Keep music Live!
Music is alive in the hearts and minds of the listener. This is amplified to a more personal
connection to sound when that sound is being created from an acoustic instrument.
Music should be something that is experienced in the moment. We should all have the opportunity to engage with live sound in real-time in Levenshulme!We are dedicated to deliver, interpret
and share music that is living as it is played.
Concerts
This month's concert is on:
18th January 2025
Then the month after will be on the:
7th February 2025
Then:
15th March 2025
12th April 2025
10th May 2025
7th June 2025
5th July 2025
All concerts start at 4pm and last 30/40 mins
Please book seats in advance to avoid disappointment as seats fill up quickly!
Contact us at koteche@outlook.com to confirm your seat
Donations are welcome at £3 for children and £5 for adults
The programme will be a mix of classical composers for Cello and Piano from a
diverse range of genres.What we offer and how we achieve it....
www.levenshulmepiano.co.uk
Koteche McIntosh
Hi, I am Koteche McIntosh, concert pianist, teacher, chamber musician, composer, father
and a fully qualified teacher with over 15 years of teaching experience within
various school settings. I have provided music as therapy with students that
have physical barriers to learning and provide specialised support for ASC/ASDchildren where music is used as therapy working alongside Manchester Music
Education and Therapy.I am passionate about music and the amazing journey that it takes learners on. I
deliver a diversified range of products from the ABRSM grade exams inboth practical and theory disciplines to semi-professional and composition sessions.ABRSM grades are a mainstay of being able to track progress to agreed goals and
expectations. Music education based on the repertoire are integrated into grade
focused lessonsIf required can be the exclusive main focus for learners of all ages from beginner
to advanced. This approach can support stable and highly efficient learning for
adults and younger people.Interactive streaming sessions have become a well established basis for delivery of sessions. In-person lessons are still the favoured approach. On-line lessons are given a comparative remunerative reduction that reflects the ease and accessibility that new technology provides.
Jazz and World music sessions can be provided as is support semi-professional musicians in their search for that unique sound using and developing individual compositions with the theory essential to support the transition from mind to page!
If you are more advanced learner or need support at college to get through the mandatory piano exams at college or university then I can tailor syllabuses to suit a learning curve that is required to meet targets.
Music is a great joy. Learning is fun. I hope that as you navigate through this site you
find something that fits your requirements, if not, please inbox me and we can
arrange a Zoom/Skype/WhattsApp or telephone call.Selected Adventures
“All learning is an adventure. One that never ends! Every time you find an answer a new question arises. That is the wonder of creation. Music is a human means of contributing and engaging with that story” K.McIntosh
Absolute beginners
A bespoke syllabus for every student.
Learning the piano is a journey. There are certain key weigh-points that need to be established and every individual needs to attain that knowledge in learning the piano. “Bespoke” syllabus means that that journey is guided by the student. The questions are: How do they learn? What are they really good at? What music inspires them? What barriers are there? Answering these questions require assessment and appraisal. At at every stage of the process feedback will be accurate and based on individual learning expectations. Having said all that..... the most important thing is that students have fun whilst learning and enjoy making sound!
ABRSM Grades1 -5
131 years of British tradition!
ABRSM has a wonderful historical context. Something that has resisted, in a large part, the fluctuations in exam and education expectations for the last 131 years. In essence, across the board, practical exams have offered candidates the experience of a wide range of challenges. These challenges hone skills that are transferable to academic and personal development targets which can contribute to confidence and high levels of self esteem.
Exams in themselves are not what needs to be worked for exclusively however. Education is more than just exams! What these exams offer is the experience of able to perform, prepare, engage and respond in a live event that you control and having to adapt to unforeseen challenges and implement strategies you have learned to succeed.
ABRSM Grades 6 - 8
Engaging with Music independently and learning the most beautiful challenging music.
Before being able to gain these fantastic and important qualifications Grade 5 Theory exams would have been completed. From Grade 6 we are studying comfortably at ‘A’ level standards but more importantly learners start to develop the techniques and skills that facilitate the learning of the master works. There are too many to list. But you’d have to be here to play the Moonlight Sonata or the Rachmaninov Preludes. These works are breathtaking to listen to and no words can describe the feeling of being able to play the great masters. Learners are encouraged to develop really consistent practice methods and each individual learner is again given a bespoke journey to success.
ABRSM Theory Grade 1 - 5
Theory is the grammar of music!
Theory lesson are integral to all lessons all the time. At every stage from the earliest beginner to the most advanced semi-professional student. Grammar is an often understood but not clearly describable feature of our language skill. In music education this process is often repeated when having theory lessons separated form the practical element of music. Learning with www.levenshulmepiano.co.uk means that theory is decoded and explained at every step of the journey. This cross referencing means that recall and retention can be improved. Grade 5 theory is essential for moving on to the advanced grade 6 - 8.
If you require just preparation for Grade5 theory a comprehensive assessment and targeted learning objectives will get you a pass with no issue whatsoever.
Composition
Creativity is individualism.
All students at all levels of development are encouraged to Compose. Composition and improvisation are an integral part of ALL musical styles and this is incorporated into learning journeys. Understanding genre and style and implementing learned strategies to engage with the sound world that is created from ordering musical information. Students of composition purely are charged at a different rate depending on what they are trying to learn. Semi-Professional/Professional students will be charged at a specific rate according to need and deadlines. From beginner to advanced students enjoy the freedom that composition and improvisation provides in creating real joy and facility in music.
ABRSM Jazz Grades 1 - 5
Jazz is the product of great human endeavour and reflection.
Jazz syllabus is a proactive and engaging one with ABRSM. The skills and requirements are paired with Jazz standards and the understanding of chord sequences and musical form that enable us to improvise more freely. French Classical School and Western Classical Tradition are part of that process. Scales and harmony are explored that pertain to modal systems and the chord progressions that support them. This process starts right from the beginning so if you are a ‘beginner’ and you want to start with Jazz style then that’s a great starting place!
Adult Learners
With advanced years comes advanced learning skill.
All learners are catered for with Music. No matter the instrument or discipline. Learners all start developing a better ear to being able to engage more with the music that inspires them and the freedom to choose the pace and direction of learning is a given. Adult learners have tried and tested means of learning and time management. Music can help refine and hone those skills and progression can be very rapid. In 10 weeks adult learners can make significant progress with agreed timetables for self-study.
Music College Students
When you need a helping hand
Getting though your Music Degree can be a challenge when your piano skills are a bit rusty. Aural tests can be a challenge and even the theory can be challenging. If you need a boost with your keyboard fluency then I will facilitate a quick programme of study that will make your tutors proud of your progress!
Professional Standard Accompaniment
Because music gets better with a Piano!
Getting the full picture of a piece of music is vital for any instrumentalist. Booking these sessions will be on an individual basis and requirements. ABRSM and Trinity Board exam requirements are equally supported please refer to the Terms and Conditions section for prices and time-frames.
Pre-School Music Education
Because music is the foundation for the developemnt of transferable skills!
Delivering lessons to develop the core skills in motorcoordination and kinaesthetic development whilst supporting children’s natural love of music and sound supporting the individual creative personality of every child the system delivers bespoke pathways of development no matter the learning style or barrier to engagement. Lessons are active and fun but provide positive sequences for self-regulation that supports the executive function that helps children’s
development in decision making. Students are all given a start in developing
musical skills like active and critical listening, being able to set goals and
sequence learning strategies which are transferable skills that children will
have to use as learning at school intensifies. All lessons are developing the
key points in the National Curriculum that is set for KS1 and KS2. The lead is
Christina Kellenberger who has been delivering the creative and immersive
sessions for children with great success. Students thrive in the supporting and
nurturing atmosphere that Christina’s lessons are designed to deliver. Music
education is a way to find the confidence within and supports a more focused
learning intention in all subjects. Lessons paid for on individual basis maxiumum of two students in a class. £15 per half hour paid for in advance of 5 sessions - reductions for siblings.Recommendations
When achievement is expressed in words!
Ethan
Beginner - aged 7
Ethan came to Mr McIntosh with no experience. He was keen to learn and play. He had had issues with concentration especially in a formal learning environment and I thought that he may to be able to focus in lessons. We started with 30 minute sessions. Mr McIntosh has a wonderful style of teaching which is both engaging and fun. Ethan has come on leaps and bounds since starting his lesson. He has a love of piano and all music; in particular movie soundtracks that Mr McIntosh has incorporated into his piano lessons which keep them fun and engaging.
Kaz Arkell
Breya
Beginner - aged 9
My daughter was a beginner when she started lessons. Koteche is patient and makes sure the lessons are easy to follow and understand. He makes lessons fun and easy to follow while providing expert tuition. My daughter has made wonderful progress in her playing and now has a good grasp of musical theory also. She really looks forward to lessons.
Darren Ponsonby
Aqsa and Ayesha
Beginner and Grade 1 - Aged 7 and 11
We were introduced to Che through a good friend in October 2019 and we have been having weekly music lessons since. Our children love lessons with Che including the homework he sets, which is no surprise given his enthusiasm, genuine interest and passion for teaching and his very personable and comical nature. My eldest daughter has really grown in her self confidence and abilities leading her to perform piano on various occasions and concerts at school as well as for Community Outreach work in an Elderly Care Home. Che teaches children self-discipline and excellence in their learning and implementing it in their music-playing. Having experienced several teachers beforehand, we quickly saw and felt the difference: Che provides a high-calibre authentic music experience and quickly helps children to progress and realise their own potential.
Sahida Salim
Fazzed
KS5 - Grade 7
Working with Mr McIntosh I have greatly improved my understanding of music and the way piano works. I have passed my Grade 5 Theory with 95% and have learned how to compose the music I like. Mr McIntosh has a relaxed style of teaching that is always focused on becoming a better, more knowledgable musician.
Fazzed
Tenisha
KS4 - Piano grade 5
Koteche has a style and pace of teaching that adapts to each student. He doesn’t just teach exams pieces and scales. He educates the student in Music. He has a way of very quickly understanding his students and guiding them on their musical journey. Piano is his passion and that shows in every lesson. My daughter always looked forward to her lessons and came out excited and eager to learn more. Koteche is very honest and open teacher who encourages his students to push themselves and guides them when they struggle with a positive manner which always brings out the best. I definitely recommend Koteche as a teacher for students of any age who want learn.
Tracy
Sophia
KS3 - Piano grade 3
Sophia got to grade 3 with Mr McIntosh from a beginner comfortably. The learning was always fun! Lessons were always personable to us with every lesson starting with some questions about students’ well-being while the mum gets the cup of tea! He can personalise the lesson depending on student’s needs, for example giving singing lessons when my daughter was getting ready for singing competition at school.
Luiza Kaplanidis
Recommended Links
We all need to know what quality and reliable resources there are to help us on the way!
ABRSM
MUSIC EXAMS
Great syllabuses and wonderful music at every stage
KAWAI
Brilliant Pianos
Fantastic sound and great quality
Keep music live!
Supporting Music Teachers
A good resource for musicians and supporters of the auditory arts!
Fantastic place
All the sheet music you need
Fantastic piece of Manchester history. A wonderful floor of pianos!
