Information About Oscar - Hampstead teacher - (44 reviews)
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Instruments Taught
Oscar offers a FREE first / introductory lesson!
Piano |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £12.50 |
| Intermediate | £12.50 |
| Casual | £12.50 |
Guitar |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £12.50 |
| Intermediate | £12.50 |
| Advanced | £12.50 |
| Expert | £12.50 |
| Casual | £12.50 |
Singing |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £12.50 |
| Intermediate | £12.50 |
| Advanced | £12.50 |
| Expert | £12.50 |
| Casual | £12.50 |
Personal Description:
"Everything should be as simple as possible and no simpler," said Einstein. That is my motto. I can show you how you can play up to 80% of popular music, with just four guitar/piano chords in our first free lesson. I only charge £12,50 as I prefer to teach online BUT the lessons are practically as good as in person.
Tutoring Experience:
I'm a singer, song writer with 30 years of experience teaching and performing and I have been teaching all ages, at various levels of competence, catering for a wide range of styles. I'm also a trained life coach with much experience assisting students with mastering performance anxiety and in staying focused on their goals.
I am familiar with various mobile apps and free programs that I can introduce you to, I also teach singing, piano and song writing, I'm familiar with Music Grading Curriculums which counts towards University UCAS points, and I have a CRB/DBS check certificate.
Tutoring Approach:
I tailor my lessons around the student's requirements, needs and learning objectives. I pride myself in making learning fun, quick, effective and engaging. I use some cutting-edge tech including various free mobile apps.
I have a university degree in Computer Science and left my job as a Systems Analyst at Ford Motor Company to pursue my musical interests. I love teaching, I love music and I regularly upload my songs to YT. Online sessions are practically as good as face to face, yet more convenient and much cheaper!
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Native Language: Spanish
Additional Languages: English (British)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Additional Languages: English (British)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Reading University (1989) - Computer Science (Bachelors) (✘ Not On File)
Oscar's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 44 |
| Total Positive Feedback: | |
| Total Other Feedback: (not shown) | 3 |
OscarFrom Basabdatta (5/5): I was looking for a music tutor for my 6 yrs LO and Oscar is a great find on First Tutors. He has great skills to teach music online. He makes lessons comfortable with his humor, takes time to learn about his student. He also suggests what kind of music or instrument will be better for us. We look forward to learn more music in the future from Oscar.
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you for your kind words, delighted to teach you and your son and see you again soon.
From Sumera (/5): Oscar has a been a great find on First Tutors. He was quick to respond to my query, took the time to understand what I was looking for and offered a free trial lesson. He has unique approach to teaching and takes the time to know his student’s learning style. His plans his lessons around that. Both my 10yr old and 4yr old look forward to his lessons, are motivated to explore things they learnt and have a great sense of achievement every time they master one key. Highly recommended!
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you so very much for your feedback and may I say that, just like it takes two to tango, your daughters make my "job" all the more easy and enjoyable. Truly. Kindest regards.
From Ankit (/5): Oscar is an amazing teacher who clearly has a lot of passion and knowledge about music. Whether it be guitar, keyboard or vocal exercises, Oscar's fun, creative and humorous approach to everything really helped me to understand and learn so much more than what I intended to seek. Being someone who gets nervous a lot, he has really made me comfortable and at ease all the while boosting my confidence and bringing me out of my hardened shell. I have had multiple sessions with Oscar, both over Skype and in person and I am very happy to be his student. Cannot wait to keep on progressing with him. :)
From Sabina (/5):
From Rabbi (/5): I had my first introduction and lesson.
Oscar was so kind and polite. Made me feel comfortable and he was very professional . I felt very positive and looking forward to carry on learning with him.
Thanks you
Oscar was so kind and polite. Made me feel comfortable and he was very professional . I felt very positive and looking forward to carry on learning with him.
Thanks you
Reply from: Oscar: Delighted to meet you Rabbi. Thank you very much for your lovely feedback and see you soon. :)))
From Pushpa (/5): I requested for Oscar’s details as he was the best tutor for my son. Oscar called me to discuss my sons lesson and I felt very confident that he was the perfect teacher. My son enjoyed the first lesson with Oscar and is looking forward to the next lesson. Oscar speaks very calmly, explains things clearly and this is what is great about Oscar.
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you very much for such a wonderful testimonial and see you Sunday. :))
From Kornelia (/5): Absolutely amazing, Maja is so confident with her singing already.
She wrote her own lyrics and so happy for every Monday to improve .
She wrote her own lyrics and so happy for every Monday to improve .
From Satish (/5): Oscar is a born musician and has a natural gift of coaching music. On my trial consultation I found him
pleasant and experienced tutor.
I’m looking forward to gaining musical skills .
pleasant and experienced tutor.
I’m looking forward to gaining musical skills .
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you Satish. :)
From Matina (/5): I have got hold of Oscar I was not able to attend the first lesson due to some transport issues
From Ferin (/5):
Reply from: Oscar: Many thanks. :)
From Jul (/5): Oscar had just one piano lesson with our daughter ,reason for having just one lesson is that her previous teacher got in touch and she preferred to carry on with the previous one 'considering they've known each other for three years'. Oscar is very pleasant and my daughter enjoyed her lesson.
From Marie (/5): Oscar my daughter thoroughly enjoyed her initial session with you and cat wait for the next one.
Reply from: Oscar: Wonderful. Thank you. Lovely to meet you both. :)
From Karolina (/5): Absolutely amazing!
Reply from: Oscar: Truly delighted to meet you and yours. :)
From Jeremy (/5): Excellent teaching for anyone with lots of experience or no experience in music to learn the guitar, singing and understand how music works. Oscar is very friendly and patient, and show you the necessary chords and scales to play most (if not all) modern pop songs.
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you very much for your feedback Jeremy. ^_^
From Carol (/5): Kind and gentle approach .
Good humor
Thorough
Patient
Flexible
Great value for money
Good humor
Thorough
Patient
Flexible
Great value for money
Reply from: Oscar: Muchas gracias Carol. ^_^
From Vida (/5): My children aged 15 & 11 thoroughly enjoy their lessons. They describe Oscar as awesome, insightful and inspiring. They look forward to their music lesson with Oscar.Thank you Oscar, I never thought I'd see my children enjoy learning to play piano and guitar not to mention the singing! Vida
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you for your wonderful feedback Vida. Made my day! ^_^
From Angelo (/5): Oscar is a really superb Spanish tutor and we can highly recommend him to anyone. He catered his style to just how we wanted it - relaxed and informal. The amount we learn each lesson is far more than we expected which is incredibly motivating. Thank you Oscar - we look forward to many more lessons!
Reply from: Oscar: Your feedback is very much appreciated. Thank you guys. ^_^
From Gifty (/5): He is very good with children I have a 5 years old who can't sit still but he managed to keep her engage and excited throughout the lessons. She can't wait for another lesson.
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you for your feedback Gifty. Your daughter is a real gem! ^_^
From Roxana (/5): Oscar is a dynamic, passionate, innovative and visionary music tutor. My son loves his sessions and concentrates when Oscar is mentoring him.
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you very much for your feedback Roxana. ^_^
From Alicia (/5): Oscar is a wonderful music teacher. He's very patient and keeps our boys interested in playing the piano and guitar. We've only had four lessons and the boys are already playing a trendy song together!
Reply from: Oscar: Delightful to meet you guys. :)
From James (/5): I have been working with Oscar for a couple of months now
during the time I have been working with Oscar I have found that my playing has improved greatly
as a partially self taught musician I already knew 'the basics' but with Oscar's tuition I have greatly improved my technique and have had comments made by professional musicians who have seen my playing improve since working with Oscar
I would recommend Oscar without hesitation to anyone looking for a Tutor in the Northolt or West London area
during the time I have been working with Oscar I have found that my playing has improved greatly
as a partially self taught musician I already knew 'the basics' but with Oscar's tuition I have greatly improved my technique and have had comments made by professional musicians who have seen my playing improve since working with Oscar
I would recommend Oscar without hesitation to anyone looking for a Tutor in the Northolt or West London area
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you very much mistah. ^_^
From Jamie (/5): Excellent teacher. Oscar makes learning fun and the hour lessons fly by. I have only been having lessons with Oscar for a few weeks and have learned a of lot in this short space of time. What ever your needs are, I am sure Oscar will make sure you are well catered for. Muchas gracias amigo!
From Ruby (/5): I won't be requiring your services, as I've made other arrangements.
Your teaching at home facilities need to be looked at, as I was not comfortable with having a one to one lesson in a room that was a bedroom.
Neither were my family.
This is not the professional set up I was expecting.
Your teaching at home facilities need to be looked at, as I was not comfortable with having a one to one lesson in a room that was a bedroom.
Neither were my family.
This is not the professional set up I was expecting.
Reply from: Oscar: I am must point out that I am utterly bewildered by your negative feedback. Specially since before you left I asked you how you would rate our first session out of 10 and you said 7 and then changed your mind and said 7.5.
I live in a one bedroom flat. There is a bedroom, a living room, a bathroom and small kitchen and it is most unfortunate that you seem to have confused my sofa for a bed and decided to give me a negative review before coming for the second of the two free lessons I offered you. I also offered you a free CDROM course valued at £45 also for free. I am not sure what else I could have done.
No one has complained about where I live in the 14 years that I have been living and teaching from home. I have been teaching for over twenty years, I have taught at schools, businesses and privately and this is the first time something like this has ever happened. Clearly nothing is so simple that it cannot be misunderstood and the greatest problem in communication is the illusion that it has been accomplished.
I am sorry that we got off to an unfortunate start and if you change your mind and would like two more free Spanish lessons then I would be very happy to oblige.
To any one reading this, please know that I extend the same courtesy to you as I did to this lady. TWO free Spanish lessons and a most awesome CDROM course also for free.
Allow me to also point out something that a wise man once said: "we are disturbed not by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens"
I live in a one bedroom flat. There is a bedroom, a living room, a bathroom and small kitchen and it is most unfortunate that you seem to have confused my sofa for a bed and decided to give me a negative review before coming for the second of the two free lessons I offered you. I also offered you a free CDROM course valued at £45 also for free. I am not sure what else I could have done.
No one has complained about where I live in the 14 years that I have been living and teaching from home. I have been teaching for over twenty years, I have taught at schools, businesses and privately and this is the first time something like this has ever happened. Clearly nothing is so simple that it cannot be misunderstood and the greatest problem in communication is the illusion that it has been accomplished.
I am sorry that we got off to an unfortunate start and if you change your mind and would like two more free Spanish lessons then I would be very happy to oblige.
To any one reading this, please know that I extend the same courtesy to you as I did to this lady. TWO free Spanish lessons and a most awesome CDROM course also for free.
Allow me to also point out something that a wise man once said: "we are disturbed not by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens"
From Jason (/5): Oscar has been excellent, he is helpful and patient and is making learning Spanish more enjoyable than I expected, I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking to learn spanish.
From Natalie (/5):
From James (/5): Only been going to Oscar for a few weeks, but have learnt a vast amount in this short time
From Elizabeth (/5): Great teacher, really good fun, child really looked forward to lessons
From Jacqui (/5): Oscar has been really patient with me and adapts his method of teaching to best suit your learning style which I have been particularly appreciative of. I feel I am building the really strong foundation I personally wanted to rather than just lots of random words. Whatever you are hoping to achieve with your Spanish lessons I am sure Oscar would ensure you achieve
From Shivashtie (/5): Michael has found a professional singing teacher who is more suited to his needs both in terms of location, convenience and background.
From Yasmine (/5): Oscar is great! My kids can't wait to his lessons each week and they are learning a lot.
Thank you Oscar.
Yasmine
Thank you Oscar.
Yasmine
From Neha (/5): I've been taking lessons with Oscar for just under two months and am extremely delighted with how they are progressing. He has clever tips and tricks to remembering things I would have previously thought out of my reach. He also has a very calm and kind manner which makes you feel very comfortable as a student. Time and money well spent!
From Leeann (/5): And inspirational teacher who Builds rapport well with students, Oscar makes learning fun and inspires the student to learn in an enjoyable way.
From Roni (/5): My son LOVES his lessons with Oscar. He looks forward to each week and is learning a lot! Its nice that Oscar is also able to help him with voice lessons too…
From Mark (/5): I am enjoying the lesson,s. Feel that in time I will have a good understanding of the language and I am looking forward to future lesson's.Thank you for your patience
Gracias Mark
Gracias Mark
Reply from: Oscar: Gracias amigo! =]
From Abdullah (/5): Oscar is an awesome teacher with a very positive attitude. He has a great ear for music and has helped me to learn many songs, all of which are songs THAT I LIKE! He will be able to help you learn songs according to your tastes and has a relaxed approach to teaching. If your looking for a guitar/singing teacher, I definitely recommend Oscar, you wont regret it.
Reply from: Oscar: Thank you Pop Star!
From Paul (/5): Oscar, Katie is enjoying her lessons with you and wants to keep improving her skills. I think your patient and positive approach works with Katie as it helps her relax and gives her confidence.
It was good to meet with you yesterday. Please note that Katie sometimes needs things to be said a couple of times before she understands it - I have said to her that I don't think you would have any problem with that. It would be good if we could agree a set time and date each week. I hope that is useful. Thank you. Paul
It was good to meet with you yesterday. Please note that Katie sometimes needs things to be said a couple of times before she understands it - I have said to her that I don't think you would have any problem with that. It would be good if we could agree a set time and date each week. I hope that is useful. Thank you. Paul
From Sherif (/5): Oscar was very quick to respond to our enquiries. He is prompt in his timings and his way of teaching is Brilliant!! He is also always willing to accomodate for any kind of special needs & takes time to listen. My little girl loves the way he makes things simple and the fact that he teaches her singing as well as playing the guitar. I would highly recommend Oscar as an excellent tutor to anyone interested in learning how to play the guitar.
From Nikhil (/5): I have made contact with Oscar. Thank you
From Natasha (/5): Oscar is an excellent tutor. I was surprised with his technical and thoroughly enjoyed my lesson.
From Joseph (/5): Hi Oscar
My son AIden had 4 lesson so **Web Address Removed**'s going good.One thing Aiden has pointed out was that he needs more finger training.As he often plays a piece mainly using his right hand and at intervals he needs use his left hand to accompany the piece and lot of the time he does make the right intervention with his left hand,because he switched on using right hand.
Regards
Joseph
My son AIden had 4 lesson so **Web Address Removed**'s going good.One thing Aiden has pointed out was that he needs more finger training.As he often plays a piece mainly using his right hand and at intervals he needs use his left hand to accompany the piece and lot of the time he does make the right intervention with his left hand,because he switched on using right hand.
Regards
Joseph
From Sophie (/5): Very polite and friendly, reliable and accomodating.