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Hello there! Thank you for visiting my website. While I've tried to include as much information as possible, it can be difficult to fully explain how my lessons work in writing.
If you'd like, please feel free to message me on WhatsApp. I'm happy to answer any questions and discuss your piano learning goals in more detail.
Don't worry, I won't spam you with messages. After our chat, you can take your time to consider and reach out when you're ready to sign up.
Thank you!
My Teaching Experience
Since working as a Pop Piano Instructor since 2011, I have had the opportunity to teach over 500 students to date. My teaching styles are flexible and customised to cater to my student's objectives.
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Some of the music schools I've worked for includes,
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Yamaha Music Asia (Singapore)
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Play By Ear Music School
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Hark Music
My Performing Experience
Apart from working as a Pop Piano Teacher, I am also working as a wedding pianist and performed in various venues such as Fullerton, 15 Degree Marina, Conrad Centennial, St Regis, Marriott Tangs Plaza etc.
I have also took on other assignments that are non-wedding related.
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Some of my performance background includes,
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Resident Pianist @ Singapore Marriott Hotel
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Pianist for new performers' auditions at Resorts World Sentosa
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Pianist for Global Insurance Forum at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore
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Pianist for NUS Duke (Medical Graduate Singapore)
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Keyboardist for "Jalan Kayu Day”
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Keyboardist for “Superheros of Hope event at NUS
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Keyboardist for SingHealth sharing event at Marina Bay Sands
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Pianist for Hewlett-Packard's Star Event at Ritz Carlton Millenia.
Pop Piano Lesson For Kids
As a parent, I've seen firsthand how kids have a natural love for music.
Unfortunately, traditional piano lessons often stifle this enthusiasm by focusing on repetitive exercises and unfamiliar songs.
My approach is different. I teach kids to play their favorite tunes while introducing them to the exciting world of improvisation. This makes learning fun and engaging, inspiring a lifelong passion for piano.
Pop Piano Lesson For Adults
Since 2011 i've been teaching pop piano to adults.
There are many reasons why my adult students pick up the piano. It could be a to fulfill a childhood dream, it could be to de-stress, it could be for entertainment or even, in search for an alternative career path.
Whatever it is, i'll do my best to help you achieve your objectives.
Home Studio
Lesson At My Home Studio
To provide my students with the best possible foundation, I've chosen to use an acoustic piano a Bechstein A124 for our lessons.
Acoustic pianos offer a superior tactile experience, allowing students to develop refined technique and touch. Additionally, I've selected a European piano to expose them to the rich, traditional sound that European instruments are renowned for.
Online Lesson
Online Piano Lesson
This is my most popular lesson at the moment. Around 80% of my lessons are conducted online.
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To make sure that my online lessons are as effective as in person lesson, I have devoted considerable time and resources to on my online setup. Some of my students have even commented that my online lessons are more productive compared to in-person sessions.
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I employ seven different applications and utilize two cameras for my online lessons, demonstrating my commitment by investing a significant amount of money to ensure the effectiveness of my teaching sessions.
What is your teaching style?
While these videos can't fully capture my one-on-one classes, they should offer a basic overview of my teaching style.
Teaching a simple Piano Solo
Using the 1-5-8-10 left hand pattern
Teaching piano accompaniment
Lesson Materials
Here are some of the materials that I use for my lessons
Leadsheet
This is a leadsheet
This is the material we’ll be using the most. We can learn how to create left hand patterns, harmony, fill ins, transposition, chords finding with it
Grand Staff Score
This is a grand staff score
We learn this so that if you’ll like to play some classical pieces or piano instrumentals, you’ll be able to do so
Chord Chart
This is a chord chart
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We use this to learn how to play and sing and work on musicianship
How much are my rates?
My rates are $220 a month
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4 lessons a month, 1 lesson per week and 45 minutes per lesson
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Video recording
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Access to my song library
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Online support outside of lesson time
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Video tutorials
Rates does not increase even if you progress to the next level.
Lessons can be held either online via zoom or at my home studio in Canberra.
All the lesson materials are included, so you don’t have to pay a single cent more. The only cost are the fees.
What are the songs you teach?
While it's quite difficult to put all my covers, etc. on this website, I have several covers on my Instagram page.
If you're interested, please click on this link to see more.
FAQ
Am I too old to learn?
Not at all, most of my students are adults, and many of them started as beginners. With the right approach and methods, anyone can learn to play.
Am I permitted to cancel my lessons at the last minute?
I do not forfeit lessons; any lessons that are canceled can be rescheduled or made up with a video lesson.
Why are your rates set at a fixed rate?
My course fees are set at a fixed rate due to the experiences I've had with some of my students being forced to quit due to financial issues. For that reason, I have decided to charge everyone a fair and constant rate.
Are there any additional costs apart from the course fees that I need to cover?
No, all the materials are included. You only need to pay for the lesson fees and nothing else.
Is 45 minutes per lesson enough?
Yes, other than the main lessons which are 45 minutes a week, I am also providing you with video lessons and assistance outside of lesson time.
Why are your rates cheaper than the music schools?
Because you are only paying for my financial survival, that's it. The fees you pay don't need to cover expenses such as paying a landlord or administrative staff. The savings I obtain from these costs allow me to offer a better rate to everyone.
LESSON STRUCTURE
What You Can Expect Every Lesson
1. Scales
There are many scales in music but for pop piano wise, the most commonly used scales are the major and minor. Learning the scales has a few benefits, it helps you to
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Play By Ear
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Improvise Coordination
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Improve Your Technique
2. Songs
I will give you a new song every single lesson. There are a few types of scores/chord charts that I use to help you become a more versatile pianist.
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Leadsheet - Melody with Chords. Scores like this are basically guides that helps you to improvise with minimum sight reading.
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Pre- Arranged scores. Scores like this are meant to be played as written and it’s excellent for sight reading and learning a new genre.
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Chord charts - Chord charts are great for using it as a guide when you want to play and sing or play by ear.
3. Theory
Theory wise, I will normally teach the traditional music theory and contemporary music theory. Rest assure that I will only teach theories that helps in your development as a pianist. Meaning that I would not spend time on certain theories that exam going students learn that has nothing to do with Piano.
4. Musicianship
There are a few components in this section that I work on to help you improve as a musician.
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Sight-Reading - This is basically to help you read and play songs more confidently on the spot
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Transposition - This will allow you to understand chords better and change keys while singing on the spot
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Chords Fill-In - This will help you figure out chord progression and understand chords better
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Fingering Planning - This will help you develop good finger movement to help you play smoothly going forward
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Aural Training - This will help you improve your hearing and have the ability to play by ear.
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My
Location
I can conduct the class at my home studio in Canberra which is a 5 mins walk from canberra MRT, or you could take bus service 169 alight after one bus stop.
If you are driving my place do offer free parking