All About Piano Lesson Costs
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I know of a teacher charging $150 per hour, and usually ppl book abt 2hours of his time for masterclasses, so it works out to $300 per lesson. There are those that do on a regular basis prior to their performance to get an "outside" opinion. So there are those that are still willing to pay this much.
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hi.
Lately, i have just engage a new piano teacher for my 4yrs old. my kid got no background on music at all. I was quoted 80/mth for 4lesson of 45min. His background is 2yrs experience teaching and with Grade 8 ABRSM piano qualifications and currently pursuing Diploma ABRSM. less than 20yrs old.
Now after looking through the replies… seem that the fee is much lower than what u guys mentioned. Now i start to wonder if he the right teacher for my kid.
1) What are the things that i should look out for that this teacher is the right 1 for my kid. I know nuts about piano.
2) what kind of progress i should see my kid achieve after 1 mth, 3 mths, 6 mths
3) how to go from beginner to grade 1 exam? how long.
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My DD (primary4/10yrs old) is going to take grade 4 practical in August and we plan to let her have grade 5 theory exam next year march. We stay in Pasir Ris. Any full time/ experienced piano teacher willing to travel to our house to recommend? Pls PM me. TIA!!!
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ong lee:
Wah, very cheap. S$80/4-lessons of 45mins. How does your child like the lessons?hi.
Lately, i have just engage a new piano teacher for my 4yrs old. my kid got no background on music at all. I was quoted 80/mth for 4lesson of 45min. His background is 2yrs experience teaching and with Grade 8 ABRSM piano qualifications and currently pursuing Diploma ABRSM. less than 20yrs old.
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Only 2 lesson. Kid say like. I didn’t stay in the room when he teach. Only go in once a while to look see…
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Firstly, the teacher is not qualified - he is still pursuing a dip. A grade 8 does not give any qualification to TEACH. It only means "can play the dots on the book". Sorry, this may sound very harsh but it is the fact.
What kind of progress should you see? Simple rhythm, notes recognition. That’s a start.
How long it takes before grade 1 - that depends on the kid’s learning power, the effort put in, how much the teacher pushes and what expectations the teacher has - some teachers happily send in kids who can just about pass! The progress can take 2 years or more at this early age. -
jce:
Well, to be even more blunt and adding to jce's comment, technically only teachers with full time qualifications (Bachelor and above) with pedagogy components in their studies OR private teaching diplomas (DipABRSM, ATCL, or ALCM in Instrumental Teaching or higher level) are actually trained to teach. Grade 8 Practical or any of the performance diplomas only indicate proficiency level in the instrument and nothing else. So going by the definition above, probably 80% of teacher population in Singapore are 'unqualified'.Firstly, the teacher is not qualified - he is still pursuing a dip. A grade 8 does not give any qualification to TEACH. It only means \"can play the dots on the book\". Sorry, this may sound very harsh but it is the fact.
What kind of progress should you see? Simple rhythm, notes recognition. That's a start.
How long it takes before grade 1 - that depends on the kid's learning power, the effort put in, how much the teacher pushes and what expectations the teacher has - some teachers happily send in kids who can just about pass! The progress can take 2 years or more at this early age.
That being said, 'unqualified' teachers can be great teachers too, provided that they are resourceful and willing to improve their trade. Teaching is afterall a very hands on profession and a lot of things have to be learnt by trial and error.
How long to grade 1? I have mentioned this before; ABRSM recommends 18 months from commencement of beginner lessons. Can be shorter or longer depending on a few factors such as the child's natural ability, work ethic, teacher's teaching technique and expectations, parental involvement, etc. Different teachers may also have different approach and expectations on progress. For example, I expect within 3 months of lessons that beginners can read and identify notes on the staff comfortably whereas some other teacher may choose to focus on being able to listen and replicate Suzuki-style. -
ong lee:
hi.
Lately, i have just engage a new piano teacher for my 4yrs old. my kid got no background on music at all. I was quoted 80/mth for 4lesson of 45min. His background is 2yrs experience teaching and with Grade 8 ABRSM piano qualifications and currently pursuing Diploma ABRSM. less than 20yrs old.
.Dreamaurora:
Hi Ong Lee, 18 months sounds about right. I have a DD of about the same age. She took about 21 months from first touch of piano to her grade 1 exams.How long to grade 1? I have mentioned this before; ABRSM recommends 18 months from commencement of beginner lessons. Can be shorter or longer depending on a few factors such as the child's natural ability, work ethic, teacher's teaching technique and expectations, parental involvement, etc. Different teachers may also have different approach and expectations on progress. For example, I expect within 3 months of lessons that beginners can read and identify notes on the staff comfortably whereas some other teacher may choose to focus on being able to listen and replicate Suzuki-style.
However, you may want to get a more matured and experienced teacher. My DD's first individual teacher was also very young, and after 6 months, he decided he doesn't want to teach anymore, just before her exams. -
I fully agree with Dreamaurora and JCE on teacher qualifications, and I’m speaking from personal experience. When I was a child, I had teachers who only had Grade 8 and below, and I didn’t progress in my music education. I only realised why recently when I decided to take lessons again, just so I could support my DS’ learning. My current teacher not only has a Masters in Music Composition from the USA, he also trains aspiring music teachers for the ABRSM Dip in Teaching, and he teaches me some simple pedagogy to support my DS’ learning at JMC. I realised how many techniques I was never even exposed to as a child…and I’m basically re-learning everything I was ever taught in music. Teacher qualfications and pedagogical knowledge as well as passion for music is extremely important. Knowing what I know now, I would never go for a teacher with anything less than ABRSM Dip for my child when he’s ready to transit to individual lessons.
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Dreamaurora, jce, refer to my earlier post, can u recommand a piano teacher for me? Thank you!
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