Emma Kilroy– Piano & Music Educator
The Ángela Lobato Piano Teacher profile highlights her journey as both a performer and music educator, bringing international experience to the Piano Academy of Ireland. Originally from Toledo, Spain, Ángela began piano at five and trained at the prestigious Jacinto Guerrero Conservatory. She later expanded her skills with guitar, percussion, and music education studies in Madrid and Seville before moving to Dublin in 2024.
As a teacher, Ángela combines her passion for performance with a warm, creative, and student-focused approach. She excels in guiding children through their first piano lessons, while also mentoring adults and advanced players. Her lessons emphasize technique, artistry, and the joy of music, making her a sought-after piano teacher in Dublin.
Emma Kilroy
Emma Kilroy is a dynamic and accomplished music educator and pianist with a Bachelor of Music Education from Trinity College Dublin and the Royal Irish Academy of Music. She also holds an ARIAM Piano Diploma, reflecting her high-level artistry and commitment to excellence.
Emma teaches across both primary and secondary levels, working with students of all ages and abilities, including those with additional learning needs. She teaches Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate Music, directs school choirs, and prepares students for RIAM and ABRSM examinations, with her pupils consistently achieving outstanding results.
Her teaching style is both structured and creative, blending innovative resources, interactive technology, and regular performance opportunities to make lessons engaging and inclusive. She is passionate about nurturing not only strong musical skills but also confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of music in every student.
Alongside her teaching, Emma is an experienced performer with over a decade of work as both a singer and pianist. She performs regularly at weddings, church services, and community events, often accompanying by ear and bringing versatility and artistry to a wide range of settings. Her experience as a performer enriches her teaching, offering students both professional expertise and inspiration.
Emma’s own piano studies have been recognised with distinctions at the highest level of assessment, a testament to her artistry and dedication as a musician.