Piano Lessons FAQ
- Where do you teach piano?
- Piano lessons are in Avalon, Sydney's Northern Beaches. For Maria Regina Avalon Students I teach at the school during lunchtime.
- Will you come to our place to give piano lessons?
- No.
- Do you offer group piano lessons?
- No. Everyone learns at their own pace. In one on one piano lessons, I am able to teach according to the individual.
- Can I have piano lessons with my child?
- I have tried this on request in the past, and quickly realised that it is not an ideal approach. Separate lessons allow parent and child to learn at their own pace.
- Can I get a Gift Certificate for piano lessons?
- At this time I'm not offering Gift Certificates.
- If you can't fit me in at this time, can I go on a waiting list?
- Currently my waitlist for before and after school hours is quite long. I may need to refer you to another teacher depending on your availability.
- If my child has piano lessons with you at school, can I come to the lessons?
- Yes. I always try to encourage parent's of younger children to attend lessons, but all parent's are welcome in lessons both at my home, and at the schools.
- Will my child miss class time if they have piano lessons with you at school?
- Yes, however lessons only overlap five minutes of class time. The majority of all piano lessons are during lunch time.
- What paths can I take after learning the basics of piano?
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As students advance and have a strong base of musical knowledge and reading they are encouraged to choose their own path. Some of these options include:
- AMEB exams (Usually 'Piano For Leisure' Syllabus)
- Continuing with method books (Some children like to progress through the levels)
- Playing music from movies such as Disney, Star Wars, Mamma Mia etc
- Playing pop music (whatever they are inspired by, depending on level of difficulty)
- Playing anything that makes them happy!