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Piano and Guitar Classes for Entry levels, Beginners, and Intermediates

I teach Entry level/Beginner/ Intermediate Piano and Guitar lessons with a focus on different styles, techniques, and rhythms from a broad base of musical genres.

Classes are designed for aspiring musicians with some musical background and also those with little or none. Each lesson is designed to keep the student at the peak of their abilities by giving both challenging new pieces and reinforcing their own technical skill.

I also put some emphasis on incorporating students' own personal musical tastes and styles to bring their passion to the music they want to play.

In the first lesson, we can get to know each other and you can get an idea for how the lessons will be taught while letting me know what elements you'd like to focus on in the future.

Extra information

All instruments are available at the teacher's location. Students can bring their own instrument as well and any practice materials.

Location

At teacher's location: Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland
Online via webcam

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
Acoustic, Blues, Electric, Folk, Funk, Indie & alternative, Jazz, Pop, Reggae & dub, Rock, Song & varieties
Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English

About Me

Music is my passion and I love being able to teach young musicians that share it.

My teaching style is relaxed and informal. I like building a rapport with students and creating a good atmosphere for learning.

Education

B.Sc. in Industrial and Environmental Physics | Dublin Institute of Technology

TEFL Advanced Qualification Certificate | TEFL Institute of Ireland

QQI Level 5 Certificate in Applied Science - Laboratory Techniques

Experience / Qualifications

March 2020 - Present
Piano and Guitar Teacher

June 2022 - Present
English Language Teacher at Delfin School of English, Dublin

March 2022 - June
English Teacher at ATC Language School, Dublin

September 2020 - December
English Teacher at the Excellence Center in Europe, Germany

TEFL Certified March 2020

Reviews (4)

I've really enjoyed my lessons with John! He's knowledge, flexible and patient! He's introduced me to a bunch of new music genres and was quick to get to the point.
Really enjoying piano and guitar classes with Johnathan . Sofia has learned so much in just two classes.
Johnathan is very helpful and has great patience
Excellent and very patient. Cant be easy to teach a musical instrument over zoom but he did and my daughter really enjoyed it.
TEFL Certified English teacher teaching from A1-Beginner to C2-Proficiency General English/IELTS/FCE Exam Prep at Delfin English School, Dublin. Teaching one to one conversational, business, and academic English. All classes are taught to the level of the student. Lessons are based on the practical use of English to enable students to learn quickly and effectively with an even focus on pronunciation, grammar, speaking, writing, and vocabulary. Helping students be able to use the language fluently in everyday situations as well as interviews, business meetings, and Higher Education. In the first lesson, we can get to know each other and you can get an idea for how the lessons will be taught while letting me know what elements you'd like to focus on in the future.

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  • Instructor since March 2020
  • 4 repeat students
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