I am a flexible tutor with two years experience teaching piano to children, teenagers and adults alike. I am available for one-on-one lessons and group lessons. I pride myself in developing an understanding of individual needs and goals for the piano and designing lessons that cater to these. With over twelve years experience learning and playing the piano across a variety of genres and styles, from classical to jazz to swing to contemporary, I will be able to cater to beginners and experienced players alike! My lessons will help you get started on the piano, learn piano theory, piano scales and piano modes. You will learn to improve your counting skills, learn popular songs, develop your improvisational skills and much more! I have a valid working with children's check and am able to conduct lessons via Zoom or at the student's location.

ABOUT ME I have a passion for music and am approachable, enthusiastic, motivated, creative, friendly, patient, reliable, personable, dedicated, punctual, have excellent communication skills, and show professionalism and structure in lesson planning while still being flexible of the students’ goals. I am passionate about helping my students realise their fullest potential. I am a natural communicator and can give clear explanations and instructions. I am also a good problem solver, and I work well both independently and in teams. TEACHING EXPERIENCE I have ten years’ experience of teaching up to 50 students per week. I have enjoyed teaching students of varying ages, abilities, and personality types, and have taught for leisure as well as prepared students for AMEB examinations, concerts, eisteddfods, and HSC examinations. Through my teaching experience I have gained the ability to relate well to young and adult students, parents, and other staff members. Piano Teacher at Steps 2 Stardom Performing Arts Academy (2002 – 2005). Piano Teacher (self-employed from home, and mobile) (2000 – Present). SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, ATTRIBUTES: Over 20 years’ experience in piano. Calm demeanour and able to work under pressure, obtained through preparing piano students for examinations and concerts. Attention to detail, obtained through my tertiary and piano studies. Team player, effective communication, and assertiveness, achieved through teaching up to 50 students per week and providing regular feedback to students and their parents. Ability to remain trustworthy, tactful, and diplomatic, keeping all students’ information and progress confidential. Non-judgmental, patient, and accepting of each student’s personality type and potential. Ability to help each student realise their fullest potential. Well organised – able to provide unique lesson plans for each student tailored to their needs; able to keep accurate, clear records on each student’s progress, and able to produce regular reports for parents of piano students if required. Ability to engage with and teach students of a variety of ages, levels, capabilities, and personality types. Ability to keep students motivated. Reliable. Professional yet approachable - able to provide tuition in a nurturing environment where all students are comfortable asking questions or raising concerns. Willing to learn and undertake training to adhere to any preferred style of teaching. Able to work independently. Passionate about teaching and enjoy working with both adults and children. EDUCATION 1999 - Associate Diploma of Music Performance – Australian Music Examinations Board. 1999 – 2001 - Bachelor of Music Studies – Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney, (studied under concert pianist Nikolai Evrov, and concert pianist and 2000 Classical Aria Award Winner Gerard Willems). 2000 – Music Teacher’s Association of NSW Accreditation Certificate (accredited to teach piano, theory, and musicianship). 2001 – Accepted into a postgraduate music therapy course – University of Technology. OTHER MUSIC EXPERIENCE 1993 – 1998 – Took piano tutoring with concert pianist Marilyn Meier 1998 – Took piano tutoring with Maria Cartwright 1994 – 1995 – Took voice lessons – Chevalier College 1994 – 1996 – Choir member – Chevalier College 1995 - 1996 – Pianist – Chevalier College Orchestra 1996 – Took 3 Unit Music in Year 11 1998 - Pianist – Australian National Youth Orchestra (performed at numerous locations including the Parramatta Riverside Theatre, Sydney Town Hall, Great Hall at Sydney University, and the Sydney Cricket Ground) 1990 – 2005 – Performed as soloist at many concerts, participated in the Macarthur and Wollongong Eisteddfods and won many prizes, and accompanied for auditions and exams 2002 – Took voice lessons – Joan Shute 2004 – 2005 – Took piano lessons with Phillida Green 2012 – Choir member – St Mary’s Singers (choir of St Mary’s Cathedral) 2020 – Present – Choir member – St Stephen’s Uniting Church

Discover the joy of music through personalised piano and composition lessons with an award-winning pianist, composer and music educator. I hold a Piano Diploma with Distinction and Second Prize, a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, and two Master’s degrees in Music Composition from Royal Holloway, University of London, and Film Music Composition from Ionian University. With over 12 years of teaching experience and an active career as a composer and pianist, I combine academic knowledge with practical musical experience. Piano lessons: Develop your technique, sight-reading, interpretation, musical expression and understanding of repertoire, with lessons tailored to your level and goals. Composition lessons: Explore melody, harmony, counterpoint, musical structure, orchestration and creative techniques. For those interested in film music, we can also explore film scoring, musical storytelling and composing for visual media. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced pianist or an aspiring composer, I will help you build your skills, confidence and individual musical voice in a supportive and creative environment. My album Entre Ruidos (Between Noises) received a Gold Award at the World Classical Music Awards, and my compositions have received international competition awards. Lessons are available online in English or Greek, for children, teenagers and adults.

Concert pianist and former Deputy teacher at the Royal Conservatoire in the Hague teaches advanced students in Ixelles and online, helping prepare for auditions and competitions and most importantly developing a deep love for music and a healhty relationship with the piano !

Piano Lessons in Bebek, Istanbul – Children & Adults With 15 years of teaching experience, I offer individual piano lessons for children from age 3, as well as teenagers and adults, at Poco Piano, a boutique music studio located in Bebek, Istanbul. Lessons are individually planned according to each student's age, level, learning pace and musical goals. My approach combines classical piano training with music theory, sight-reading, ear training and musicianship, creating a strong musical foundation rather than focusing only on learning individual pieces. For young beginners (ages 3–6), lessons are adapted to the child's attention span and developmental stage. The first goal is to build a positive relationship with the instrument and teacher while gradually introducing rhythm, pitch, keyboard orientation and basic musical concepts. For school-age students, teenagers and adults, lessons may include classical repertoire, technique, sight-reading, music theory and preparation for internationally recognised music examinations. ABRSM & LCME Exam Preparation I provide preparation for ABRSM and London College of Music (LCME) practical and theory examinations. Lessons can include repertoire preparation, technical work, sight-reading, aural skills and music theory according to the student's level and examination requirements. Conservatory & Music Theory Support Academic support is also available for students who need help with solfège, music theory, harmony or conservatory-related coursework. Practical Information All prices listed for lessons at Poco Piano include VAT (Value Added Tax), and lessons take place at our studio in Bebek, Istanbul. Home/private lessons can also be arranged upon request. These lessons are scheduled and priced separately depending on location and availability. Poco Piano offers: • Piano lessons from age 3 for children, teenagers and adults • Classical guitar lessons from age 8 • Beginner ukulele lessons from age 5 • ABRSM & LCME practical and theory exam preparation • Music theory, solfège and harmony support • Conservatory preparation and academic music support • Lessons in Turkish or entirely in English • Online music theory and exam-preparation lessons • An annual studio concert, giving students the opportunity to perform in front of an audience New students may attend a short complimentary introductory session before registration. This session is designed to meet the teacher, discuss the student's goals and determine the most appropriate lesson programme and duration. Regular lessons are individually planned according to the student's age, level and musical goals.