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Allison
- Rate R572
- Response 1h
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1st lesson free
- Piano
- Musical keyboard
- Synthesizer
Piano coach with 7 years of experience, from baroque to contemporary, sight-reading, improvisation, and teaching all ages and levels.
- Piano
- Musical keyboard
- Synthesizer
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About Allison
I am a piano instructor with over 7 years of experience. I teach school students, college attendees, and working adults. I have taught about 300 students. Many have passed exams with distinction, performed in concerts, and gained confidence. Some have moved into bands or composition. My teaching is based on care, enthusiasm, adaptive methods, and problem-solving. I believe each student learns differently. I customize lessons to each person's pace and goals. I focus on technique, reading, theory, and ear training. I also teach creativity and performance. I am patient and encouraging. I celebrate every milestone. I help students overcome challenges. I am proud of my students' growth. My goal is to foster a lasting love for music.
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About the lesson
- All levels
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching philosophy for piano is founded on four values: care, enthusiasm, adaptive methods, and problem-solving. I consider the piano an expressive instrument that offers lasting creative possibilities. My purpose is to help students develop strong technique, musical understanding, and genuine pleasure in playing. Care is at the heart of my practice. I recognize that piano learning can be challenging. I remain patient and supportive, creating a comfortable environment for questions and mistakes. I value their effort and encourage them consistently. Enthusiasm keeps students engaged. I select music that excites them and set achievable goals. I celebrate each accomplishment, from mastering a scale to performing a piece. I show progress to sustain motivation and connect practice to personal interests. Adaptive methods help every student succeed. Visual learners gain from charts and written materials. Auditory learners learn through listening. Kinesthetic learners need hands-on experience. I adapt to each learning style, making lessons more effective. Problem-solving skills help students overcome difficulties. I guide them to identify issues and practice effectively. This builds confidence and independence. My curriculum covers technique, reading, theory, ear training, and repertoire. I teach posture, hand position, and articulation. I use scales and exercises for control. Theory includes notes, chords, and keys. Ear training develops listening. Repertoire covers various styles. I teach phrasing and expression. I also encourage creativity. Each lesson has warm-ups, theory, repertoire, and review. I use recordings for self-assessment. My goal is to develop capable, creative, and confident pianists.
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- R572
Package rates
- 5h: R2860
- 10h: R5720
online
- R572/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Allison allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
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