Gulliver Mount
Wimborne Minster - Poole - Bournemouth - Dorset - And Online Lessons Available!
Piano Teacher/Player
gullivermount@gmail.com / 07932657501
gullivermount@gmail.com / 07932657501
I’m Gully, a pianist with experience in both classical and jazz performance, trained across two distinct musical traditions. Working within both styles has given me a strong grounding in technique, theory, and musical flexibility, which informs how I teach and perform. I’ve performed in a range of formal settings, including the Wimborne Minster, other churches, and school events, playing both classical repertoire and jazz-based material. These settings have shaped my approach to performance and musicianship, particularly in terms of clarity, confidence, and stylistic awareness.
My teaching is individual and goal-focused. Lessons are tailored to the student, whether that means building solid fundamentals, improving technique, developing improvisation, or preparing for performances or exams. I prioritise clear progress and musical understanding over rigid methods.
My prices are as follows: £25 per hour, and £20 per half hour
I teach students of all ages and levels, from beginners to more advanced players. Lessons are structured, in person or online, relaxed, and focused on long-term development.
For tuition enquiries, feel free to get in touch. 😁
gullivermount@gmail.com / 07932657501
Click here to listen to some blues I've been playing recently!! You could learn this! 😁
Indy West - 1 year ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I’m a student of Gully’s and I truly recommend. He’s been teaching me for a while now and I’m really impressed. I always walk away very happy after the lesson and feel I have learnt a lot. A lovely guy and a wonderful teacher!
Janine Drew - 3 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Gully is a fantastic piano tutor.
He has been teaching my 8-year-old son, Will, and has truly inspired his love of the piano. Gully is always polite, patient, and brings a lovely sense of fun to lessons—Will genuinely looks forward to them each week.
He started slowly with half-hour sessions, then gradually built up to an hour as Will’s confidence and ability grew. I especially appreciate how he finds accessible versions of pieces Will wants to play, which keeps him engaged and excited.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Gully—he’s a wonderful teacher and we’re so happy to have him guiding Will’s musical journey.
Jenny Dunn - 1 week ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Gully is an absolutely fantastic piano teacher! My 12yo son , who is very picky, loves his lessons. He works on grades, but also learns different improvisation to keep it interesting and fun. Gully is very understanding and keeps my son motivated. Highly recommended!
Becca Franklin - 2 months ago
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Amazing teacher. Has lots of patience and understanding, very good for my 15 year old son.
Featured Piano Record of the Week:
Each week, I highlight a different piano record to introduce students to the huge range of music the piano can create; from blues and jazz to classical and beyond. The aim is to make piano music feel more accessible, relatable, and exciting, while helping students discover new styles, sounds, and artists that might inspire their own playing. 🎹
On repeat this week:
One Just for Fun – Billy Taylor
Taylor (1921–2010) was a highly influential american jazz pianist, composer, and educator, known for his elegant swing style, refined touch, and ability to bridge jazz performance with public education. A classically trained musician who became a key figure in modern jazz, he recorded extensively from the 1940s onward and was also a prominent broadcaster and advocate for jazz in the United States. One Just for Fun showcases his lyrical, understated approach to standards, including his interpretation of “Blue Moon,” highlighting his use of spacious voicings, subtle harmony, and melodic clarity.