Tom Olsen

Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, and Flute lessons tailored to you. I believe the responsibility for progress and motivation lies on my shoulders—your only job is to show up.

What to expect from our lessons

In my studio, the traditional pressure of “learning an instrument” is flipped. I don’t use one-size-fits-all books because difference is the norm. Whether you are a busy professional or a young beginner, I adapt my entire methodology to how you authentically exist right now. I identify your natural neurological motivators so that the drive to play wells up from the inside, rather than relying on forced willpower.

Your first lesson

We don’t wait months to “sound good.” In our first 30-minute session, we will bypass dry theory and get you playing a song you actually enjoy. My goal is to create an environment of total safety and alignment where we can find your “flow” immediately. We will discuss your musical tastes, how you process information, and set a roadmap that makes “impossible” hurdles feel like tangible wins.

My approach for different stages

Children: We focus on the Joy of Discovery using visual imagery to ensure music provides an intrinsic sense of joy.

Teens: I act as a mentor, using music as a tool for self-expression and building a strong sense of identity and mastery.

Adults: We focus on behavioral relevance—connecting your instrument to the music you actually listen to—providing a sophisticated creative outlet to counterbalance daily stress.

Experience and Background

I am an established professional musician and educator with a focus on high-level performance and student-centered results. My own performance career includes prestigious sets for the Lord Mayor of London and the Movember Campaign Launch. This professional background allows me to teach not just notes, but the artistry and confidence required to master an instrument. Within six months, my students regularly make leaps in areas they previously thought were closed to them.

Ready to begin?

You don’t need to be “ready” or have “potential” to start. You don’t even need to worry about the logistics of how you will learn—that is what I am here for.

Send me a message today, and let’s find the song you’ll be playing in your first 30 minutes!