No grades, no exams, no pressure. Just relaxed, one-to-one piano lessons for kids and adults, and I come to you, bringing the keyboard. Based by Alexandra Palace, teaching across the surrounding North London neighbourhoods.
A different kind of piano lesson
Want to play to a really high standard but not too fussed about grade certificates? Perfect, we skip the exams and spend the time on music that actually excites you, whilst still progressing to any skill level.
Pop, film themes, classical, whatever's stuck in your head, we learn the pieces you actually want to play, from your very first lesson.
No need for a piano at home or a trek across town. I come to you and bring a full-size keyboard, so lessons happen in your home at a time that suits you.
About me
I first sat down at a piano in my grandma's house when I was 10. No teacher or lesson plan, I just wanted to play my favourite songs. Aside from a few great mentors over the years, I've never had a formal instrument lesson. I'm completely self-taught.
My first experience of music education came later, at college, where I did an Extended Diploma in Music Performance and Production and came away with a distinction. It's where I made many of my industry contacts and figured out what I wanted to do in music.
Most of the musicians I work with learnt with the standard grades route. I didn't, and I think that's why I fell in love with playing in the first place. I felt no pressure, no sight-reading, just music I wanted to play. It also means I learn fast and by ear, which is exactly what I teach: how to actually play, and more importantly, enjoy it.
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How it works
I started out learning by watching YouTube tutorials, one song at a time, until I could pick most things up just by listening. That's exactly how I teach, and here's what a lesson looks like.
I arrive with the keyboard. We start with a conversation, to find out what makes you passionate and what you want to achieve. From there we set some goals: it might be a song, a particular style, or a favourite artist.
Then we dig right in and start hitting those keys. By the end of the lesson you'll have things to think about and some practice to do before the next one. If you've got a keyboard at home, great, and if not, no problem. Like I mentioned, the best way to learn a song or a tricky section is by listening and wrapping your head around it.
Lessons & pricing
Every lesson is one-to-one and built around the student. Pay as you go, or in blocks, whatever's easiest.
Ideal for younger children or shorter attention spans. A fun introduction to playing.
The sweet spot for most students. Time to warm up, learn, and really get into a piece.
Buy 10 lessons, get 1 free.
Based by Alexandra Palace, I teach across North London:
Muswell Hill · Crouch End · Highgate · Wood Green · Hornsey · Bounds Green · Finsbury Park · East Finchley
Finchley · Palmers Green · Islington · Stroud Green · and nearby — just ask and we'll see if it works.
Payment by cash or bank transfer, per lesson or in blocks. Life happens, so I'm happy to rearrange at short notice, and I only ask the same understanding in return if I ever need to. As long as we keep each other in the loop, it's never a problem.
From the industry
Alongside teaching, I work as a session musician and in live events as a production professional, and I play drums and bass too. I've played all over the UK, in small theatres such as the Watford Colosseum, Southend Palace and St Albans' Alban Arena, all the way up to the Royal Albert Hall. I've also toured the country in a support act for The Amy Winehouse Band, then stayed on as their production technician for the rest of the run.
Working across both the performance and production sides of the industry has let me meet and play with all kinds of people along the way. Here's what some of them have to say.
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Get in touch
Tell me a little about who the lessons are for and where you're based, and I'll get back to you to arrange a free first session.