Jonathan (Tutor)

 Composition (degree)

 Music (gcse, degree, adult-learner, a-level)

 Musictheory (degree)

 Piano (degree)

I currently teach the piano to pupils from five years old to adult age, from beginner level to Grade 8, across the London area. I also teach music theory, composition and music for academic exams.

I am skilled at moving beginners quickly through the basics and onto `proper pieces`, rather than trudging through lengthy tutor books.

I make sure that all more advanced pupils are technically sound, and encourage them to discuss shaping and interpretation with me, rather than simply learn the notes and obey instructions. I give interesting pointers about music theory and history during the lessons, and am happy to demonstrate when a pupil asks.

I build rapports easily with young children and teenagers, and receive positive feedback about my friendly but firm approach. I am always happy to hunt for material that younger pupils will find interesting, or even to write down pieces - such as pop songs - that they particularly want to play.

I make frequent trips to all areas of the Tube map and any parts of Essex that are sensibly accessible from Chingford.

Availability: Any weekday afternoons and evenings where I have slots available.

Weekend lessons are also possible, but may involve occasional re-arrangement.

Willing to travel: 10 miles

Experience: I have been tutoring and teaching the piano since graduating in 2010.

Qualifications: BA Hons in Music from St Catharine`s College, Cambridge. Awarded Grade 8 Piano in 2004. Continued training and am now at a diploma standard, with particularly strong sight-reading skills.

CRB Check: Yes

Has References: Yes

Will Tutor Online: No