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Oliver
- Rate £70
- Response 2h
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Students14
Number of students Oliver has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Oliver has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

£70/hr
- Piano
- Keyboard
- Jazz Piano
Viral Jazz Educator (7.5M+ Views) | Master Improvisation & Break Free from Sheet Music (North London & Online)
- Piano
- Keyboard
- Jazz Piano
Lesson location
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At Oliver's house: London
- Online
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at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 10 km from London
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About Oliver
Hello! My name is Oliver Wolfe, and I am a professional jazz pianist, composer, and educator. I hold a First-Class Honours degree in Film Music Composition from the University of West London (London College of Music), and I have spent over six years helping students unlock their creative freedom at the keys.
My coaching style is entirely personalized. I meet you exactly where you are—whether you are a complete beginner who has never touched a key, a classical player looking to break free from sheet music, or an advanced musician aiming to master complex bebop lines. I also have extensive experience tailoring my lessons for students with a wide range of learning difficulties, ensuring a patient, highly supportive, and adaptive environment.
The Multi-Dimensional Approach
What sets my teaching apart is my diverse background. Alongside my traditional training, I bring unique insights into our lessons from my work in:
The Neuroscience of Jazz Improvisation: I break down the literal brain mechanics of how we improvise, helping you bypass performance anxiety and learn to "think" in music on the fly.
Expert Transcription & Analysis: I show you how to accurately pull your favorite solos out of audio tracks and dissect exactly why they work.
Whether you are looking to understand the deep theory behind lush jazz chords, improve your physical technique, or find your unique artistic voice, I am here to build your roadmap. Let’s work together to unlock your full potential as a pianist!
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
About the Lesson
Most traditional piano lessons force you to stare at sheet music and memorize other people's notes. But Jazz is a living language. If you feel trapped by the written page, want to sit down at any piano and confidently improvise a solo, or want to understand the exact chord voicings used by the greats, you are in the right place.
What We Will Master Together:
The Art of Improvisation: Demystifying soloing using target tones, bebop phrasing, and modal scales so you never freeze up over a chord progression.
Pro-Level Jazz Harmony: Moving past basic triads into lush 7th, 9th, and 11th chords, rootless voicings, and smooth upper extensions.
Rhythm, Swing & Comping: Developing a rock-solid internal clock and learning how to dynamically accompany other soloists or play solo jazz piano arrangements.
Playing by Ear: Training your ears to recognize common jazz chord changes on the fly so you can sit down and play along with your favorite tracks without a chord chart.
Flexible Training Options:
In-Person (North London): Premium, hands-on coaching at my studio or in the comfort of your home.
Online Lessons (Global Discounted Rate): Want elite jazz coaching without the London travel? I offer high-quality online lessons via Zoom/Skype at a reduced rate of £40/hr.
Whether you are a classically trained pianist looking to break free into creative freedom or an adult amateur wanting to play your favorite standards, book your introductory session today. Let's map out your path to true jazz fluency.
About Me
I am an active professional jazz pianist, performer, and digital content creator. Having built a global audience with over 7.5 million views, I know exactly what bottlenecks stop students from understanding jazz, and more importantly, how to break them down simply.
I don't teach dry, overwhelming music theory out of an old textbook. I teach the practical, real-world mechanics of the piano—the exact shortcuts, chord shapes, and visualization techniques that gigging musicians use on stage every night.
As a Superprof Premium instructor, I tailor every single lesson to your specific musical goals. Skip the boring technical exercises and learn the actual language of jazz from an educator trusted by millions online.
Review
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Perfect! Oliver is a wonderful teacher who really pushed me to become a more confident player. He helped me unlearn years of 'classical' teaching and flourish in jazz and improvisation. Would highly recommend for anyone struggling with these same issues!
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Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Having worked and performed with Oliver in a few projects over the last couple of years, both his resilience and ability to explain musical ideas/concepts clearly have really stood out to me.
I believe that both these qualities that Oliver has will be of great advantage to him when teaching students 1 to 1.Oli is a brilliant tutor. He's amazingly talented but good at breaking things down to be manageable. I did a few months of one-to-one tutoring at an advanced level and found it super helpful for developing my language while soloing and adding new energy to my practice. Highly recommend :)
Oliver is an excellent piano teacher, my 12 yo son loves doing lessons with him. Lessons are fun, mixing practice for the grades with jazz pieces
Oliver has been such an amazing piano teacher for my two boys and is able to cater for their very different needs and abilities. He has made learning fun and engaging and they look forward to their lessons every week! So amazed with the progress!
Oliver was super helpful with my learning! Would definitely recommend! ️
Oliver has been teaching my 6 yr old piano for the past year, and we really love his approach. The classes are really enjoyable and Oliver’s approach is tailored to keeping my son (who is quite easily distracted!) well engaged, by gamifying learning and using age-appropriate stories. Our favourite element is practicing improvisation to help with exploring musical creativity.
I felt so lucky to find Oliver as a teacher. He completely engaged with my learning process and was incredibly generous with his time, knowledge and input. I felt totally inspired by his talent as a player, which I think also really helped to propel me forward as a student and felt that I was in the presence of the 'real deal'!
Oliver is not only a superb pianist, but also a friendly and attentive educator who prioritises the individual needs of every student. In the six years I’ve known him, Oliver has always strived for excellence with a very open mind and endless enthusiasm. His approach is guided by extensive professional experience.
Oliver is a great tutor ! Super professional, reliable and encouraging. I totally recommend if you are starting the piano or you already are experienced but want to get into the next level !
Oliver Wolfe is one of the most talented people I have ever met. Having basically taught himself piano & keyboard since his mid teens, he is naturally gifted when it comes to expressing himself through music. One of his most impressive traits is his skill for playing by ear. He can pick up virtually any tune he hears and play it straight back to you in a matter of seconds.
Oliver is a patient, adaptive and dynamic tutor who strives to bring out the best in those he teaches. Instead of rushing, he liked to take things at a decidedly slower pace in order to allow his students to fully grasp the instrument they are learning.
Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics, someone who is interested in experimenting in a new genre, or perhaps just want to brush up on some existing skills, Oliver Wolfe is definitely the tutor for you!Oliver is musically talented and very creative. As far as passing this ability on to others is concerned he is a good comunicator - he is patient, reliable and totally trustworthy. He would make an excellent tutor.
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- £70
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- 5h: £350
- 10h: £700
online
- £40/h
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