Robert Howard
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Piano · Drums · and more

Patient, expert music lessons in [Town] - for first notes to Grade 8 and beyond

In-person lessons for children and adults, ages 5 and up. Jazz, classical and contemporary - working towards exams, or simply for the joy of playing. In my music room, or I come to you.

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Enhanced DBS checked · child-protection certified · parents always welcome to stay.

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About

A calm, encouraging place to fall in love with music

Hello, I am Robert Howard, a multi-instrumentalist with decades of teaching behind me. I teach mainly piano and drums - jazz, classical and contemporary - up to Grade 8 and far beyond, alongside guitar, bass, singing, theory, composition and music production.

I have taught children for many years and find it some of the most rewarding work there is. Lessons are patient, friendly and tailored to you: confidence first, then skills, then the pieces you cannot wait to play. Whether you want to pass an exam or simply enjoy making music, you are very welcome here.

Lessons happen in my dedicated music room in [Town], or I can travel to you. Parents are always welcome to stay.

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What I teach

Lessons for every instrument and stage

Piano and drums are my main instruments, taught from first steps to Grade 8 and beyond in jazz, classical and contemporary styles - plus plenty more besides.

  • Piano

    From your very first notes to Grade 8 and beyond. Classical, jazz and contemporary - reading, technique and playing by ear.

  • Drums

    Groove, technique and reading for all styles. Beginners to Grade 8 and beyond, building solid time and real musicality.

  • Beginner guitar

    A friendly first instrument for chords and songs.

  • Beginner bass

    Lock in with the groove and underpin any band.

  • Singing

    Find your voice with breath, pitch and confidence.

  • Music theory

    Understand how music works, from basics to Grade 8.

  • Reading & writing music

    Read the dots and put your own ideas on the page.

  • Composition

    Turn ideas into finished pieces of your own.

  • Songwriting

    Melody and structure for complete original songs.

  • Music production

    Record and shape your music at the computer.

  • Lyric writing

    Find the words - writing lyrics that fit your melody.

For graded exams or purely for fun · ages 5 and up · beginners very welcome.

Who it is for

Whatever brings you to music, there is a place here

  • Young beginners & children

    Patient, playful lessons that build confidence from age 5. A gentle first experience of music that children look forward to.

  • Adult learners & returners

    Never too late to start, or to pick it back up. Relaxed lessons at your own pace, with no pressure and no judgement.

  • Exam candidates

    Structured preparation for ABRSM, Trinity and RSL/Rockschool - practical and theory - up to Grade 8 and beyond.

  • Just for the joy of it

    No exams, no pressure - just learning to play the music you love, for the pure pleasure of it.

Lessons take place in Robert Howard's music room in [Town], or he travels to you within about [X] miles. In person only - no online lessons.

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Questions parents and students ask

What ages do you teach?

Everyone from age 5 upwards - young children, teenagers and adults, including complete beginners and returning players.

Do you teach adults and complete beginners?

Absolutely. Many students start from scratch as adults. Lessons are relaxed and go at your pace.

Exams, or just for fun?

Whichever you prefer. Lessons can work towards graded exams (ABRSM, Trinity, RSL/Rockschool) up to Grade 8 and beyond, or simply for the enjoyment of playing.

Where do lessons take place?

In my dedicated music room in [Town], or I can travel to your home within about [X] miles. Lessons are in person only.

Do you offer online lessons?

No - I teach in person only, which works best for real progress.

What do we need at home?

Ideally something to practise on between lessons. I am happy to advise on a first keyboard, digital piano or practice pad - just ask.

How much do lessons cost?

Please get in touch by phone or message for current rates and availability - I am always happy to talk it through.

Is it safe for my child?

Yes. I am enhanced DBS checked and hold a child-protection-in-education certificate. Parents are always welcome to stay, and my certificates can be viewed on request.

Get in touch

Ready to start? Let us have a chat

The easiest first step is a quick call or message. I will answer your questions and help find a time that suits.

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Prefer to type it out? Phone 07714 202792 · email roberthowardwolf@gmail.com

Serving [Town] and nearby, within about [X] miles.

Enhanced DBS checked and child-protection certified. Certificates are available to view on request and at our first lesson, and parents are always welcome to stay.