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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach Oboe, Cor Anglais, Recorder, Piano, Chamber Music and Music Theory.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have an ABRSM Diploma in oboe performance and Grade 8 oboe distinction.

What kind of experience do you have?
I have been a member of the Young Musicians Symphony Orchestra, Brandenburg Sinfonia, London Repertoire Orchestra, Orion Symphony Orchestra, and London Schools Symphony Orchestra. I also regularly play in a wind trio and two wind quintets, which regularly perform in and around London.
In the 2009 North London Music Festival I was both the Recital Winner and Premier Challenge Cup winner. And this year won the Multi District Lions Music Competition. I have also worked at Junior Guildhall for three years and been a member of Social Staff on the National Childrens Orchestra residential courses.

How much do you charge?
I charge £27 an hour for oboe or cor anglais lessons, £23 for 45 minutes, and £17 for half an hour. I charge £25 an hour for recorder, piano, music theory and chamber coaching lessons, and £15 for half an hour. Extra fees for travelling outside of zone 2 are negotiable.

Where do you teach?
I travel to my pupils houses to teach. I am prepared to travel to pupils' homes within zone 3 of London

When are you available?
I am available to teach both weekdays and weekends. Daytimes work especially well for me, however late afternoon/ evenings are not a problem, my schedule is very flexible so I will be able to fit to your availability.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I am very happy to teach oboe and cor anglais to all ages and levels, from very beginner to grade 8 standard. Recorder, piano and music theory I teach from beginner up until grade 5.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
both ABRSM and trinity guildhall exams

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes, I have two for working at Junior Guildhall and National Children's Orchestra

Where and with whom did you train?
I am currently studying at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama for a Bachelor of Music degree, and I study oboe with Gordon Hunt and Alison Teale. I also receive cor anglais lessons from Jane Marshall. And before this I studied with Irene Pragnell at the Junior Guildhall for six years.

Do you have a personal message for students?
I am a very enthusiastic teacher and aim to make my pupils enjoy learning music, be it just for fun or preparing for music exams. I am very happy to teach both beginner and advanced students, as well as adult re-learners, and ensure that all my pupils learn the correct way to make sure that no bad habits are picked up. I give consultation lessons so if you would like a lesson or just some useful advice then do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to hearing from you!

Articles

British Double Reed Society
Subject: Oboe
Tags: oboe, recommendations (websites)
Created: 30/05/2010

Howarth of London website
Subject: Oboe
Tags: oboe, recommendations (websites)
Created: 09/06/2010