1st lesson free
Tom
- Rate $90
- Response 1h
$90/hr
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1st lesson free
- Piano
- Musical keyboard
- Synthesizer
- Jazz Piano
- Harpsichord
Skilled Piano Coach – Refines expressive playing, articulation, and advanced piano techniques. Master’s in Piano Performance with 15 years of experience.
- Piano
- Musical keyboard
- Synthesizer
- Jazz Piano
- Harpsichord
Lesson location
About Tom
Over the past 15 years, I have taught piano to nearly 300 students, including high school learners, college students, and adults, guiding each of them to achieve technical excellence, performance confidence, and a deep love for music.
My teaching philosophy emphasises consistent practice, discipline, and expressive interpretation, focusing on posture, hand coordination, finger control, scales, arpeggios, rhythm, sight-reading, and understanding musical phrasing.
I structure lessons to include technical exercises, repertoire practice, and theory, and I also provide practical guidance for effective home practice to ensure students progress steadily. Many of my students have performed successfully in recitals, competitions, and school programmes, while others have earned high distinctions in graded music examinations.
My goal is to provide a supportive, motivating, and inspiring learning environment where students feel confident, challenged, and empowered to reach their full potential as pianists while developing a lifelong love for music.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My piano teaching approach emphasises personalised instruction, flexibility, collaboration, and a positive mindset. I assess each student’s current level and learning preference before planning lessons.
I focus on developing technical accuracy, rhythm stability, dynamic expression, and confident performance skills. I provide clear demonstrations and step-by-step guidance to ensure understanding.
Flexibility allows students to progress at a comfortable pace while still being challenged. Collaboration keeps students motivated as they actively participate in setting goals and selecting music.
I create a supportive environment where mistakes are part of learning. In addition to piano lessons, I teach music theory, ear training, sight-reading, and harmony to help students grow into independent and confident musicians.
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Rates
Rate
- $90
Pack prices
- 5h: $450
- 10h: $900
online
- $90/h
free lessons
The first lesson with Tom will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
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