Grade 8 ABRSM Piano Performance, Grade 8 ABRSM Violin Performance and graded theory give Amanda the depth to teach secure technique, reading, listening and expression from the start.
Piano and violin lessons in Stockport
Calm, personal music lessons with proper musical foundations.
Amanda Schrem is a Grade 8 pianist and Grade 8 violinist, former Uppingham music scholar, and a fully DBS checked qualified teacher. She helps children, beginners, adults and returners build confidence, technique and enjoyment without making lessons feel pressured or intimidating.
Why Amanda is different
A serious musician who teaches the person, not just the piece.
Lots of local music lessons promise convenience. Amanda offers something more personal: strong musicianship, patient teaching, classroom-trained care and a first conversation with the actual teacher before you commit.
Children and adult beginners often arrive worried about mistakes. Amanda keeps the pace clear and encouraging, so learners can feel safe enough to try, practise and improve.
As a former Uppingham music scholar with ensemble, performance and Pro Corda experience, Amanda understands how music builds listening, discipline, patience, confidence and self-belief.
QTS and PGCE training mean lessons are planned around the learner in front of her: age, confidence, concentration, home practice and what will make progress feel possible.
Choose the right lesson
More personal than a busy music school.
Amanda talks through the learner's age, confidence, instrument, goals and realistic practice time. The lesson then fits the person, not a fixed academy timetable.
Piano lessons
For young learners, adult beginners and returners who want steady progress, good technique and lessons that feel calm rather than pressured.
Piano lessons in StockportViolin lessons
Careful help with posture, bow hold, sound, listening and confidence before the learner is pushed into harder music.
Violin lessons in StockportBeginners and children
Shorter starter lessons, simple home practice advice and goals that can include enjoyment, confidence, school music, grades or simply doing something creative each week.
Ask about a first lessonCall for a friendly chat
Personalised Care.
Choosing a music teacher is emotional. You are not just buying a weekly slot. You are trusting someone with your child's confidence, motivation and relationship with music.
- Amanda combines Grade 8 piano and violin experience with personalised, confidence-first teaching.
- You speak to Amanda before arranging lessons, not a coordinator or marketplace profile.
- Prices are visible, so the first call can focus on fit and personalised learning.
- Lessons are built around confidence, musical foundations and realistic practice at home.
- Stockport and South Manchester areas are stated clearly, with travel discussed honestly.
Performance ready
Amanda has performed at Cadogan Hall, Southbank Centre and with English National Ballet. Amanda can inspire confidence for any upcoming music event or pending recital.
Areas covered
Local to Stockport and South Manchester.
Amanda is best placed for Stockport and nearby South Manchester areas. Other areas can be discussed if the journey and timetable work sensibly.
Testimonials
Recent feedback....
"Amanda has really helped grow Tilly's confidence whilst teaching music in a really calm and accessible way. We cannot recommend her highly enough!"
"Amanda really helped Leanne in preparation for her Grade 1 Violin exam. We have now booked regular lessons as Leanne is really enjoying learning to play with Amanda."
"Ava has really excelled and grown in performance confidence since working with Amanda and we really enjoyed her end of year piano recital."
"Really happy with the commitment that Alistair has shown since working with Amanda, he has enjoyed playing the piano more and we couldn't be happier. Thanks for all you have done for Alistair!"
Start with a quick call
Call, WhatsApp or text Amanda for more information
Tell Amanda the learner's age, instrument, area and what you hope lessons will help with. A short call is usually enough to decide the next step.