Author: Susanna Cassam

Susanna Cassam Music Tuition is now recruiting piano teachers to teach one to one private lessons in and around Brighton and Hove.

Tutors must have piano grade 8, teaching experience, references, a CV available… and will be subject to a detailed vetting process.

Great rates of pay.

Must be able to teach from your own home and travel to students home.

Own transport preferable, if you do not have your own transport you must be willing to travel across Brighton and Hove for lessons.

Flexible hours, from 3-20 hours a week.

If you do not have CRB that can be obtained through us.

Please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected] for more information.

Tomorrow is the deadline for ABRSM March exam entries and Springboard Competitions entries for all SCMT Students.

If you have not already please tell your tutors if you would like to be entered for either, alternatively, contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected]. Entries must be submitted no later than Tomorrow, Friday 17th Jan.

Watch this space for tips and advice on exam and competition preparation and performance.

Happy New Year from all of us at SCMT! Hopefully 2014 will be full of musical adventures. We have lots coming up this year. Starting with the the March exams! Don’t forget the entry deadline for SCMT Students is next Friday (17th Jan). If you would like to take an exam in March make sure you talk to your tutor and they will submit your entry.

That’s not the only thing we have happening this year, there’s plenty more where going on. Please watch this space for more announcements of up and coming SCMT events.

Now lets get cracking with the new year…..lets make it the most musical one yet!

Here at SCMT we just wanted to say a huge well done to all our students who passed there exams this term, we had a fantastic set of results, passes, merits and distinctions. Amazing job guys keep up the good work in the new year ahead!

What a great way to round a brilliant year off. Here at SCMT headquarters we want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Lets hope the year ahead is full of music too!

Here at SCMT we have the perfect Christmas present for anyone interested in learning a musical instrument…. VOUCHERS!!

Our music lesson vouchers make the ideal present for a friend or relative keen to explore their musical abilities.  You can pay for as many lessons as you like, without having to choose a teacher in advance.  That way, the recipient need only follow the instructions on the voucher, asking them to call Susanna personally to discuss their needs and which teacher is the best option for them.  We will then put them straight in touch with the teacher that they choose.  Vouchers are sent out first class on the same day funds are received, printed out in the name of the recipient.  They can be sent either to your home address or that of your friend/family member.  They are valid for 2 years from their purchase date!

If you would like to purchase vouchers from us please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected].

Here at SCMT we are very proud of piano teacher Jonathan D (pictured), he appeared on ITV’s Surprise, Surprise behind pop act Little Mix! We are a little late finding out, he appeared on Sunday 10th November, playing on Little Mix’s latest single… who knew we had a celebrity piano teacher?!

A massive well done to Berniya and Riya, they did brilliantly at the Mid-Sussex Festival!

Berniya won first place in the Junior Recital class, first place in the age 11 own choice class and second place in the Bach class.

Riya won first place in the age 8 own choice class and also first place in the Jazz under 9s class. Riya also won a cup for the most promising player!

Both have been invited to play at the concert today.

Well done girls, we are very proud of you! Can’t forget your teacher, Emily, well done to you too!

Here at SCMT we would just like to say a huge well done and thank you to al our lovely students who took part in our Christmas Concert last weekend! There were 5 concerts over the 2 days and each one was absolutely brilliant. All our students, whether it was beginners taking part in their first concert or our more advanced students, played fantastically.

Thanks also to all of the tutors for all of their hard work, it really paid off, everyone performed to such a high standard.

The next concert will be in the summer term, hope to see you all again…

Here at SCMT we have had the first set of exam results through from ABRSM. Two of Mike Ellaway’s guitar students have passed with flying colours! See below for scores:

Raphael lambrakides 92% – distinction grade 1 guitar

Daisy Messent 83% – merit grade 3 guitar

We still have plenty more students taking exams this month and we are wishing them the best of luck!

SCMT’s Christmas Concert is only a few days away now. So for all performers/parents/grandparents here are all the details you will need.

By now you should all know which concert you are performing in, if you don’t please check with your tutor or Susanna.

Concert Dates:

Saturday 23^rd November 6.30pm.  Adults (all) and advanced pupils (grade 6 and up)

Sunday 24^th November.  4 x Children’s Concerts

Concert 1 – 2pm
Concert 2 – 3.15pm
Concert 3 – 4.30pm
Concert 4 – 5.45pm

Venue:   St Nicholas Church, Dyke Road, Brighton.  BN1 3LH.

Guest price:   Approx £5 for adults (payable on the door, cash only, free to all children and performers).

Here at SCMT we are getting very excited….look forward to seeing you all there!

Here at SCMT we are delighted to announce that Stuart has come on board with us as a violin teacher. Check out his profile below and please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected] if you would like to start lessons with Stuart or any other of our tutors that can be found on our teachers page.

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To learn to play an instrument well is of great and subtle benefit, firstly to the player, and the for others. Teaching violin allows me to pass on the necessary skills so that pupils can discover for themselves its many possibilities as their instrument. My expectation and experience is that wonderful sounds can be found and enjoyed from the very first lesson. This approach forms a satisfying foundation whatever kind of violin playing the person comes to choose.

To all parents/students/tutors of SCMT don’t forget the entry deadline for our Christmas Concert is TODAY (Friday 25th October).

The concerts will be taking place Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th November at St Nicholas Church in Brighton (the perfect festive setting!)

Entrants can pick 1 or 2 pieces but the maximum total performance time of 3 minutes (children’s Sunday concerts) and 6 minutes (adults/advanced Saturday concert).

Performing is such an important part in a musician’s learning and the concerts always have such a fun and friendly atmosphere!

Please let your tutor know if you would like to perform NO LATER THAN TODAY! It will be great to see you all there…

To all parents/students/tutors of SCMT don’t forget the entry deadline for our Christmas Concert is fast approaching. The last day for all entries to be submitted is next Friday (25th October).

The concerts will be taking place Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th November at St Nicholas Church in Brighton (the perfect festive setting!)

Entrants can pick 1 or 2 pieces but the maximum total performance time of 3 minutes (children’s Sunday concerts) and 6 minutes (adults/advanced Saturday concert).

Performing is such an important part in a musician’s learning and the concerts always have such a fun and friendly atmosphere!

Please let your tutor know if you would like to perform, it will be great to see you all there…

Here at SCMT we are delighted to announce that Priya has come on board with us as a piano teacher. Check out her profile below and please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected] if you would like to start lessons with Priya or any other of our tutors that can be found on our teachers page.

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Priya is a classically trained Pianist and Flautist who is currently studying a music degree at Sussex University. She enjoys performing with ensembles and is a committed member of the University of Sussex Symphony Orchestra and has previously played with Greenwich Concert Band. Whilst primarily a classical musician, Priya also enjoys exploring other genres of music such as Jazz. Priya is a very enthusiastic and engaging teacher, she enjoys working with people of all ages and is very flexible. She is happy to either come to your house, or teach from the Sussex University campus.

Here at SCMT we are delighted to announce that Sofia has come on board with us as a piano teacher. Check out her profile below and please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected] if you would like to start lessons with Sofia or any other of our tutors that can be found on our teachers page.

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Sofia is a classically-trained pianist holding a BA in Music (Performance) from the University of Minho in Portugal, where she is originally from.  She is currently working as both a pianist and composer, alongside finishing her MA in Music  at the University of Sussex. Adding to her experience as a classical pianist, she has performed with various pop bands not only as a keyboard player but also as a singer, frequently with her own original music.  Sofia has previous experience in teaching pupils of all ages, focusing on instrumental performance and music theory. She is committed to nurturing each student’s musicality in a lively and supportive environment, tailoring the classes according to their personal interests and goals.  Sofia is available to teach pupils at their homes in Brighton and Hove.

A quick reminder to all pupils, parents an tutors of SCMT that the entry deadline for this years Christmas Concert (to be held on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th November) is Friday 25th October. That’s less than a month away!

Remember you can pick 1 or 2 pieces but the maximum total performance time of 3 minutes (children’s Sunday concerts) and 6 minutes (adults/advanced Saturday concert).

So pupils wanting to perform get chatting to your tutors now to find the perfect piece, we can’t wait to hear it….

Here at SCMT we are delighted to announce that Dean has come on board with us as a guitar teacher. Check out his profile below and please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected] if you would like to start lessons with Dean or any other of our tutors that can be found on our teachers page.

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Dean is an enthusiastic guitar tutor that has been teaching students of all ages and abilities for eight years. He teaches all various styles of music and his lessons are tailored to the certain pupil. Always making the lessons fun and exciting.  Dean has toured the UK with serval bands and now has a music production company for the Film & T.V industry. With his own recording/teaching studio in the centre of Brighton, he can record students and they can start there creative journey of writing there own music tracks!

The SCMT Christmas 2013 Concerts have been arranged for Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th of November 2013.  This is earlier than usual due to our favourite venue only having limited options.  We really hope you can make it so please put it in your diary!  As usual all instruments, solos, duets and ensembles are very welcome.  The concerts are free choice and welcome all ages and abilities.  Here are the details:

Concert Dates:

Saturday 23^rd November.  Adults (all) and advanced pupils (grade 6 and up), time TBC (evening). 

Sunday 24^th November.  4 x Children’s Concerts (2-8pm approx).

Venue:   St Nicholas Church, Dyke Road, Brighton.  BN1 3LH.

Guest price:   Approx £5 for adults (payable on the door, cash only, free to all children and performers).

Entry deadline:  Friday 25^th October 2013.

Notes for students wishing to enter:

1 or 2 pieces per performer.  Maximum total performance time of 3 minutes (children’s Sunday concerts) and 6 minutes (adults/advanced Saturday concert).

If you are an adult or advanced performer, please let us know if you cannot attend the Saturday evening concert, as this is where you will be programmed unless we hear from you.

Performance lists, inclusive of your concert time, will be emailed to you once the deadline has passed and performances have been collated.  Full programmes will also be supplied free of charge on the door.   Drinks and nibbles will be served throughout as usual.

You can submit your entry to Susanna in person at [email protected] or simply let your tutor know….We can’t wait to see you there!

Here at SCMT we are delighted to announce that Scott has come on board with us as a guitar teacher. Check out his profile below and please contact Susanna direct on 07720 770153 or email [email protected] if you would like to start lessons with Scott or any other of our tutors that can be found on our teachers page.

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The new school year has started here at SCMT and with that has come the arrival of Susanna’s Baby. Welcome to the world Louis Phoenix Wooller, born on the 4th September, Susanna and Louis are both doing brilliantly.

Susanna may be out of action for a while but meanwhile here at SCMT we are still beavering away for the start of a new term…It’s going to be a big one! We have exam entries going in this Friday and the Christmas Concert is booked for  Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th of November 2013. The entry deadline is  Friday 25^th October 2013, but don’t worry there will be lot’s more news and updates on here before then.

So lets get cracking with the new term…….