How to choose a music teacher

By lmt-adminJune 1, 2023
Est. Reading: 2 minutes

1. Begin with solid telephonic and email research. Contact a couple of teachers. Do not only look for those based in your own area, the perfect teacher for you might be a couple of miles further.

Regarding tuition fees, it is expected that a better teacher will ask for a higher fee, but this is not always the case. The tutor's musical background should NOT be neglected. Developing the proper habits from the beginning is crucial as it is difficult to change them later. Even if you play for pleasure, learning the correct technique will increase your pleasure in making music.

2. When contacting the teacher, explain to him/her who you are and what you wish to achieve with music. This will create an initial conversation and give you a general feeling of the teacher. To study with someone you appreciate is one of the most important criteria.

3. If everything seems good for you at this stage, make an appointment with the first teacher you are comfortable with. During the first lesson, he or she should discuss your musical interests and wishes with you. The teacher should genuinely care for you and be ready to adapt his or her way of teaching according to your needs and personality.

4. It would be highly recommended to ask the teacher some questions about his/her taste in music. It is always better to have common points with the person with who you will share your passion.

5. If you decide to continue with this teacher, you should ensure that you learn something in every lesson and finish the session with motivation! A good teacher will be able to give you the right amount of work, during and between the lessons, in relation to your level and the time that you've got available for your studies.

If these guidelines are respected, you should find a good teacher and really enjoy your music making.

A special recommendation for those who want to learn the piano, your teacher should teach on a proper piano (upright or grand) and not on a keyboard (unless you take keyboard lessons)

The most important consideration is that you are happy to attend your lessons and feel encouraged and motivated. This will definitely help you in your musical progress. Even if you have to leave your perfect teacher for one reason or another, the enjoyment of discovering and studying music with him or her will stay with you forever. It will be the same if your experience is not enjoyable, so make the right choice...

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