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Aisling Maguire - Oboe and Piano Teacher in London

Aisling Maguire

London (EN2) View on map
Last Logged In: 07 May 2012
Sex: Female
Can Travel To: E EC N SW W WC

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Oboe £27.00/hr
Chamber Music £25.00/hr
Cor Anglais £27.00/hr

Music Theory Exams £25.00/hr
Piano £25.00/hr
Recorder £25.00/hr

Personal Message: Aisling Maguire, Oboe, Cor Anglais, Piano and Recorder teacher.
Which subject(s) do you teach?: I teach Oboe, Cor Anglais, Recorder, Piano, Chamber Music and Music Theory.
Tell me about your qualifications.: I have an ABRSM Diploma in oboe performance and Grade 8 oboe distinction.
What kind of experience do you have?: I have been a member of the Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra, Brandenburg Sinfonia, Commonwealth Youth Orchestra, London Repertoire Orchestra, Orion Symphony Orchestra, and London Schools Symphony Orchestra. I also regularly play in a wind trio and two wind quintets, which regularly perform in and around London.
In the 2009 North London Music Festival I was both the Recital Winner and Premier Challenge Cup winner. And last year represented the UK in the Lions European Music Competition. I have also worked at Junior Guildhall for fours years and been a member of Social Staff on the National Childrens Orchestra residential courses. I also teach for THAMES Music Service.
How much do you charge?: I charge £27 an hour for oboe or cor anglais lessons, £23 for 45 minutes, and £17 for half an hour. I charge £25 an hour for recorder, piano, music theory and chamber coaching lessons, and £15 for half an hour. Extra fees for travelling outside of zone 2 are negotiable.
Where do you teach?: I travel to my pupils houses to teach. I am prepared to travel to pupils' homes within zone 3 of London
When are you available?: I am available to teach both weekdays and weekends. Daytimes work especially well for me, however late afternoon/ evenings are not a problem, my schedule is very flexible so I will be able to fit to your availability.
Which ages and levels do you teach?: I am very happy to teach oboe and cor anglais to all ages and levels, from very beginner to grade 8 standard. Recorder, piano and music theory I teach from beginner up until grade 5.
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?: both ABRSM and trinity guildhall exams
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?: Yes, I have two for working at Junior Guildhall and National Children's Orchestra
Where and with whom did you train?: I am currently studying at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama for a Bachelor of Music degree, and I study oboe with Gordon Hunt and Alison Teale. I also receive cor anglais lessons from Jane Marshall. And before this I studied with Irene Pragnell at the Junior Guildhall for six years.
Do you have a personal message for students?: I am a very enthusiastic teacher and aim to make my pupils enjoy learning music, be it just for fun or preparing for music exams. I am very happy to teach both beginner and advanced students, as well as adult re-learners, and ensure that all my pupils learn the correct way to make sure that no bad habits are picked up. I give consultation lessons so if you would like a lesson or just some useful advice then do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you!

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