What are lessons like?

Jenn is a patient, kind and energetic teacher, who is always very encouraging of beginners of any age.

Whether you would like to learn for fun or aim for exams, we can work together to help you achieve your goals.

To work towards exams we cover a vast range of material and techniques - sight reading, aural, scales and pieces.

We learn music theory from the very beginning, and if you would like to take graded theory exams, this can also be an option. 

Alternatively, many students like to learn simply for enjoyment, and this is also very much encouraged! A love of music can build a strong sense of identity, confidence and problem solving skills. 

Jenn believes it is important for students to play pieces that they enjoy whilst learning. Therefore, once the fundamentals have been learnt, Jenn actively searches for pieces tailored towards each student's interests at an appropriate level for their playing.

Every student, no matter their age, will be given a practice book free of charge. It is encouraged to bring the book to every lesson, so that Jenn can write in the specifics of what we are working on, taking the guess work out of practicing at home in between lessons.

Whilst practicing at home and having a piano / keyboard are never forced, it is of course of huge benefit to the student and will encourage much more rapid and satisfying progress. Not doing so will result in feelings of frustration for the student.