We asked Joanne to teach our then 3 year old son piano . He is now four and has really enjoyed Joanne's approach to teaching piano using the Wonderkeys program and now My First Piano Adventure. These programs in Joanne's capable hands have helped our child start to gain an understanding of patterns, rhythms, beats, pitch and other basics of music and maths . Joanne has a great style of teaching which encourages participation . She also uses technology to make the lessons fun and engages effectively with our child . We would recommend Joanne wholeheartedly, not least because of the extra effort she puts into her teaching in the form of piano parties and student concerts. There is a Chinese Ancient proverb, a teacher can lead you to the door, but you have to walk through it. In Jo's teaching, she will gently push you through the door, cajoling you to walk through. If that doesn't work, she will kick you through that door until you achieve it. Laughing all the time though. A great communicator Jo is an excellent tutor, her lessons are tailored to suit all ages and ability levels. Each session you will learn something new, it's not all about scales! With Jo's guidance you will be playing simple tunes in a few short weeks. She is able to utilise a wide range of media to help your learning with nothing being too much trouble. I would not hesitate to recommend Jo to others. My 11 year old daughter has had lessons with Jo for around two years now and really enjoys the sessions. Jo is exceptionally good at teaching Lois to read music correctly, but also actively encourages her to try improvisation with songs of her own choice, and even though they may be a bit beyond her abilities initially, will build up the melody and chord structures week by week which Lois loves. Jo is extremely patient and understanding and uses a variety of methods to inspire and assist with learning. I had lessons when I was younger, but they were nowhere near as fun, creative and informative as Jo’s, and they have helped re-fresh my own ‘theory’ knowledge. Having tried to teach myself to play the piano for over twenty years, I was put in touch with Jo who has been giving me lessons for the last couple of months. |
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