01235-412592 (home), 07587305715 (mobile)
COSTAS NIKOLAKIS
Making Every Lesson Count
I’m an experienced and knowledgeable Piano Tutor based in Abingdon UK. Since 2016, I’ve been sharing my skills and experience with students of all ages and abilities. I am a teaching partner of Piano Key Studio in Abingdon, and a highly qualified piano teacher and performer. I welcome beginners of all ages, tayloring my lessons according to each student's needs. I can offer piano tuition in my studio, or at your house. To find out more, please get in touch.
CONTACT ME
Get in touch to book a no-obligation trial class to find out more about learning with me.
67 Norris Close, Abingdon OX142RN, United Kingdom
01235-412592 (home), 07587305715 (mobile)
ALL ABOUT COSTAS
Costas started informal lessons with his mother when he was 4 years old.He continued his studies with Nicholas Bloomfield (LRAM), Anthony Williams (FRAM) and Natasa Sarcevic (RCM). He has participated in numerous piano festivals and competitions in the UK, and has won awards. He has won a first prize for piano at the Oxford Music Festival in 2017 and a first prize in piano performance at the Abingdon Music Festival in 2019. He has participated in masterclasses at Chetham's International Piano Summer School with Joseph Banowetz and Helen Krizos in August 2019. Constantin has been extensively contributing and volunteering for fundraising events in Oxford. He has performed for charity events in the “Jacqueline Du Pré” Hall in St. Hilda’s College Oxford, he also made his own charity event, raising for Mind. Recently he has won the Mona Blackman Competition in LCM. He has recieved his BMus(Honors) in Music Performance, and graduated with first class Honours. He is an EPTA member and an advocate of Alexander Technique.
Here are his thoughts on teaching and sharing music:
I love what I do and it makes me so happy to be able to share my passion with others. Since starting as a professional Piano Tutor in 2016, I’ve been privileged to see so many students discover their natural skills and abilities and reach results they never dreamed were possible. If that sounds like something you’d like to explore, get in touch.
COURSES
My teaching style focuses on skills training, but also emphasizes self-exploration and discovering a passion for something new. Take a look at the selection of lessons and courses I provide and choose the right one for you.
THEORY LESSONS
Guaranteed Success
No matter your level of skill or experience, you’ll gain a lot from taking my Theory lessons. Each class includes practical and theoretical instruction in order to put your new knowledge into practice. I can also offer lessons in music theory as a separate course to any instrumentalist and singer.
MY PHILOSOPHY
Customized to Fit Your Needs and personalised attention
My Teaching Philosophy
ON TEACHING MUSIC (Μy Philosophy)
Constantin Nikolakis Mouchas
My music journey started under my mother’s grand piano. I was fascinated and mesmerized by the glorious sounds while she was practicing or teaching! My curiosity after each piano lesson led me to try by ear various pieces on my tiny two octave little toy piano in my room. I was just about four years old. Twenty years later, with a BMus (Honors) in piano performance, I find myself trying to pass my knowledge and love of music to my students. I believe that teachers become great through care, planning, hard work, skill, imagination and through the continuing desire for personal improvement. My aim is to empower and motivate my students by planning engaging lessons that keep my students interested in music, eager to learn and building up their confidence. My mission is to convey enthusiasm for music, instill sound technical habits, develop reading and listening skills as well as memory and improvising skills, and build up good practice habits. I like exploring a variety of musical styles, including duets and if possible other ensemble playing. I organize student concerts at least once a year and my students are encouraged to participate in local music festivals. Each student is different; therefore, my approach varies according to their character and abilities. Exams are optional and require a joint decision between the student, the parents, and the teacher. Students need to feel that they are in a safe and friendly environment when they enter my studio. I always welcome them with a smile, building up a good relationship based on trust and mutual respect. I aim to be inclusive, welcoming students of any background, age, and ability. My studio is safe, spacious, and well equipped. I have a DBS certificate. A contract, including all my terms and conditions is provided and needs to be signed by the student/parent. Termly reports are sent to all students aiming to positively motivate the student and encourage improvement.
PIANO LESSONS
Customized to Fit Your Needs and personalised attention
Beginners fundamental class.
Taylor made class for adults.
Group classes for young children.
Scales and sightreading woorkshops.
Piano technique clinic.
PRICES
Different options according to your needs
If you want to learn more about this unique Beginner Fundamentals Class, schedule a meeting today. I charge £25 for 30', £30 for a 45' lesson, and £40 for 60'. Travel expenses if applicable are £10 pounds extra.
Grieg: Norwegian Dance No 2
Fundraising Concert in Aid Of MIND
