About Lessons
I teach with classical methodology and focus on technical foundation, posture, expressiveness, and musical comprehension.
I teach all levels and can work with different goals: school performances, recitals, examinations, or simply personal growth and repertoire building.
In lessons there are 3 responsible parties, the teacher teaches music and practice techniques, and assigns practice tasks, the student pays attention and asks appropriate questions to make sure they know how and what to practice. As teachers we cannot be responsible for the time in which we are not present. Practice makes progress, that is the responsibility of the parent.
Practice should be established as an expectation and part of the routine like doing homework or chores if they have them. It takes time to establish that, and we will work on it together. Practice makes permanent. Only perfect practice makes perfect.
ABRSM Exams
I have spent a decade studying their curriculum, performing live to their juries, getting real-life feedback from the examiners, passing their qualifications and eventually preparing my own students for their exams with my expert understanding of their grading system and the intricacies of piano performance.
ABRSM offers assessments for pianists at all levels. Face-to-face Practical Grades and digital Performance Grades are available for Initial Grade to Grade 8. For advanced pianists, they offer ARSM, LRSM and FRSM Music Performance Diplomas.
Once you decide to work toward an exam, we will discuss the specific requirements, structure, and preparation timeline in detail.
Why take these exams?
Practical and Performance Grades are for learners of any age. They are designed to inspire and challenge and to recognise and celebrate progress. Working towards a Grade encourages learners to develop their musical skills, knowledge and understanding and get the most from their music making.