Dylan Sluiter
Discover Engaging & Fun Piano Lessons with Conservatoire Jazz Graduate from Leeds UK
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Dylan Sluiter
Bachelors degree
/ 55 min
Dylan - Your piano teacher
I’m Dylan Sluiter, an enthusiastic piano tutor with over a year of experience offering engaging piano lessons. I specialize in chord theory, improvisation, ear training and advanced theory, creating a tailored learning journey for each individual. Whether you’re a kid wanting to learn for the first time, or an adult looking to enhance your skills, I cater to all levels from beginners to intermediates. My aim is to always create a psycologically safe environment where students make micro progressions “wins” that they can observe in the real time. My lessons cover a wide range of subjects including classical, jazz, improv, technical exercises, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. Join me for personalised learning that enhances your piano technique and musical understanding. Let’s hit the right notes together!
Dylan graduated from Leeds Conservatoire
Your piano teacher skills
Finger Placement & Hand Position
Pedaling Techniques
Improvisation
Rhythm and Timing
Music theory
Piano Technique
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1-yr validity
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Types of learners for piano lessons
Piano for kids
Piano for adults
Piano for beginners
Piano lessons at a glance
My teaching approach is entirely based around the student. If they would like to just start playing, learn basics, learn songs or go for grades and exams I will help them through that process. I use a variety of different tools to convey concepts to the student, I use PDF’s of exercises and concepts I have created, for example technical exercises or music theory. I use metronome apps to set tempos whilst we practice. I use more traditional styles also, this variance of methods caters to many different learning styles. I am extremely patient and positive with my students, it is especially the case with children, witn whom I have lots of experience teaching in person and online. My lessons cater to a wide audience of 10+ students including kids, adults, beginners and intermediate learners, helping them develop a strong foundation and grow their skills with confidence.
Different types of piano lessons
Piano
Grand Piano
Player Piano
Digital Piano
Upright Piano
Jazz Piano
Piano concepts taught by Dylan
Student and Tutor engaged in a Piano lesson. They reviewed and practiced a previously learned song, worked on new chord voicings and left-hand bass patterns for a new tune, and reinforced music theory concepts including note naming in both treble and bass clefs. The session concluded with an introduction to sight-reading exercises, and the Tutor agreed to prepare new song material for the Student's upcoming practice.
Piano Chord Voicings & Progressions
Left-Hand Bass Patterns & Hand Coordination
Treble Clef Note Identification
Bass Clef Note Identification
Foundations of Sight Reading
The Student and Tutor focused on learning and practicing advanced piano voicings. The session covered specific minor 7 9 and major chord shapes, exploring their unique sounds and arpeggiation techniques. The Tutor provided guidance on shifting these voicings into different keys and suggested methods for independent practice and theoretical exploration, with plans for future lessons.
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Advanced Piano Voicings: Minor 9 & Major Extensions
Creative Arpeggiation Techniques
Voicing Variation & Chord Extension Application
Systematic Practice for Voicing Mastery
The Student and Tutor practiced several songs, including "Itsy Bitsy Spider" and "Hot Cross Buns," focusing on rhythm and melody on the guitar. They also worked on C Major and G Major scales, experimenting with different ascending and descending patterns, and reviewed chord progressions. The session concluded with a rhythmic clapping game, and the Student was assigned homework to create four new rhythms.
Guitar Chord Fingerings & Progressions
Rhythm Recognition & Creation (Clapping Game)
Accurate Guitar String Identification (E A D G B E)
Scales: Descending and Ascending Practice
Rhythm and Melody in Song Performance
The Student and Tutor engaged in a guitar lesson, practicing existing songs and learning new ones such as "Mary Had a Little Lamb" and "Hot Cross Buns." They focused on rhythm, timing, proper guitar posture, and also worked on the C Major scale. Homework was assigned to practice "Mary Had a Little Lamb" with correct rhythms, with resources provided for assistance.
C Major Scale Fundamentals
Correct Guitar Posture
Developing Rhythm and Timing for Guitar
Playing Basic Melodies with Numbered Notation
The student and tutor worked on piano technique, focusing on specific pieces, fingerings, and rhythm. They reviewed musical theory concepts like chord progressions and scales, and practiced sight-reading exercises to prepare for upcoming music classes. The tutor recommended continued practice of these fundamental skills.
Finger Placement and Technique
Pedal Usage in Piano
Rhythm and Timing in Music
Sight-Reading Proficiency
Guitar Chord Fundamentals
Rhythm and Strumming Patterns
Musical Scales and Practice
Chord Progressions
Approach & tools used in piano classes
DAWs
PDF Sheet Music Libraries
Backing Track Libraries
Metronome Apps
Interactive piano lessons
Pets are welcomed
Chat for quick help
Mobile joining
Record lessons
Weekend lessons
Piano teachers on Wiingy are vetted for quality
Every tutor is interviewed and selected for subject expertise and teaching skill.