Accompanying in Nijmegen
Both instrumentalists and vocalists of all levels can be accompanied on the piano. For some, this will be in preparation for a concert or recital, while for others it will be in preparation for an exam, perhaps for the conservatory. There are also plenty of music lovers who would like to play with piano accompaniment, which they would otherwise always have to miss out on: now they can finally hear the piece in its entirety. In short, there are plenty of reasons to seek professional accompaniment.
Alfred Snel studied at the Royal Conservatoire in The Hague. His main subjects were piano and orchestral conducting. His piano teachers were Léon Orthel, Jan de Man and the French pianist Janine Dacosta. After completing his studies, he devoted himself to accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists. He began teaching while still a student, and it soon became clear that this was his true calling. He has now been teaching for more than 25 years, and every day he manages to convey his enthusiasm for music to his students with enormous freshness.
He is registered in the Toonkunstenaars Register (ITR) and a member of the European Teachers Association (EPTA)
[X]All lessons are held at St. Annastraat 436 in Nijmegen.
[X]Lessons always last at least 60 minutes. In consultation, this can be extended to an hour and a half or two hours. Lessons can be weekly, fortnightly or at other intervals. Just like the duration, the frequency and lesson times are always arranged in consultation.
[X]Lessons will never start before 9:00 AM and will not end later than 10:00 PM from Monday to Thursday. On Friday, lessons are only given from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
[X]These lessons are for beginners and advanced students.
During the introductory meeting, the student indicates their musical preferences and the purpose of playing the music. For example: to become more familiar with the music, or to prepare for a concert. In that case, it is possible that the teacher will also play at that concert together with the student. If this is the intention or is being considered, it will be discussed during the introductory meeting.
The need for guidance can also be specific: for example, in preparation for an entrance examination or examination at the conservatory. See also the information under the ‘Conservatory’ button.
[X]All lessons are individual. Unless a duo, trio or other ensemble requires piano accompaniment.
[X]First, there is an introductory meeting. The student plays an excerpt from a piece of their choice. Next, we discuss the purpose of the lessons: is it to get acquainted with the accompaniment, to get to know the piece of music better, or is it, for example, to prepare for a concert or an exam at the conservatory? During the introductory meeting, we also discuss whether the music and any time planning are in balance with each other.
The teacher may also accompany the student at the concert or examination. If this is being considered, it will also be discussed during the introductory meeting.
The lesson covers analysis of the piece of music, phrasing, articulation and purity. But ensemble playing is also given attention.
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