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Friendly, professional music lessons tailored to you — whether you are starting from scratch, returning to music or preparing to perform.
Find your way into music
Lessons are shaped around your goals, your taste in music and the way you learn best — whether that means learning for pleasure, preparing for an exam or building towards a performance.
Build a healthy, reliable technique while exploring interpretation, performance and the character of your own voice.
Enjoy informative, encouraging lessons with a strong technique from the start and the confidence to play for other people.
Deepen your understanding of the music you play and sing through clear, practical work on notation, rhythm and harmony.
Lessons built around you
No previous musical experience is needed. Begin with the basics in a relaxed, encouraging setting.
Pick up where you left off — even if your last lesson was ten, twenty or more years ago.
Develop dependable technique and feel more at ease singing or playing for other people.
Prepare carefully for an exam, audition, performance or a piece you have always wanted to learn.
5-star Google reviews
These reviews were shared by students on Kerry’s Google Business Profile. Students often mention his patience, clarity and ability to make lessons feel both productive and enjoyable.
Read all 13 Google reviews“Highly recommended. Kerry’s a great teacher, very patient and the lessons are adapted to my pace. I didn’t think I could start from 0 at this age but it’s possible — and so much fun.”
“Kerry gave his undivided attention and professional advice on breathing and vocal techniques to help me perform better. Would definitely recommend Kerry’s services in both singing and piano lessons.”
“Kerry is a great piano teacher! I am a beginner and he is very patient and encouraging as well as very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him if you are looking for piano lessons.”
“I’m loving my fortnightly piano lessons with Kerry! I’m learning at a really comfortable pace and enjoying it so much. Kerry is a great teacher and really patient. Highly recommend!”
“I have picked the piano back up again after not playing for 10+ years. Kerry is a very experienced and friendly teacher. He tailors my lessons so that I get the most out of them. Would highly recommend Kerry as a piano teacher.”
“With only two weeks’ notice for an audition, Kerry fitted me in for multiple lessons and helped me become more comfortable with my voice. His pitch, transposition and audition advice was excellent and really helpful. Overall amazing!”
Meet your teacher
Kerry Prest is a Leeds-based musician and teacher with a BMus (Hons) from Trinity College of Music.
His career has included singing, musical direction and teaching across London and Leeds — from the Royal Albert Hall and Old Vic to Leeds Cathedral, Leeds Beckett University and private students of all ages.
Simple pricing
Choose the lesson length that works for you. Discounted blocks of five or ten lessons are also available.
Focused session
Full session
Good to know
Absolutely. Many students begin with little or no previous experience, and others return after many years away. Lessons start wherever you are now.
Not at all. Exams can be a useful goal, and Kerry has extensive experience preparing students for them, but learning purely for enjoyment is equally welcome.
Lessons are held near Dock Street in Leeds city centre, around five minutes’ walk from Leeds railway station. Online lessons are also available.
Yes. All ages are welcome. Students under 16 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Weekly lessons are common, but fortnightly sessions can work well too. Kerry will help you find a rhythm that suits your goals and commitments.
Please give at least 24 hours’ notice when cancelling or moving a lesson. Lessons cancelled with less notice are normally charged.
Lessons in person
Lessons take place on Dock Street in Leeds city centre — around five minutes’ walk from Leeds railway station. Online lessons are available too.
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Tell Kerry what you would like to learn, whether you have any previous experience and the days or times that tend to suit you.