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
Chord Theory
Rhythm and Timing
Ear training
Improvisation
Music theory
Performance Skills
Scales and Arpeggios
CoTutorAI modules
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Zero Risk Guaranteed
15-days refund
Free tutor swap
No cancel fee
1-yr validity
24/7 support
Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for kids
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Piano for beginners
Home schooled
Piano for intermediate
ADHD
Piano for advanced
Piano for adults
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
Piano concepts taught by Thom
Student and Tutor reviewed a recorded singing performance, focusing on how performance anxiety manifested in the Student's posture. They discussed the broader concept of evolutionary fear responses and how they apply to stage presence. For homework, the Student will re-record the same song, actively working on an exaggeratedly open and confident posture, while continuing to refine the melody.
Performance Anxiety & Self-Soothing Behaviors
Open Posture for Confident Performance
The Expanded Stress Response (Fight
Flight
Freeze
Fawn
Flop)
Breaking Habits: The 'Corkscrew Challenge'
The Student and Tutor worked on advanced vocal techniques, specifically focusing on breath support, diction, and the concept of "recoil breathing" using consonants. They applied these techniques to the song "Oft I Sight" and discussed managing vocal transitions and glottal stops. The Student was assigned to practice the song with these new breathing strategies, and future sessions will explore transferring these skills to other songs.
The Voice as a Unique Instrument
Supporting the Lower Register
Sustaining Phrases & Strategic Breathing
Smooth Transitions & Glottal Stops
Recoil Breathing & Consonant Diction
The session focused on developing the Student's performance confidence and vocal practice techniques. The Student and Tutor discussed the importance of consistent self-recording and review to build comfort with performing. They practiced specific lines from the song 'Off to my side,' with the Student assigned to record a full performance of it as homework for the next lesson.
Song Interpretation & Customization
Rote Memorization (R.O.T.E.)
Developing Performance Confidence
EBU Membership & Public Service Broadcasting
Eurovision Expansion & Canada's Debut
The Student and Tutor reviewed the classical song "Off Thy Side," discussing the concept of ornamentation in classical singing and its historical background, including the evolution of music notation. They practiced specific vocal phrases from the song, with the Student focusing on maintaining pitch accuracy for challenging note transitions, and was assigned homework to practice these particular sections.
Classical Vocal Ornamentation
Rigidity and Interpretation in Classical Music
History of Music Notation
Folk Music: Anonymous Authorship
The Lute & Historical Instrument Materials
Composer Spotlight: Thomas Campion
Student and Tutor continued their work on music production using Logic Pro, focusing on advanced vocal editing and mixing techniques. They covered detailed pitch correction, timing adjustments, gain automation for cleaning up vocals, and strategic equalization for a balanced mix. The Student will let the Tutor know about future scheduling.
The Invisible Art of Sound Engineering
EQ for Mix Clarity: High-Pass Filtering & Frequency Slotting
Precise Vocal Volume Automation with Gain Plugin
Subtle Vocal Pitch Correction with Flex Pitch
The tutor and student worked on refining vocal performance techniques for the song "Off, Have I," focusing on dynamic range, phrasing, and breath control. They also began exploring new choral repertoire from musical theater, with plans to review sheet music for these pieces in future sessions.
Dynamic Range in Vocal Performance
Vocal Control: Airflow and Sustained Notes
Musical Phrasing and Intuitive Timing
Vocal Interpretation and Emotional Delivery
Approach & tools used in piano classes
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Piano Tuner Apps
Metronome Apps
Chord & Scale Reference Apps
Ear Training Software
Interactive piano lessons
Record lessons
Pets are welcomed
Mobile joining
Parent feedback
Note taking
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