All About Choosing Piano Schools And Teachers

[Elijah]

Hi everyone. I previously worked in the finance industry (SGX and hedge fund), but have decided to do my own startup. As such, I am thinking of teaching piano in my available time as I have always been passionate about classical music. I can teach composition too (NWC and Finale software) as I compose every now and then. I do own a good piano (Sauter PURE 2000 Noble with ebony keyboard from Steinway & Sons), and I would definitely want the students to come to my place since I believe a good piano nurtures a student’s playing.


My question is, where do I find my first batch of students and how much should I charge them?

These are my piano credentials:

Former Yamaha STPC student (young prodigy programme for selected students), 1993
Former student of Prof. Ying Shi Zhen, 1993
Former student of Mrs Marie Hong, LRSM (concert pianist teacher), 1995
NYP Piano Ensemble Coach, 2005
Cristofori Piano Rectial, 2006
C. Bechstein/Cristofori Piano Recital, 2006
Composition: Sonata Rondo for Two Pianos in G major Opus 1 Nr. 1, 2008
Composition: Etude E-Flat Minor Opus 2 Nr. 1 (shortlisted by examiner for ABRSM repetoire), 2010

Many thanks!

[kaigene]

Does anyone know of a good violin or piano teacher who is experienced with sparking musical interest in young children and would be willing to teach in our home in Bukit Timah? I’ve found that retaining interest in music is the number one success factor of a teacher regardless of credentials, so would love to find someone who knows how to work with children in creative ways.

[hci_2011]

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!!!

[ammonite]

CuriousityCurious:

I wld like to know what's with the hype of parents sending their children for piano lessons when they know it is expensive and can be hard to learn and their kids may give up halfway?

To me music and art are food for the soul. My children do not need to take music exams or win art competitions, but they should know enough to appreciate music (any instrument) and art and to be able to take pleasure in them.

Agree with previous poster that it is unnecessary to prejudge the child's musical ability and interest. It's also not a race. If the child wants to stop for a couple of years and then pick it up again later, that's okay with me too.

Anyway children naturally enjoy producing sounds. With the right pacing and guidance, I believe all children can enjoy learning an instrument.

[avalon]

Hi Everyone, this is my first post. I am looking for a good and reliable piano teacher for my daughter age 8, grade 1. We are in Bukit Panjang area and would prefer in home lessons or go to a teacher who stays near me. kindly PM me the contacts if you have any.


Many thanks in advance.

[smile]

hi Headache 2010,


Could you pm me the contact no of your dd’s teacher too? Thanks. Btw, you had mentioned about a music school at Square 2? Mind to share ? Thanks a lot.

[moomoo2]

Hi,

Can anyone recommend a good piano teacher with proven track records, reasonable rates and is good with small kids (beginner level), preferably staying around Bukit Batok? Pls PM me the contact and details if you know of someone. Many thanks!

[wonderland0415]

Any good piono techer can recommend for 5 yr old beginner, I am staying in East.

[Vodkababy]

Intend to send my 4yr old kiddy for piano lesson, any good advice/recomendations are much appreciated.

[pianoprincess]

hi,


I am a new graduate from Vienna, Austria with a diploma in Piano Performance. I live in the East and am taking in students from ABRSM grade 1-8 and am willing to do house visits within the East and Central areas as well.

For any enquiries please do email [email protected], thank you!