BOOK A PIANO OR THEORY LESSON
NO LOCK-IN. FLEXIBILITY WHEN NEEDED.
$50 per 30 Minute Lesson.
First-time student? First lesson is $25!
OR FOR THE BEST VALUE:
$400 for TEN 30 Minute Lessons*
(Equivalent to $40 per 30 Minute Lesson)
*THIS IS A 10-LESSON LOCK-IN BUNDLE.
Lessons available online or at my teaching studio in Weetangera (A.C.T.)
(I DO NOT TRAVEL TO STUDENTS HOMES - SORRY!)
Any age - Any experience level - All are welcome!
I AM FRIENDLY, PATIENT AND ENCOURAGING. STRESS AND PRESSURE IS NOT MY STYLE.
Experience in genres: Blues - Funk - Jazz - Pop - Soul - Rock - Latin - Bossa Nova - Reggae - Folk - Indie - Country - Ragtime - Cuban
Experience on instruments: Piano - Hammond Organ - Clavinet - Electric Piano - Synthesizers - Any digital keyboard - Also some experience on: Guitar, Bass, Drums
Techniques I can cover: Coordination - Rhythm - Sustain Pedal - Scales - Chords - Arpeggios - Improvisation - Music Theory - Jamming - Reading Music - Composing - Transposing - Transcribing - Ear training - Song writing
Knowledge I offer: Band Skills - Understanding Equipment: Cables, Speakers, Mixers, P.A, Microphones, Stands - How to use a Metronome - A deep understanding of Music Theory (Jazz & Contemporary)
A word of honesty: I am not a classical musician. I don’t play much classical music, and my playing style is based mostly on a deep understanding of harmony and playing techniques. I am decent at reading music, but it’s not what I do for fun. Classical Music is too rigid for my liking, and I prefer styles where there is some degree of flexibility. This comes through in my teaching as well. If you’re looking to learn classical music, I’m likely not the best teacher for you. If you’re looking to be able to sit at the piano and learn to play your favourite tunes, interpret them and play them with varying degrees of freedom and interpretation, I’m your guy!
If any of this sounds good to you, get in touch. You can email me at lessons@haydenkinsman.com or get in touch via my contact page or contact me on social media.
I am happy to provide my mobile phone number to registered students as well.
Check my calendar below to see my availability.
Watch the video below to see my online and in-person teaching setup!
TESTIMONIALS
“Hayden is an exceptionally capable, creative and empathetic teacher. He works hard to understand his students’ interests and goals, creating an environment of trust where you feel safe to make mistakes or admit you don’t know something. His bespoke resources alone justify the (very reasonable!) cost of his lessons. I have only been a student of Hayden’s for a year and feel my playing ability and knowledge of music theory has increased exponentially. I would not hesitate to recommend Hayden as a piano teacher to anyone!”
“I’m in an originals band with Hayden and have performed locally in Canberra and interstate with him - from intimate small venue shows to packed out festivals. Hayden is a very kind person, and his advanced music (and industry) knowledge and technical ability shows the degree of professionalism he puts into his work. I’d highly recommend anyone take lessons with Hayden to advance their music path!!”
“I would recommend Hayden as a music teacher extraordinaire! He is encouraging and empathetic to an individual’s needs. Don’t go anywhere else!!!!”
“One of the most talented, original and interesting musicians I have ever played with! And such a caring soul that is so kind and open. He is a natural teacher and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending his services!”
ONLINE TEACHING FORMAT
Not sure what to expect with online lessons? Take a look at the video below. This video was taken late one night during an improvisation practice session which I live-streamed to my friends on Facebook.
My online teaching setup is very similar to this - You’ll have the overhead view of my piano, plus the digital MIDI-based visuals to help you see all of the notes I’m playing when I need to demonstrate something. I also dedicate a portion of the screen to sharing my own screen, so that I can bring up music, reference sheets, or anything relevant to the lesson. Finally, you’ll get a clear webcam view of my face, so that it doesn’t feel un-personal.
You don’t need a particularly fancy setup for online lessons. I don’t need to see your hands, though it’s often great to see them if possible. Right now my online students mostly just turn the camera on to their face, and that’s enough to get through comfortably and keeps it all feeling personal and friendly. As long as the audio is clear, and there’s no audio feedback (Sound from your speakers going into your mic) then we’re good!