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Stephen Davidson Clarinet Teacher (West Central London)

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  • Professional Qualification BMus, Clarinet Performance, University of British Columbia
  • Professional Qualification MMus, Clarinet Performance, McGill University
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Personal Message
I am a passionate and knowledgeable teacher, and I love encouraging students' creativity. I cover a wide range of styles and provide firm technical grounding in each.
Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Flute, Music Theory, Composition and music technology (I specialize in Sibelius notation software). I am happy to teach Classical, Jazz, Folk, Contemporary, Klezmer and improvised music, and am also happy to teach the ABRSM syllabus.
Tell me about your qualifications.
I hold an MMus in Clarinet performance from McGill University, as well as a BMus in Clarinet Performance from the University of British Columbia. I have also studied at the Bang on a Can Summer Institute, the Vancouver Institute for Creative Music, Dartington International Summer School, Orford Arts Centre, Le Domaine Forget and KlezKanada summer school.
What kind of experience do you have?
I have been teaching privately for ten years, and also have experience teaching in schools, leading masterclasses and teaching in a studio setting. I have performed extensively throughout Canada with groups such as the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Vancouver Miniaturist Ensemble, Letter Four Quartet and behind open doors arts collective. As a Composer my music has been featured on the Sonic Boom, New Music in New Places, Mercredimusics and Mardispaghetti music series. In 2010 I received a grant from the Canada Council for the Arts to come to London, where I am actively pursuing a career as a performer, composer and teacher.
How much do you charge?
I currently charge 30 pounds an hour.
Where do you teach?
I currently teach in students' homes in Greater London. Lessons in offices are also available, or a centrally located venue can be rented at a small extra cost.
When are you available?
I travel to different areas of London on different days of the week, so it is best to contact me and inquire about availability.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
I teach all ages, and have taught beginners through to university students. Lessons are tailored to each student's goals and abilities.
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
I am happy to prepare students for ABRSM tests and auditions. I have put students through practical and theory exams at all levels, and have never had one fail.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes, I do.
Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I am happy to tutor online via Skype- I accept payments through Paypal.
Where and with whom did you train?
I have studied Clarinet with Ian Mitchell (Trinity), Lori Freedman (McGill), Simon Aldrich (McGill) and Cris Inguanti (UBC). I have also taken masterclasses with Alan Hacker, James Campbell, David Campbell, David Krakauer and Richard Stoltzman.
My composition teachers include John Korsrud and Peter Hannan.
Tell me about some of your current students.
I teach small children through grandparents, from casual hobbyists to those actively pursuing ABRSM grades. I strive to make each lesson fun and productive, and to encourage each students' creativity.
Do you have a personal message for students?
I am a passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable teacher; for me there is nothing better than sharing that with students who are eager to learn. My goal each lesson is to leave students excited about music and eager to practice. Schedule a private lesson today- you'll be so glad you gave it a try!

My Articles

How to Practise the Clarinet

Something that is often not addressed in lessons is the subject of what to do when the teacher has gone. Students are often unsure about the most efficient way to practise, and will often simply open their music book to the pieces they are working on and play through them a handful of times, worrying mostly about accurate notes and rhythms....

preparing for exams

When preparing for an exam it is important to be as thorough as possible. The better prepared you are, the less nervous you will be; it will be a more positive experience all around, and you will get a better mark. The first thing to take care of is learning the notes and rhythms of your assigned pieces. It is especially important to keep a...

Posture

One of the most fundamental elements of clarinet technique is posture. Bad posture can result in poor air support, incorrect embouchure and even strain or injury to nerves in the arms. But proper positioning is not difficult, it just takes a little knowledge and self-awareness. A good teacher can help a lot with this! Take a few moments to...

Troubleshooting: Tuning

Playing in tune is a skill that all instrumentalists work on, at every level. There is infinite room for improvement; it takes great skill and control to place pitches exactly where you want, and even to hear exactly where they should be. Great ears take years to develop, though, and we all have to start somewhere!Beginning players often find...

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