Chantal AILSBY - Teacher Profile

About Me

I teach both children and adults. Play for fun or take the grades (Trinity, ABRSM or LCM - whichever suits your needs best). Lessons generally include learning set pieces, theory and some aural work. Friendly and flexible lessons tailored to you. First trial lesson is free. Tel: 07887242776 or email from chantalclifford.co.uk

Qualifications

DipLCM, ATCL, Diploma in Instrumental Music Teaching, Masters in Sonic Arts

Contact Chantal

Contact Details

Belfast, County Antrim

Website: www.chantalclifford.co.uk

E-mail: Contact

Fees

£13.00 per half hour

Looking for a Piano Teacher?

How to identify a good teacher

Good teachers can often be identified at local Music Festivals and other public events, or at pupils' concerts (see the EPTA UK magazine for piano teachers Piano Professional for details).

What to look for:

Qualifications. A recognised diploma (performers' or teachers') or a degree in which piano playing, or piano pedagogy features as a major component.
Experience and professional outlook. There should be evidence of performing as well as teaching experience, and of the teacher wishing to continue his/her own musical education, eg: attending masterclasses and/or courses.
Teachers should be able to convey their enthusiasm for music, impart artistic sensibilities, instill sound technical habits, develop reading and listening skills, develop memory and improvising skills, build up good practice habits, introduce a variety of musical styles, include duet and other ensemble playing, hold concerts periodically for pupils to play in, report regularly to parents on pupils' progress, assist with the preparation of candidates for school and other public examinations, offer advice for pupils wishing to take up a musical career.
They should prepare a written contract specifying the number of lessons per term and their length, fees and how they should be paid, period of notice required for termination of contract, procedure in the event of absence or illness of either party, any special terms and conditions they may wish to apply - eg: special practice requirements, and arrangements for the purchase of music and any other equipment needed.