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Piano Lessons from a Composer – For Beginners of All Ages
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From 66 $ /h
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I offer piano lessons tailored to each student’s level, age, and interests — whether you're just starting or returning to the instrument.
We can focus on classical pieces, pop songs, or improvisation, depending on your goals.
I’m experienced, patient, and take a structured but flexible approach, supporting steady progress.
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  • Around Voorburg, Netherlands
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  • Usselincxstraat, The Hague, Netherlands
About Me
Hi, I’m Virág, a composer based in The Hague and Budapest.

With a diploma in composition from the Royal Conservatory of The Hague and experience at the Institute of Sonology, I specialize in contemporary music.

I am a music theory teacher at the University of Pécs Music and Multimedia Department.

My teaching focuses on helping students find their own voice in composition, exploring various styles and techniques.

During my studies, I gained a solid foundation in classical theory and compositional techniques.

As a performing artist, I play piano, flute, and sing, having performed concerts in genres ranging from free improvised music to experimental performance art, pop, rock, classical, and early music.

As a composer, I have extensive experience working with musicians, organizing rehearsals, and collaborating with artists from various disciplines. Many of my compositions are performed regularly across different countries.
Education
Royal Conservatory of The Hague - Master's diploma in Composition (2021-2024)
Royal Conservatory of The Hague - Bachelor's diploma in Composition (2021-2024)
Franz Liszt Academy of Music Budapest (2020-2021)
Sonology: One-year course (2022-2023)
Experience / Qualifications
Teaching Experience:

~Music theory teacher at the University of Pécs Music and Multimedia Department
~Yearly workshops in Transylvania, focusing on music composition and creative expression
~Private lessons in composition and music theory

Composition Experience:

~Extensive experience working with musicians to bring compositions to life, and organizing rehearsals
~Experience collaborating with artists from various fields, enhancing interdisciplinary approaches in composition and performance
~Many compositions, performed in different countries

Performance Experience:
~Experienced performing artist with concerts in diverse genres, including free improvised music, experimental performance art, pop, rock, classical, and early music
Age
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Duration
45 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Hungarian
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
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Hi!
I’m Virág, a composer and teacher based in Den Haag and Budapest.

IF YOU:
~have ideas for pieces but lack the tools to notate them
~are considering studying composition at a conservatory and need some preparation
~have always wanted to learn the basics of music theory and counterpoint, but found it too challenging
~just want to have fun and write music

Then you’re in the right place!

FOR BEGINNERS:
~Getting acquainted with basic music theory and history
~Learning about different instruments and how to write for them.
~Receiving feedback on your own work
~Listening to and analyzing pieces from various periods of music history together
~Developing increasingly complex compositions

FOR INTERMEDIATES:
~Exploring various compositional techniques from early music to contemporary styles
~Studying instrumentation, music history, counterpoint, jazz, and classical theory (as preferred)
~Analyzing pieces from all periods of music history, focusing on form, instrumentation, and social contexts
~Assisting in creating original pieces and providing feedback on existing compositions
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