Thom Isaacs

Learn piano from a University of Brighton graduate offering a well-rounded focus on performance and theory.

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Thom Isaacs

Masters degree

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Thom - Your piano teacher

As a seasoned Piano tutor, my name is Thom Isaacs, and I hold a Bachelor's degree in Music Performance and Production. With over a year of experience, I specialize in Piano for students of all levels, including kids, beginners, intermediate, advanced, and adults. My teaching approach focuses on various aspects such as Chord Theory, Ear Training, and Performance Skills to ensure a well-rounded musical education. I provide personalized lessons tailored to each student's learning style, making the journey enjoyable and interactive. From mastering Piano Technique to enhancing Rhythm and Timing, I cover a wide range of subjects to nurture comprehensive musicianship. Let's embark on this musical journey together and unlock your full potential on the piano keys!

Meet Thom

Thom graduated from University of Brighton

Thom graduated from University of Brighton

Your piano teacher skills

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Piano Technique

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Rhythm and Timing

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Performance Skills

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Ear training

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Pedaling Techniques

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Music theory

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Piano Repertoire

Types of learners for piano lessons

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Piano for intermediate

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Piano for kids

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All Levels

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Learning Disabilities

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Piano for advanced

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Piano for beginners

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ASD

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Anxiety or Stress Disorders

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Piano for adults

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ADHD

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Home schooled

Piano lessons at a glance

I blend performance coaching with progressive instruction, sight-reading, ear training, and theory integration in my piano lessons. Using interactive tech tools like DAWs, metronome apps, and virtual piano apps, I create a dynamic learning environment. My curriculum covers piano for kids, beginners, intermediates, advanced players, and adults. With a focus on all levels, I tailor explanations to suit each student's age and skill level. By incorporating chord & scale reference apps and looping software, I ensure a comprehensive understanding of musical concepts. Join me to elevate your piano skills and ignite a lifelong passion for music.

Different types of piano lessons

Piano

Piano

Digital Piano

Digital Piano

Upright Piano

Upright Piano

Acoustic Piano

Acoustic Piano

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Piano concepts taught by Thom

Student learned 7 days ago

The student and tutor reviewed vocal exercises, including tongue twisters and a choir song, "Old Abram Brown," to improve enunciation, pitch, and vocal transitions between registers. They also discussed the concept of a fugue and planned to delve deeper into vocal technique and potentially discuss the student's original music next session.

Musical Collaboration: The Fugue as a Performance Technique

Vocal Practice: Overcoming Challenges with Laughter and Embarrassment

Vocal Timbre: Developing a Unique Sound

Vocal Technique: Chest vs. Head Voice Transition

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Student learned 21 days ago

The student and tutor focused on vocal technique and articulation through a series of tongue twister exercises. They practiced pronunciation, consonant sounds, and vocal control, culminating in accent-based drills to prepare for confident performance. The session concluded with a plan to continue vocal practice.

Eurovision Song Contest Rules

Artist Selection and Risk-Taking

The "No Computer" Music Production Philosophy

Vocal Warm-ups and Tongue Twisters

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Student learned 21 days ago

The student and tutor focused on incorporating guitar accompaniment into a song, working through specific chord progressions and techniques. They identified and corrected chord voicings, practiced song sections, and planned for further development of the guitar parts as homework.

Rhythmic Counting and Timing

Song Structure and Arrangement

Chromatic Motion and Passing Chords

Guitar Chord Voicings and Variations

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Student learned 28 days ago

The tutor and student focused on vocal technique, practicing warm-ups and articulation exercises with tongue twisters. They then delved into the artistic development of a unique "sound," exploring what defines an artist's style and planning to analyze specific artists in future sessions.

Vocal Warm-ups and Articulation Exercises

Eurovision Hosting Rights & Contingencies

Developing an Artist's Unique Sound

Eurovision Song Contest: Entry & Selection Process

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The tutor and student focused on vocal technique, practicing phonetic exercises and tongue twisters to improve articulation and vocal transitions. They explored a new technique involving water to aid in managing the shift between vocal registers, with plans to revisit these exercises.

Vocal Recovery and Performance Resilience

Vocal Technique: The Pagio Exercise

Tongue Twisters for Articulation

Phonetic Warm-ups and Scales

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Student learned about 1 month ago

The session focused on improving vocal diction and articulation through a series of challenging tongue twisters, followed by a practical application to the song "Golden Hour." The student practiced enunciating difficult phonetic combinations and specific lyrical phrases with the goal of achieving clearer and more precise vocal delivery.

Application to Song Lyrics

Diction and Articulation Exercises

Vocal Stamina and Consistency

Vocal Warm-ups

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Approach & tools used in piano classes

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Ear Training Software

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Metronome Apps

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PDF Sheet Music Libraries

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Virtual Piano Apps

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Looping Software

Interactive piano lessons

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Pets are welcomed

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Record lessons

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Open Q&A

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Note taking

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Weekend lessons

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