piano &harpsichord) in Tokyo.
I am a professional musician, and have a teaching experience for 25 years in the U.S, in Europe and in Japan.
I lived in London, Boston, Amsterdam and Paris. I speak Japanese, English,French and Italien.
If you are looking for a piano teacher who can teach in these languages, please contact me.

Extra information

I was born in London, grew up mainly in Tokyo and studied music in Boston, Amsterdam, Paris and in Brussels.
I am a professional musician and play piano and harpsichord. I have 25 years experience of teaching piano. I have been teaching at music universities in Kyoto and in Tokyo last 10 years.

Bachelor of music in piano at Toho School of Music (Tokyo)
Performance diploma at Longy School of Music (Boston)
Master of Music at Longy School of Music (Boston) and Royal Academy of Brussels (Belgium)

I run my own music school in Tokyo and organise a special piano class in French for the Associations franco-japonais.You can take my lessons in Ebisu (center of Tokyo, Yamanote & Hibiya line) and also online (Skype, messenger, line).

Please feel free to contact me.
Let's enjoy music.

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Ebisu, Shibuya City, Tokyo, Japan

Online from Japan

About Me

I was born in London, grew up mainly in Tokyo and studied music in Boston, Amsterdam, Paris and in Brussels.

I am a professional musician and play piano and harpsichord. I have 25 years experience of teaching piano. I also taught early music at a university in Kyoto for 5 years.

I run my own music school in Tokyo and organise a special piano class in French for the Associations franco-japonais.

You can take my lessons in Ebisu (center of Tokyo, Yamanote & Hibiya line) and also online (Skype, messenger, line,facetime).

Please feel free to contact me.
Let's enjoy music.

Education

Bachelor of music in piano at Toho School of Music (Tokyo)
Performance diploma at Longy School of Music (Boston)
Master of Music at Longy School of Music (Boston) and Royal Academy of Brussels (Belgium)

Experience / Qualifications

25 years of experience.
I taught at the Doshisha women's university and Kyoto city of arts university for performance practice class and harpsichord.
Now, I am an official accompanist at the Toho School of Music in Tokyo.
I also run my own music school, Kay Music Academy.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

Italian

Japanese

Skills

Piano

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Vito

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I'm nearly 15 years world touring professional jazz, classical pianist, singer and educator. I'm applying fresh and very inspiring, fun methodology teaching jazz, classical, pop music on piano, composition, songwriting, music theory and singing both for newbies and professionals, children and and adults too!

You want to learn any song you heard on a radio in just few lessons, you want to play music from your favorite movie, or maybe you wish to learn how to create your own tunes or improvise in any style? You wish to learn how to play any chords on piano just in few lessons? Are you a music producer and wish to get deeper into style of harmony and other stylistic elements of your favorite artists? You wish your children would learn music with inspiring young professional? Don't hesitate to try lessons with me!

Héctor

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Course to play popular music.
Jazz, Latin, Cuban music, pop, many more genres of popular music. Hi, I'm Héctor from Cuba with a career of more than 20 years as a guitarist, composer, music producer and singer-songwriter. Graduated from the University of Music in Cuba ISA

Hanae

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Hello, Everyone. I am Hanae.
I have more than 10 years teaching experience in America and Japan.
I currently offer piano lessons for international students in Tokyo, Japan. Mainly in Azabu,Hiroo,
Roppongi area.
Please contact me for other areas.
The lesson style is In-Home lesson.
I will come to student's place.
If I can help to raise students' independence or help them think by themselves, it would make me happy.
I especially focus on how to have fun practicing the piano and provide strategies for making it a natural part of life.

If you are interested, please contact me!

Kelvin

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COURSE SYNOPSIS
✔ Play and improvise on jazz standards in styles like swing, blues, bossa nova, and funk
✔ Master jazz harmonies and voicings to sound like the jazz greats
✔ Transform pop songs into an authentic jazz equivalent
✔ Improvise "solos" like a pro

HOW LESSONS WORK
✔ 45-minute weekly lessons with flexible make-up system
✔ Customised curriculum combining theory & application
✔ Lesson notes, chord charts, and fake sheets provided
✔ Play your way: PLAY | PLAY & SING
✔ Learn your way: By ear | Cipher (简谱) | Western notation

MY MUSIC STUDIO
• Shigeru Kawai SK-3 Grand Piano
• Yamaha P-125 88-key Digital Piano
• Yamaha GL-1 Guitarlele

ONLINE LESSON SETUP
• Real-time lessons, powered by Microsoft Teams
• See what I play with virtual keyboard visualisation
• Hear what I play with enhanced Steinway piano sounds

Sayuko

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I am a professional pianist, who have over 20 years experience in teaching piano and music theory.

I teach all ages, beginners to professionals, have many international students, and a class for Associations Franco-Japonais (AFJ), in English, French, and Japanese.

I also prepare students for exams or competitions, such as Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM, ARSM, DipABRSM), and Advanced Placement (AP) Music Theory, etc., and most of my students have achieved with distinction.

In my class, considering capabilities of each student, we will work and find together what is the best way for them to enjoy music, based on technical assurance and control, matching musical interpretation, communication, and delivery.

Teaching locations will be at a lesson studio in west Tokyo (Kamishakujii), student’s home, or online. Group lessons are able only for music theory at student’s home or online.
Hybrid lessons (combining face-to-face and online lessons) are also capable.

I would be happy to help you to achieve any music goals.
Please feel free to contact me for further informations.

Eldy

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Learn Music from a professional Musician!!
Can speak English, Japanese & Filipino.

I’ve been playing professionally in Philippines, Korea and Russia.

I currently teach music at an International School in Ginza.

I can teach online, at students house or my studio.

Philippe

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Private classes of piano and/or singing in pop and jazz (and classical for beginner and intermediate).
Developing sens of improvisation.
For the voice, work on the different types of technic, and practice scat.
For piano, work on chords, cadence's, rythm, reading, and improvisation.

Juan

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Piano can be a very nurturing experience for everyone that is interested. Let me help you to explore the many ways in which you can develop your skills and musicality through diverse music genres.
I have 15 years of experience teaching piano and voice, conducting vocal ensembles and arranging for a variety of genres, for school groups, professional competitions and for musical theater. I have been able to direct award winning ensembles and have had the opportunity to perform with renowned ensembles.

Kathrine

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Hello, I am Kathrine from Malaysia! :)

I am a professional piano teacher with 10 years of teaching experiences in Malaysia, Singapore, and now in Japan!
I provide private piano lesson in English, Mandarin, Japanese, and Cantonese, mainly in Tokyo, Kawasaki, and Yokohama area.

Here are some of the things you can expect from my lessons:
I enjoy incorporating music games (Kodaly method) and arts into my lessons, regardless of your age! (I believe learning through play is highly effective.)
I don't only teach "music knowledge." I value cultural exchange with my students. Through lessons or specific pieces, we can share our languages, songs, backgrounds, and more!
Whether you're preparing for exams or pursuing music as a hobby, my ultimate goal for students is to find JOY in every lesson. While learning an instrument can sometimes be challenging, I'll use my experience to guide you, and together, we'll overcome any hurdles. :)

Feel free to contact me if you are looking for a piano teacher in your native language! 😊
Thank you.

Daisy

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Piano for all ages, specialised in classical music and church music (hymn).
Teach in English, as the teacher is a Master of Arts in Music Education: Instrumental and Vocal Teaching from the University of York, UK.
Available offline (teacher comes to student's house) or online (via Zoom).

The teacher is the founder of Dolcissimo (Private Piano Course) in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Dolores

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My name is Dolores and I
-teach violin and piano lessons here in Tokyo
-10years and up
-offer yearly recitals, performance opportunities, and guidance for exams.
-have been teaching since 2018 and have taught over 100 students.
-graduated from the Meadows School of Fine Arts (Southern Methodist University) with a degree in violin performance.

Accomplishments:
-Concertmaster of Austin Youth Orchestra Symphony (2014)
-Winner of the 2014 Maurer Award
-3rd Place in Schmidbauer International Competition

Please contact me if you are interested. Look forward to meeting you!

Please tell me your nearest station when messaging me. That will determine my availability.
The schedule shown on Apprentus is a rough estimate of my schedule and is subject to change. Please message me before you determine a time.

Note: Lessons are 60m. You are welcome to take shorter lessons, but will still be charged for 60m. Transportation is also included in the initial price. If by any chance your location is far, I may give you a slightly larger rate to make up for transportation costs.

Hiroko

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Hi, I’m Hiroko, a classically trained pianist with a Piano Performance Diploma from Trinity College London and a background in Film Scoring and Music Business from Berklee College of Music.

With 3 years of teaching experience, I offer lessons tailored to all levels, available in Japanese, English, Mandarin, or Cantonese. My approach combines technical skills, music theory, and creative exploration, including composing and arranging. Drawing from my film scoring background, I help students connect music with storytelling and expression.

Whether you’re preparing for exams, improving your skills, or pursuing music as a hobby, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s make music together!

Adrien

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Have you always wanted to learn piano or improve your playing? Whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced pianist, this class is designed to help you develop strong technical skills, musicality, and confidence at the piano.

With over 20 years of playing experience and a diploma from the French Conservatory of Lille (3ème cycle – highest level), I provide structured yet fun and engaging lessons tailored to each student’s needs.

🎶 What you will learn:
✔️ Fundamental techniques (posture, hand position, finger strength).
✔️ Reading sheet music and understanding music theory.
✔️ Playing with expression and dynamics.
✔️ Classical, contemporary, or personal repertoire.
✔️ Ear training & improvisation techniques.

Lessons are available in French and English. Whether you’re a beginner or preparing for advanced exams, let’s make music together! 🎹✨

Daniel

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Hello everyone!

My name is Daniel, an experienced English and Mandarin speaking Singaporean music teacher who loves teaching piano and guitar to children and adults.

If you are someone who is passionate about music and wants to play the piano seriously but do not know where to start,
I am ready to help create a musical path for you. With over 20 years of experience teaching music,

I offer piano and guitar lessons to those in your home in Tokyo. The lessons are taught in English.

Teacher Profile
I am a Singaporean who is fluent in English and Chinese.
I hold a Master’s degree in Music Therapy from the University of Melbourne, Australia and a Diploma in Music Practice from Trinity College London.
I specialize in teaching classical and pop piano.
I have extensive experience teaching music to primary school students from Ashburton, St Christopher’s Private School in Melbourne, Australia, as well as students from private schools in Singapore.

Rina

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I enjoy teaching piano, violin, and music theory. I graduated from the Toho-Gakuen School of Music and the Royal Academy of Music. I hold teaching qualifications as an ABRSM-certified Piano Teacher and a Suzuki Method Violin Teacher.

I teach students of all ages and levels, from beginners to professionals, and have many international students.

I also prepare students for exams and competitions, including:

ABRSM Grades 1–8

ARSM & DipABRSM

Music Theory (all levels)

Lessons are held at a studio in Ikebukuro, with options for in-person, online, or hybrid formats.

Please feel free to contact me for further information.