P.G.C.E. Secondary (U.C.E.)
Grad Leeds College of Music- Jazz, Pop and contemporary Music with Hons
Current from April 2010
Nasuwt, MU

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Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach mainly music (instrumental and theory) but also offer A level, G.C.S.E. Music and also KS2/3 Music and English. I can also offer jazz theory/harmony and improvsational lessons

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have a P.G.C.E secondary (U.C.E.) and a degree in Jazz, Pop and Contemporary Music (Hons) from Leeds College of Music

What kind of experience do you have?
I have taught as a peripatetic brass teacher for 12 years. I have also taught at Wolverhampton University and Leeds College of Music. I also have 2 years experience as a classroom music teacher.
I am also a professional musician and have worked with many high class musicians and T.V. personalities and recorded internationally.

How much do you charge?
I charge between £25 p/hr and £30 p/hr for instrumental lessons and tutoring

Where do you teach?
I teach both at my own address and the client's in Wolverhampton, Dudley, Stourbridge, Kinver, Penn, Perton, Tettenhall, Pattingham, Wombourne, Compton, Coven, Codsall,Billbrook, Brewood and West Midlands

When are you available?
Contact me for best available times

Which ages and levels do you teach?
From Beginners to adults

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
Associated Board exams from prep tests to Diploma level, SATS, KS3, G.C.S.E., A level

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes it is current as of April 2010

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
n/a

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
NASUWT
GTC
MUSICIANS UNION
ISM

Where and with whom did you train?
I started lessons with Frank Waddington in Lancashire before moving onto Ian Hamilton (ex greandier guards), Roy Curran (ex C.B.S.O.), Fred Kelly (ex Northern Radio Big Band), Bob Taylor (ex Drifters) and have recently had lesson from Bobby Shew (USA) an internationally respected trumpet player www.bobbyshew.com

Tell me about some of your current students.
My most recent exam pupil passed his grade 1 one mark short of full marks! I've taken pupils to Diploma level and they have gone onto Leeds College of Music, Birmingham Conservatoire, Trinty College London and are working in the music business as full time professionals. Most of my current pupils are preparing for exams.

Do you have a personal message for students?
Enjoy yourselves. Music is FUN FUN FUN!! Put the most possible effort into playing each note no matter what style of music it is. Rewards come from hard work and determination. Performance is what brings a musician alive so always try and do the best you can.

Articles

High Note Playing on the Trumpet
Subject: Trumpet
Tags: breathing, embouchure, high notes, pressure, relaxation
Created: 13/02/2011

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