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Teaches online
Teaches Beginner, Intermediate
Age: 5-80
Speaks English
Teaching since 1979
BA IN MUSIC
Learn classical piano the right way, from an instructor who has over 30 years of experience
I have great experience in teaching beginners to intermediate to play the piano. I also am experienced in helping people who have not played for a long while to get back their skills. I absolutely believe EVERYONE is capable of learning the piano and also be able enjoy the experience-with the right teaching !
Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
12 PM-3 PM
5:30 PM-6 PM
Tuesday
6 PM-7 PM
Wednesday
4 PM-5 PM
6:30 PM-7 PM
Thursday
1 PM-3 PM
6 PM-6:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM-10 AM
12:30 PM-1 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$20
45 minutes
$25
60 minutes
$30
About Tom S.
4.9
(24)
I am a very experienced and fully qualified music and instrumental teacher, with over 30 years of experience. I am a experienced performer in both playing, singing and conducting too. Making and very importantly enjoying music is my passion.
I have taught brass instruments right through from beginners to pupils at music college.
I also teach music theory, music history and some composition and arranging. I also play and teach the piano
I am also a very experienced teacher of pupils with Special Education issues
Whether you want to study music seriously or just for fun , I am the teacher for you.I promise you stimulating and enjoyable lessons, but I will also help you make good and rapid progress.
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24 Reviews
Jayden
Online
Excellent instructor! He is patient and flexible. Determines the learning needs of the student and works accordingly. Honestly appraises progress and helps students excel. Would highly recommend!!
Posted Oct 20, 2021
Donna Montavon
Online
Mr Tom is Fantastic with my 6.5yr old. Patient, fun, relates well. Adjusts weekly to his skill and schedule (if we didn't get a practice in). Virtual works well...I had my doubts but it is good. Well planned and prepared.
Posted Jun 8, 2021
Madisen
Online
I had fun. I was only looking to have motivation to practice while I was waiting for my band to start playing together again. He showed relevant and new exercises. I learned new things and gained confidence to play louder. The pieces were fun and a little challenging. He's a good instructor.
Posted Mar 24, 2021
Experience
Music And Special Ed Teacher
Sep, 2013 - Jan, 2018LAFSD School District
Although originally from the UK I now live and teach in Contra Costa , California. I have also been Head of music in various Schools in the UK and have taught piano and all the brass instruments for over thirty years there. I also sing in choirs and played in orchestra, wind bands and big bands.I hold a music degree and a Grade eight -Final- in playing brass instruments from the Royal Schools of Music, London, UK.
Education
BA IN MUSIC
Sep, 1979 - Dec, 2003The Open University, Exeter University , Rolle College of Education and Dartington College of Arts. UK.
Certifications
Certificate in Education
Jul, 1979Exeter University. UK
I have fully qualified Teacher Status since 1979
Awards
Associated Board of Music( Final)-Brass Instruments
Jul, 1976Associated Boards of the Royal Schools of Music. UK
Languages
English
Native Proficiency
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Instructor details
Location:
Teaches Online
Teaching Hours
Monday
12 PM-3 PM
5:30 PM-6 PM
Tuesday
6 PM-7 PM
Wednesday
4 PM-5 PM
6:30 PM-7 PM
Thursday
1 PM-3 PM
6 PM-6:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM-10 AM
12:30 PM-1 PM
Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
Pricing
30 minutes
$20
45 minutes
$25
60 minutes
$30
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