Piano Lessons with Internationally Renowned Conductor and Pianist Ryan - Uckfield

Piano Lessons with Internationally Renowned Conductor and Pianist Ryan

From 68 £ /h

Excited to begin your journey into music, or looking to deepen your relationship with your instrument and your musical passion? Come study with me, Ryan McAdams - internationally renown orchestra and opera conductor, pianist, repetiteur, and educator. I have over 20 years of experience as a piano teacher, a Bachelors of Music from Indiana University and a Masters from the Juilliard School. I promise to try to make every moment of our time together inspiring and productive, regardless of your level or your repertoire interests.

Come work with me and let's make music!

Extra information

If you are a beginner, I will recommend some beginning piano books and theory books to purchase, which are inexpensive.

Location

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At teacher's location :

Firle Green, Uckfield TN22 1NP, UK

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

I am a passionate and committed educator, determined to help you on your musical journey. I have been a professional conductor, pianist and teacher for over 20 years!

Education

Bachelor of Music, Indiana University
Masters of Music, The Juilliard School
Principal Conductor of Crash Ensemble
Associate Conductor of New York City Opera and New York City Ballet

Experience / Qualifications

20 years of conducting internationally at major opera houses, orchestras, and contemporary music ensembles. Current Principal Conductor of Crash Ensemble.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Piano

Music theory lessons

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Conducting Lessons with Internationally Renowned Conductor Ryan

81 £ /h

Beginning to study orchestra, band or opera conducting? Honing your skills at university, been asked to work with a local choir, or gearing up for a new position? Come study conducting with me - internationally renowned orchestra, opera and contemporary music conductor Ryan McAdams.

Together we will work on score preparation, baton technique, ear training, instrument knowledge, and all the ins and outs of a career as a conductor. Come journey with me into this incredible field, whatever your level of experience or specific musical passions. I look forward to working with you!

Clara

I am a graduated piano teacher at the Conservatory of Lausanne (Switzerland).
I love the music and I have a passion for my instrument and for teaching as well.
I could teach you or your child, from the basic steps to the intermediate one. I have an experience in teaching in Switzerland and would be please to teach you how to practice the instrument and to learn to love it!

Ben

My life is all about music and creativity. I'm a proudly self-taught multi-instrumentalist and an eternal student.

EARLY CAREER
I worked in London as a session musician and touring drummer and pianist for more than 10 years with Shaw Thing Artist Management. I played with talent including Joy Crookes at much-loved places such as The Roundhouse, Abbey Road and The Edinburgh Festival. I also worked as a private tutor during this time, helping 50+ children and adults learn drums, piano and bass - many of whom got all the way to Grade 8.

TODAY
In 2022 I moved to Brighton for a new musical chapter. I now work as a composer/sound designer and creative director for award-winning artistic projects and brands including premium travel company Kuoni. I’m my happiest when I’m creating and making things happen, co-ordinating talented teams to get the job done.

I also offer a transcription service, delivering detailed scores which I create by ear. You can check out examples of my transcriptions on my YouTube channel.

Finally, I am an examiner for Rock School & Yamaha, assessing students across a range of popular instruments, and continue to teach one-to-one in-person and online.

PROJECTS & AWARDS
I am the producer of a short film titled When We Fell, featuring an original soundtrack released under my artist name Spoon. In 2021-22 it was presented at festivals worldwide, won three awards and was nominated for the Audience Award by the prestigious British Animation Awards.

I have also released a video game that music-lovers will enjoy called Keep The Music Alive, a retro 2D platform game that follows the creative journey of a composer - and features beautiful Contemporary Jazz/Classical tracks.

QUALIFICATIONS
I have a BMus in Music Performance & Production from the London Centre of Contemporary Music (LCCM) and am currently studying an MSc in Music and Sound for Film and Games at the University of Hertfordshire.

Tutoring Experience
The benefits of learning an instrument are huge. It boosts your memory, abstract reasoning skills, creativity, confidence, patience and relieves stress. Most importantly it is fun. I teach the drum kit, piano, theory and composition. I love sharing my passion with my students, supporting and empowering them to become the best they can be. I’m big on inspiring my students to continue progressing between lessons, independently, focussing on technical ability, stylistic understanding and the development of their own musical voice.

If you choose to take graded examinations, I have a strong track record of getting students high marks. I’m an examiner myself, so I know exactly how to prepare you. Grades 6-8 practical / theory give you UCAS points equivalent to A levels, and grades 5-6 are regarded as equivalent to GCSE level. It’s a great way to stand out when applying to schools and universities.

I teach children and adults 1-to-1 from my home in Brighton, at students’ homes and online. Students coming to me benefit from access to industry standard equipment and software - invaluable experience for any aspiring, modern musician. I hold an Advanced DBS Certificate and have many testimonials and references (upon request).

Previous tutoring experience:

Al Pascal Music - North London’s leading contemporary music school.

Diverse Voices Entertainment C.I.C - Creator / leader of Rhythm & Beats Workshop held at Edinburgh Primary School.

Keir Hardy Primary school - Co-creator / facilitator of Composition Workshop.

All Talents Music School.

Phoneix Tutors.

Fox Music School (volunteer).

Tutoring Approach
I love to learn and find ways to improve myself on a daily basis. I aim to instil this passion for self development in all of my students as I believe self education, the desire and motivation to improve yourself as the most useful tool to learning any skill.

Alan

Piano is the perfect instrument for lockdown. It allows you to enter a personal world of creativity, emotion and focus - a world of discovery that is both rewarding and fun. With 88 keys a piano can play be a whole orchestra of parts, it can play chords, basslines, melody, harmony and counterpoint all together. It the ultimate vehicle in which to explore the landscape of music. The ultimate key to unlocking music's secrets.

My courses are tailor-made to suit the ambitions of my students. Whether you want to write songs, learn to read music, pass exams, learn theory, learn to improvise or just learn to play your favourite tunes, I am here to help and guide you to wherever you wish to be.

I have over 15 years of teaching experience at all levels and in all styles - classical, jazz, rock, pop, country, blues, folk and I have taught people of all abilities and ages in schools, colleges, peripatetically, at home abroad and online.

Elisabetta

Hello,
I am a saxophone, piano, clarinet and flute teacher! If you have always wanted to play an instrument this is the right time to do it!

Together we will learn basic theory concepts and the technique required to play all your favourite songs! :)

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