Mr R Harvey

My piano teaching and music education careers began in the mid 80’s after graduating from the Royal College of Music, London. I attained a diploma in piano teaching, and the equivalent of a diploma in piano performing as a degree specialism, along with keyboard skills and composition. I continue work in music education and also take private pupils at home. I was an assistant Director of Music in a boarding school for 15 years. 

I have taught the piano to over 250 children, specialising in the 7-13 age range and teaching many from scratch (though have private pupils up to 18 and beyond). I conservatively estimate I have given over 24,000 lessons!

I run 2 annual concerts for my pupils as well as entering for Trinity and ABRSM exams. 

I believe the study of music teaches us a particular understanding of the self, as well as providing a unique form of expression, discovery, communication and enrichment to our lives. I also believe it has far-reaching and deep educational values, regardless of whether it is continued through life.
I try to maintain a positive and lively approach – if it’s fun for me, then hopefully for your child also! I do however like my pupils to be mindful that taking on any long and meaningful journey means taking on the lows with the highs. Achievement, progress, enjoyment and fulfilment will inevitably result through study and practice.