Piano and Music Theory Lessons for Children and Adults: From Beginner to Advanced

Àpd 70.81 $ /h

With over 20 years of experience teaching piano to children and adults, I am passionate about inspiring students to find joy in music. My lessons are tailored to your individual needs, whether you’re preparing for ABRSM or LCM exams or simply want to explore the beauty of piano playing.

You can learn classical pieces by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and Chopin or modern works by Einaudi and Yiruma—whatever matches your interests! My teaching combines practical piano skills, correct hand posture, and smooth technique with basic music theory, creating a well-rounded and engaging learning experience.

Every lesson is designed to leave you feeling motivated, confident, and eager to practice. Together, we’ll discover your unique strengths and help you achieve your personal musical goals.

Informations supplémentaires

It is mandatory to have an 88-key keyboard or piano at home.
For online lessons, please send me the sheet music you are working on in advance.

Lieu

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Cours chez le professeur :

1521 VN Wormerveer, Netherlands

En ligne depuis Pays-Bas

Présentation

My name is Cindy, and I bring over 20 years of experience in music and piano education. Teaching has been my passion since graduating from university, where I began my journey as a full-time piano teacher. My lessons go beyond piano performance, offering a comprehensive approach that includes sight-reading, music theory, and aural training tailored to each student’s needs.

I’ve had the privilege of working with students of all ages—children, teenagers, and adults—at every skill level. My teaching style is flexible and personalized, adapting to each student’s interests, goals, and unique strengths. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine advanced skills, I’m here to make learning both effective and enjoyable.

Above all, I strive to create a positive, engaging environment where my students feel inspired and excited about music. Together, we’ll explore the piano in a way that suits your learning style and helps you achieve your goals. I look forward to helping you discover the joy of music!

Education

Macau Polytechnic Institute--Diploma in Music Teaching Education
London College of Music Examination --Diploma in PianoForte Teaching
London College of Music Examination-- Diploma in PianoForte Performance

Expérience / Qualifications

-2014 & 2015: Assessor for the finals of the Chinese Children’s Little Golden Bell Music Competition – Hong Kong and Macao District.
-2015: Judge for the “Lotus Cup” Macau Youth Piano Competition, organized by the Macau Piano Association to promote classical piano music in the region.
-2016: Recipient of the Excellent Tutor Award at the Hong Kong International Youth Performing Arts Festival.
-2017: Awarded the Excellent Piano Teacher Reward at the 21st Hamamatsu PIARA Piano Competition in recognition of dedication and teaching excellence.
-2022: Jury member for the inaugural Dutch-Chinese Piano Competition in Eindhoven, evaluating and supporting emerging talents.

Age

Enfants (7-12 ans)

Adolescents (13-17 ans)

Adultes (18-64 ans)

Seniors (65+ ans)

Niveau du Cours

Débutant

Intermédiaire

Avancé

Durée

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

Enseigné en

anglais

chinois

néerlandais

Compétences

Piano

Solfège

Clavier (musique)

Disponibilité semaine type

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Cours chez le professeur et par webcam

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20-24

Louisa

5.0

(2)

Dear violin lovers! I'm a violin teacher for 10 years now, I have been teaching in Portugal and the Netherlands. My lessons can be given in English, Portuguese, French or Spanish.

Playing the violin is my passion, especially when I can pass on my knowledge and love for music to my students of all ages and levels.

I work as a team with you, finding the right method that fit your needs. What is important for me is to work on a good connection with the instrument and find the right basis for the start of your violin playing.
In my violin lessons, I would like also to share with you my musical knowledge, show you recordings of great violin players, prepare with you pieces that you always wanted to play and give you the tools so you can achieve your goals in music. I like to share the general knowledge of violin playing as well as basic and intermediate music theory lessons so you can enter in the world of music, but especially to have fun!!

My lessons can be shared between violin and theory together depending on what you are looking for.

The lessons will be at my house if you are in need of an instrument we can find one for you!

I did my Bachelor at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam with the teachers Maria Milstein and Eliot Lawson and completed my Masters in Performance degree with excellency as well in Amsterdam under the guidance of Liviu Prunaru and Mathieu van Bellen while studying baroque violin with Shunske Sato.

I have my own violin class in Amsterdam, and I love teaching.

I look forward to sharing this adventure with you!
Hope to hear from you!
Louisa

Manon

5.0

(2)

Cello and/or Music theory lesson for children, adolescent and adult of any level, from beginner to advanced level.
The lesson will be in English or in French.
The most important things to me is to combined pleasure, hard working and sharing.
I will try to make my student play with each other as often as possible and try to organised some small projects like student concerts with maybe some rhythmical workshop, solo pieces or ensemble pieces.

Gwendoline

5.0

(2)

I am 21 years old and I am currently a flute student at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. I finished my studies in conservatories in France and obtained a license in music and musicology at the Sorbonne (Paris IV).
I offer personalized lessons meeting the desires and ambitions of everyone, from the simple beginner to the confirmed musician.
For the flute lessons, I offer exercises for sound, technique, adapted pieces. During music theory lessons, I can give tips for learning to read keys, rhythms, and offer dictations. Studying the theory allows you to learn to recognize chords, to calculate a score, to analyze the structure of a piece, to recognize the style from musical elements.
It is possible to combine several lessons, for example half an hour of flute then a quarter of an hour of music theory.

Franka

5.0

(2)

Would you like to learn to play the violin? I am a professional violinist based in Amsterdam and I love sharing my passion for music with people of all ages. You will learn the violin in a fun way while developing a good technique and a great musicality. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any question.

Mathilde

5.0

(2)

My name is Mathilde, I am a French violinist, pianist, harpsichordist, producer and composer.
I have graduated from the world’s great institutions such as the Royal College of Music London, Manhattan School of Music New-York, Brussels Royal Conservatory, and Paris-Sorbonne University (in musicology).
I have been performing concerts around the world in the most prestigious concert halls including the Châtelet Theatre and Seine Musicale (Paris), the National Opera House (Oman) and La Scala (Milan), as well as many other venues in Europe, US, China, Middle-East. During this period of time, I had been playing in the Orchestra Academy of La Scala in Milan for 2 years, and I am currently playing at the Metropole Orkest in Amsterdam.

With the experiences I gained over the years - including the teaching experience in the Conservatory of Cambrai (France) - I became an expert in teaching violin and keyboards as well as music theory, including writing and reading scores. I have been teaching to the different age groups and different levels of technical backgrounds (beginner or advanced). I can easily adapt myself to the level of each student to create a synchronicity and help them pursue their goals and wishes. I am there to help them as a teacher and a music coach for their musical career. I can combine different practices and teach basic techniques in repertoire that matches the personality of the student (from classical to contemporary, pop, rock and more). Based on the teaching experiences I have, I can consider myself as a teacher with patience, motivating style and an open mind. Happy to provide references from my previous students from Amsterdam / Paris / Milan if requested.

Next to my technical teaching skills, I am also actively involving in various musical projects. I have recently performed for major TV shows in Paris: Le Grand Échiquier (France 2), Variations (France Télévisions, Culturbox), and I am currently making my first classical / electronic album in Amsterdam.

Francesca

5.0

(2)

Hello i 'm a long time professional passionate Music teacher with 25 years experiences
Love to work in building confidence's and teaching various ranges of subject in primary as secondary school
looking for the next rewarding pupil .
I m able to teach, assets ,plan all primary subject and secondary from nursery to a level in particular Music and Performing art, Music : vocal coach, piano, flute ,Music and Technology, song writing, composing

Anastasia

5.0

(2)

I give flute lessons for all ages (preferably on recorder or fife/picco if you start before 7 years), recorder, piano and theory. I speak French & Russian (bilingual), English and Dutch.
I live in Amsterdam-IJburg. You can come to my studio or I can come to you Do you not live in Amsterdam or do you rarely come? Then a mix of online and face-to-face is possible.

Over the years I have built a path for my students that respects technical development and the desire to express oneself and have fun with the instrument.
In the first phase, at each meeting, I provide the tools and the knowledge to master an aspect of the instrument. The aim of this phase is to make the student technically independent in a short time, so that he can play at any convenient time and choose for himself what he wants to play. We discover the world of improvisation as soon as possible to use the instrument for self-expression. And believe me, you can make music with just one note! †
Theory plays an essential role in the lesson and has its own space. I guide my students to understand music as a beautiful language. The pieces we play are often supported by an introduction with a story about their origin. I believe that making music can develop great qualities in a person of any age: the ability to listen, the ability to feel the body, to better identify and live emotions, and a sense of time.

Diana

5.0

(2)

Hallo! If you love cello, it is the right time to start learning!

As a teacher with 12 years of experience I offer private lessons for all ages and all levels.
I have learned my teaching skills from famous cello pedagogues from all over the world. I have experience in teaching to children as well as adults and I consider essential that we both have fun while learning such a wonderful thing as playing music! Lessons will be adapted to your needs and we will develop together your musicality and technical skills.
Also possible to ask for academic support with the instrument, music theory or history.

Lessons can be in English, Spanish, French and Dutch. If you still don't have an instrument yourself, I can give some suggestions about where and how to find it - please don't hesitate to contact me if interested!

Hope to hear from you soon!
Diana

Ashleigh

5.0

(2)

Have you or your child always dreamed of learning the piano?
Would you like to learn the basic skills to read music and finally start to learn to play the piano that's been sitting in your house gathering dust for year?

My name's Ashleigh, I'm an Australian student living in Amsterdam and I've studied piano for 10 years through private lessons and during my final high school exams. As a native English speaker, lessons would be in English. Lessons can be tailored to students' specific needs.

Anyone can learn piano - from toddlers to seniors! Lessons are fun, exciting and motivating. I would love to help you realise the same passion for music that I have.

Alice

5.0

(2)

I'm a student at the Amsterdam Conservatory, and I offer clarinet and music theory lessons in French or English!

I specialize in orchestral and chamber music. I'm also teaching since 5 years and I enjoy sharing my passion for music, whether it's on stage or in a more intimate setting during a private lesson.
I adapte my lessons to suit for each student, the most important is to combine pleasure and improving the playing.
We cover topics like breathing, music theory, interpretation, posture... all the aspects to become a good clarinetist!

I also vary the repertoire (classical/traditional music) based on the students' preferences.

✅ All levels accepted (children/adults)
👥 Individual or group lessons

Yannis

5.0

(2)

My techniques start by assessing your level and giving specialized lessons for each. This will start by either understanding the foundations of music theory on one selected piece and slowly adding components to complete it such as emotions. My lessons can span any hours you would like, the minimum being 1 hour.

Taras

5.0

(2)

Hello everyone! I’m Taras a professional panflute player. I started playing the panflute when I was 5 years old. Ever since then I spent every day improving my skills and perfecting my craft. Throughout my career I had won numerous prices and was able to perform throughout Europe. I’m currently studying at the Conservatory van Amsterdam. I’m teaching private lessons as well as giving masterclasses at festivals. If you are interested in learning to play the panflute or improve your playing skills, I would love to help you along the way. With my years of experience and my wide ranging love of music from folk music to classical to contemporary I’m willing to broaden your musical horizon and bring you a wide range of technique to help you becoming the musician you want to be!

I teach from beginners to advanced players. I will help you better understand the instrument and music in general as well as give you an understanding of music theory. My lessons will be tailored to your needs and aspirations for you to see the results you want.

Marine

5.0

(2)

My name is Marine, I'm 28 years old and I've been playing the piano since I was 12. A graduate of the Chantilly Departmental Conservatory in France (training obtained alongside my baccalaureate), I also studied jazz for two years in a specialized school, then in jazz piano classes at the conservatory. My musical approach is therefore rich, lively and open, far from rigid classical patterns.

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🎯 For whom?
• Children from 5-6 years old, teenagers and adult beginners
• No prior knowledge required
• Ideal for those who want to discover the piano while having fun, without any professional objectives

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🌟 My teaching methods

The idea is not to learn the piano as a constraint, but to experience it as a pleasure, a way of expressing yourself and discovering your own musicality.

✅ Method without traditional music theory: we work by ear, drawing inspiration from videos (such as “synthesia”), well-known songs and film music.
✅ Progressive but natural learning: we start with popular music (cartoons, pop culture, film music – Disney, Harry Potter, etc.)
✅ Objective: to develop listening, musical sensitivity, interpretation, creativity, and the pleasure of playing
✅ Gentle introduction to improvisation and the first elements of jazz, if the student is curious.

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🎶 Why me?

• Experience with children and adolescents (I have already helped several young people learn their favorite music)
• Lessons adapted to each student: I attach great importance to their musical tastes, their desires, their pace
• Caring, encouraging approach focused on the enjoyment of music
• I am French-speaking, but I can also adapt to an international audience if necessary.

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📍 Where?

• At home (Amsterdam, De Pijp)

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✨ If your child dreams of playing Let It Go, Harry Potter or The Lion King on the piano, or if you yourself finally want to dare to put your hands on a keyboard, I would be delighted to accompany you on this musical adventure.

Marlou

5.0

(2)

Hello, my name is Marlou. I was nine years old when I first held a guitar. It was love at first sight. I always have my guitar with me. I've been teaching for ten years, and after a year of lessons, one of my students uttered the unforgettable line: "My guitar is my soulmate." With a guitar, you have a friend for life. I want everyone to experience that.
Everyone learns differently. Some people want to learn notes and visualize sheet music, while others play by ear. Some want to hear a song first and sing it without a guitar, while others want to play along right away. It's all possible. In your first lesson, you can tell me what you want to learn, and I tailor my lessons accordingly.
After each lesson, I'll give you exercises to practice at home. The more you practice at home, the faster we'll progress. If you'd like, you can record the lesson so you can listen to it again at home and practice along with it.
I'll teach you all the basic chords. I'll pay close attention to your guitar posture and the way you place your hands and fingers on the guitar. The better you master the basic chords, the easier it will be to learn new and more complex things later. I can also teach you how to strum the guitar. And if you're interested, I can teach you how to read music.

If you'd like to learn to sing while you perform, I can teach you simple tricks to make singing easier. I'm not a singing teacher, but thanks to my initial training in speech therapy, CVT (Complete Vocal Training) singing lessons, and my stage experience as a singer, I have extensive knowledge of learning proper breathing and training your breath support. I can also teach you how to overcome your shyness, if that's your problem. Playing and singing at the same time will then become a lot of fun.

Philip

5.0

(2)

I am an award-winning composer with a Master’s degree in Composition from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, and experience as a concert pianist, orchestral player, and accompanist. I currently have a few openings for new students.

Piano Lessons (Beginner to Advanced)
Personalized lessons adapted to each student’s goals and musical background.
Classical and contemporary repertoire (including pop), technique, interpretation and sight-reading.
Integrated music theory and ear training to strengthen musical understanding.
Lessons usually take place at the student’s home.
Lesson durations: 30, 45, or 60 minutes — with longer sessions available for advanced students.

Composition & Creative Coaching
For developing composers and advanced musicians:
Guidance in contemporary instrumental and electronic composition, creative process, and artistic mentorship.
Support with notation, score presentation, and project preparation.
Coaching in production, electronic creation, and mixing.
Composition lessons are also available online via webcam.

If you're looking for structured, inspiring, and flexible musical training, feel free to get in touch and I’ll be happy to help you grow as a musician and creator.