Piano & Music Theory Tuition with Rachel Harrison
Welcome to piano and music theory lessons with Rachel Harrison
Rachel started playing the piano aged 7, joined her first choir a year later, and has been playing and singing ever since. Now a qualified piano and music theory teacher with 35 years experience, Rachel shares her joy in music with pupils of all ages.
Rachel has a BA(Hons) in music, and a DipMus from the Open University; the Certificate of Teaching from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (CTABRSM); and Associate of Music from Trinity College London (AMusTCL). She also has grade 8 piano, grade 8 singing, and grade 8 music theory. ​
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Rachel is a Fellow of the Independent Society of Musicians. The ISM, which is the UK’s professional body for musicians, champions the importance of music and provides practical support and advice.
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Rachel has worked as a peripatetic teacher in schools, and as a church musician.
In addition to being a musician and teacher, Rachel is a published author, writing science fantasy, cosy mystery, and music textbooks.
Rachel teaches piano and music theory to around 30 students per week. Lessons, which are on a one-to-one baisis, take place at her home in Maidenhead. Children may start as early as six years old, and Rachel also caters for adult learners.
With all lessons, the emphasis is on playing for enjoyment, and developing a wide range of musical skills. Exam preparation is offered, as are a variety of other opportunities, ranging from Brownie and Cub musician badges to DofE assessments.
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Rachel is a music theory specialist, and lessons are available after school throughout the year for singers and instrumentalists needing grade 5 music theory.
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Rachel welcomes enquiries from other music teachers. ​
