Luke - Piano tutor - Brighton and Hove
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Luke - Piano tutor - Brighton and Hove

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Luke

  • Rate S$78
  • Response 6h
  • Students

    Number of students accompanied by Luke since their arrival at Superprof

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    Number of students accompanied by Luke since their arrival at Superprof

Luke - Piano tutor - Brighton and Hove
  • 5 (9 reviews)

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  • Piano
  • Musical keyboard
  • Jazz Piano

Highly experienced teacher, graduate of Cambridge University, teaching Classical and Jazz piano in Brighton and Hove full time for 7 years.

  • Piano
  • Musical keyboard
  • Jazz Piano

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About Luke

I am an experienced pianist and keyboard player based in Brighton where I work full time as a freelance musician and teacher. I have a broad musical background, involving classical training, orchestral and choral experience, and experience of performing, recording and writing in jazz, soul and pop genres. I regularly perform in Brighton, London and further afield, working on original projects, and as a session and function musician.

Since moving to Brighton in 2018, I have taught over 100 students of all ages and abilities. I provide teaching in classical piano, music theory, jazz piano and many other genres (soul, blues, soul, pop etc.). I teach from home on a Yamaha upright piano and a Nord stage piano. In addition to private teaching I also teach in schools in Brighton and Hove.

Qualifications
I hold a distinction in dipABRSM in piano performance (post-grade 8 qualification, 2013), grade 8 theory (2014), and a music degree from King’s College, Cambridge University (2018). I also hold grade 8 in clarinet and grade 6 singing. I have an enhanced DBS certificate.

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About the lesson

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • +2
  • levels :

    Beginner

    Intermediate

    Advanced

    Professional

    Kids

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My approach is centred upon developing students’ individual musicality and interests in their lessons, allowing them to build a relationship with music and love the music that they play. I have broken down my approach for children's and adult's lessons below:

Lessons for young beginners
I teach beginners in piano from age 5 upwards. With the youngest students I have refined an approach which blends a variety of activities in lessons. Students learn music notation, play from memory, improvise and play lots of musical games to keep learning fun and engaging, while giving them a broad foundation in musical skills. All students are encouraged to perform and share their music, but I am happy to take lessons in many directions depending on the student. Students can take exams in piano if they wish, others may wish to focus on playing in bands, improvising or playing pieces they choose, but the focus of lessons is to first build a love for music in whatever form.

Lessons for transfer students
Luke is highly experienced in working with students who have prior experience of lessons and are progressing to intermediate or advanced level, wishing to work on their technique, or who want to switch from classical to jazz piano lessons. Having made this switch myself I understand the challenges of learning in a new way, and the benefits of classical training. I am able to fill in any gaps in knowledge needed for theory exams, GCSE and A-level music or university applications. My students have gone on to study music at top universities and conservatoires (Cambridge, KCL…).

Lessons for adult beginners
Teaching adults is a really rewarding part of my job, and I have a specific approach for adult beginners which allows them to build fundamental skills while applying their own life experience, all while being sensitive to the pressures of work and family life. Many adults play just for themselves, but some also find after some time that they wish to pursue exams, which I am happy to facilitate. In any case I always encourage adults to perform and share their music when they are ready. While weekly lessons are most beneficial, I am happy to be flexible and provide lessons fortnightly or on a more ad hoc basis to fit in with your busy schedule.

Lessons for adult returners
I have taught a number of adults who are returning to lessons, having learned as children. Students come with very varied experiences with lessons (both positive and negative). So I work together with you to build on those experiences and establish new goals. Piano teaching has changed a lot over the past few decades, so I’m always keen to show adults new ways of learning and new styles of music which they may not have seen in more traditional lessons. For example, many adults find creative improvisation and composition/arranging very enjoyable if this wasn’t an option for them to explore previously.

Lessons for university students
Luke has taught students from Sussex, Brighton, BIMM and Waterbear universities, and is able to provide teaching that supplements performance, theory and academic courses. Lessons for students can be flexible around university timetables and holidays.

Music theory and composition lessons
Luke studied in depth music theory, analysis and composition modules at Cambridge, and also holds grade 8 theory. He has a particular interest in theory and analysis teaching and has helped students achieve grade 8 theory, prepare for A-level or university music courses, learn jazz theory, or composition.

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Rates

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  • S$78

Pack rates

  • 5h: S$389
  • 10h: S$779

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Find out more about Luke

  • When did you first develop a passion for music and your favourite instrument?

    I first started playing when I was around 3/4. Apparently I used to sit at the piano and make up my own tunes (although I can't remember this!). I used to play a few other instruments, but piano was always my favourite so when I started playing professionally I focused on that. I still occasionally pick up a guitar now and then.
  • Is there a particular type of music or artist that you listen to on a loop without it driving you crazy?

    I do actually have a habit of listening to the same song on repeat. The most recent songs have been a PJ Morton song and one by the band Couch. Before that, like the rest of the world, I spent a bit of time listening to Olivia Dean. So it really depends! In terms of classical composers I could listen to Debussy or Ravel forever.
  • Explain to us the most difficult or riveting course you could personally give to a student of music.

    I think bebop has to be one of the most complicated styles of playing to master. When I was first getting to grips with it I learnt Donna Lee in every key. It was probably far too difficult a task for me at the time, but I still persevered with it for months. So I think mastering a load of bebop tunes in every key, and then being able to improvise using the language in different keys would be pretty riveting.
  • What do you think is the most complicated instrument to master and why?

    Because I know the most about what's involved, I'd have to say piano. Being able to play multiple independent lines while considering balance, tone and phrasing is very complicated. Reading two staves of music at the same time also makes piano (and other keyboard instruments) among the most difficult to read. As a musician in a band, piano players are also unique in needing to cover multiple parts of the texture simultaneously (sometimes playing chords and melodies, sometimes bass and chords etc.).
  • What are your keys to success?

    Consistency, curiosity and above all constantly collaborating with and supporting other musicians.
  • Name three musicians you dream of meeting in your favourite bar in the early hours of the morning. Explain why.

    JS Bach - to watch him improvise a fugue (hoping there's a piano in this bar...)
    Erik Satie - for the eccentricity
    Oscar Peterson - to meet a piano hero
  • Provide a valuable anecdote related to music or your days at music school.

    Growing up, I was always encouraged to play the clarinet more, both due to the scarcity of opportunities to perform on the piano and the competitiveness of getting into the classical piano world. When I went to university I basically stopped playing clarinet altogether to focus on piano because it was what I was really most interested in. I realised that the competitiveness and other people's opinions on what I should be doing didn't matter as much as where my passion was. So I'd encourage students and other musicians to follow their interests early, as that is the thing that will lead to fulfilment. Sooner or later you'll realise that without passion for something it's impossible to sustain it anyway.
  • What are the little touches that make you a Superprof in music?

    I think my broad background as a performer and musician means I'm able to adapt and tailor my teaching to individuals and use multiple perspectives to give deeper understanding of how music works. Within lessons I'm also really keen on sharing practice techniques and 'gamifying' things (essential, in my opinion, for teaching young beginners, but also great for adults) so I think this gives my lessons an edge and keeps them engaging.
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