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Music Theory for all ages - reading musical notes, music history, solfege, composition

Learning to read musical notes and get to know music in a fun way.
This lesson is determined by the need and age group of the student - from musical games and music appreciation and beginner note reading and music-making, to dealing with musical material and musical analysis.

I am a composer of music (classical, acoustic and electronic) who deal with music in many shapes and forms. I hold a Master degree in Composition from the Royal Conservatory The Hague.

I love teaching and I have taught everything from ensemble playing for toddlers who do not read notes, to music theory, analysis and music philosophy to undergrad university students.

Location

At student's location: Around The Hague, Netherlands
At teacher's location: Herderinnestraat, 2512 CZ Den Haag, Nederland
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General info

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
Intermediate
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Afrikaans, Dutch

About Me

I am a composer, originally from Cape Town, South Africa. I teach piano, clarinet and music theory. I have played in orchestras, ensembles and play both clarinet and piano in a variety of genres. My students have all given me great feedback and I like to create a lesson environment that suits students of any age, with a variety of interests or levels.

Education

Masters Degree Royal Conservatory The Hague (M.Mus Composition) obtained 2017
Bachelor Degree Stellenbosch University (B.Mus Composition & Clarinet) obtained 2013
Bachelor Degree Business Management Stellenbosch University (B.Comm) obtained 2010

Experience / Qualifications

Clarinet Teaching Methods - passed with Cum Laude Stellenbosch University
Taught many students (piano, recorder, saxophone, clarinet)- privately and at Rhenish Primary School, Stellenbosch
Co-founded and facilitated/taught at the Music Workshop Programme Community Outreach Programme: Weekly group music lessons on Orff instruments, recorder and guitar to children aged 4-17 (2013-2015)
Teacher of Music Theory and Music Analysis - Stellenbosch University (2013-2015)

Reviews (9)

Lise is a great teacher for our kids. She really inspires them and offers guidance and support.
Good first lesson. Professional approach.
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Lise is very patience and friendly with children! My 8 years old son enjoyed his first piano lesson! We will definitely continue the piano lessons.
Lise is very nice and attentive to your wishes. I recommend strongly.
Patient and engaging!
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Music lessons in a variety of genres, tailor-made for whatever the student (child or adult) requires. I can teach in a strict "classical" style or any song that the student might want to learn (as a composer I am quite savvy in arranging existing songs in any style and for any level). Input (daily practice) is required from the student for productive lessons and, if necessary, homework is given every week. I have experience with individual or group lessons.

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