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Elliot Galvin - Jazz Piano Lessons in SE/ Central London

Elliot Galvin Gold Member

Greenwich (SE10) View on map
Last Logged In: 03 Mar 2012
Sex: Male
Web site: soundcloud.com/elliot-galvin
Can Travel To: E EC ME N SW W WC

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Jazz Piano £25.00/hr
Classical Theory/ Composition £25.00/hr

Jazz Theory/ Composition £25.00/hr
Piano £25.00/hr

Personal Message: I am an experienced pianist and composer with a passion for teaching and sharing my knowledge with students of all ages and abilities.
Which subject(s) do you teach?: Piano
Jazz Piano
Composition
Tell me about your qualifications.: Degree BMus(Hons) - Trinity College of Music
What kind of experience do you have?: I have experience teaching a variety of ages and abilities. I am an active member of the UK jazz scene, performing at Ronnie Scott's and the Vortex amongst others and I have had compositions played by some of the country's finest musicians, such as the solstice string quartet and the Chaos Orchestra.
How much do you charge?: £25 per hour
Where do you teach?: I am willing to travel to students, as well as teach at home.
When are you available?: Please get in touch and we can arrange a time that would suit us both.
Which ages and levels do you teach?: I teach a variety of ages and abilities.
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?: I am happy to enter students into graded examinations if desired. All jazz grades and classical piano grades 1-5.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?: No
Do you belong to any professional organisations?: No
Where and with whom did you train?: I have been taught by:

Jazz Piano: John Taylor, Gwilym Simcock and Liam Noble

Composition: Robert Saxton, Stephen Montague, Errollyn Wallen and Issie Barratt.
Do you have a personal message for students?: For me teaching is about not only sharing information but nurturing a life long love of music. I believe in personalizing lessons so as to bring on each student individually, helping them shine and letting them be the best they can be. Retention of information is proven to be far better when it is provided in an enjoyable environment.

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