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David Hornberger - Cello Lessons in Manchester

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Manchester (M20) View on map
Last Logged In: 07 May 2012
Sex: Male

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First Class BA(Hons) - Leeds College of Music
MMus - Royal Northern College of Music
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Cello £25.00/hr
A-level Music £15.00/hr
Chamber Music £20.00/hr

GCSE Music £15.00/hr
Music Theory Exams £15.00/hr
Musicianship £15.00/hr

Personal Message: Hello! I'm a cellist looking to teach people of all ages and abilities. I'm based in East Didsbury and look forward to showing you how rewarding music really can be!
Which subject(s) do you teach?: I teach the cello, GCSE/A Level Music, Chamber Music, and ABRSM Graded Music Theory Exams.
Tell me about your qualifications.: 2004: ABRSM Grade 8 Cello - Distinction
2007 - 2010: First Class BA(Hons) degree in music from Leeds College of Music (LCM)
2010 - present: MMus in Solo Performance from the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM)
What kind of experience do you have?: Teaching experience: I have taught the cello for a number of years now. I have also given many cello sectionals and coached ensembles (quartets/trios etc) over the last few years.

Performing experience: I have given many recitals, both as soloist and in a string quartet, around the UK. Notable venues include Leeds Town Hall, Manchester Town Hall, British Gas Headquarters, Worcester and Hertford College Chapels (Oxford) and The Venue (Leeds). I have recorded for BBC and record regularly for Audio Network.
How much do you charge?: £15 for half an hour
£20 for 45 minutes
£25 for 1 hour

I offer a free 30 minute consultation lesson so you can come along and have a taster. We can also talk about your aims and decide what the best plan of action is for you.
Where do you teach?: Ideally I would like to teach at my house. However, if necessary, I can travel to the student's house if it's not too far from my house (East Didsbury, M20 6WD).
When are you available?: My timetable is very flexible. I am confident I can find a time that suits us both.
Which ages and levels do you teach?: ALL ages and ALL levels are welcome!
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?: I can prepare my students for any exams, but the most popular choice is the ABRSM Graded Examinations. I am also able to prepare students for scholarship auditions, music college auditions and orchestral auditions.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?: Yes.
Do you belong to any professional organisations?: European String Teachers Association
Where and with whom did you train?: Leeds College of Music: Juliet Welchman and Judith Burgin (DipRCM, ARCM)
Royal Northern College of Music: Emma Ferrand (DipRAM, ARAM, FRNCM)
Do you have a personal message for students?: I look forward to meeting you, and helping you on your journey to becoming a fine musician!

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