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Hello! My name is Simon Burrowes and I am an experienced piano teacher based in Belfast. I have been teaching the piano for many years and I would be delighted to help you to learn to play the piano too.
Lessons are tailored to suit each pupil, helping them learn the piano through the music that they love to play. Lessons are fun, engaging and well-structured. I have a background in classical, pop and jazz music, so I can teach any of these genres, focussing on written music or improvisation. I have experience teaching both adults and children, complete beginners and more advanced players - ensuring that my lessons are fun and engaging for all learners.
Whether you are a complete beginner or are interested in taking graded piano exams I can help you succeed. I am able to help students interested in undertaking graded exams, as well as students who simply wish to learn for their own personal enjoyment. Whatever your aims on the piano I can help you reach that next level!
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Get in touch today & start learning to play the piano in Belfast!
I like to make sure my lessons are always as enjoyable as possible for all of my students & I offer tuition in a wide range of styles as well as making sure we learn the songs that you love.
My lessons are built around the music you love and enjoy as well as making sure we aim towards the goals that you want to achieve. I can teach both young learners & adults & I approach our lesson plan exactly the same way regardless. The lessons are built around you.
Lessons are pay-as-you-go, weekly, fortnightly or as suits you.
I welcome beginners to intermediate students to take my lessons. I will create a lesson plan that suits your needs as a learner of the piano.
I have experience in teaching beginners
I am an experienced music teacher and have been teaching the piano for over 4 years now, having previously studied music at the University of York. I have achieved a merit at Grade 8 Piano (Trinity Guildhall) as well as a merit at Grade 8 Trumpet (ABRSM).
When it comes to my lessons, I try to make these as accessible as possible, tailored for each pupil's needs and preferences. I am happy to teach through grades or to work towards "homemade targets". At the end of the day, my main aim is to help people flourish in their music.
Putting in the work and time to figure out what is best for each pupil is definitely worth the reward! In addition to the piano, I also teach the trumpet up to grade 8 standard in all styles - you can read more about my trumpet tuition on my music teacher profile.
I can teach both classical and pop
I offer piano lessons to students from the ages of 5 years old and upwards - including beginner classes for adults. I have experience in teaching students of all ages & I apply this experience to all of my lessons.
I am able to respond quickly to student enquiries, helping new students to find a time slot that works well for both of us. I also work hard to ensure new students feel at ease during their first lesson, it is okay to be a little nervous.
As well as my tuition, I have worked extensively as an active musician performing in a jazz trio and occasionally as part of a larger function band. Prior to moving to Belfast, I was also director of music at St. Thomas' church, York, which included running and conducting the St. Thomas' gospel choir.
I would be delighted to help you to learn to play the piano, especially if you are a beginner student interested in starting to learn this fantastic instrument. To find out more about my piano lessons or to book your first lesson don't hesitate to get in touch.
Find out more about what music stores are there in the area
Belfast has always had a long rich history of music and that has carried on to today. Belfast has a great music scene and some great music stores to match it. Here are some of the best ones available.
Dawsons, located at 121-125 Royal Avenue Belfast BT1 1FF. Great range of acoustic and digital pianos, including brands like Yamaha, Roland, Kawai. Ideal for pianists of all levels.
Matchetts Music, piano store is located on 38 Wellington Pl, Belfast BT1 6GF. Packed full of acoustic, digital and hybrid pianos - as well as concert-quality pianos - you are really spoiled for choice. Matchetts Music also stock a good range of sheet music and accessories for all your piano playing needs.
Belfast Music, located at Unit 24, Hanwood Business Park, Kings Road, Belfast. BT16 1DE also boasts a great range of pianos and keyboards, as well as sheet music covering a wide range of different genres.
I can help you rapidly progress all aspects of playing. Together we will explore everything from song work to technique and even help build your confidence. I will make a lesson plan that best suits your needs as a player and a learner. For more information, feel free to send me an email.
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My lessons are charged at £14 per half hour and £26 per hour for my students.
I teach my lessons from a home teaching space based on Dunlady Road, Belfast, BT16 1TT. It is a great place to learn to play the piano.
I offer my high quality lessons to students of all ages (5+) in a wide range of styles and genres.
I recommend weekly lessons for the best progress but you are more than welcome to take lessons as and when you like.
If you cancel with less than 48 hours notice you will still be charged for the lesson. If you give enough notice you're more than welcome to change the day/time of your lesson.
Get in touch today and start learning to play the piano with a professional teacher.
Piano Teacher
Simon Burrowes
