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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach Flute and Alto Saxophone.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I achieved Grade 8 on both Flute and Saxophone by the age of 14. I also have achieved Grade 5 piano and Music Theory. I studied on the Hampshire Specialist Music Course at Peter Symonds Sixth Form, with Joanna Kidman. I am currently studying for BMus Hons in Flute perfromance at Trinity College of Music, where I learn flute with Emer McDonough (principal flautist of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra), and saxophone with Melony Henry. I am also mid course in the Licentiate of Trinity College of Music, which is a Teaching Diploma. I will be going into my fourth year this September (2010)

What kind of experience do you have?
I have five years of teaching experience, where I have taught a range of pupils, from young children to adults. I have successfully entered students for ABRSM and Guildhall exams on both Flute and Saxophone.

How much do you charge?
My hourly rate is £25 but I also give half an hour lessons for £15.00, and 45 minute lessons for £20. I would also be willing to give group lessons for £3 per extra student.

Where do you teach?
I normally teach at my home in Greenwich, which is close to Westcombe Park overground station and North Greenwich tube station. I am also happy to travel to students' homes in the London area.

When are you available?
I have a fairly flexible timetable so could be available to teach most weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I enjoy teaching all ages and abilities up to Grade 8.

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

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
I am a member of the Royal Philharmonic Society as a 'Young Artist'. I am principal fluteof LPC (the London Performance Collective). I have also played principal flute with the National Concert Orchestra of Great Britain.

Where and with whom did you train?
I spent my first two years at Trinity College of Music learning with Wissam Boustany, and now learn with Emer Mcdonough. I have also had lessons and masterclasses with Anna Noakes, Lynda Coffin, Peter Lloyd, Phillipa Davies, and Michael Cox.

Articles

The Importance of Memorising
Subject: Flute
Topic: advice (general)
Created: 12/07/2009