Bmus(hons) in Performance on the French Horn
PGCE in Music with Instrumental Teaching
Current Enhanced CRB Disclosure
Registered with the GTCE
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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I can teach all Brass instruments, the main being the French Horn, Tenor Horn and Trumpet. I can also teach the Piano and Keyboard.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have a Bmus(hons) in performance on the French Horn, which I did during my time at the Royal Northern College of Music. I have a PGCE in Music with Instrumental Teaching, which I did during a joint course between the Royal Northern College of Music and Manchester Metropolitan University.
I have Grade 8 ABRSM in my main instruments the French Horn, Tenor Horn and Piano.

What kind of experience do you have?
I was a member of the Albermarle Music Centre, were I played the Solo Tenor Horn in the senior Brass Band, Principle Horn in the Symphonic Wind Band and Orchestra, and the Keyboard in the Jazz Band. I have been a member of various different ensembles, such as the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, a guest with the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland, Yorkshire Youth Orchestra and the Manchester Chamber Orchestra. I gained more ensemble experience during my time at the Royal Northern College of Music, were I played in the Brass Band, Symphony Orchestra, Opera Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra and Brand New Orchestra. I play in a Wind Quintet which perform in various venues and deliver workshops in both secondary and primary schools. I have played in the Orchestra pit for various musicals such as Titanic, Oliver and Fiddler on the Roof.

How much do you charge?
I charge £20 for an hour, £15 for 45mins and £10 for half an hour. For group lessons I will discuss prices for the total of students. I will charge for travel depending on the distance, otherwise the cost of the lesson will be the same as mentioned.

Where do you teach?
I am located in Hull but I am willing to travel in the car to areas outside of Hull. I will do my teaching at the students home. I am also available to teach in the Manchester area on a Wednesday evening only.

When are you available?
I am available at weekends and during the week at various times during the day and evening, which can be discussed.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I am able to teach all ages and abilities.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
I prepare students for ABRSM instrumental examinations, but I am willing to change examinations boards to accommodate different students.

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

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Brass lessons and study books
Subject: French Horn
Tags: brass instruments, french horn
Created: 22/08/2011