experienced piano, singing
& music teacher

I teach adults either in person in my studio or online. I offer piano, singing, composition and other music lessons. My focus as a teacher is to generate genuine fluency in the language of music. As a pianist, singer and composer myself, I naturally teach others in those disciplines, but I'm happy to teach musicianship skills to all kinds of musicians.

I don't offer trial lessons, but a short initial chat or email exchange before the first lesson is recommended. If you would like to discuss learning with me, please get in touch.

Music is a language — a way of expressing, feeling, and communicating

My teaching  grows from this truth. Whether you are beginning your musical journey, returning after a long break, or working at a professional level, I can help you release your fears to develop a genuinely natural, confident relationship with music.

My approach is non‑denominational, genre‑wise. The underlying principles of musical fluency — clarity of inner awareness of rhythmic and tonal elements and expressive intention — apply equally to classical, jazz, pop, and all styles of improvised music. Whatever genre(s) a student aims to play or sing, the goal is always the same: to understand how music works from the inside out, so that making music is a fluent, expressive, and enjoyable experience.

My materials for fluent piano skills are available at PlayPianoFluently.com

Zen-like focus on a simple model whilst letting go of external results

The central part of my teaching is a simple, elegant model of rhythm and tonality. It cuts through the dense complexity that often surrounds technique and theory, giving students a clear framework they can rely on in any musical context. This model helps people focus on what truly matters in the moment, making music feel more intuitive, grounded, and meaningful. The expression of inner feeling requires a kind of courage to be almost childlike and a willingness to let go of external results, which simply appear naturally if your focus is solid and you let go to find expressive freedom.

One model for different musical purposes

People come to me with many different backgrounds and motivations. Some want a gentle, unpressured way to develop their skills. Others are drawn more to the reflective, meditative qualities of sound. And many are experienced musicians seeking powerful fluent musicianship skills and a greater expressive freedom through challenging long‑standing blockages. Although these needs are different, the underlying principles are the same: simplicity, clarity, attention, and a direct connection to musical meaning.

Over time, students develop a grounded sense of rhythm and tonality, which fosters a relaxed technique without needing to work on technique so much, and a deeper understanding of musical structure without needing to resort to theory. They begin to express music with greater confidence, freedom, and expressive intention, whatever their level, background, or preferred style of learning.