Ben Belville - Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums and Ukulele Teacher in Gillingham, Kent
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Ben Belville Gold Member
Sex: Male
Web site: www.benbelville.co.uk
Can Travel To: DA
Current enhanced disclosure 
Musicians Union and Registry of Guitar Tutors 
References are available upon request
Subjects
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- Rock/Pop Guitar £22.00/hr
- Bass Guitar £22.00/hr
- Classical Guitar £22.00/hr
- Drums/ Percussion £22.00/hr
- Ukulele £22.00/hr
Personal Message
I teach Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele and Drums from home and can travel to your home diary permitting. I will make a charge for travelling time and fuel if this is the case.
Interview
Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach the following: Bass Guitar Acoustic and Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Ukulele Drums
Tell me about your qualifications.
20 years playing. 10 years performance. Music A Level. London College of Music approved. Teaching for 4 years now - 3 1/2 years full-time.
What kind of experience do you have?
I am an experienced pro player who has toured extensively around the UK playing on stage and in the pit. I have played guitar for 20 years incorporating many musical genres and techniques. I have much real experience to pass on.
How much do you charge?
£22 for 1 hour £13 for 1/2 hour 10 lessons for the price of 9 if you prepay Gift vouchers available on request
Where do you teach?
At home: 55 Maidstone Road, Rainham, Kent, ME8 0DP. Nearest train station is Rainham which is a 10 minute walk.
When are you available?
9:00 to 21:00 hours Monday to Friday. 9:00 to 17:00 hours Saturday.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
All ages. Beginners to advanced. Can provide tutoring for grades.
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
London College of Music Guitar and Bass exams (RGT) Trinity Guildhall for drumkit
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
I have an enhanced CRB disclosure certificate which I obtained in November 2009. I also teach in a primary school once a week.
Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
N/A
Do you belong to any professional organisations?
Musicians Union. RGT (Registry of Guitar Tutors)
Tell me about some of your current students.
I currently teach one to one with a range of age groups as well as leading workshops in schools.
Do you have a personal message for students?
I can discuss your requirements with you in order to tailor lessons. I can also guide students through London College of Music grades for Guitar and Trinity Guildhall grades for Drum Kit - I currently have a 100% pass rate.
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