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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach the following subjects:

Trombone, Trumpet, Cornet, Euphonium, Tuba, all other valved brass.
Jazz improvisation and harmony
Music Theory
Composition and arranging

GCSE and A Level Music including Composition
GCSE and A Level Latin

Tell me about your qualifications.
DipABRSM Trombone
Grade 8 Piano, Trombone, Music Theory
A Level Music and Latin
Extensive work in the music industry as a trombonist for professional ensembles including the Ronnie Scott's Jazz Orchestra, the Syd Lawrence Orchestra, and the Callum Au Big Band; and as a composer or arranger for the BBC Big Band, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, and the Henry Armburg Jennings Big Band.
BA (Hons) Oxford University - Classics

What kind of experience do you have?
I have worked as a private music tutor for the past three years, both taking students through exams and helping them master the technicalities of their instrument. I have run workshops with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra, both in London and in schools around the country. I have also tutored for several agencies in and around the London area as a Latin and Classics tutor.

Included in my profile are three videos of my big band, the Callum Au Big Band, playing my own compositions and arrangements.

How much do you charge?
For most subjects, my hourly rate is £35. My half-hourly rate is £25. Additionally, if I have to travel, I will charge the oyster card fare for two single journeys (usually £3.80). For university-level Classical Studies or Music, as these are more in depth and require more preparation, I charge £45 per hour.

Where do you teach?
I prefer to teach in my home office in Brixton. This is a comfortable, airy space which is perfectly suited to the demands of teaching, situated just over 5 minutes walk away from Brixton tube station, and 1 minute from Villa Road bus stop. Parents can sit in and watch the lesson if they wish.

Alternatively, I can travel to a student's home, if travel time is within a one hour round trip. This encompasses most of central and South West London, including Brixton, Clapham, Vauxhall, Kensington, Waterloo, Victoria, Marylebone, Streatham, and so forth.

When are you available?
I aim to be as flexible as possible and to fit around what you are able to do. Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday after school are often good times - but I am willing to work around your needs.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I teach all ages and ability levels.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
I believe in teaching so that my pupils learn, rather than tutoring exactly to the exam. That said, my method of teaching prepares students very well for both GCSE and A Level and ABRSM and Trinity-Guildhall grades.

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Not at present. If required I can get one.

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I use Skype with a webcam. I will also occasionally ask for a scan of pupil's written work where relevant.

Where and with whom did you train?
I was a member of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra for six years, four of which I spent playing principal trombone. I have studied under Terry Reaney and Mark Nightingale.

Academically, I attended Oxford University for four years, where I trained in Classics, with a particular specialisation in ancient and modern philosophy.

Tell me about some of your current students.
I currently teach a wide ranges of ages and ability levels - from six year old beginners to 50-year old adults. I aim to tailor the experience to suit each student's individual needs as closely as possible.

Articles

Five Principles of Composition & Arranging
Subject: A-level Music
Tags: a level music, classical theory/ composition, jazz theory/ composition, jazz trombone, music theory
Created: 13/01/2012

Could You Be Transmitted By Radio Waves?
Subject: University Classical Studies
Tags: classical theory/ composition, composition, jazz theory/ composition, jazz trombone, jazz trumpet
Created: 11/01/2012

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