INSTRUMENT LESSONS

and THEORY

PIANO LESSONS

I started learning the piano at age 8 and have been playing ever since! Although I was classically trained in piano, I am happy to teach and experiment with all musical genres.

I can teach complete beginners or any level of previous learning.

EXAMS

My preferred exam boards are Trinity College London and Music Teachers' Board (MTB) both of whom I am a registered digital exam centre with. I also use the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) of whom I am a member. I can enter for both face-to-face in-person exams, and digital / performance exams. I am able to assist pupils in preparing music for GCSEs, other school exams and performances, or those who are choosing to learn specific pieces or want to learn for their own enjoyment. There is never any pressure to take an exam.

I am also able to play accompaniments or duets for exams or other performances.

FLUTE LESSONS

I started learning the flute in school at aged 10. Along with playing on my own I also enjoyed participating in orchestras and wind ensembles and encourage everyone who plays an instrument to take part in group playing at every opportunity.

In the early learning stages I have a number of different lesson books that I utilise along with some of my own teaching strategies and will help pupils learn at their own rate. Everyone is different and my lessons are adapted accordingly. I prefer to teach lessons individually for this reason, but would consider small preexisting groups or family groupings of similar ability level.

MUSIC THEORY

I teach music theory alongside both piano and flute lessons, and believe that it is a crucial component of learning a musical instrument. For those pupils who want to undertake theory exams, I can teach up to and including grade 5 theory.

If you are interested in just having theory lessons, these cost £50 per hour which includes work set and marked between lessons. These can take place either in person or online.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Lessons –

Lessons take place in school term times only, although extra lessons can sometimes be arranged during the holidays if required.
It is important to note that whilst a teacher will use his or her best endeavours to ensure the student makes satisfactory progress, this cannot be guaranteed. In particular, careful regular practice as advised by the teacher is a prerequisite of success on any musical instrument or in any musical endeavour.
All customers are expected to behave in a responsible and courteous manner within my home at all times and to attend lessons regularly. Poor attendance, disruptive or anti-social behaviour may result in tuition being withdrawn with immediate effect. No refunds will be issued in such

Payment –

Lessons are invoiced half termly in advance for payment on or before first lesson.
Preferred payment method is by direct bank transfer but can also be made by cash or cheque.
All book purchases and exam fees will be included within the invoice as appropriate.
For people on low income there is an option for a reduced fee per lesson – please contact me to discuss this if required.
Fees will be reviewed every September and notice given of any changes before the start of the new school year.

Cancellations –

24 hours’ notice is needed to cancel a lesson for any reason including illness. A credit will be applied to the account for lessons cancelled with more than 24 hours’ notice.
All cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged as a full lesson.
There is no charge for lessons that are cancelled by me and if the lesson cannot be taken at an alternative time a credit will be applied to the account.

Discontinuing Tuition –

During the 3-week settling in period there is no notice period required if the pupil / parent decides to discontinue.
If a pupil / parent decides to discontinue tuition after the initial settling in period, 4 weeks’ notice should be given.
Terminating tuition with no notice will lead to the forfeit of any fees paid in advance.