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Best online piano course
This comprehensive beginner online piano course is meticulously crafted to lead students from the very beginning, eliminating the need for any prior musical knowledge.
Updated with new videos and PDFs weekly, students have the flexibility to learn at their own pace and at a time that suits them.
- Learn at your own pace
- Up to grade 1 level
- Suitable for adults and older children
- No commitment
- 100% flexible
- Cancel any time
- Lessons from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
- 30-day money-back guarantee
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ZOOM PIANO LESSONS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
ONLINE PIANO LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS
BEGINNER
Learn piano online with the best online piano lessons for beginners – no prior knowledge necessary.
In my live online piano lessons for beginners, I provide a comprehensive and well-rounded teaching approach designed to provide you with the ideal foundation to your piano journey.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- Suitable for adults and children
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
INTERMEDIATE ONLINE PIANO LESSONS
INTERMEDIATE
Further your piano studies with online piano classes for intermediate players.
These intermediate online piano lessons are designed for adults and children around grade 4 or 5 level.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- For adults and children
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of Your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
LIVE ONLINE PIANO LESSONS FOR ADVANCED STUDENTS
ADVANCED
Advanced online piano lessons catered to students at grade 8 level and above.
Explore new horizons and take your musical abilities to the next level through my expert-guided piano lessons online.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- For adults and children
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
FOR ALL AGES AND LEVELS
Flexible, ad-hoc asynchronous piano lessons – for adults and children of all ages. Avoid nerves and no fixed schedule required.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- Suitable for adults and children
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
- Flexible schedule
- Avoid nerves
- Rewatch the lesson multiple times
- Recommended for ABRSM Performances Grades
ONLINE PIANO LESSONS FOR ADULTS
BEGINNER, INTERMEDIATE, AND ADVANCED
Discover my online piano lessons for adults, meticulously crafted to accommodate learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced players.
Benefit from my friendly yet professional teaching approach, tailored to alleviate any uncertainties you may have about embarking on your piano journey as an adult.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
- For adults of all levels
FOR ALL LEVELS FROM AGED 5+
Enjoyable, tailored online piano lessons for kids aged 5 and above.
With my friendly yet focused approach and comprehensive teaching method, I strive to deliver the best online piano lessons for young learners.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM exam preparation
- For children aged 5 and above
- Varied curriculum for different age groups
ONLINE MUSIC THEORY LESSONS
FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
Expert music theory lessons for adults and children of all ages.
Online preparation for ABRSM music theory exams.
100% pass rate coaching students for ABRSM music theory exams.
ABRSM grade 5 music theory preparation.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- Tailored to your needs
- 100% pass rate
- Suitable for adults and children
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM music theory exam preparation
- Material suitable for all ages
FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN OF ALL LEVELS
Enjoyable and comprehensive preparation for ABRSM Practical and Performance Grades, as well as those for other exam boards.
Over the years, I have successfully prepared hundreds of students for ABRSM music exams.
Many of my students have successfully completed all levels from grades 1 – 8 and are currently preparing for ARCM and LRSM diplomas.
- Piano lessons in English or Spanish
- State-of-the art equipment
- Tailored to your needs
- Lesson notes
- Screen-sharing technology
- Suitable for adults and children
- Learn from the comfort of your home
- ABRSM Practical Grades
- ABRSM Performance Grades
- Preparation for other exam boards
- Diploma preparation
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18 YEARS OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I have over 18 years of piano teaching experience, and for the past 7 years, I have focused on offering live online piano lessons.
As a qualified and experienced music teacher, I hold an MMus in Performance, a BA (Hons) in Music Studies, and a distinction in ABRSM grade 8 piano.
My extensive teaching experience is not only derived from the work I do in my own studio, but also from teaching in various private and public schools in the UK and Spain.
Furthermore, my experience as a concert pianist and accompanist has helped me to expand my prowess and provided me with the empathy needed when coaching my piano students.
View some of the teacher’s performances from various concerts and rehearsals.
Watch some of the performances given by my amazing students.
For the ultimate flexibility! Perfect for students who can’t commit to regular schedule.
For students who live local and prefer to have one-to-one piano lessons in the custom-built studio.
Here are some of the best audio settings for those interested in having Zoom piano lessons.
Here are some of the reasons why live online piano lessons as just as effective as face-to-face classes.
If you are interested in having live online piano lessons or would like to enquire about prices and options available, please complete the contact form at the bottom of the page.
For information about how many classes are offered, the dates, make-up credits and more.
For information regarding my set-up for online piano lessons, and some suggestions for students.
Some suggestions to ensure your Zoom piano lessons go as smoothly as possible.
ARE ONLINE PIANO LESSONS EFFECTIVE?
I have been offering online piano lessons for almost 10 years now and I firmly believe that online piano lessons are as effective and even more convenient than face-to-face lessons.
Despite moving abroad, the students I used to teach face-to-face in the UK continue to achieve outstanding results, despite now having lessons online. In fact, the majority of them are doing even better!
BENEFITS OF ONLINE PIANO LESSONS
2 Pianos Available
One significant advantage of having piano lessons online is the accessibility of two pianos. Having separate instruments for the teacher and student simplifies the demonstration process and provides a more visual representation of piano-playing techniques. This aspect of virtual learning also contributes to a more streamlined and efficient learning process.
There is no need to travel
Online piano lessons offer a convenient solution for busy students who face the challenge of rush-hour traffic. By having piano lessons online, students can avoid the stress of commuting and instead focus on preparing for their class. The time saved on travel can be used to their advantage, allowing them to warm up before the lesson.
Younger family members don’t need to attend the lesson
In today’s fast-paced world, it is common for parents to lead busy lives while juggling their children’s schedules filled with various extracurricular activities, including sports, dance, acting, and music lessons. Sometimes, younger siblings may also need to attend such activities due to a lack of childcare options. This may lead to frustration for siblings who end up waiting in the car, resulting in lost after-school time.
With online piano lessons, family members can continue their daily routine without worrying about picking up their children after the class. Online piano lessons provide flexibility and convenience, ensuring everyone can maximise their time.
You can play your own instrument
As you advance in your piano studies, adapting to different pianos in various settings is essential. However, this can be a challenging obstacle for novice or less confident musicians. By playing your own piano, you can enjoy improved progress and greater exploration of your instrument’s capabilities.
Practise straight after the lesson
As a former piano student, I understand the importance of effectively retaining information after a lesson. Online piano lessons give students the convenience of practising immediately after the class. By doing so, concepts are still fresh in their mind, and energy levels are high, leading to a more productive and efficient practice session.
By learning online, you can eliminate the distractions of travelling home and allow for valuable practice time often lost in traditional settings. It is crucial to take advantage of this first practice session to set the tone for a successful week of study. By practising straight after the lesson, students can remember essential concepts, which creates more opportunities for improvement.
You can still have a lesson even if you feel a little under the weather
Online piano lessons provide the benefit of continued learning even if you are feeling unwell. Illnesses are often why in-person classes get cancelled for fear of spreading it among tutors or classmates. However, remote learning eliminates this issue.
Furthermore, online classes are particularly beneficial to students with disabilities or other circumstances preventing them from leaving their homes. These advantages were especially relevant during the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of access to quality music instruction that can be conveniently accessed from anywhere.
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If you are interested in having online piano lessons, please complete the contact form at the bottom of the page.
Here, you can provide details of your current level, and availability for lessons and ask any other questions you may have.
I offer an optional complimentary consultation to discuss various aspects of your playing experience and goals. This also allows us to assess the optimal setup and internet speed.
If you are happy to proceed, and once we have decided on a regular day and time, you can complete the ‘student registration’.
This will enable me to register you on the system, put you on the calendar and send you personalised login details.
You can record your practice time, view your lesson notes and lesson time, and cancel and reschedule a class if needed.
Although we can use Zoom for online piano lessons, I prefer to use a program called ‘Rock Out Loud’ as it tends to have better audio quality and is much simpler to use.
Following each lesson, I send notes outlining specific tasks to work on before the next class via a program called My Music Staff.
OPTIMUM ZOOM SETTINGS FOR PIANO LESSONS
Zoom offers several audio settings that can be customised to optimise the music lesson experience.
Here are some of the best Zoom audio settings for music lessons as of July 2023.
- Go to the Zoom preferences and select the “Audio” tab.
- Ensure the correct microphone and speaker are assigned.
- Adjust the input and output volume levels to a comfortable level.
- For a better music listening experience, enable the “Original Sound for Musicians” feature in Zoom: This turns off the audio enhancements or noise suppression algorithms that Zoom applies by default, allowing a more natural, unaltered sound which is essential during online music lessons.
- Utilise the “Share Computer Sound” option: Check the “Share Computer Sound” box to transmit the sound directly to your students when sharing audio or playing pre-recorded music. In effect, this allows students to hear the music without any distortion caused by the microphone.
BEST ALTERNATIVE TO ZOOM
My current platform of choice for live online piano lessons is ‘Rock Out Loud‘ as it has the same features as Zoom but with a superior audio experience.
In addition, the audio settings are already optimised for music lessons, meaning students don’t need to worry about manually adjusting the settings.
HOW TO SET UP FOR ONLINE PIANO LESSONS?
During my online, asynchronous piano lessons and online piano course, I use one HD camera to show a side view of the keys and a 4K camera to show the keyboard from above. In addition, I also have a third 4K camera to demonstrate pedalling when needed.
Using an app called forScore and screen sharing technology, I am able to edit the score in real-time and share it directly to your screen. This allows you to copy in any fingerings or other musical directions needed to enhance your playing.
AN ACOUSTIC OR DIGITAL PIANO?
Before starting online piano lessons, it is crucial to choose the right instrument. Consider whether an acoustic or digital piano is more suitable for your needs.
Acoustic pianos produce a rich and authentic sound but may require more maintenance and space. On the other hand, digital pianos offer convenience and versatility and tend to be more affordable.
If you choose to purchase a digital piano, I recommend it has 88 full-sized weighted keys, excellent sound quality, and the touch closely resembles that of an acoustic piano.
Testimonials
WHAT MY STUDENTS SAY
Our daughter (8) has been studying with Mark for three years and we have been delighted by her progress and recent high merit in Grade 1.
Our son (6) also enjoys his lessons as Mark relates to children incredibly well, while also being an extremely talented and committed musician who encourages his students to progress.
Both children look forward to their lessons at Mark’s house and through his professional approach and experience he has made a major contribution to their love and understanding of music.
We highly recommend Mark.”
He teaches my 7 year old son who is making very rapid progress. He is friendly, very professional, and has a lovely manner with children. I would recommend him to anyone.”
He sets, and achieves, high standards for technique and performance (a high distinction in Grade 1 recently, for one of them, in his first experience of ABRSM exams), but piano lessons and music making are always fun, and practising between lessons is never a chore.
He has a great rapport with children (and with grandmas too!) and has been an important influence in fostering the boys’ love and understanding of music. I would recommend him without hesitation.”
