Piano & Keyboard Lessons in Derby
If you’re just getting started, coming back after a break, or helping a child begin, this page is your map. I’ll show you how lessons work, then you can choose Children, Adults, or Online to read the details that fit you best.
Choose your path
Children’s lessons
Warm, confidence-building lessons with short activities, simple practice charts, and clear goals for parents.
Adult lessons
Patient guidance for complete beginners and returners. 30 or 60 minutes weekly; ABRSM optional; repertoire you’ll enjoy.
Online (Zoom) lessons
Simple to set up with a phone or tablet. Clear sound, easy camera angle, and resources shared on screen.
Not sure where to start?
A short trial lesson is often the easiest way to decide. I’ll advise honestly on the best route for you or your child.
How lessons work
- Format: 1-to-1 in your home across Derby & nearby areas, or online via Zoom
- Duration: 30 or 60 minutes weekly
- Approach: Traditional reading & technique + music you enjoy (classical, film, pop, jazz)
- ABRSM: available when helpful for motivation — never compulsory
Do we need a piano or keyboard?
Yes — daily practice is where progress happens. If you’re unsure what to buy, I’ll give free, impartial advice before you spend a penny (new or used).
Trusted places to browse:
Kawai digital pianos,
Yamaha keyboards,
and Derby’s Clement Pianos.
Tutor books and accessories are easy to find on Amazon.
Patient, safe and encouraging
- 40+ years’ teaching experience in Derby
- Enhanced DBS; parents welcome to sit in
- Clear weekly goals and simple practice plans that fit real life
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