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Recommendation for piano, recorder and clarinet tuition


dsaywell

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Leah started learning how to play the piano with Sue Klein ([email protected]) over two years ago. Leah was a complete beginner but Sue has very patiently helped her learn pieces set for her and practice at home between lessons. It has been great to note how Leah has progressed over time and how Sue has encouraged Leah to feel the music she is playing.


Sue has wonderfully helped Leah build up her confidence to play in front of others at concerts Sue organises locally for both children aged between 6 and 14 and adults doing diploma recorder and Grade 8 piano. The first of these concerts were just a few months after Leah began taking lessons. She was the first to play a piece that day! Moreover it is great to listen to all those students at different levels who have been taking piano, recorder and clarinet lessons with Sue.


Leah has been on a piano waiting list at her new secondary school for the last few months and we trust that Leah will continue to further progress in her playing after the excellent start Sue has given to her.


David Saywell

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