ABOUT
Hi there, I am an experienced piano teacher and freelance musician and accompanist based in Shrewsbury. I am classically trained with a professional background in a variety of styles. Players of ages 12+ and ALL abilities (including complete beginners or those who used to play but haven't in a while) are very welcome!
I teach a wide range of styles and will always finely tune and adjust each lesson to suit your interests, abilities, and the ways in which you learn best.
I'll help you to build on your musical ambitions by focussing on the music you want to play, and helping you to develop your technique, sound and interpretation to a higher degree. Grades are not required but you are able to progress through them if you wish. I currently have 100% exam pass rate with several of my students achieving distinction this year
My lessons cover:
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Physical approach and technique
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Artistry and Expression
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Musicianship
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Repertoire
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Music Theory
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Practice Strategies
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Build your confidence and hone your skills
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Grades 1-8 Exam Preparation- ABRSM, Trinity or RSL (Rockschool) syllabus
GET IN TOUCH WITH ME
TESTIMONIALS
Katie
I can honestly say that Harriet is the best music teacher I’ve ever had. Even after just my first half-hour lesson with her it was already clear that she is an extremely gifted pianist with a wonderful way of teaching. I had been out of lessons for around 7 years when I went to her so my technique definitely needed lots of work, and she managed to get me a distinction in all the exams I took: ABRSM Grade 3 & Grade 5 Piano (145/150), along with nearly full marks in Grade 5 Music Theory. She has a particularly good ear for dynamics and will definitely help take your playing to the next level. Her friendliness and encouragement make the lessons an absolute pleasure, and she creates a learning environment that both puts you at ease and pushes you to play well. Enjoyment is definitely the most important part of learning to play an instrument, so finding a teacher like Harriet made my passion for music so much stronger. If you’re looking for a piano teacher, she is 100% the one to go for!
Katherine
Harriet is an outstanding music teacher. My daughter has been having piano lessons with her for 2 years and we are impressed with her progress. She has also just recently achieved Distinction for her grade 5 Theory exam which Harriet coached her for. My daughter knew very little theory, but Harriet's patient and calm approach, as well as thorough teaching meant my daughter felt well prepared and confident in the exam. My daughter loves her piano lessons and we are so grateful to Harriet for all her hard work and dedication
Chris
After many years as a self taught songwriter I was finding that I’d plateaued. My piano accompaniment and lack of music theory knowledge was making the process of writing and playing ever more frustrating. I then sought out someone who could help me reconnect with my music, Harriet was that very person.
Harriet understood exactly where I was coming from and tailor made my lessons around the skills I needed to develop to get back on track. Her music knowledge is excellent aind her ability to apply that to my songs and style of writing has been transformative. In addition my piano playing is finally starting to get where I need it to be to help breathe some life into my songs - god knows they need it!
QUALIFICATIONS
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BA in Music (1st Class Honours)- University of Leeds
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CertHE - Leeds College of Music
MEMBERSHIPS:
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ISM Registered Private Teacher Status (Incorporated Society of Musicians)
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Enhanced DBS Clearance
Instruments and Services:
Piano
Keyboard
Singing (Contemporary, Pop, Rock, Musical Theatre)
Piano accompaniment - I have worked with many vocalists and instrumentalists as an accompanist for exams, auditions and rehearsals. Please do get in touch with me to discuss exactly what you're looking for
GCSE, A-Level Music tutoring (including composition and performance mentoring)
Grade 5 Music Theory (intensive course available)
Songwriting
Composition & Arranging
Recording services available
Genre / Style(s):
Classical
Pop
Folk
Rock/Blues
Musical Theatre
Alternative
Ability Levels:
Beginners to Advanced