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What are the most important things I should look for in a pianist when looking for piano lessons from one?
SolidStateLogic asked:
I want to start piano lessons as soon as I find the right tutor but I am having trouble deciding which one to go with. Some have nice competitive rates like £14/hr whilst others have rates like £20/hr to £35/hr. I am a beginner and a student trying to invest in my talent and ambition wisely. I dont want to make a silly mistake and regret it later on down the line.
I want to start piano lessons as soon as I find the right tutor but I am having trouble deciding which one to go with. Some have nice competitive rates like £14/hr whilst others have rates like £20/hr to £35/hr. I am a beginner and a student trying to invest in my talent and ambition wisely. I dont want to make a silly mistake and regret it later on down the line.
I am a music producer and this is why I want to take up a few instruments. This wont be for a hobbie but something I see myself doing in the future like a job. It's just really confusing when I see one pianist playing faster and more complicated pieces of music than another I automatically think it would be better to go with that pianist not realising the styles of music could be totally different. I don't know what makes a good pianist.
I am not sure what qualifications I should look for in them. I want to learn how to read music and play the piano fluently so I can implement it all into the music I currently produce.
Music Reading Lessons
November 1st, 2009 - 23:08
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First find a student or young teacher with low rates to get the basics down – fingerings and scales. Then find yourself a teacher who is also an active player. You need someone that will share the good voicings with you, who plays the type of music you produce. Forget the fancy stuff – look for someone who is actually playing gigs and has been for many years.
November 4th, 2009 - 12:42
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Make sure that you find a piano teacher that has experience teaching adults. The method used to teach children and adults is totally different, so a phenomenal teacher that teaches only children will not be so good for you.
November 7th, 2009 - 18:51
Music Reading
I feel that from the very start you should try to maintain the same teacher as only with time will the teacher know your weaknesses and bad habits while playing the piano and will also know what are your strong points and what is your style.
You should get yourself a teacher that is definitely very experienced in music. Of course, the teacher must be able to play musically and must know how to sight read well. He must also be able to correct your mistakes accurately and give very constructive criticism and be able to explain to you in deep detail but with you being able to understand.