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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I specialise in Jazz saxophone but I also give lessons on flute and piano and cover many styles of music.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have a teaching diploma and grade 8 qualification from the Associated Board of The Royal Schools of Music. I've been working as a music tuor for over seven years now, during which time my playing and my teaching has continued to develop. I strive to provide a modern, innovative approach to music education which is both fun greatly rewarding for pupils of all ages, whatever their musical aspirations.

What kind of experience do you have?
From a young age I had experience performing with several bands around the liverpool area. I have also fronted several bands, gigging in and around merseyside. I began my teaching work at The Yamaha Music School (formally Rushworths) before relocating (upon closure) to Penny Lane Music School, situated in the charming and well facilitated venue of Dovedale Baptist church in Aigburth. For the last 3 years I've also been offering tuition in student's own homes. I travel out to areas in Merseyside including Crosby, Ainsdale, Formby, Birkdale, Seaforth, and also Widnes. I have also worked and recieved recommendations from several mainstream schools such as Scarisbrick Hall in Southport and Colderstones School In Allerton.

How much do you charge?
Lessons are presently charged at a base rate of £13 for a half hour lessonor 23 for an hour. If I travel to you then accounting for travel time and expenses brings it up to £15 for half hour or £25 for the hour.

Where do you teach?
I teach at Penny Lane School of Music in Aigburth Liverpool. If students can't come to me, however, I can go to them as long as they live in Merseyside. I cover a little bit of Lancashire as well.

When are you available?
I'm almost fully booked now but I do have a few evening and weekend slots still free.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
All ages are abilities are welcome. My youngest student is 5 and my eldest are in there eighties.

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes. This is up to date as I have recently held a teaching position in a mainstream school.

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
I belong to The Musicians' Union.

Do you have a personal message for students?
All ages welcome, beginners to advanced. Lessons are tailored to suit you. Excellent ABRSM exam results if taken. Friendly flexible approach, whether you like jazz, Rhythm and Blues,Classical or Rock or more.

Articles

On becoming a Musician
Subject: Saxophone
Tags: advice (for parents), saxophone
Created: 10/12/2010

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