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
/ 55 min
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

Your piano teacher skills
Performance Skills
Piano Repertoire
Sight Reading
Scales and Arpeggios
Ear training
Music theory
Improvisation
Types of learners for piano lessons
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Piano for adults
All Levels
Piano for advanced
Piano for intermediate
Home schooled
Piano for kids
ASD
ADHD
Piano for beginners
Learning Disabilities
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
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Acoustic Piano

15 days Refund
Free Tutor Swap

Piano concepts taught by Thom
The session explored vocal anatomy and the physical mechanisms behind different vocal registers, including chest voice, head voice, whistle register, and vocal fry. The student practiced vocal exercises and the tutor provided diagrams and explanations of vocal cord vibration and hormonal influences on voice.
Vocal Register Transitions (The 'Passaggio')
Vocal Registers Beyond Western Music
Chest Voice vs. Head Voice: The Science
The tutor and student engaged in vocal warm-ups focusing on articulation and pronunciation, utilizing a complex tongue twister. They then discussed songwriting strategies, including freewriting and finishing unfinished pieces, and explored the student's album concept which is inspired by faith and religious messaging, relating it to historical musical traditions.
Album Structure and Thematic Cohesion
The 'Show Must Go On' Philosophy in Performance
Phonetic Articulation: Mastering Difficult Sounds
Freewriting as a Songwriting Warm-up
Vocal Registers and "Cheating the Flip"
Breath Control and Vocal Phrasing
Understanding Vocal "Bad Days"
The tutor and student reviewed vocal anatomy and mechanics using the "Pink Trombone" vocal tract model and MRI footage of a singer. They practiced vocal warm-ups, explored vowel modifications, and discussed different singing styles. Future sessions will focus on applying these concepts to song work.
Vocal Styles and Artistry
Warm-ups and Vocal Practice
Vocal Development and Maturity
Vocal Tract Anatomy and Function
The Tutor and Student focused on advanced vocal techniques, analyzing a Eurovision entry ('Crossroads') to practice the 'howl' vocalization and improve timing through beat and bar counting. They also worked on vocal stamina and control around the vocal break, with plans to continue practicing these exercises.
Rhythmic Precision: Counting Bars
Eurovision Entry Analysis: The UK's 'Guilty Pleasure'
Vocal Stamina and Range: The 'Break' Point
Vocal Technique: The 'Howl'
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
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Backing Track Libraries
Piano Tuner Apps
Looping Software
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Virtual Piano Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Weekend lessons
Open Q&A
Chat for quick help
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons

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Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.
