Piano lessons in Reading
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Teachers near Reading
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Enjoyment and performance is my main focus as a tutor having trained in Musical Theatre at the London Studio Centre, University of the Arts London. I have been privileged to have worked as a performer with Disney Cruise Line; Royal Caribbean Cruise Line; UK national and international tours; the London Philharmonic and BBC Proms. For the last seven years, I’ve loved putting my knowledge into teaching piano and vocals to students of all ages. Former students have successfully passed Grade 1 - 8 ABRSM Piano, Grade 1 - 8 ABRSM Singing and successfully auditioned for Matilda (West End); School of Rock (West End) Sylvia Young Theatre School; National Youth Musical Theatre; BRIT School; Bird College. Alongside my teaching, I worked as a music editor for Faber Music Publishing, editing works such as the official Harry Potter Piano Anthology and educational books by composers including Paul Harris, Pam Wedgewood and Elaine Gould. I then became Head of Education at the national theatre school, “Perform”. I look forward to transferring back to teaching full time and focusing on those local to my new area in West Berkshire and Reading as I raise my own family. See you soon.
Hello! I am a singer, songwriter and pianist with a BMus Popular Music degree from Goldsmiths College, University of London. I have been teaching for 17 years. I work as a vocalist and songwriter and have featured on records alongside Grammy Award winners Pitbull and Sean Paul. I work closely with labels such as Universal Music, Sony Music, and Black Hole Recordings. My music has reached #1 on Beatport and iTunes, been used in Motorola adverts, Netflix series Locke & Key, and gained over 100 million streams. As well as being endorsed by the biggest names in Dance music, and featured on thousands of playlists. As a performer, I have played at prestigious venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall and The Troubadour Club London, and have played at a number of music festivals including Glastonbury. I have run my own Pop Choirs and Stage School, and have been teaching singing (including Pop and Musical Theatre), songwriting, piano and music theory for 17 years. I also offer industry and career guidance sessions. My students have gone on to perform in West End shows, attend the likes of Sylvia Young and East 15, gain music scholarships and work with major corporations and TV channels on shows and adverts. Get in touch to discuss your musical journey! Qualifications: BMus Popular Music, Goldsmiths, University of London, Rockschool Grade 8 Singing, ABRSM Grade 8 Singing, ABRSM Grade 8 Piano, ABRSM Grade 5 Theory
About piano lessons in Reading
Reading teachers create calm, motivating lessons. You'll explore repertoire that keeps you inspired, build technique at a comfortable pace, and feel supported throughout.
Teachers serve Reading and Berkshire, with online lessons available.
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Piano lessons: what to expect
Great piano lessons combine structured technical development with repertoire that inspires you. Search by location to find local teachers for in-person tuition, or choose online lessons to access specialist tutors in your chosen style.
Piano suits learners of all ages — children, teens, adults and returning players. Lessons can be tailored to beginners, hobbyists, exam candidates, and aspiring performers.
Lessons focus on technique, rhythm, reading, ear training, and musical expression. Teachers create progressive plans so you consistently improve week-to-week.
Online lessons are effective for repertoire, theory and technique when recorded materials and clear audio/video setup are used. In-person lessons offer direct physical guidance and instrument-specific coaching.
A simple learning path for piano
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Develop posture, hand position, basic sight-reading, simple scales and arpeggios, and a practice routine that builds consistent progress.
Expand technique with scales, arpeggios and exercises; learn pieces across styles and build expressive playing and musicality.
Refine interpretation, explore improvisation or accompaniment, and prepare confidently for exams, recitals, or studio sessions.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A reliable upright or digital piano with weighted keys is ideal — full-size 88-key preferred.
- Piano bench at the correct height helps maintain relaxed posture and technique.
- A metronome and a simple practice plan (20–40 minutes daily) yield far better results than occasional long sessions.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Technique, interpretation, sight-reading, and repertoire from Baroque to contemporary classical traditions.
Harmony, voicings, comping patterns, lead sheets, improvisation practice, and repertoire building.
Song accompaniment, chordal arrangements, studio-friendly techniques, and performance-ready repertoire.
Structured technical work, piece selection, sight-reading practice, and mock exam coaching for ABRSM, Trinity and other boards.
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FAQs about piano lessons in Reading
Yes — lessons start gently with clear steps.
Absolutely — exams are optional and guided if you want them.
Yes — pop, film, and classical can all be mixed in.
Short daily practice sessions (20–40 minutes) are more effective than infrequent long sessions. Your teacher will help design a routine suited to your goals.
Absolutely. Many adult learners progress quickly with consistent practice and a teacher who tailors lessons to adult learning styles.
A full-size 88-key instrument with weighted keys is ideal, but a good quality 61–76 key weighted keyboard can work for beginners. Your teacher can advise on suitable options.
Yes — many students successfully prepare for ABRSM, Trinity and other exams via online lessons when the teacher provides structured materials and targeted feedback.