Information About Marion - Lightwater teacher -
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Instruments Taught

Piano	Hourly Fee
Beginner	£34.00
Intermediate	£34.00
Casual	£34.00
Violin	Hourly Fee
Beginner	£34.00
Intermediate	£34.00
Advanced	£34.00
Expert	£34.00
Casual	£34.00
Guitar	Hourly Fee
Beginner	£34.00
Intermediate	£34.00
Advanced	£34.00
Expert	£34.00
Casual	£34.00
Music Theory	Hourly Fee
Beginner	£34.00
Intermediate	£34.00
Advanced	£34.00
Expert	£34.00
Casual	£34.00

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Personal Description:

I am a postgraduate guitar, piano and violin/fiddle teacher teaching popular styles-blues, rock, folk, jazz, and also classical, and music theory-popular, jazz and classical. Pupils of all ages are welcome. I have played in many varied ensembles and bands.

Tutoring Experience:

I have taught a wide range of pupils from aged 3 upwards and have worked with 'special needs' students. I teach left handed players. I am qualified in childcare and have some special needs training. I completed 3 modules and a dissertation in music education at Kingston University. I teach face to face and online using Zoom free software.

Tutoring Approach:

I am flexible and can help you with pieces of your choice, working at your own pace. I can help with theory or exams.

I ensure that my pupils are well prepared for all aspects of their exams if they choose to take them, and I also endeavour to help my pupils with good posture and technique which is a pre-requisite for success.

I maintain a strong dialogue with parents regarding their children's h/w, aims and achievements.

Lessons are available at a cheaper rate for 3/4 hr and 1/2 hr for younger pupils [£26 and £18]. I occasionally offer a concessionary rate [unemployed or low waged/student/OAP/home ed].

I teach some students in their homes and others come to my home in Pirbright. Online lessons are also available. Online students are also eligible for a concessionary rate if required.

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Native Language: English (British)
Additional Languages: French, German
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)

Qualifications:

Baby First Aid Surrey and Surrey CC (2012) - Paediatric First Aid & Safeguarding Certificate (Other) (✔ On File)
Kingston (2010) - Cache Diploma in Home-Based Child Care (Professional) (✔ On File)
Kingston (2008) - MA Popular Music (Masters) (✔ On File)
Kingston (2006) - BMus (Bachelors) (✔ On File)

Marion's Feedback

Total Amount Of Feedback:	14
Total Positive Feedback:	13 Av. 4.50/5.00
Total Other Feedback: (not shown)	1

From Kathryn (4/5): For personal reasons I have had to put lessons on hold so I only had a few sessions with Marion so I can only give you limited feedback.
What I appreciated about Marion is that firstly she is very warm, supportive teacher and wants the best for the pupil. In my case we were not sure about whether I should aim for grade 3 or 4 and I liked the way Marion discussed this and was so affirming.

From Emily (5/5): Marion is very knowledge about the guitar, including different playing styles and exam board requirements for the grading systems run by ABRSM and Trinity. She is a patient teacher and makes the experience enjoyable.

From Nickolai (5/5): I'm very happy with Marion's teaching method. She took the time to figure out what style I'd like to learn and recommended the book we could start with. I was able to start reading the music of the sheets after only 3 classes with her. I enjoy our violin sessions of playing together, there's still much to learn but she makes it seem very easy.

From Alex (5/5): Marion is an excellent tutor. Incredibly knowledgeable in both the theory and practical elements of learning to play guitar. We started from not being able to play at all and Marion methodically took us through a lot of the basic techniques and concepts of the instrument. Very accommodating in terms of song choices too. Marion clearly knows her stuff and would work equally well for beginners but also for more experienced players.

From Danielle (5/5): Marion is teaching my 4year old, she has totally engaged her, which four a four-year-old is very difficult for her to sit still.Will recommend

From Nadine (5/5): My daughter has only had a few lesson with Marion but is really enjoying them! she is delighted she is learning new skills and improving on guitar. She looks forward to her lessons!

From Ravi (4/5):

From Georgina (5/5): Great teacher to my left handed daughter for her guitar lessons.

From Eyles (4/5): Only one lesson. But I enjoyed it.
Looking forward to my next lesson.

From Janis (5/5): Marion is a great tutor, she is very patient and made learning fun and enjoyable for my 7 year old son.

From Sarah (5/5): Marion has been kind and attentive to my daughter and has encouraged her to create her own music and to focus more on her technique. I would be happy to recommend her to anyone.

Sarah

From Shaun (5/5): She has been great, i am learning and practicing more than i have for a long time just by having her come by once a week. Marion has been patient with me and been very helpful, i am thinking very doing the grading system because of the help Marion has given me. I cant think of much more to say other than this was a good (if not great) descion to ask Marion to be my tutor.

From Marivic (5/5): Marion is a very patient teacher, and really cares about what interests our kids. She shows high commitment to the lessons. I recommend her.

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