Thom Isaacs
Learn piano from a University of Brighton graduate offering a well-rounded focus on performance and theory.
Piano lessons - Thom Isaacs
Masters degree
/ 30 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!
Thom graduated from University of Brighton
Meet Thom
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.
Your piano teacher skills
Scales and Arpeggios
Pedaling Techniques
Music theory
Ear training
Piano Technique
Sight Reading
Performance Skills
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Piano concept taught by Thom
Thom and Max worked on ear training, focusing on intervals and scale degrees to improve Max's melodic dictation skills. They used numerical scale degree exercises and melodic dictation tools to practice interval recognition. Thom recommended practicing scale degree exercises away from the piano to reinforce interval awareness, and they discussed revisiting Max's exam performance closer to the exam date.
Intervals
Melodier Exercise
Major Triad
Scale Degrees
Thom guided David through songwriting strategies, specifically for David's Eurovision submissions. They analyzed the structure and lyrical content of David's Luxembourg entry, "Lionheart," paying close attention to syllable count, rhythm, and thematic consistency. Thom provided feedback and introduced RhymeZone as a resource for lyric refinement, and David will continue to edit the song based on the feedback from this lesson.
Thematic Inversion in Songwriting
Rhyme Scheme & Meter Tools
Lyric Redundancy Reduction
Syllable Counting in Lyrics
Song Structure Application
Thom taught Reid about alternate guitar tunings, specifically open D tuning, and its applications in various music genres. Reid practiced a fingerpicking pattern in open D tuning, focusing on isolating thumb movements and coordinating fingerpicking techniques. Reid was encouraged to listen to Adrianne Lenker's album 'Songs' for further inspiration.
Finger-Picking Pattern (Adrianne Lenker Riff)
Open D Tuning (DADF#AD)
Open Tuning
Drop Tuning
Thom and Max reviewed performance feedback and practiced ear training using Melodol and Melodear. They analyzed Max's practice exam, identifying areas for improvement such as intervals, scales, and rhythm. Thom assigned singing exercises for the next session to help Max internalize scale degrees and improve interval recognition.
Musical Intervals
Scales and Modes
Tone Color (Timbre)
Rhythm Transcription
Thom guided a learner from Clements High School in Telfair through an analysis of song structures. They explored examples from various songs, including Eurovision entries, to identify patterns and understand how different sections contribute to a song's overall impact. The lesson focused on using A, B, and C sections to map out song form, and they analyzed the UK's 2024 Eurovision entry to understand its structural issues. The individual was encouraged to practice identifying song structures while listening to music during the week.
Dance Break as a Section
Verse
Pre-Chorus
Chorus
Bridge
Identifying Song Sections
Song Structure (A/B/C/D Sections)
Thom and an individual from Fort Wayne discussed songwriting challenges for a Eurovision entry and practiced freewriting as a technique to overcome writer's block. The individual shared a segment of an original song for feedback. Next week's lesson will focus on analyzing song structures in Eurovision songs.
Free Writing Technique
Songwriting Process (Melody First)
Overcoming Perfectionism in Creativity
Song Structure (AABA)
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for beginners
Learning Disabilities
Piano for kids
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ASD
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
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Interactive piano lessons
Open Q&A
Pets are welcomed
Record lessons
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Approach & tools used in piano classes
Virtual Piano Apps
Backing Track Libraries
Ear Training Software
Piano Tuner Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
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