Information About Gail - Hove teacher -
(10 reviews)

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Gail offers a FREE first / introductory lesson!

Piano	Hourly Fee
Beginner	£35.00
Intermediate	£35.00

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Personal Description:

I am an accomplished pianist with an eagerness for igniting and growing a passion for playing in others. I started playing the piano when I was a young child and have loved playing ever since.
I am very enthusiastic about teaching the piano and ensure lessons are fun and engaging.
Whatever genre of music you wish to learn and whether you want to simply play for your own pleasure or progress through exams, I will tailor lessons to individual desires and goals helping each pupil to achieve their best results.

Tutoring Experience:

I teach both children and adults, from beginner to intermediate level.

For those pupils wishing to take exams, I currently work to the ABRSM syllabus.

Tutoring Approach:

I have a flexible and very patient approach to teaching the piano. Providing a positive and encouraging lesson is just as important to me as teaching the technical aspects of playing. Whilst it’s important to teach students good technique, to read music and to understand theory from the outset I want my lessons to be fun, and my pupils to feel they’re making solid progress. I will tailor lessons to each individual student depending on their interests, level of ability and pace of learning.

My fees are as follows:
30 mins - £20
45 mins - £27.50
60 mins - £35

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Native Language: English (British)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)

Qualifications:

The Piano Teachers Course UK (2019) - Cert PTC (Professional) (✔ On File)
Australia (1989) - A level music (School) (✘ Not On File)
AMEB (1988) - Grade 8 practical (Other) (✔ On File)
AMEB (1988) - Grade 5 theory (Other) (✔ On File)

Gail's Feedback

Total Amount Of Feedback:	10
Total Positive Feedback:	10 Av. 5.00/5.00

From Victoria (5/5): Gail has been tutoring my 8 and 5 year old children for a few months now. She is a great teacher, friendly and reliable. The children look forward to their lessons each week and enjoy learning. She gives me good feedback on their progress and leaves us fun songs to practise together. Would definately recommend.

From Sean (5/5): Gail has been excellent so far, she breaks the music down in a way I’ve never been able to myself, turning songs that scare me into things that feel manageable. We’re learning fun songs that I like, but also learning the music too.

From Robyn (5/5): Gail has been a wonderful teacher! As an adult student she has helped me to play music I enjoy and challenges me to push myself. She lets me guide the lessons when I have things I want to work on but also will suggest lovely pieces for me! She explains things in a really simple way which I need. She has been really flexible with my lessons too, working around my shifts. Would highly recommend her!

From Katie (5/5): Gail is such a knowledgeable, kind and enthusiastic teacher. My girls are always so excited to have their piano lessons and get a real sense of achievement from her brilliant approach. My girls are progressing beautifully and get a real sense of achievement each week. Thank you Gail!

From Martha (5/5): Gail has been teaching me throughout lockdown on zoom and also at her lovely home in Hove and it has been a lovely experience.
After wanting to learn for a long time I decided to give it a shot at the age of 21 and I feel very happy with my progress.
Gail’s teaching style is very much tailored to what you want to learn and get out of the piano. She is thorough and explains everything extremely well. I’m enjoying learning classical pieces but I know she teaches her students a variety of genres from pop to rock.
The lessons are fun and we get a lot done in the time. Gail also leaves me with lots to do at home which has been a huge part of my progress. Knowing what to do when I’m away from the lessons and never feeling lost because I know she’s only a message away.
Every lesson is well prepared, if I’ve sent a song, she’s already written notes on the sheet for me beforehand which is amazing and has been a huge help.
I always feel encouraged and inspired after each lesson, wanting to get home and practice!

I’ve loved learning the piano with Gail and would recommend her to anyone looking to read music, and play beautifully.

From Nick (5/5): As a beginner, I’ve found Gail really easy to work with, able to focus on my goals and with the flexibility to adapt lessons to suit my way of learning.

On top of her teaching skills, she's always encouraging, very professional and thankfully has the patience of a saint!

From Colin (5/5): Very pleasant lady who adapts well to my requirements for learning piano without going back to absolute basics, scales or grades.

From Anna (5/5): Gail has been amazing so glad we found her, my two girls were so excited that they finally found a good piano teacher. She is very friendly and when teaching she gives a clear understanding. I can honestly say that I would recommend Gail to anyone that is looking for a honest and reliable teacher.

From Clara (5/5): Gail is an excellent piano teacher and I'd highly recommend her. She is enthusiastic and encourages people to learn pieces they enjoy playing. She's very flexible in her approach and warm and friendly.

From Nicola (5/5): Gail is an amazing piano teacher. She is so engaging and has had my daughter entranced since the very first moment. Gail will alter the session depending on how my daughter is engaging with the theme having been introduced and has made piano both exciting and accessible, I would thoroughly recommend her to anyone.

Tags: Hove Piano teacher, Hove Beginner Piano teacher, Hove Intermediate Piano teacher