Fun Piano class in French or English with experienced Irish fellow :)

From 31 £ /h

UPDATE 2023:
Je suis retourné en Irlande, mais donne toujours des cours par webcam. Ça marche bien, et j'aime toujours autant donné des cours. Ça fait cinq ans d'expèrience, des tonnes d'avis positifs sur pleins de site, et envie de continuer à aider les gens avec leur découvertes musicales :)

I have done all of my piano grades in Ireland, up to grade 8, which took ten years of piano lessons. I have lots of experience both teaching and performing, and play several other instruments as well (flute, tin whistle, alto saxophone, guitar, djembe, singing, anything at all). If you like singing, if you want to try one of your pieces with flute accompaniment from me, if you want to learn composition skills, if you want to learn jazz, pop, classical, loads of music theory or only the minimum of music theory... It's up to you! Write to me and tell me what you want to learn, and I'll tell you if we can do it. :) we can do everything in English or in French (I have one class in French and one class in English at the moment), and we can do it in my place or in yours.

I love music, and I love teaching it, and you will feel that same excitement hopefully for the rest of your musical days if you come try a class with me. So write to me and let's get started on your piano adventure! :)

Extra information

Classes will be by webcam, in English or French

Location

Online from France

About Me

I'm a 26 year old Irish guy who has been crazy about music since the age of 4, when our teacher gave us a recorder. I have been involved in many music projects and gigs and sessions of wildly varying nature over the years - alto sax in a neo-jazzy-punk band in Ireland, keyboard player for a gospel choir, flute in a Japanese jazz quintet in Matsumoto, alto sax again and singing in Berlin in a psychedelic stoner rock band, years and years of traditional Irish music with a band called Cogar in my hometown of Ireland, years of accompanying singers in secondary school on the piano for all sorts of competitions and shows and etc, oh and I used to have a regular Saturday evening piano gig in a local hotel for about 2 years that was amazing. I love music very much, and it has always been, above all, a way to express myself, and ideally with friends. If I can share that same love with you for music, I'd be very happy.

Education

Studied mathematics and philosophy for two years in Trinity College Dublin before deciding it wasn't for me. Had a nice time though, which is all that really matters. :)

Experience / Qualifications

I have experience teaching mathematics, Irish (gaelique), English, tin whistle, piano, flute and saxophone. I love teaching and always have; I'm extremely patient, and love getting students to realise that their brain works perfectly, and that learning is fun.

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

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

German

Japanese

Irish

Skills

Piano

Jazz music

Music theory lessons

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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English lessons with experienced native speaker! :)

22 £ /h

I am an Irish guy of 26 years old, who studied mathematics and philosophy at University. I have also had 5 pieces published, that were written for a theatre company in Ireland who commissioned me. So I have a very high level of English - I love reading and I write a lot, regularly.

My experience teaching English is also growing by the week; at the moment I am giving three English classes. One is to two sisters, of 9 and 4 years old, another is to a 32 year old architect who wants to hone his skills before entering a competition to go to America, and the other is to a married couple, ages 28 and 30, who work as doctors and want to improve their English.

The class will be very flexible. You tell me what you want, and I will build a class that suits your desires and needs. I am a friendly and relaxed person, who loves teaching and learning, who is ready to share that with you.

Lydia

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Welcome to my piano teaching studio! I am a professional pianist offering private piano and theory lessons for students of all levels. As a pianist with over 14 years of teaching experience in Europe and the USA, as well as over 23 years of playing/performing, I enjoy motivating my students with music of their own preferred style and interest, whether that be classical or contemporary. My main goal is to promote a positive experience and love for music-making during the learning process. If the student is interested in a more structured approach, I guide preparation for grades 1-8 of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) piano and music theory exams where my students consistently receive highest marks. I also have successful experience preparing students for conservatory entrance auditions, masterclasses, and competitions in the Europe, the USA, India, and Canada. We have class concerts at Pianos Maene for interested students twice per year. I am happy to provide either a more relaxed or a serious approach to learning piano, we simply need to discuss the personal goals and preferences of each student.

My own studies are as follows: I have obtained two postgraduate performance degrees at the Royal Conservatory of Antwerp: "Concertsoloist" in Piano Performance and "Chamber Music” (under the guidance of esteemed professor Sergei Edelmann). Prior to this, I received my Bachelor and Masters degrees in Piano Performance/Music from the University of Minnesota - Minneapolis (with Prof. Lydia Artymiw) and Texas Christian University, Fort Worth (with Dr. Tamas Ungar). My experience includes collaboration with many different instrumentalists and singers, performing as a soloist and collaborative member in several orchestras, and receiving top prizes in several competitions. While maintaining my performance and recording career in Belgium at present, I am developing my private music studio in central Antwerp and look forward to meeting new students.

Denise

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My name is Denise and I am a professional singer and vocal coach with a Master’s degree in Historical Singing, Musicology and Music Education from the Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya (ESMUC).

I have over 10 years of teaching experience in Europe and Latin America, working with students from diverse cultural and musical backgrounds in private lessons, artistic projects, and educational contexts.

My artistic work includes early music and chamber repertoire, as well as Latin American folk, jazz, and contemporary crossover styles. This diversity strongly informs my teaching approach, which is flexible, stylistically open, and based on healthy vocal function.

Frederic

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A conservatory graduate and music theory teacher gives piano lessons.
All styles combined (classical, rock, accompaniment piano, etc.)
Method suitable for the little ones 4-5 years old
First course without obligation.

Giorgia

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I teach for all levels, from children starting from zero to students who want to prepare certifications at the Conservatories, passing through amateurs or simply curious of any age.

I firmly believe in the importance of knowing how to read music and this is exactly what I teach first, obviously adapting the method to the age of my students: knowing how to read music is knowing one more language, which, if learned well, won’t ever be forgotten (like riding a bicycle!) and it is an invaluable wealth. Starting from that point I teach the position of the hand, the arm and the whole body at the piano, the fundamentals of the piano technique (giving great importance to the percussive movement of the finger and the distribution of weight), the understanding of musical language, the expression of the personality through the keyboard, the search for touch and knowledge of piano repertoire.

Pianoma

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This is the time to finally learn some music playing, and we are here to help you reach your goals, no matter how big they are!
Pianoma is an online school where you can learn piano at home and with schedule flexibility. Our school works with teachers that speak 7 different languages.

Our main purpose is to make your music as valuable in your life as it is in ours. No matter the age, we adapt to you and to your musical tastes. We teach from 4 years old kids to our eldest student who is currently becoming 74 this year.

-> About our classes and planning

Our classes will focus on you and your musical expertise, if you have previous experience playing piano. If you are completely taking it from zero, we are also here to help.

We will also help you choose a perfect teacher for you based on your profile and what you tell us. He or She will always be teaching you, so no worries, there won't be changes all the time.

On our first class we will show you a bit how we work and our virtual platform so you can access to a private profile to check your weekly notes from your teacher, videos and other content that shall be relevant to you. Of course, there will also be some piano played involved ;)

The rest of the lessons will be planned based on your time. We will focus on what you are able to do with the time you have got. No need to stress or to rush, we want you to progress at your own pace.

Classes can be held on a weekly basis, but we also accept free scheduling classes by the student's availability. Do not hesitate to write us if you need more information!

-> Our courses

These are the courses that we are currently offering are focused on:

- Piano for Children: a fun method for beginners to learn and to experience music. Pedagogically based on Montessori, learning by collaboration and self motivation.

- Piano: no matter the style or the level

- Improvisation and Composition: for curious and creative minds

-Preparation to official exams such as Trinity and ABRSM: these exams take place in official examination centers in several parts of the world, but are also held online. They are highly recognized throughout the globe.

- Preparation to musical competitions

-> Online classes: how and why?

Our classes take place by several platforms as Google Meet or Skype, but if you feel more comfortable with others we are also open to suggestions. Our Professional Studios are set with 2 video cameras, so you can see us perfectly and also hear us perfectly with a studio microphone. Do not worry about your settings, as long as you have a stable connection this is all what we need.

Why online classes? We think online classes are a valid asset for the future. Students learn comfortably from their homes and the education that they receive is proved to have the same validity as in person lessons, if performed with the right means and the right method, obviously! This is what we have been researching and testing for the past 5 years. So far, we have reached a 90% of students that actually got top results at ABRSM examinations by being prepared exclusively online by us.

-> What you need for class?

- A phone, tablet or computer with internet connection
- A keyboard.

If you do not have a keyboard yet and need assistance, feel free to let us a message, and we will try to help you find something that adapts to your budget.

-> Who are we?

We are a positive and energetic team of teachers formed mostly in different conservatories in Europe (Belgium, Georgia, Italy, France and Spain). We have more than 10 years of experience in music teaching, and it is not our only passion: film scoring, composing and playing concerts take a big part of our daily lives too. If you want to get to know us a bit more, scroll down to our Profile.

Mary

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Welcome to the music class!

Here, we are gonna discover the wonders of learning an instrument. From reading note letters, implementing a proper form to sight reading a piece, we are gonna learn in our own pace. If you're just learning music now and it feels like there's a lot to understand, don't worry we're gonna start from the basics. I will help you understand music and its elements.

With your dedication and my guidance, I'm positive that we will get a good result!

Brent

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(34)

Do you have trouble reading music? Do you love listening to music, but don't understand time signatures, keys or chords? Music theory often sounds abstract, but with the right explanation and concrete examples it suddenly becomes a lot more logical, and even fun :)

For whom?
- Beginner or advanced musicians who want to better understand what they are doing.
- Students preparing for music theory exams (e.g. music school, entrance exams).
- Independent artists/producers who want to deepen their musical knowledge.
- Anyone who is curious about the language behind music.

What can you expect?
- Clear explanation, at your own pace.
- Theory made immediately applicable with examples on the piano.
- Extra attention to insight instead of learning dry rules by heart.
- Tutoring fully tailored to your level and goal (classical, pop, songwriting, production, ...).

About me
I obtained a Grade 8 diploma in Music Theory and also a Grade 8 Piano from the Royal Schools of Music. In addition, I hold a diploma in Audio Engineering from Hofa College. I am active as a music artist and producer myself. Thanks to this combination of classical training and practical experience, I know how important it is to make theory understandable, concrete, and musical. I use my own piano during lessons to clarify everything visually and audibly.

Possible topics:
- Learn to read music.
- Scales, chords & harmony.
- Form and analysis (classical, jazz or pop).
- Rhythm, time signatures & tempo.
- Music theory for producers/songwriters.
- Songwriting.
- Preparation for exams or entrance tests.

Practical
- 1-on-1 lessons, online or live (if you don't live too far away).
- I provide materials, or we work with what you need.
- No prior knowledge required. Lessons adapted to your level.

🎶 Feel free to send me a message with your questions or goals. We'll see how I can best help you.

Leandro

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PROFESSIONAL GUITARIST, COMPOSER, MUSIC AND GUITAR TEACHER

Beginner-Advanced Level

Experience:
I am a professional musician and have been teaching students of all ages for over 20 years. My experience as a teacher and my pursuit of self-improvement as a musician have led me to develop an effective method that I have already tested with over a hundred students.
Throughout my career I had the satisfaction of studying with great masters of different specialties or styles, each one emphasizing different aspects of flamenco, classical or modern guitar and each one has given me their approach (technique, rhythms, accompaniment, harmony, etc.), which has led me after years of study and compilation to take the best from each one to develop my method.

My role in my classes is more that of a personal trainer than a teacher, where I will be very attentive to bringing out the best in my students, finding the right technique to help them develop a good rhythm, working on their rhythm, etc.
For me, the role of a teacher, in addition to teaching, is to be part of a team, to maintain morale and constantly improve oneself while always maintaining a love for music.

Methodology:
I tailor the lessons to the student's level, style, or goals. Generally, the first half of the lesson is dedicated to technique, focusing on proper placement, execution, and relaxation, which will result in a good sound. Over time, I've realized that it's also a way to connect with the guitar, concentrate, and warm up. So, little by little, we'll develop our routine, which will begin by working on basic rhythmic aspects.
The second half is dedicated to playing, trying to put into practice what we learned about the technique with the sticks or studying other concerns of the student, which may be a theme, harmony, falsetas, improvisation, or even other styles, etc., always obviously taking into account the search or interest of the student.

FLAMENCO
- Flamenco technique
- Palos (Tangos, Bulerías, Alegrías, Soleá, Taranta...)
- Accompaniment to singing and dancing
- Clapping and rhythms

MODERN GUITAR
- Harmony
- Improvisation
- Repertoire (rumbas, pop, jazz, rock, etc.)

CLASSIC
- Reading, solfège and interpretation.
- Works
- I work with progressive learning books

Enrico

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My lessons are friendly, relaxed and interactive. We start from the music you enjoy and build your skills step by step.
In class we work on songs, chords, rhythm, technique and improvisation, always in a practical and musical way. Lessons are adapted to your level and goals, whether you are a beginner or already have some experience.
My goal is simple: help you understand the piano, enjoy music and feel confident playing.
Feel free to send me a message and tell me what music you love!

Chen

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Hello! 🥁🎵
Are you looking to start a new musical adventure ?
My name is Chen. I’ve been living, performing, and teaching here in Amsterdam for the last few years, and I hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in jazz drums from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA).
I love diving into a massive mix of styles, blending everything from jazz and minimalism to rock, electronic music, and creative groove concept drumming. I truly believe that music lessons should be tailored to what gets you excited. Whether you want to master a solid practice pad routine, learn your favorite songs, build up your timing and coordination, or dive deep into advanced improvisation, we will design the lessons around your goals.
All ages and levels are welcome!

Let's make playing the drums fun, focused, and uniquely yours. Get in touch, and let's get started!

Youssef

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Music theory and piano lessons. I teach music theory using examples from contemporary music (jazz, rock, blues, classical), with or without music notation, which is particularly useful for aspiring composers. Lessons are tailored to your level, goals, and learning pace.

Joaquin

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Hello! My name is Joaquín, and I am a professional musician and teacher with more than 15 years of experience teaching piano and singing.

I studied at a Conservatory and have taught students of different ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced musicians.

My lessons are Online and personalized according to each student's goals, interests, and level. We can work on technique, music reading, repertoire, interpretation, rhythm, and music theory, as well as improvisation and composition.

I teach a wide range of musical styles, from classical and academic music to jazz, rock, blues, tango, pop, and more. Whether you want to learn a specific song, develop your technique, improvise, compose your own music, or simply enjoy playing and singing, I can adapt the lessons to your interests.

In singing lessons, we focus on breathing, vocal technique, pitch, expression, and confidence.

Online lessons available.

Edith

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🎤 Master Jazz Vocals:
Technique, Standards & Improvisation with an ExpertUnlock your voice's true potential and experience the freedom of jazz! Whether you are a beginner looking to build a solid foundation or an experienced singer wanting to dive deeper into the world of jazz, this course is designed to help you sing with confidence, control, and authentic style.
This course features a unique, comprehensive method that I developed over 35 years of teaching jazz vocals. It is designed to take you step-by-step from core vocal mechanics to advanced artistic expression.
🌟 What You Will Learn:
Solid Vocal Technique: Master breath control, posture, and resonance to sing with absolute ease and prevent vocal strain.
Expand Your Range: Targeted, healthy vocal exercises to smoothly blend your registers and expand your vocal range.
Form of Jazz Standards: Understand the structural architecture of classic standards (like AABA and blues forms) so you can confidently navigate any chart or jam session.
The Art of Improvisation: Overcome the fear of scatting! Learn how to use rhythm, phrasing, and basic music theory to create your own unique vocal solos.
🎼 Who Is This Course For?
Passionate beginners who love jazz and want to start their singing journey with the right habits.
Intermediate or advanced singers looking to master jazz styling, phrasing, and swing.
Vocalists from other genres (Pop, Rock, Classical) who want to transition into jazz or improve their improvisation skills.
Every online lesson is tailored to your individual pace, goals, and musical tastes in a supportive, creative, and professional environment.
Let’s bring your jazz singing dreams to life!

Jaroslav

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Hello! My name is Jaroslav. I am a professional pianist and piano teacher with several university degrees in piano performance and many years of experience in music education.

I offer individual piano lessons for adults, teenagers and children, from beginners to advanced levels and for those returning to playing after a long break.

Elise

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This class is about creating new skills and refining them, to discover together great music, to learn in an engaging and enjoyable way. It is my job not only to teach my students how to play the piano but also to adapt to their learning style.

I specialise in Classical Music and my focus is to learn to physically play the piano with the addition of learning the music history and practices, and how to ACTUALLY practice to improve quickly.
For the advanced players, I can offer guidance in the interpretative aspect, how to practice and refining your skills.
I have had 6+ yrs teaching experience with ABRSM exam preparations and very happy to help!