Chosing Your First Piano Teacher

If I can offer one piece of advice on choosing a piano teacher, then it would be to go and meet them. Too many people simply sign up with the first one they come across. Telephone and e-mail 'conversations' are all valid, but they are not a substitute for a face to face conversation. Teachers who look great on paper might be awful in reality, and vice versa. Qualifications are something to look out for - particularly in teaching or education - but are by no means a guarantee - some of the best teachers in the country have no qualifications at all. Equally being a great performer does not necessarily mean being a great teacher - it is quite a different kettle of fish. ...  Read the complete review

When I was little and used to say to my parents that I wanted to learn how to play the piano I just thought it would one of those empty wishes that were never granted such as now with my I want to win the lottery wish. Imagine my surprise when I was twelve and I woke up one Christmas morning and there as one of my presents was this huge piano. Straight away I began to have lessons and I only gave up when I had my G.C.S.E’s at school as I needed to concentrate on my studying. My teacher was fantastic and our relationship was that good that lessons were fun and they got me where I wanted to be aswell. Now after doing my G.C.S.E’s, A Levels and then my degree I am now ...  Read the complete review

I began to play the piano at the age of 28 years old. I have passed my Grades 1 – 6, with the Associated Board of the Royal School of Music, which is one of the most prestigious examining Boards in the World, although my experience would have been greatly enhanced had I known how to chose a suitable piano teacher at that time. In an effort to explain, choosing the right piano teacher poses several questions and these need to be addressed in the search for the most suitable piano teacher, whether it be for yourself or for a member of your family. What to consider. One of the most important considerations is examining your reasons for wanting to ...  Read the complete review