Information About Pierre - Acton teacher

Personal Description:

London-based pianist and composer, I studied music in a French Conservatoire before doing my Master's at the Royal College of Music in 2023. I play classical, jazz and pop piano in various contexts: function bands, solo, duets, recording sessions, and original bands. I've performed across London and south of France and composed and arranged for the RCM Philharmonic, RCM big band, about twenty original soundtracks for short films, and have conducted a cine-concert in the Britten Theatre. I've recently collaborated with singer-songwriters Luke Hasler, Zoe Aronson and have produced music as well as arranging song for orchestra and jazz big band. I've also released two personal albums involving an hybrid orchestration.

Tutoring Experience:

I have 7 years of teaching experience, with children from 5yo to adults, in France and in the UK. I also had pupils in special needs (anxiety, high stress), as well as retired adults, so I am very flexible and adaptive in my approach. I'm used to teach either at the student's home, my home or in a private school. I'm experienced in teaching piano in various styles, mainly classical, jazz or pop, as well as music theory, composition/arrangement and music production. I have previously prepared some of my students to the British ABSRM or GCSE Grades, but I'm always open to any exam system.

Tutoring Approach:

My approach is really adaptive to the pupil's needs, I'm always conscious and careful of the pace and the amount of work he or she is used to. Regular practice and home exercises are fundamental but once again depending on the person's mindset and environment. I try to listen as much as possible so that the student feels comfortable enough to progress without too much pressure.