🎹 Personalised piano lessons in Cheltenham
Designed to build confidence
Skilled pianist. Creative performer. Encouraging tutor. Max helps students build independence and musicality at every level.
🎹 Personalised piano lessons in Cheltenham
Designed to build confidence
Skilled pianist. Creative performer. Encouraging tutor. Max helps students build independence and musicality at every level.
Meet Max
Max is a supportive & talented piano tutor who helps students of all ages build confidence, develop strong technique and enjoy real music. His lessons are relaxed, engaging and tailored to each student’s goals — whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your playing, theory, or musical expression.
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Toby has been teaching my 10 year old now 11 years since the beginning of the. year. He is a consummate professional with a passion and unique ability for what he does. His passion is infectious and my son always looks forward to his lessons with much excitement. I'm just amazed at how quickly he had him playing beautiful pieces. Absolutely brilliant teacher!
Daniel Kobbina
Student Review
Tobias bespoke tutoring is tailored to meet the individual needs of his students. He certainly motivated my daughter, who looked forward to his lessons and put the work inbetween. Money VERY well spent!
Marianne Le Claire
Student Review
Simply put, Tobias is a fantastic tutor. He is extremely kind and, importantly, genuinely cares about his students and their progress. His pianistic skills are mind blowing and possesses great musical knowledge and insight, so you are very much learning from the best. I would highly recommend him!
Cian Pyne
Student Review
About me
Hi, I'm Max.
I've been playing piano since the age of 9. It quickly became a passion for me, which has remained over the years. Playing piano has taken me many places, I’ve had the opportunity to play some incredible shows and work with some very talented musicians.
I studied music, production, and through learning other instruments and composition, I have gained a comprehensive knowledge of music theory and songwriting. As a teacher, I’d be best suited to a student wishing to develop not only as a piano player, but as a creative musician. I am open and flexible to different styles of learning, and can adapt my teaching style to best guide you towards your goals.
I enjoy playing classical music, jazz, soul, blues, country, rock, pop and everything in between.
What to expect?
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A relaxed, no‑pressure trial lesson
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Personalised lessons built around your goals and music taste
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Real progress you can see at home
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Focus on real songs - grades are optional
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Supportive, positive teaching style
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Quality lessons from just £20
School Lessons
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Limited time and attention
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One‑size‑fits‑all teaching
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Dated curriculum
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​Teachers are limited by requirements
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Slower progress and less motivation
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Basic equipment
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Distracting/uncomfortable rooms
Motive Lessons
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Enjoyable lessons designed for fast progress
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Personalised, 1-to-1 approach for every student
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Tutors who are real musicians and passionate educators
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High‑quality instruments and modern facilities
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Heated/air-conditioned teaching rooms
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A positive, confidence‑building environment
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A no-commitment trial lesson for just £10 to get started
School Lessons
Motive Lessons
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Limited time and attention
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One‑size‑fits‑all teaching
-
Dated curriculum
-
Teachers are limited by requirements
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Slower progress and less motivation
-
Basic equipment
-
Distracting/uncomfortable rooms
-
Enjoyable lessons designed for fast progress
-
Personalised, 1-to-1 approach for every student
-
Tutors who are real musicians and passionate educators
-
High‑quality instruments and modern facilities
-
Heated/air-conditioned teaching rooms
-
A positive, confidence‑building environment
-
A no-commitment trial lesson for just £10
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