Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 5+
Speaks English, French
Teaching since 1988
Master of Music with award of excellence
About Laurence B.
4.5
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I am a highly experienced and qualified piano teacher, teaching all ages and levels from beginner to advanced. I have proven success in taking students up to the top level of the ABRSM exams, and I am a member of the California Music Teachers Association.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master of Music (piano pedagogy), 2004, Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA (award of excellence)
Bachelor of Arts degree in Musicology, Sorbonne, Paris (cum laude)
State Piano Teaching Diploma, France
Gold Medal in Piano Performance, Conservatoire National
EXPERIENCE
I have been giving weekly individual piano and theory lessons for many years, presenting many for the ABRSM grade examinations. I also accompany high school choirs, and enjoy playing chamber music with the Arte Piano Trio. I am a enthusiastic pianist and enjoy sharing this passion with my students.
*** Lesson Details ***
I am familiar with the major piano methods, but rather than slavishly following one method, I prefer to adapt my teaching approach and pace to the needs and personality of each student, using whatever material is best suited for them. I ensure my students can read the notes they are playing, and thoroughly understand the rhythms, so they can become independent musicians. I also emphasize playing musically, even at beginning level, so they can enjoy and understand the music immediately. My students also have the opportunity to play in student recitals twice per year.
I can teach in English or French, using either letter name notes or the solfege method (do re mi).
*** Specialties ***
Classical piano (all periods) and chamber music
Broadway musicals and popular song music
I am specialized in preparing students for the internationally recognized ABRSM Grade exams.
I am familiar with most popular piano methods such as Faber and Faber, Alfred, Denes Agays, John Thompson and Bastien, and Dozen a Day for technique, and use them when I feel it is appropriate for the particular student.
Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Ventura Ave
Teaching Hours
Monday
5:30 AM-8 AM
Tuesday
4 AM-4:30 AM
6:30 AM-7:30 AM
Wednesday
5 AM-6:30 AM
Thursday
5 AM-7:30 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$38
45 minutes
$56
60 minutes
$70
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9 Reviews
Laurie
Teacher's studio
Very detailed and precise, focuses on why each technique is used and also touches on the history of terms and periods. Also she is very nice and funny.
Posted Jan 23, 2019
Sam Marshall
Teacher's studio
Laurence is the best! Lessons with her are one of the best parts of my week. She is a master of piano pedagogy, ready with a solution to any trouble I'm having with the exercises, sight reading or music I'm working on. She loves to joke around and have fun but is very serious and passionate about music at the same time. It's a perfect balance! Can't recommend more.
Posted Oct 18, 2018
Kurt
Teacher's studio
Laurence is an excellent teacher. She was understanding when the schedule needed to be changed due to my scheduling needs. She provided the appropriate amount of encouragement and patience, especially when my practicing was limited. I learned a great deal from Laurence and highly recommed her.
Posted Oct 8, 2018
Education
BA Musicology
Jul, 1981 - May, 1984Sorbonne Paris France
Master of Music with award of excellence
Aug, 2002 - May, 2004Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, Ca
Gold Medal Piano Performance
Jun, 1984 - Jun, 1985National Conservatory of Music, France
Certifications
French music teacher's diploma
Jun, 1990French State dept of education
Qualification for teaching in schools and music conservatories
Awards
Award of excellence
May, 2004Notre Dame de Namur University
Languages
French
Native Proficiency
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teacher's Studio
Ventura Ave
Teaching Hours
Monday
5:30 AM-8 AM
Tuesday
4 AM-4:30 AM
6:30 AM-7:30 AM
Wednesday
5 AM-6:30 AM
Thursday
5 AM-7:30 AM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$38
45 minutes
$56
60 minutes
$70
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