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Sarah Jay

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About Sarah Jay

NOW SEEKING *NEW ADULT* 16+ STUDENTS
⭐ Over 28 years teaching experience
⭐ Tailored learning for adults and children 7+
⭐ Fees paid on the day per lesson - no block fees
⭐ Neurodiverse welcome.
⭐ Content includes sight reading, improvisation, and musical theory
⭐ Associated Board of the Royal School of Music (ABRSM) performance exam tuition
⭐ In person or online lessons

Hello! Welcome to my page.
I offer fun, informal, and tailored teaching methods in the comfort of my own home in Wickford, for adults and children aged 7+. I am currently only looking for new or continuing adult students.
25+ years of teaching has introduced me to all sorts of unique people who need individual programs of learning. I’ve taught everything from classical to modern, jazz to contemporary, so you get to choose the path you wish to take, building up your own unique music repertoire. I work with written music, not by ear, but I do introduce you to improvisation and composition in my own style.

Theory is integrated gently to complement the actual playing, so it isn't something to be scared of. I create my own worksheets and puzzles to help theory be more accessible and less daunting. See photos for examples. I can teach theory to Grade 5 which is a prerequisite for Grade 6-8 piano exams.

Learning an instrument is great for confidence and mental health and it widens an appreciation for music of all kinds. I have never come across anyone who couldn't learn, but it is hard at first and it takes regular practice or results will not materialise. That is why I only teach those who really enjoy the challenge and are willing to put the time and effort in.

I offer lessons online, via live video link, usually using WhatsApp or Zoom. For two years,
starting with the Covid lockdowns, I gave online lessons to my regular students. Ideally, this is not for beginners, as they benefit greatly from the one-to-one experience of physically having a teacher alongside them to learn the important groundwork to play with confidence and accuracy. Some things simply cannot be explained over a video call. However, theory can be taught online.

Music, theory papers, and written lesson notes are sent via email and you will need to be able to print these. Get in touch if you are considering online lessons and
we can see if they suit your needs or not.<...

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