Testimonials for Libby Barnes, piano teacher
"If I am asked to write about anyone with amazing talent, the word Libby springs to mind! She has been my piano teacher for almost four years and I have learnt a lot. I am now playing (or trying) to play Mozart and I have learnt that it is beautiful. The sense of accomplishment when you finish a piece and are able to play it well is the best reward of all. Except for maybe one hundred thousand euros, that would be about equal. Hehehehe Libby is a great teacher because she is firm but fair, which is what you need to be if you are any type of teacher. What´s nice is the fact that her classes are in the comfort of her own home which makes you relaxed and comfortable." (Saskia Piercy, Sept 2010)
"I absolutely love the fact that Saskia is enjoying her piano lessons so much. It not only gives her a great perspective on beautiful music but it also teaches her a sense of discipline - a little practise every day makes her progress and enjoy this progress. Libby is incredibly knowledgeable, patient and able to adapt her teaching style to each of her students. Some like a challenge, others may need slightly gentler coaching or a firmer hand. It is clear that she is passionate about music, whatever the style, and enjoys sharing this passion with her students. And most importantly, she makes it fun. Libby also knows how to set her students a challenge, without putting too much pressure on them. Her quaterly piano concerts at home are a joy to be part of as they are absolutly about celebrating the progress of each student.
I gave up the piano at the age of 20 when I was a student at University but I can't wait to pick it up again!" (Natalie Kramers, Sept 2010)
"Libby Barnes began teaching our daughter Isabella when she was only 5 and half years old, she was immediately captivated and a genuine love of music began to develop. Within the first two years Isabella was playing songs confidently at level grade 1 and developed a passion for performance from the confidence gained playing at Libby's wonderful Xmas and Easter concerts. Libby manages to get the balance of discipline and fun just right and her attention to detail means that her students learn the difference between playing songs and playing music. Isabella has since gone on to pass her Grade 2 ABRSM exam, an achievement which would have been much harder to reach without Libby's excellent teaching." (Nikki Roberts, Oct 2010)
Posted: 19th of March 2014