Piano, Theory and Composition

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Phelps Music Student Showcase Concert


Based in Tonteg, Pontypridd, Dan offers enthusiastic and fun music lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities (named Best Piano Lessons in Pontypridd by 'Distinguished Teaching').

Often praised for his patient, friendly and encouraging approach to teaching, Dan specialises in Piano, Music Theory (up to Grade 5) and Composition and delivers over 1,000 individual music lessons per year.  Workshops and masterclasses are also provided. You can either learn for fun or work towards music exams. Dan has a full and up to date DBS certificate and Public Liability Insurance.  To see the Phelps Music Equality and Diversity Policy please click here.

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Piano Lessons

Dan provides beginner, intermediate and advanced private piano lessons in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Tuition up to Grade 8 in Piano. Price: £34.00 per hour, £17.00 per 30 minutes .  Please use the contact form or call 07974 635502 for more information or to make an enquiry.


Music Theory Lessons

Private music theory lessons are available for anyone looking to develop their technical knowledge of music and/or to support music examinations. 

Tuition in music theory up to Grade 5. Price: £34.00 per hour, £17.00 per 30 minutes .  Please use the contact form or call 07974 635502 for more information or to make an enquiry.


Composition Support

Composition tuition is available to give advice and support  to GCSE and A level music students studying in South Wales.

Tuition in  composition: Any genre and level. Price: £34.00 per hour, £17.00 per 30 minutes. Please use the contact form or call 07974 635502 for more information or to make an enquiry.


Discounts/Offers

5% discount when you pay for a block of 10 lessons

Introduce a friend and receive a free 30 minute lesson.

See below for testimonials from other students.

I started learning piano with Dan as an adult beginner in 2021, a little apprehensive of what to expect of myself and the lessons but on meeting Dan for the 1st time, I instantly felt comfortable and I appreciated being given the opportunity to provide input into how & what I would like to learn. Since then, every lesson has been enjoyable and motivating. He is always patient, always encouraging and the lessons always feel relaxed, that said, he is clear and instructive in his tuition also.
Would gladly recommend him.
— Lesley Wakefield
From the very first session Dan put my daughter at ease. Dan ensured that she developed the knowledge but more importantly the confidence to tackle her GCSE listening exam. Dan listened to her and what she felt she needed to cover too. Dan provided extra resources to support her in between sessions. Thanks to him she achieved an A*. We would highly recommend Dan.
— Mrs Morris
As an older student I find Dan extremely patient and always willing to try something different to keep up the enthusiasm – it’s easy to become disheartened when you aren’t progressing as well as you would like. Very professional attitude to teaching.
— Rosy Hopkins.
I have been having regular online piano lessons with Dan for several months. Starting as a complete beginner, I have been making steady progress under Dan’s guidance. I have found Dan to be professional, punctual, enthusiastic and, most importantly, an excellent teacher. I highly recommend his online piano lessons.
— Mark Leyshon