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Bethan James - Percussion, Drumkit, Piano & under 11s Music Lessons in Cardiff

Bethan James Classical Percussion Teacher (Cardiff)

Bethan James

  • Cardiff (CF5) View on map
  • Last Logged In: 26 Mar 2011
  • Sex: Female

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Personal Message
I offer all types of percussion and piano teaching through the medium of welsh or english in the Cardiff area. All ages and abilities welcome, learning for fun or preparation for exams and auditions. Recently graduated and full of enthusiasm!
Which subject(s) do you teach?
Classical Percussion (xylophone, snare drum), Other Percussion (assorted hand percussion), Drumkit, Piano, General music for under 11s.
Tell me about your qualifications.
Grade 8 Percussion

Grade 7 Piano

Bmus (Hons) Performing Music Degree from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.
What kind of experience do you have?
I'm currently teaching in primary and secondary schools. I also have 10 private students ages ranging between 5 and 15 years. I have also taught in private music schools, special needs departments and prisons. I teach individually and in groups of up to three students.
How much do you charge?
£25 an hour for Piano, Percussion and Drumkit (or pro-rata.)
£20 an hour for Early Music (or pro-rata.)
£30 an hour for group lessons (divided between students.)
Where do you teach?
At home in a music room, can be flexible about travelling.
When are you available?
Mostly evenings, Monday and Friday daytime. Some weekends.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
All ages, all levels.
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
Piano and Percussion ABRSM music exams. Rockschool Drumkit exams. Open to other boards. Music college entry auditions, GCSE and A-level practical Exams.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes.
Do you belong to any professional organisations?
CAVMS music service. Musicians Union.
Where and with whom did you train?
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama with Chris Stock, Steve Barnard, Phil Girling, Mark Walker and Andrea Porter.
Tell me about some of your current students.
I have a 5 year old student learning to read music and rhythms on Piano and Percussion, I also have a 12 year old grade 2 Piano student, a 15 year old grade 4 Percussion student. I also have 4 pupils going in for drumkit exams next term.
Do you have a personal message for students?
Learning music in a fun and friendly environment is invaluable for enjoyment and success.

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