Information About King - Sheffield teacher - (24 reviews)
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This is how 4 referees rated King:
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Instruments Taught
Piano |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £65.00 |
| Intermediate | £65.00 |
| Advanced | £65.00 |
| Expert | £65.00 |
| Casual | £65.00 |
Violin |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £65.00 |
| Intermediate | £65.00 |
| Advanced | £65.00 |
| Expert | £65.00 |
| Casual | £65.00 |
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Personal Description:
*Happy to work with special needs children/adults, a fully qualified doctor and musician who has experience in teaching non-verbal children.*
About me:
Hi, I am a fully qualified doctor with a MA degree in Piano Performance (I also play the violin up to diploma level).
My qualifications include: BA English Literature and Philosophy (Durham University), MA Piano Performance (Royal Conservatoire of Scotland) and MBChB (medical degree from Sheffield University).
I have many years of piano and violin teaching experience. I started learning the piano and violin at 5 years old and completed both my diploma examinations (including Grade 8 Music Theory) at young age. Hence, I am very familiar with the ABRSM syllabus.
I particularly enjoy working with beginner students and my strength is helping students figure out suitable practice methods. All my lessons are tailored to individual needs and students are always encouraged to ask questions.
Previously, I was also Professor John Blakely’s private student, who was a piano professor at the Royal College of Music (now retired).
*Able to provide any documents for qualification proof if needed*
Tutoring Experience:
I have been teaching for more than 10 years.
I have experience working with special needs children and would be happy to work with non-verbal children.
Enhanced DBS check available.
Tutoring Approach:
My lesson plans are tailored according to individual needs and I believe that learning music should be an enjoyable experience. I would be happy to work with children/adults with special needs or challenging behaviours.
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Native Language: English (British)
Additional Languages: Chinese
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Additional Languages: Chinese
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (2016) - MA Piano Performance (Masters) (✔ On File)
- Trinity College London (2006) - ATCL (Piano) (Professional) (✔ On File)
- Royal Schools of Music (2005) - DipABRSM (Violin) (Professional) (✔ On File)
King's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 24 |
| Total Positive Feedback: | |
| Total Other Feedback: (not shown) | 1 |
KingFrom Savinu (5/5): She's clearly very experienced, knows how to teach and helps you improve. I like the emphasis on dynamics and technique even for basic pieces.
Reply from: King: Thank you so much Savinu.
From Gerard (/5): Rebecca is an excellent violin teacher. She is very patient and willing to answer any questions I’ve had. I’ve learnt a lot over these past five weeks and can’t wait to learn more! I would strongly recommend Rebecca to anyone wanting to learn the violin :) Thank you!
Reply from: King: Thank you very much Gerard!
From Sydney (/5): Rebecca is a great violin teacher; she is patient and very kind. My 12-year-old son is enjoying her lessons and has gained confidence in learning to play the violin. She is motivating, and I would recommend her as a teacher.
Reply from: King: Thanks very much Sydney for the feedback. I’ve really enjoyed teaching your son too.
From Rishi (/5): I like the content of the lessons and the special emphasis on learning how to read music.
Reply from: King: Thank you!
From Jacqueline (/5): Excellent lesson. Well constructed. Patient teacher and superb communicator and extremely skilled at building confidence in the pupil
Thank you.
Thank you.
Reply from: King: Thanks a lot Jacqueline for the great comment!
From Amanda (/5):
From George (/5): Really knows her stuff and is committed to helping you learn, she is up to date with the subject and helped me a lot in only one session!
Reply from: King: Thanks a lot George!
From Szilvia (/5): Rebecca is very kind and patient teacher. I highly recommend her to anyone!
Reply from: King: Thanks so much for the feedback Szilvia! :)
From Dandan (/5): Rebecca is a really patient teacher and she encouraged me and helped me to be more confident. She is very good at teaching. An excellent tutor for beginners. Strongly recommend her as a piano tutor.
Reply from: King: Thank you so much Dandan for the great feedback! :)
From Fraser (/5): Just had a great first lesson with Rebecca. She is very good at explaining things as clearly and simply as possible. She is also extremely patient and calming which is very helpful when I'm making consecutive mistakes. Looking forward to my next lesson!
Reply from: King: Thank you for the great feedback Fraser!
From Kayleigh (/5): Only had one violin lesson so far, but can't wait for the next one! I have struggled to play in front of any audience for years yet feel completely at ease playing for Rebecca. Her friendly, approachable manner towards the lesson makes it all the more easier to learn. Already feel like I'm learning loads. Excellent teacher - would highly recommend to anybody :)
Reply from: King: Thanks very much for the great feedback Kayleigh :)
From To (/5): Thank you Rebecca for your excellent piano lesson
Reply from: King: Thanks a lot for the feedback!
From Roch (/5): Really good teacher, feel like I'm learning a lot already even from a couple of lessons !
Reply from: King: Thanks very much for the feedback!
From Celine (/5): Such a wonderful teacher. She makes you feel at ease with the instrument even if you're a complete beginner. Highly recommend others to take classes with her! :)
Reply from: King: Thank you very much Celine for the feedback! :)
From Jeehyun (/5):
From Mandy (/5): Rebecca has a lovely manner with her students and totally makes them feel at ease whilst also listening to their input into the lesson.
My eldest daughter has a problem with confidence in her own abilities and was extremely nervous for her first lesson - I basically had to force her to go and she was so nervous she didn't eat much all day at all so I was so happy when half way through the lesson she herself mentioned in the conversation "when I come back next week can we do… ".
Rebecca is very softly spoken and very quick to pick up on what the pupil needs even when she hasn't read the text being used in the classroom. She was also very quick to confirm whether my daughter was currently due to take any specific exams/tests in the near future so that she could make sure that this could be addressed.
I would highly recommend Rebecca to anyone looking for an English tutor and I'm sure my daughter will be well on the way to an A in her Nat 5 in a couple of years time.
My eldest daughter has a problem with confidence in her own abilities and was extremely nervous for her first lesson - I basically had to force her to go and she was so nervous she didn't eat much all day at all so I was so happy when half way through the lesson she herself mentioned in the conversation "when I come back next week can we do… ".
Rebecca is very softly spoken and very quick to pick up on what the pupil needs even when she hasn't read the text being used in the classroom. She was also very quick to confirm whether my daughter was currently due to take any specific exams/tests in the near future so that she could make sure that this could be addressed.
I would highly recommend Rebecca to anyone looking for an English tutor and I'm sure my daughter will be well on the way to an A in her Nat 5 in a couple of years time.
Reply from: King: Many thanks for the very kind feedback Mandy!
From Hugo (/5): I have just had my first lesson with Rebecca and I'm already looking forward to the next one. She is a great teacher. Her patience and care throughout the lesson meant I was able to relax and learn a lot.
I definitely recommend her to anyone looking to learn the piano.
I definitely recommend her to anyone looking to learn the piano.
Reply from: King: Thank you very much!
From Ryan (/5): I highly recommend Rebecca as a music teacher. Her lessons are enjoyable and also that you are learning and improving. Also very pleasant and professional. Thank you.
Reply from: King: Thank you very much Ryan! :-)
From Alex (/5): Rebecca is an excellent teacher who will guide you with great patience and care!
Rebecca is easy going and very friendly, and I thoroughly enjoyed her teaching.
Rebecca is easy going and very friendly, and I thoroughly enjoyed her teaching.
Reply from: King: Many thanks Alex for the great feedback! :)
From Matthew (/5): Very good teaching and clear explanation!!!
Reply from: King: Thank you Matthew!
From Raheleh (/5): Due to personal circumstance my mother who started taking the lessons from Rebecca had to stop the classes. For the lessons taken Rebecca has been very attentive and flexible with our time table.
Reply from: King: Thanks very much Raheleh!
From Rana (/5): She is very helpful, good listener and friendly.
I really enjoy the sessions with her.
I really enjoy the sessions with her.
Reply from: King: Thanks Rana!
From Evelyn (/5): Rebecca is an excellent tutor for my daughter. Nothing has been too much trouble for her. We have asked a lot of Rebecca as we needed someone to tutor an IGCSE English exam, which has proved difficult in the past. The same evening we had asked, Rebecca had thoroughly researched the IGCSE content and syllabus and was prepared to help.
Rebecca is very easy going, has a lovely, pleasant nature and puts my daughter at ease all through the lessons.
I have no doubt that when they meet for their tutoring sessions Rebecca has fully prepared the lesson with much thought, care and professionalism.
As a result, my daughter has more confidence going into her exam and even feels/hopes she may do better in this subject now than her favourites. All due to Rebecca's tailored tutoring.
Honestly, I can't recommend Rebecca highly enough.
Rebecca is very easy going, has a lovely, pleasant nature and puts my daughter at ease all through the lessons.
I have no doubt that when they meet for their tutoring sessions Rebecca has fully prepared the lesson with much thought, care and professionalism.
As a result, my daughter has more confidence going into her exam and even feels/hopes she may do better in this subject now than her favourites. All due to Rebecca's tailored tutoring.
Honestly, I can't recommend Rebecca highly enough.
Reply from: King: Many thanks Evelyn for your very kind feedback!