Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Teacher in East Sussex
With over three decades of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to nurturing musical talent across all age groups. As a seasoned performer who has collaborated with world-renowned orchestras and artists, I bring unparalleled expertise to every lesson. My teaching philosophy prioritises individualised instruction, whether students aspire to professional performance or personal enrichment.Based in East Sussex, I offer both in-person and online tuition, utilising a purpose-built studio equipped with specialist resources. My track record of preparing students for advanced examinations and fostering local musical communities underscores my commitment to excellence in music education.
Services
Violin Lessons
Piano Lessons
Music Theory
Composition Tuition
Exam Preparation
Online Music Instruction
Orchestra Conducting
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of professional performance and teaching experience
- Personalised lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles
- Proven success preparing students for grade 8 examinations
- Combines world-class orchestral expertise with accessible teaching
- Offers both in-person and high-fidelity online lesson options
Associations and certifications
- Royal College of Music ARCM Diploma
What people say
Outstanding teacher
Fantastic musician
Methodical teaching
Great communicator
Inspirational mentor
Services
Violin Lessons
Comprehensive violin instruction for all levels, from basic technique to advanced performance skills. Focuses on posture, bowing control, and musical interpretation. Ideal for students preparing for examinations or developing performance capabilities.
Piano Lessons
Structured piano tuition covering classical technique, sight-reading, and performance skills. Tailored to individual goals, whether recreational playing or professional development, with emphasis on hand coordination and musical expression.
Exam Preparation
Specialist training for ABRSM graded examinations up to diploma level. Includes repertoire development, sight-reading practice, and aural skills training to ensure comprehensive preparation for successful assessments.
Online Tuition
High-fidelity online music lessons using Zoom with optimised audio settings. Maintains technical accuracy and musical nuance through dedicated sound configuration for effective distance learning experiences.
Music Theory
Integrated music theory instruction covering notation, harmony, and composition principles. Enhances practical playing skills through deeper understanding of musical structures and compositional techniques.
People
Peter Fields
Principal Music Tutor
Professional musician and teacher with 30+ years' experience. Former orchestral performer with LSO, RPO, and Philharmonia. Specialises in violin and piano tuition for all ages and ability levels.
Questions
What instruments do you teach?
I specialise in violin and piano tuition for all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced performers preparing for professional examinations.
Do you offer online lessons?
Yes, I provide high-quality online lessons via Zoom with optimised audio settings to ensure effective remote music instruction.
What age groups do you teach?
I teach students aged 2 to 80, adapting my approach to suit different developmental stages and learning requirements.
How do you prepare students for exams?
I use structured methodology combined with performance practice to prepare students for graded examinations up to diploma level.
What makes your teaching approach unique?
My professional orchestral experience informs practical teaching techniques that combine technical mastery with musical interpretation.
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