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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach cello, piano, aural training & general musicianship.

Tell me about your qualifications.
Graduate of the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

What kind of experience do you have?
I am an active soloist, chamber musician & orchestral player with 13 years teaching experience with pupils of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced music college students. My approach on both cello & piano is to develop general musicianship and a relaxed technique within a friendly environment. I am committed to ensuring that all of my students enjoy learning and develop a lifelong love of classical music, wherever their playing takes them.

How much do you charge?
£30 an hour, or £20 for half an hour.

Where do you teach?
I teach at my home in West Hampstead, in a large airy room with a well-maintained Yamaha U1 piano.

When are you available?
I am generally available on Saturday mornings, during the day during the week, and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
All ages and levels - it's never too late to learn! Generally I don't like to take children under the age of 7 for cello or 4 for piano, but can be flexible on this depending on the child. In recent years I have developed a specialty for teaching adult "returners", so anyone who used to play as a child and wants to start again will be in particularly good hands! I also specialise in teaching advanced cellists and can prepare students for scholarships or music college auditions.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
Anything that they wish to do, provided that they are ready for it. I have experience of teaching up to Grade 8 level on the piano, and up to advanced diploma/music college level on the cello.

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes :)

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
MU

Articles

On using the natural weight of your body
Subject: Cello
Tags: advice (general), cello
Created: 25/11/2010