Piano lessons tailored to the student: classical and/or pop in an individual trajectory - Oudenaarde

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Piano lessons tailored to the student: classical and/or pop in an individual trajectory

From 36.43 $ /h

Music is complex, emotional, and personal. Whether you've been playing piano for years or just starting out, everyone has their own story, which you can tell through music. Even at the Queen Elisabeth Competition, mistakes are made; the most important thing is your own interpretation and the personality you bring to your work. I work with the student towards this personal interpretation in the form of a routine. With this routine, you master both the technical and emotional aspects of piano playing: from posture and wrist movement to reading rhythms and interpreting dynamics.

The most important thing here is the student. I've prepared a basic package with various components: sight-reading, playing by ear, dynamics and articulation, Italian vocabulary, accompaniment practice, and more. You can indicate what suits you best, and we'll work on that. Whether you prefer to learn pop songs or classical pieces: the choice is yours.

I also offer a unique program for the very youngest children, allowing their musical talents to flourish. While the focus remains on piano, other instruments (including percussion) are also introduced to broaden their musical horizons.

Not only are you taken into account when choosing the right technique, but if you have problems combining it with other hobbies or work, for example, and therefore can't come every week or two, that's no problem at all. I take that into account and offer flexible hours. I also cater to people with stage fright, autism, ADHD, stress-related issues, and more. I respond to your needs and ensure you reach the piano level you desire.

Extra information

If you only want to learn pop piano, it's okay to have just an electric piano, but if classical piano is an option, it's essential to have an acoustic piano (bar or grand piano) at home that can be played daily. Depending on your desired level, you might be able to buy a rhythm course or sheet music book, but this isn't strictly necessary. I can provide copies of most sheet music. Studying might be the least fun part, but it's important that you can still make time for it (for example, so you don't have to go to basketball practice every day). Although I understand you won't want to work every day from the start, be prepared to work towards playing the piano at least three times a week.

I also only teach at my home, so you must also be able to get there/always bring your child.

Of course, I'll accommodate your needs, so if you'd like to play music just once a week, just let me know. The list below should give you a general idea of what's expected:

<6 years 0-4x/week WITH parents intensively supervised (playful) practice
<9y 10min 0-5x/week WITH parents intensively supervised practice
<13y 15min 4-7x/week WITH or without parental supervision
+13y 30min 5-7x/week practice with parents in the neighborhood
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Do you want to pursue higher studies in music?
+16y 1h 5-7x/week
Conservatory level: 3 hours+ per day!

Can't make it? No problem! We're in this together. Be open with me, so we can fine-tune your goals and take on easier sections.

Location

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At teacher's location :

Prins Leopoldstraat, Oudenaarde, België

About Me

I am currently student at the conservatory of Ghent (KASK en Conservatorium) and I graduated from MUDA Kunsthumaniora in Evergem, where I was taught by Simon De Poorter (composition) and Dorothea Haers (piano). I've been playing piano for 13 years and studying composition for three years (currently taught by Joris Blanckaert) and want to share my passion for music! I am 19 years old and I teach to both childeren and adults. My lessons are all about music. I currently only teach piano, but have taught music theory and music history in the past - all of which I combine to teach the piano lesson that suits the wants and needs of the pianist.

Education

I study in KASK en Conservatorium in Ghent since 2024 (composition).
I graduated from MUDA Kunsthumaniora in Evergem in 2024 (piano 3 years, compositie 1 year).

Experience / Qualifications

Throughout my studies I have picked up many lessons from my classes in music theory, music history, (tonal) harmony, solfège, ear training, sightreading (all 10 years), 13 years piano lessons, 4 years singing classes, 3 years composition, 2 years guitar, 7 years choir, 3 years accompanying practice and 3 years improv which have given me a broad knowledge in music.

Last year I taught music in individual lessons to adolescents and adults between the age of 16 to 45, but this is by no means a limit. In the past I also taught childeren individually and I have also given music workshops to childeren. The individual lessons were one of the following: piano, singing, music theory (music history, solfège,...) and composition.

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

30 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

Dutch

English

Skills

Piano

Availability of a typical week

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Utku

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EN
I teach both classical and pop piano to students from all levels and needs. Besides that, I can also help you with reading music, learning the notes, chords and the basic music theory, and improvising music.

NL
Ik geef les in zowel klassieke als pop piano aan studenten van alle niveaus en behoeftes. Daarnaast kan ik jou ook helpen met notenleer, akkoorden en muziekimprovisatie.

Saya

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I'm a pianist from Japan .
I have been giving piano lessons here for 10 years (I speak English, Japanese and a little Dutch).
Also I can teach some solfege and basic method of singing.
My lessons are not too strict, full of enjoying music and having fun.
If you need, I can teach more advanced and professional level as well.
It is always my pleasure to share beautiful music!

Romuald

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private piano lessons in Jazz, Classical, Blues and pop music. All levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Learn to play the piano at your level and the style/songs you want to play. A trained and motivated teacher.
Lessons take place in Ghent, piano/keyboards/synthesizers available.

Zhaina

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Hello, day piano enthusiasts I teach piano lessons at my home in Ghent.

I have been a teacher at the conservatory of Moscow and Almaty and play in an ensemble 'Mezzo & Co'.

Do you want to realize your dream of being a pianist? Come and visit my music studio: 'Mezzo institute for piano and cello'. I give piano lessons to people of all ages and levels.

Novice pianists learn step by step to develop their musical talents, advanced learners improve their skills by taking on new challenges.

With me you get pleasant and varied piano lessons, always adapted to your personal wishes and possibilities.

Children from 7 years are introduced to the instrument in a playful way and learn to play their first pieces using simple songs and clap games.

Pupils who are already a bit older, get acquainted with the secret language of the music and learn by doing the solfège they need with the pieces

Adults are also welcome, of course, with or without prior knowledge of solfège.

Tine

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PIANO

Foundation
First we start with the music theory, melody and chords. These are the essential building blocks for making music.

Style
Next we apply stylistic tools to bring the music to life. This could include jazz chords, blues riffs, walking bass lines, and more.

Skills

We learn the skills (soloing, ear training, accompaniment, improvisation, lead sheets, analysis...)

Following this approach, you will finally understand the music that you are playing, and you will be able to apply the techniques to hundreds of other songs.

CVT COACHING

Hi! I am Tine, a singer, voice teacher and vocal coach. I am passionate about helping singers to make the most of their singing practice so they can thrive, grow, and become the powerful performers and communicators the world needs today.

I can help you train your voice and keep it healthy, develop your own unique sound, sing across different styles, manage performance anxiety, be authentic on stage, deliver powerful presentations, make more efficient goals and help you reach them.

It is possible to create all the sounds from all the styles / genres in a healthy way!

CVT METHOD?

Singing is not that difficult and everybody can learn to sing. CVT divideds the singing techniques into four main subjects. By combining elements of these four subjects, you can produce precisely the sounds you want. You will also be able to pinpoint your specific problems and mistakes, and you can focus on which techniques you wish to work on.

The four main subjects are:

The three overall principles – to ensure healthy sound production
The four vocal modes – to choose the ‘gear’ you want to sing in.
Sound colours – to make the sound lighter or darker.
Effects – to achieve specific sound effects.

Arta

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Learning how to play the piano is a goal you can reach only by frequent exercising.
Considering the fact that many pupils and grownups don't have much time to practise, my piano lessons are split in learning new information and also practising together.

Cristinela

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Hello! I just finished my Bachelor in Piano and I am looking to teach Piano and Music Theory if requested. I know how important it is to have a good relationship with the piano and the teacher, therefore I am very flexible since every student has different needs. My main goal is to share my knowledge and love for music in a healthy way and I hope you can fall in love with piano just like I did. Hope to see you soon!

Leen

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Lessons for all ages. Harp, piano, music theory.

I graduated from the KMC Gent and have a career/experience of more than 40 years.
I also followed yoga, mindfulness and kinesiology courses.
The combination of playing an instrument with mindfulness opens up many possibilities.

During the lessons for harp or piano you learn the necessary technique, and musicality is taken into account.
The better the technical skill, the more fluidly the musicality can unfold.
No previous knowledge of ear training is required for the instrument. Gradually you learn to read the notes.

For those who wish, I give AMV (General Musical Education)
Here you practice extra on reading, rhythm, general & specific hearing exercises, and theoretical knowledge.

Those who are going to higher music studies and experience a gap in music theory can come to me for specific training. I also guide students for solfège who are taking their entrance exam for KMC and also during their student trajectory. Here is more explanation.

The lessons are individual and adapted to each student.

For toddlers aged 4 to 6 who are learning to play the piano, I follow a method based on a musical fairy tale.
It is a method that meets the child's world of experience.
They discover the possibilities of the instrument and the way of writing songs. Step by step they learn to play and sing songs on the piano.

For harp I can advise to start at 6 years. Fingers at 4 years are still too tender to pluck strings. 6 years is a better age to start harp playing. They play on a small instrument that is appropriate for their age.

For children who start from the age of 7, I use a different method book for piano and the child's world of experience is also taken into account.

For children who start playing the harp at that age, the method book is also aimed at the child.

The method books are therefore tailored to the age and capabilities of the child, teenagers and adults.

For students at the college who are going to study music professionally, the subject 'music theory' is included in the curriculum. In case of shortcomings in music theory, the specific needs are updated.
Both theory, lecture in G and F clef, performance of rhythm in all time signatures, rhythm dictation, intonation training, intonation dictation, recognition of intervals melodic and harmonic, rhythmic-melodic dictation can be updated to make up for deficiencies.

I can guide students in music as a hobby, as well as in music professionally.

Natalia

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I have been giving private music lessons and fortepiano for a long time. In addition to my classical music education in 2000, I obtained my bachelor's degree in psychopedagogy in 2006. This year I am interested in expanding my practice to include more students with special needs.
I learned about the different ways music can help students with special needs. It helps them express their emotions and develop their memories and self-regulatory skills.
It can show them strengths that they might not otherwise find during their school day. It can also open their eyes to a whole world of expression and beauty, enriching their lives.
I find out what works for a particular student, what distracts them, what motivates them, what helps them focus and sometimes just learn how to relate to them.
As a music teacher I enjoy working with the special needs students with autism and visual impairment

Adriana

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Piano lessons are open to everyone who wants to learn to play the piano, improve their playing or have fun with music! I am a pianist with years of experience in piano teaching, having completed my master's degree at the Conservatory in Ghent. My lessons are adjusted to your specific needs. The main goal is that my students experience the joy and happiness of playing the piano and gain a deeper understanding of music.

Sabrina

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Over the past few years I have been fortunate enough to coach young and old in piano playing.
I work on a tailor-made basis and integrate music theory into piano lessons.

Do you want to learn to play a specific piece?
Is learning to play the piano on your bucket list? There is only one way to find out if playing the piano is for you: just do it! No one is too old to learn to play the piano. Learning is very rewarding. Did you know that playing the piano is good for your coordination, memory and concentration?

We work at your pace with a pleasant learning method and make appointments according to your possibilities.

Silvia

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As a graduated music pedagogue, I adapt my lessons to the student's needs and interests. My goal is to give an as complete as possible preparation in the technical and artistic fields while keeping the lesson a positive, creative and constructive experience for all students, from the youngest children who didn't learn to read yet to more mature people looking for new challenges.

I am specialised in teaching piano for beginner, integrating my lessons with tidbits of music theory in order to give the students wider knowledge and awareness.

Group lessons for two or three students are also an option.

Jan

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Piano lessons in Ghent for all levels and ages!
I studied both jazz and classical at the Antwerp Conservatory. However, I only play classical and I prefer to teach it.
I can definitely also help with chords: learning to accompany pop/jazz songs, etc.

Alejandro

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English below*

Hello everybody! My name is Alejandro. I am a professional classical pianist with a bachelor and two master degrees (one in the conservatory of Ghent "classic piano performance master" and another in Spain "teaching master"). At the moment I am also studying another master classical fortepiano in the Conservatory of Amsterdam.

I have a lot of experience teaching in various music schools, professional academies and also privately. I have given piano concerts in several countries such as Spain, England, Italy and Belgium, so I am quite open minded in my teaching and I try to adapt my experience abroad to all types of students.

I mainly teach in English, Dutch and Spanish. My lessons are focused on the individual needs of the student, taking into account what each student has to improve. Enjoying music is the most important goal in my teaching method. I can mainly teach in the student house, but I have my own keyboard in my home in Ghent Center. Online is also an option (I also have experience with this way of working). I am always available for students to send questions or doubts during the week!

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have.

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Hello everyone! My name is Alejandro. I am a professional classical pianist holding a bachelor and two Master's degrees (one in Ghent conservatory "classical piano performance master" and another one in Spain "teaching master"). I am as well still studying another classical fortepiano performance Master at the moment in the Conservatorium van Amsterdam.

I have long experience teaching in different music schools, professional academies and also privately. I have played piano concerts in different countries such Spain, England, Italy and Belgium, so I'm quite open minded in my lessons and I try to adapt my experience abroad to all kind of students.

I teach mainly in English, Dutch and Spanish. My lessons are focus in the individual needs of the student, taking into account what each student has to improve. Enjoying music is the main goal in my teaching method. I can mainly teach in the student house, but I have an own keyboard in my place in Gent Centrum. Online is also an option (i also have experience working throught this way). Im always available to help the student if he/she send me questions or doubts during the week!

Don't hesitate in contacting me for any kind of question you have.

Lin

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Are you an aspiring pianist, and do you own a Piano, but don't know where to start? We can arrange an in-person meetup to discuss about your motivations, find your muse in music.

Lessons last 1 hour with a 15 minute buffer in-case you or me are late.

What will you learn?
Totally up-to you, do you want to learn music theory, composing, or just to be better at piano, I'm open to knowing more about your motivation!

Belgium Only.