Regular Lessons
Learning music is much more than a hobby. Fully trained as a professional pianist and music teacher, Sharon understands the challenges that one might encounter, and also the pleasure and sense of achievement that brings. It is important to balance the two. With the right teacher, it also helps develop positive life traits like patience, perseverance and self-confidence.
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With over 10 years of teaching experience, Sharon works with clients ranging from beginners to advanced music professionals. Her students have a high Distinction and Merit rate in graded exams. Sharon brings a wealth of experience in successfully preparing pupils for prestigious schools, including specialist music schools.
Lessons are taught on Boston grand piano. I'll provide guidance to keep you motivated and help make your musical journey enjoyable!
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* Lessons take place in E14. (Near Langdon Park DLR station)
* Call-out charges apply for all home visit lessons
* Insured with public liability and enhanced DBS-checked. Documentation is available on request.
Young Beginners Introduction
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30 minutes
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Up to the first year of training
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Simple piano tunes
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Elementary music theory
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Rhythmic and listening games
Standard Child Lesson
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45 minutes
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Piano technique and exercise
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Development of listening skills and a sense of rhythm
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Piano repertoire
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Basic music theory
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Homework Plan
Premium Child Lesson
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60 minutes
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Piano technique and exercises
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Strengthen listening skills and sense of rhythm
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Piano repertoire and literature
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Applied music theory
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Creative improvisation, composition
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Homework plan
Standard Adult Lessons
Available for all ages & levels
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45 minutes
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Piano technique and repertoire
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Music theory and aural skills
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Guide to independent playing
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Homework plan
Premium Adult Lessons
Available for all ages & levels
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60 minutes
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Piano technique and repertoire
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Music theory and aural skills
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Basic music improvisation
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Guide to indepentent playing
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Homework plan
Piano Lessons
Lessons for adults and children and tailored to interests, levels and goals. There are wonderful ways to learn music that we can work around with.
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I use the Piano Adventure and Piano Safari methods for younger beginners.
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A typical lesson includes:
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Physical warm-ups & Technical exercises
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Developing good habits in posture and keyboard touch
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Controlling tone and developing strength and flexibility
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Understanding musical forms
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Recommending music that suits your capabilities
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Melody, harmony and rhythm
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Developing your musical literacy
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Polishing your performance
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Preparing for your audience!
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Exam & Audition Preperation
Taking an exam is a great way to keep track of progress and will get rewarded for your hard work! Before that, you will need to be well-prepared and confident in pieces, technical work and musicianship.
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My studio maintains a passing rate of 100% and a high distinction or merit rate, I have successfully prepared pupils for prestigious schools, including specialist music schools.
Piano Accompaniment
Working professionally with soloists and amateurs of all levels. I help you with your preparation for exams, auditions, recitals, and competitions. Accompaniment recordings for practice or performance are also available.
Lucy. S
I appreciate the professionalism and patience, lesson are conducted in a pleasant atmosphere and Sharon quickly grabbed contact with my child. The most important thing is that this is great fun for my child!
Dawi. M
Sharon is enthusiastic and encouraging. She makes learning the piano exciting. She has helped me to progress really quickly through my grades and she also encourages me to learn a wide range of music for fun.
Christina. T
Sharon is clearly a very knowledgeable teacher who’s studied her craft well. My daughters really enjoy their weekly piano lessons. I never need to remind them to go practise either! I’m so glad that we found Sharon, she’s heads above the last piano teacher we had.
Contact me for lesson inquiries.