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About Our Founder
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MUSICAL & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

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     Yasemin began her musical education with piano at the age of eight and continued her training at Uludağ University State Conservatory and Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian Fine Arts High School, where she studied piano, flute, ear training, music theory and voice.

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     She later studied Music Education at Uludağ University, combining advanced musical training with pedagogy and teaching practice. She graduated from the Department of Music Education in 2013 and continued with postgraduate studies, completing her master’s degree in 2018.

 

     During her postgraduate education, she also studied and worked with professors in piano, choir, aural training, music history and music pedagogy at Conservatorio di Musica L. Refice in Frosinone, Italy, where she also delivered a seminar on music pedagogy.

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MUSIC EDUCATION IN LONDON

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     In 2018, Yasemin founded her own music education business and moved to London, where she has continued to develop her work in both music education and performance.

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     Since then, she has provided personalised piano, flute and music theory tuition in London, working with students at different stages of their musical development while also continuing her professional activities as a pianist, accompanist and conductor.

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     Her work in London has included private music tuition, concerts, choir projects, piano accompaniment and collaborative musical performances.

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     Today, through Wonderland Music & Art Academy, she continues to combine her pedagogical background, performance experience and personalised approach to provide high-quality music lessons for children and adults in London.

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PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE

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     Before moving to London, Yasemin gained experience across a variety of educational environments.

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     Her professional background includes:

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  • Private piano, flute and music theory tuition

  • Classroom music education

  • Music teaching in a Montessori kindergarten

  • Music education at Bursa Zeki Müren Fine Arts High School

  • Teaching within Bursa Nilüfer Municipality’s music programme

  • Piano accompaniment for the Nilüfer Polyphonic Children’s Choir

  • Choir and ensemble work

  • Concert and performance projects

  • Music pedagogy and educational development

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     This broad background enables her to work with students with different learning styles, levels of experience and musical goals.

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE

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  • Piano Tuition

     From strong beginner foundations to developing and advanced musical study.

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  • Flute Tuition

     Individual tuition focused on technique, musicality and confident performance.

 

  • Music Theory & Aural Training

     Supporting students in developing a deeper understanding of music, listening skills and musicianship.

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  • Singing Tuition

     Personalised vocal tuition focused on healthy technique, confidence, musical expression and performance skills.

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  • Music Pedagogy

     A personalised approach based on the student’s age, learning style, goals and stage of development.

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  • Exam Preparation

     Structured support for students working towards graded music examinations and performance goals.

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  • Piano Accompaniment

     Experience accompanying singers, instrumentalists, choirs, bands and performance projects.

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  • Choir & Ensemble Work

     Experience in conducting, accompaniment and collaborative music-making.

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TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

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     Every student learns differently.

     Yasemin believes that successful music education should never follow a one-size-fits-all approach.

     Her aim is to create a structured yet supportive learning environment where students can develop:

    -Strong musical foundations
    -Good technique and practice habits
    -Musical confidence
    -Independent learning skills
    -Creativity and expression
    -A genuine enjoyment of music

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     Lessons are adapted according to each student’s age, level, interests, goals and learning needs.

 

     For younger beginners, the focus is on building confidence, healthy musical habits and a positive relationship with learning.

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     For developing and examination students, lessons become increasingly structured around technical development, repertoire, musicianship and individual goals.

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     For advanced students, tuition can focus more deeply on interpretation, performance development and higher-level musical study.

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WONDERLAND MUSIC & ART ACADEMY

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     Wonderland Music & Art Academy was created with the belief that finding the right tutor and the right learning approach can make a significant difference to a student’s progress and confidence.

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     The Academy provides personalised music and art education for children and adults across London, with lessons available through:

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    -Face-to-face tuition
    -Home visits
    -Tutor studio lessons
    -Online lessons

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     Students are carefully matched with tutors according to their age, current level, goals, learning needs and location.

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INTERESTED IN LESSONS WITH OUR FOUNDER?

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     Whether you are looking for your child’s first music lesson, ongoing musical development or more structured tuition, we would be happy to help you find the right learning path.

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Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation

Tell us about the student’s interests, experience and goals, and we’ll help you choose the most suitable lesson format and learning approach.

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our founder yasemin erturk

Yasemin Erturk

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Founder & Music Education Specialist & Accompanimenter​    

 

     

Yasemin Ertürk is the Founder and Music Education Specialist of Wonderland Music & Art Academy in London. With a professional background in music education, piano, flute, music theory, pedagogy, accompaniment and choir work, she has worked with children, teenagers and adult learners across a wide range of musical levels and goals.

Her teaching approach combines strong musical foundations with personalised, supportive and age-appropriate learning, helping each student develop confidence, independence and a lasting connection with music.

​​ Educated İnstitutions:                Starting Date      Finishing Date

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 Elemantary School:                      2004                 2006                         Uludag University State Conservatory

                 

 High School:                               2006                 2009                         Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art

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 Lisance:                                      2009                 2013                         Uludag University 

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 Master:                                      2013                  2018                         Uludag University 

 

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Foreign Languages:                     English (B2)

                                                 Italian  (A2)

 

Institutions That Work:               Start and Break With 

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                                               2012   -   2018                                     Municipality of Nilufer

                                               2014   -   2015                                     Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art​s

 

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       Foreign Languages:                     English (B2)

                                                               İtalian  (A2)

 

       İnstitutions That Work:               Start and Break With 

                                                               2012   -   2018                                          Municipality of Nilufer

                                                               2015   -   2015                                          Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High       

                                                                                                                        School of Fine Art

Other Proffessional Activities:        

 

  • The London International Choir " From Celtic Shores to Continental Carols", as chorister, 5 December, UK

  • "1001 Nights Tango of Istanbul" Concert, as pianist , 22 March, 2025, London, UK

  • "Rengin Women Choir Concert", as pianist, 10 March, 2024, London, UK

  • The Cleramont Singers "Easter Concert" , as conductor and piano accompanist, 14 April,  2023, London, UK

  • The Cleramont Singers Christmas  Concert" , as conductor and piano accompanist, 3 December, 2022, London, UK

  • Turkish Classical Music Choir "Sarkilarla Turkulerle "  Concert , as guest artist piano, July 2021,  London, UK

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  • Nilufer Pholiphonic Choir (chorister) & Nilufer Children Choir (accompaniment) Concert,  May 2017, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Municipality of Nilufer Music Education Studies  “Flute Concert”, as accompanist,  May  2017, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Municipality of Nilufer Music Education Studies “Year-end Concert”, as accompanist, May 2017, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Nilufer Pholiphonic Choir Cıncert "4. Sansev İstanbul İnternational Poliphonic Choirs Festival" as chorister,  May 2016, Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Nilufer Pholiphonic Choir Concert "  Mozart Academy 2. İzmir Poliphonic Choirs Festival" as chorister, June 2016, İzmir, TURKE

  • "Nilufer Pholiphonic Choir Concert" as chorister, June 2015, Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Nilufer Pholiphonic Choir Concert  “Koro Fest” as chorister, September 2014, İstanbul,TURKEY

  • Municipality of Nilufer Music Education Studies “ Special Concert of  National Sovereignty and Children's Day" as accompanist, April 2013, BURSA

  • Municipality of Nilufer Music Education Studies Concert, as accompanist,  April 2013, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Bursa Regional State Symphony Orchestra “90. Years Concert of Republic Celebration” ,as chorister, October 2013, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Uludağ University Fine Arts Education Department Music Education Department “Fall Semester Concert”  as accompanist, December 2012, BURSA

  • "Concert of Turkish Armed Forces Harmony Harmonica" , as chorister, 2012, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Municipality of Nilufer Music Education Studies “May Concert” , as accompanist,  May 2012, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Uludağ University Fine Arts Education Department Music Education Department “Traditional  Concert of  3. Class” , as Solo, April 2012, BURSA ​

  • Uludağ University Fine Arts Education Department Music Education Department “The Concert of Children's Songs” , as chorister and accompanist,  December 2011, BURSA

  • Bursa Regional State Symphony Orchestra “88. Concert of Republic” ,as chorister, October 2011, Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Uludağ University Fine Arts Education Department Music Education Department “Traditional  Concert of  l 2 Music Class”,as Solo Piano, April 2011, BURSA

  • Municipality of Nilufer Village Enstitues 71. Kuruluş Yılı Kutlamaları ,as accompanist , 2011, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Uludağ University Fine Arts Education Department Music Education Department“ Choir Concert of  2. Class” ,as chorister, March 2011,  Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Uludağ University Fine Arts Education Department Music Education Department “Fall Semester Concert” , as Solo Piano, December 2009, BURSA

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art “Traditional Year-end Concert” as solo with orchestra, May 2009, Bursa, TURKEY

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art ” Concert of  12 Music Class” ,as Solo,  March  2009, Bursa,  TURKEY

  • İzmir Işılay Saygın Anatolian High School of Fine Art  2. Piano Festival,  as Solo, 2008, İzmir, TURKEY

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art “Classes of Ali Özer and Ebru Şen and Gülcan Ulusoy Concert” , as Solo Piano and accompanist,  May 2008, Bursa, TURKEY        

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art “Traditional Year-end Concert” , as Solo and chorister, May 2008, Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art Piano Solo Recital ,Konak Culture Center, May 2008, Bursa, TURKEY        

  • "Concert of Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art", as Solo Piano and accompanist,  May 2008, Bursa, TURKEY        

  • İnternational Pera Piano Festival, May 2007, İstanbul, TURKEY

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art “Jazz Concert ” ,as Solo Piano, April 2006, Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Bursa Zeki Müren Anatolian High School of Fine Art “Ebru Şen and Gülcan Ulusoy’s Violin- Piano Classes Concert” , as Solo Piano and accompanist , April, 2005, Bursa, TURKEY        

  • Uludag University State Conservatory Aylin Çakıcı’s Piano Class Recital, as Solo Piano , May 2004, Bursa, TURKEY        

  • Bursa Philarmony Association“ 23 April 5. Festival Of Musicians ”, Solo Piano, April 2001, Bursa, TURKEY    

  • Bursa Philarmony Association“ 23 April 4. Festival Of Musicians”, Solo Piano, April 2000, Bursa, TURKEY  

  • Bursa Philarmony Association ‘’Concerts Of Children And Youth Arm”, Solo Piano, July 1999, Bursa, TURKEY          ​​​​​​​​​​​​

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