Stephen - Music theory tutor - London
Stephen - Music theory tutor - London

One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Stephen will be happy to arrange your first Music Theory lesson.

Stephen

One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Stephen will be happy to arrange your first Music Theory lesson.

  • Rate £50
  • Response 3h
  • Students

    Number of students Stephen has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

    50+

    Number of students Stephen has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

Stephen - Music theory tutor - London
  • 4.9 (10 reviews)

£50/hr

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  • Music Theory
  • Composition
  • Songwriting
  • Classical Music

Stephen Guy Daltry - Professional Pianist and Composer , 30 years experience, teaching Piano and Theory to all levels.(ABRSM)

  • Music Theory
  • Composition
  • Songwriting
  • Classical Music

Lesson location

    • At Stephen's house: London

    • at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 5 km from London

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One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Stephen will be happy to arrange your first Music Theory lesson.

About Stephen

- What kind of experience do you have?
I have been teaching piano to both children and adults since 1993, as well as lecturing and giving workshops in music at colleges and institutions such as Rowan Arts and Cambridge University, where I have been a music tutor at the Moving Image Studio.
I am an Affiliated Member (visiting artist researcher) of the Digital Studio for Design, Representation and Communication (DIGIS), Martin Centre, University of Cambridge. -
 Do you have an up-to-date DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service, formerly CRB) Certificate?
Yes. -
Where and with whom did you train?
I trained with Dr Frank May in Pianoforte at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and also Jean Phillips at Christ Church College, Canterbury.
 Do you belong to any professional organisations?
 I am an Associate Member of the British Academy of Composers, Songwriters and Authors, and an Associate Member of PRS,  and of Equity.   I am also an Affiliated Member of DIGIS, Cambridge University. - Tell me about some of your current students.
My student Joshua has just attained a Distinction pass (70 out of 75) in his Grade 5 theory and my pupil Martina Donnolly achieved distinction passes in her piano-playing and is now preparing for Grade 6 Piano; she is one of my many students who have achieved Merit and Distinction passes in their ABRSM piano and theory exams.
I also have many pupils, adults included, who simply want to play for pleasure and improve their technique without entering exams.
 I also organise concerts for my pupils: it's important for them to have the experience of playing in front of an audience.

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About the lesson

  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Kids
  • levels :

    Beginner

    Intermediate

    Kids

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

I am a piano teacher, pianist and composer.
- Which subject(s) do you teach?
 I teach Piano (& ABRSM grades), Theory (ABRSM grades), Composition, and Songwriting. -
 Tell me about your qualifications.
 I have a 1st Class Honours degree in Music from Christ Church College, Canterbury and Grade 8 Distinction in piano-playing.
 I studied with Dr Frank May at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and then privately.
I have recently performed candle-lit piano concerts in Bedford, Reading, St Albans and many other towns.
 I have played piano for many theatre and broadcast television productions including BBC's 'The Hunt', 'The 2000 Year Old Computer', 'Diana, Secrets Behind the Crash' and feature films such as 'The Moo Man'.
I had a scholarship in Composing for Film at the National Film & Television School, 1990-1994. -
 How much do you charge?
 I charge £50 per hour and £27 per half hour when travelling to pupils' homes but  it is £45 per hour and £25 for half hour  when teaching at home- and I can give some discount on a block of lessons, which parents and pupils often book.
- Where do you teach?
 I  teach from home, (I'm 5-10mins walk from  South Acton station and 10-15mins from Chiswick Station) but I can travel to homes in Chiswick, East Sheen, Mortlake and Richmond. -
 When are you available?
 I teach every day except Sunday. I teach children 3.30 to 8.30pm weekdays generally and some Saturdays. I teach adults in the mornings, early afternoons, before 3.30pm or in the evenings.
- Which ages and levels do you teach?
I enjoy teaching all levels, particularly children and adults at beginner and intermediate levels. -
 Which qualifications do you prepare your students for? I prepare students for the ABRSM Graded Music Examinations 1-8 in Practical and Theory.
 I also have occasional concerts. I held a pupils' concert at the Richmond Adult Community Centre that was a great success.

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Rates

Rate

  • £50

Pack prices

  • 5h: £235
  • 10h: £470

Travel

  • + £5

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Find out more about Stephen

Find out more about Stephen

  • When did you first develop a passion for music and your favourite instrument?

    I was 7 years old when I fell in love with the piano, I used to listen to my grandfather play on his beautiful Bechstein grand.
  • Is there a particular type of music or artist that you listen to on a loop without it driving you crazy?

    I could listen to the piano music of Debussy, such as 'Reflets dans L'Eau' or Schumann's 'Kinderscenen' on a loop!
  • Explain to us the most difficult or riveting course you could personally give to a student of music.

    Let me take you through my writing of my film score for the Princess Diana documentary for ITV, or let us explore the harmonies and background to Schumann's 'Scenes of Childhood', his life and music, how he had to date in secret…!
  • What do you think is the most complicated instrument to master and why?

    Well the piano-accordion is complicated. I've played it for many years, but being able to play all 120 buttons, that you can't see, with your left hand with dexterity is extremely difficult! Am still trying.
  • What are your keys to success?

    Pursue your dreams and passions above all things. Flexibility and having a listening ear.
  • Name three musicians you dream of meeting in your favourite bar in the early hours of the morning.

    Marta Argerich - because of her sublimely beautiful playing; Claude Debussy - if I am allowed a dead composer! - I would just love to hear him play the piano in this bar, hear him tell his story, how music captivated him; and the late Victor Borge - because of his wonderful humour, musical intelligence and technique.
  • Provide a valuable anecdote related to music or your days at music school.

    I had a kind and encouraging music teacher at Secondary School, Mr Capstick, who would let me hide in the music room when the gymnastics teacher came looking for me. I much preferred practising Chopin than climbing up bars or trying to jump those massive horses!
  • What are the little touches that make you a Superprof in music?

    I try to find out what a student really likes. For example a current student sent me some raps on YouTube that he really liked the piano parts of, and I transcribed some of the piano parts which he is enjoying learning.
    Also, being a composer, I've occasionally written piano pieces for my pupils to learn.
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