Daniel Swain - Piano Teacher

DANIEL SWAIN, BA (Oxon.), DipRAM, LRAM

Piano tuition from beginner to advanced level

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Q: Where do you teach?

A: At present, all my London teaching takes place at my pupils' homes, stretching from Ealing in the West, to various central and North London locations. I also offer a limited number of places to students at my home in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. Here my students have the opportunity to learn and develop their skills on a beautiful Boston (Steinway) grand piano. If you're interested in lessons in either of these locations, please drop me a line and I'll let you know my current availability and rates. >contact

Q: When will I have my lessons and how long will they last?

A: Most of my teaching takes place on weekday afternoons/evenings and occasionally on Saturdays. Most pupils (except the most advanced) have a weekly lesson which is recommended to keep a steady flow of development. These lessons usually last an hour, but a shorter lesson is recommended for younger pupils and beginners.

Q: I am interested in lessons for my children. Are they too young to learn?

A: My youngest current student is seven years old. Every child is different of course, but I would not normally offer to teach a child under the age of five!

Q: Are you a qualified music teacher and are you CRB checked?

A: I am an experienced teacher with a teaching qualification (licenciate) from the Royal Academy of Music (LRAM). I graduated with the highest honours from the Royal Academy of Music and was awarded my BA degree in Music from Oxford University. Because I am regularly in contact with children through work I do for education organisations (such as Live Music Now and the London Conservatoire Junior departments), I am also fully CRB checked (last certificate 07/2008). I can bring any of the above certificates to our first session should you require.

Q: Will I need to buy music?

A: Yes. The teaching books/repertoire are carefully considered for each individual, and in almost every case, the books will contain much more than one useful piece. It's likely that you might have to purchase one or two books a term, but think of it as gradually building up your library!

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