As part of our new tutor month SCMT have been posting the profiles of our 15 new music teachers. All of our tutors old and new can be found on the teachers page of our website. Here you can find out all about each individual music teacher. So if you are looking for music lessons for your child or yourself this is a great place to start. Bit what happens once you have taken a look and found the teacher you would like to have lessons with?
Once you have picked the tutor you feel suits your needs the best simply call Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053. Susanna will personally match you and the tutor together and talk you through what happens next. You can also email [email protected]. All of our tutors offer a free introduction lesson with no obligation to book, so you can make sure you have found the right tutor!
Today sees the last of our new tutors for our new tutor feature. William has come on board with us as a piano teacher. Below you can find William’s teaching profile, here you can find out about his teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. William is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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William was classically trained in both Piano and Jazz Clarinet from an early age, but soon discovered that his passion was to become an all-round musician. He loves to constantly challenge himself and extend his knowledge about music at all levels, and spends a lot of time composing, both with the piano and using synthesizers.
Will recently graduated with an upper class honours degree in Music from the University of Sussex, where he ventured into the areas of music and visual programming, musicology and music technology. In the past year, Will has worked as an intern at Brownswood Records, an international record label managed by Radio One DJ, Gilles Peterson, whom he worked with closely. There he learned critical skills in marketing, artists and repertoire, and data management.
Will’s lessons will be designed around each student’s needs and he has a reputation for spotting areas of talent and strength in a student. William’s arrangements are flexible, he is able to come to the students house or make arrangements elsewhere.
Today’s featured new tutor is multi instrumental teacher, Jinny. Jinny teaches violin and piano lessons. Below you can find Jinny’s teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Jinny is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Jinny is a piano and violin teacher with over twenty five years’ experience working alongside children and young people. Following completion of a foundation course at Leeds College of Music she graduated from Bretton Hall College, University of Leeds, with a B.Ed. (Hons) in education and music (1989). Since then she has taught in many schools, both as an instrumental teacher working for two Music Services and a Primary and Middle School music teacher. She has also worked as a class teacher in mainstream and SEN settings. With 100% pass rate for students wishing to take ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall examinations, with many achieving merits and distinctions, Jinny has also successfully prepared students for the performance elements of their GCSE Music exams.
She strongly believes that everyone should be given the opportunity to participate in music activities and has an inclusive approach, incorporating different teaching strategies and genres into lessons enabling students to draw on their strengths and different learning styles. She has experience teaching children with Special Educational Needs, including those on the autistic spectrum and uses Makaton signing where appropriate.
Performing plays a large part in Jinny’s life. She is a founder member of Sussex Symphony Orchestra (1st violin), where she has performed for the BBC, and with artists such as Katherine Jenkins, Aled Jones and Blake. She also sings in the Brighton Festival Chorus and plays piano and organ in church services. In addition to a degree where violin and piano were joint first studies she holds Grade 8s in viola and music theory.
Having just graduated with an MA in Music Education from the IOE, University of London (the world’s leading centre for education and applied social science, 2014), Jinny is thrilled to have studied alongside those at the forefront of educational research and to have had the opportunity to enhance her knowledge and teaching skills in light of current pedagogical practices.
Today’s featured new tutor is the lovely piano teacher, Jo. Jo teaches music lessons to beginners through to advanced. Below you can find Jo’s teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Jo is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Jo has been teaching for 15 years and has pupils from the age of 6 up to 83! Some – especially her adults – are learning for fun and personal pleasure, but she also teaches for the associated Board exams (practical and theory). Although most of her pupils are beginner to intermediate standard, she also has a pupil who is due to take her Grade 8 practical this winter, and recently helped someone achieve their grade 8 theory. Jo believes in teaching at the pace of the pupil and has been told that she has the patience of a saint!
Jo was taught piano by Christine Pembridge when she was head of piano at Roedean School and took her grade 8 piano exam during her first year reading for a degree in Psychology. She aims to combine the classical teaching tradition with an appreciation of, and love for, all musical styles and genres.
Today’s featured new tutor is the brilliant Matt. Matt teaches trumpet and a range of genres. The trumpet is a great instrument to learn, there are so many different styles of music you can play. Below you can find Matt’s teaching profile, here you can find out about his teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Matt is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Matt has a passion for performing music of many genres. He has a background in classical music, completing his grades and performing with such ensembles as the National Children’s Wind Orchestra before enrolling on the renowned Middlesex University jazz course. He has spent the last five years as a peripatetic brass teacher for the West Sussex Music Service, teaching a broad level of standards and interests. He also teaches in several private schools.
He prides himself on being a diverse musician and is out most evenings rehearsing and gigging with the many ensembles he’s part of, spanning jazz, pop, rock and ska. He also sings backing vocals in several of these groups and is the Musical Director or Band Leader with several bands, both in and out of schools.
‘I feel it is important to maintain a good relationship at all times with students and, where applicable, parents. I encourage parents to be in frequent contact about their child’s progress. I try to encourage my pupils to take graded examinations as I believe they are good targets to aim for and they bring focus into learning but I don’t consider them a necessity. Most of all I believe music should be fun and each person must go down their own musical path. To this end I aim to guide and encourage but always keep your goals in mind.‘
First up on this week’s new tutor feature is the lovely singing teacher, Zara. Zara has a home studio, great for budding pop stars! Below you can find Zara’s teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Zara is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Zara is a singer, songwriter, producer and accredited vocal coach who teaches from her home studio near Preston Park, Brighton.
Whether you are currently a beginner wanting to take that first step vocally, or perhaps an advanced singer looking to learn more and keep your voice in great condition, Zara is a voice expert who teaches all ages and caters each lesson to the individual student. With Zara you don’t just learn great vocal technique and performance skills, she focuses on expanding every student’s own unique voice, instead of demanding a uniform style or sound.
Her background includes training at the prestigious BRIT School of Performing Arts and University of Westminster where she has studied commercial music with a focus on vocal teaching. Zara also specialises in songwriting and producing her own music using industry standard software and can help those looking to do the same.
Today’s featured new tutor is singing teacher Melissa. Singing lessons not only teach you how to use your voice as an instrument, but are a great way to improve confidence, musical knowledge and stage presence. Below you can find Melissa’s teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Melissa is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Melissa is a classically trained singer and professional singer/songwriter recently graduated from studying Music at the University of Sussex, where she gained a 1st in performance and film composition. In 2012 she released her debut album Beyond The Frame, and is currently working on her second album. As well as classical music, Melissa loves popular music, folk and musical theatre, and has had the privilege of working with some of the top West End performers and directors in the recent production Love Beyond at the Brighton Centre. She has also hosted numerous performances promoting her work as a songwriter, and her songs have featured on radio in Ireland over the past few years. Melissa loves inspiring people of all ages to be creative, whether in singing, composition, song writing or performance. She is passionate about encouraging students to find their own unique style whilst teaching them to learn to love the spotlight. By tailoring lessons to suit each individual, Melissa helps to ensure students improve their vocal abilities whilst maintaining a fun and relaxed environment that enables them to grow in confidence and enhance their performance skills.
Time for another piano teacher… todays featured new tutor is Sam. Sam is a very highly qualified music teacher and he teaches a broad range of styles. Below you can find Sam’s teaching profile, here you can find out about his teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Sam is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Sam is a pianist, composer, singer-songwriter and teacher. He has a BA(hons) in Music from University of York (2009) and has Piano Teaching Certification from The European Piano Teachers Association (2009) and a Grade 8 Piano with Distinction (2004). Aside from his qualifications, both of his parents are musicians (composer/flautist and singer) so he grew up in a hugely musical environment. Sam been teaching piano privately, to all ages and abilities, for around 6 years. He also teaches Music and Performing Arts A-level at a local sixth form college. Sam has a lot of performing experience including being a finalist in national classical piano competitions and playing concerts abroad (USA and India). Outside of his classical background he also has experience in Jazz, Hip Hop, Pop, Musical Theatre, Folk, Motown, Latin-American Music and Electronic Music by playing in several bands and regularly collaborating with other musicians.
Sam’s lessons are designed around each individual student, based on their ability and the ways in which they learn most successfully, as well as their musical ambitions and interests. Lessons often include Composition, Improvisation, Technique, Theory, Sight-reading/Notation, Aural Training, Singing, Music History, Listening, Performances and Interpretation. The majority of his students play classical repertoire and half of these opt for taking exams and so far he has had a 100% pass rate with many getting merits and distinctions. As well as piano/theory/composition lessons Sam has worked with many instrumental teachers to help them improve their teaching.
Another brilliant multi instrumental teacher for today’s featured new tutor. Philip teaches 3 instruments, piano, guitar and singing. Philip also teaches songwriting… great for all those budding Ed Sheeran’s! Below you can find Philip’s teaching profile, here you can find out about his teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Philip is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Philip is a multi-instrumental musician, singer, songwriter, improviser and composer. He trained at the University of London Goldsmiths College in Jazz & Popular Music, Musicianship and Music Workshop Skills; he has done postgraduate study in secondary school Music Education and is about to complete an MA in Participatory & Community Arts. He started teaching guitar over 20 years ago to adults and children, gradually expanding into teaching singing, piano, musicianship, songwriting and eventually becoming a workshop facilitator and community choir leader. Philip’s personal musical path has been about building his own self esteem, confidence, courage and self-discipline as well as studying the technical aspects of music. A lifelong musical path has given him the experience and understanding to be able to help students break through any creative blocks to find their unique musical and vocal self-expression.
Philip will listen, and encourage you to explore and enjoy your musical journey. He offers ongoing encouragement, insights, positive feedback and creative ideas to inspire, motivate and build your confidence. He teaches essential technique, theory and how to use it, and help to correct bad habits, and to polish your skills and style. Learn your favourite music or compose your own; sing & play together; head for the stage or learn just for fun!
To start of this week we have a brilliant multi instrumental teacher, Claire. Claire is both a piano teacher and saxophone teacher. Less than a week now till the start of the school year, the perfect time to start thinking about your child’s music lessons. Below you can find Claire’s teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Claire is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Claire has been teaching music privately, in schools and adult education for over 25 years. She studied a music degree in Leeds and has a second degree in arts Management. As an Arts Development Officer at Rutland County Council, she set up music projects in schools and colleges to meet curriculum targets, and also ran projects across the community, with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. She moved to Brighton to be closer to her grown up children and to play classical and Jazz Saxophone in various different ensembles. She has a particular interest and passion for Jazz and improvisation but can teach all styles of Music. Her instruments are Saxophone and Piano and she is able to teach at her home or at pupil’s homes.
‘I am passionate about teaching music to both adults and children alike. There are many benefits that come from playing an instrument. It encourages learning and understanding across a range of subjects and for older people, it keeps the brain healthily active. It brings focus as well as enjoyment and when skills allow the student to play with other musicians, then a high degree of innate teamwork is developed. It is so much fun too!’
It’s a new violin teacher today, the brilliant Andrew! The violin is a great instrument for youngsters wanting to start music lessons, as they come in smaller sizes for smaller hands. Below you can find Andrew’s teaching profile, here you can find out about his teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Andrew is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Andrew is a Grade 8 classically trained violinist and has recently graduated with a First-Class BAHons in Music and a Foundation Degree in Professional Musicianship from the University of Sussex. Andrew is very experienced in performing on the violin, mandolin, keyboards, guitar and voice for bands in the UK & Europe as well as in session work. These experiences have broadened his musical approach and enable him to teach in both classical and modern traditions. He also has Grade 6 music theory and has composed for film and adverts. Accommodating to the needs of both parent and pupil, Andrew aims to provide a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for learning.
The lovely Sofie is today’s featured new tutor, she has come on board with us a a piano teacher. The piano is a great starting point for anyone looking to start music lessons and also works as a great second instrument for anyone already learning a musical instrument. Below you can find Sofie’s teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Sofie is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Sofie is a young, enthusiastic and experienced piano teacher who has been teaching for five years. Although classically trained, attending Purcell School’s international summer school and numerous masterclasses around the country, she has a passion for both classical and jazz music and loves nothing more than to see her students enjoying themselves at the piano. She places importance on taking care of the emotional well-being of her students, by ensuring that their learning experience is as relaxed and stress-free as possible, using an array of teaching methods including rhythm and theory games away from the piano to help establish a well-rounded understanding of music. Sofie has taken all of the ABRSM exams (up to Grade 8) and is currently working on her diploma, believing that by constantly evolving her own knowledge of the instrument, she is able to pass on fresh enthusiasm to her students. Thus far this has proved to have worked, with one student recently remarking, “My life is better because of your lessons!”. She has copious experience of teaching children of ages as young as 4 from scratch, as well as taking on adults, and students who have had previous experience.
Today as part of SCMT’S new tutor feature we have piano teacher Al. The piano is a very popular instrument and is very versatile, a great choice for someone who wants to start music lessons. Below you can find Al’s teaching profile, here you can find out about his teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Al is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Al has been playing piano for over 20 years taking an interest in Jazz Piano for the last 10 years. He values the depths of melody, rhythm & harmony, the three main aspects in music. He’s been playing professionally for many years gaining experience playing a mix of Jazz,Soul,Pop,Funk & Blues. Improvisation has been at the forefront with the majority of gigs being jazz led.
Having taught pupils ranging from age 7 to 60 years of age, he can adapt to the individual needs of the student & tailor lessons to suit you. Depending on your style, he’ll try to help you progress in that chosen field where possible.
Hopefully everyone had a restful bank holiday. Not long till the start of the new school year, when many parents are looking to start music lessons for their children. A common instrument is the voice. Today as part of SCMT’S new tutor feature we have singing teacher Sally! Below you can find her teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. Sally is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Sally is a welcoming and experienced singing teacher, dedicated to helping her students achieve their goals and grow in self confidence. She has been teaching since 2000, ranging from private 1-2-1 lessons, to teaching vocal lessons in schools and colleges. She is very dedicated to perfecting her craft and has achieved a diploma in Popular Music Performance at Vocaltech Vocal School where she was crowned ‘Performer of The Year’. She is a certified CoreSinging(TM) teacher and has a BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship from the Brighton Institute of Modern Music. Sally has also been lucky enough to train with Vocal Process and other leading name voice practitioners. As well as teaching, Sally is a keen songwriter and session vocalist. She has written and produced two original albums and continues to write for other artists such as previous X Factor finalists. As a session vocalist, Sally has recorded vocals for leading karaoke companies and radio jingles.
Today as part of SCMT’S new tutor feature we have another piano teacher, the brilliant Annalies! Below you can find her teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. It’s drawing ever closer to the start of a new school year, when many parents are looking to start music lessons for their children. Annalies is ready and waiting to take on new students, so please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected] to book your free into lesson.
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Annalies is a classically trained Pianist, who has just graduated from the University of Sussex in Anthropology. Alongside her passion for classical and jazz piano, she also loves to sing, which regularly takes her out onto the streets of Brighton to busk! Her approach towards lessons is one of fun and flexibility, learning to adapt lessons to the individual learning style of the student in order that each child gains the most out of their lessons. With music lessons having being a key part of her own childhood, she appreciates how an encouraging teacher, who also teaches good techniques early on, is crucial to the progress and enjoyment of the student. Enjoyment is key so that a long-lasting passion for the instrument is developed.
This month SCMT are featuring our new tutors in place of our normal ‘Composer/Musician of the Month’ feature. First up we have the lovely Louisa (pictured). Louisa has come on board with us as a piano teacher. Below you can find her teaching profile, here you can find out about her teaching styles, influences, experiences and much more. If you or someone you know would like to book in your free intro lesson with Louisa please contact Susanna direct on 01273 504505/07720 771053 or email [email protected]
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Louisa’s pupils always praise her for her relaxed and friendly approach to teaching, putting the nervous at ease and ensuring everyone walks out of her class with a smile on their face and a sense of achievement. Louisa enjoys teaching all styles of music, from Classical to Blues, and has performed in Jazz, Gypsy, Country, Swing, Latin and Klezmer bands. Her 20 years experience in teaching adults and children have taught her that everyone learns in different ways, enjoys playing different music, and has different personal goals when learning an instrument, so Louisa tailors each individual pupil’s course of study to match their personality.
Alongside learning your instrument Louisa’s classes also include learning a variety of techniques and ‘short-cuts’ that will make it easy to start playing the music you want to learn straight away. If desired, lessons can include learning improvisation skills, practising composition, and improving note-reading fluency, as well as learning band skills so you can feel confident playing with other people. She is happy preparing students for exams, or simply playing just for fun.
Every month SCMT pick a composer or musician to feature, but this month we are taking a slightly different angle. Over the last couple of weeks we have had 16 new music teachers come on board with us. So this month we will be featuring our new teachers!
Whether you are a parent of a young child wanting to start an instrument, a parent of a child wanting to change teachers or you yourself want to start learning it is vital to make sure you find the right tutor for your needs. Here at SCMT we make sure that all of our teachers are fully vetted, qualified and hold an up to date DBS (CRB). Before taking in a tutor they are interviewed by myself, therefore I know their musical upbringing, genres of music they specialise in, their teaching styles and much more. So when chatting through the sort of lessons you are after I can personally match you with the most suitable music teacher.
So please keep your eye on our latest news feed over the coming weeks, we will be featuring each new tutor in depth. We also have all our teachers, old and new, on our music teachers page. Whether you want, piano lessons, singing lessons, violin lessons or any other instrument, you can find detailed information on our teachers, to make you feel more comfortable when booking your first lesson.
SCMT are very pleased to announce that Jo (piano teacher) and Jinny (piano and violin teacher) have come on board with us. You can see their picture below and read their teaching profile on our teachers page. Don’t forget we will be featuring all of our new tutors in detail over the next few weeks.
Here at SCMT we are very excited to have had 12 new tutors come on board to work with us. They have all been added to our teachers page and we have briefly introduced you to them in our news blogs. Over the next couple of weeks we will be looking at each one in depth. Finding out about their teaching styles, musical interests and how to book in a lesson with them… so watch his space!
We are delighted to announce that Melissa (singing teacher), Zara (singing teacher) and Matt (trumpet teacher) are all coming on board with us. You can see their pictures below and find their full profile on our teachers page. Please get in touch if you would like lessons with Melissa, Zara, Matt or any of our other teachers.
