Teaching
My current teaching covers a variety of schools in Wiltshire and Berkshire where I mainly teach clarinet and saxophone from beginners to post-Grade 8, as well as a growing teaching practice in Calne for both children and adults. I have a healthy interest in coaching ensembles and am currently directing clarinet and saxophone groups, a big band, junior wind band and ensembles for GCSE performance. Previously I have taught clarinet, saxophone and flute in a variety of schools, and general woodwind to groups and individuals for music services in Buckinghamshire and Waltham Forest. I currently hold a enhanced DBS (March 2015).
I firmly believe every pupil has a personal capacity for learning based on his or her individual experiences, knowledge and interests. Within my teaching, I harness this with a pupil-centred approach which involves gentle encouragement alongside the setting of achievable goals and challenges, whilst catering for their individual needs and strengths. In using a wide variety of music, sometimes enhanced with the use of music technology, and where possible linked to other aspects of their musical curriculum, I find repertoire that sparks interest, imagination and enthusiasm, whilst developing traditional skills and knowledge.
I firmly believe every pupil has a personal capacity for learning based on his or her individual experiences, knowledge and interests. Within my teaching, I harness this with a pupil-centred approach which involves gentle encouragement alongside the setting of achievable goals and challenges, whilst catering for their individual needs and strengths. In using a wide variety of music, sometimes enhanced with the use of music technology, and where possible linked to other aspects of their musical curriculum, I find repertoire that sparks interest, imagination and enthusiasm, whilst developing traditional skills and knowledge.
School Lessons
Instrumental Lessons
Clarinet – Saxophone – Flute – Recorder – Music Theory
Lessons within schools can either be for individuals or small groups.
Cost: Individual/group lessons £30-£36 per hour (based on 10 lessons per term).
Instrumental class music (KS2)
I have a wide experience of Key Stage 2 Whole Class Instrumental Music Lessons. These provide a valuable opportunity for pupils to develop both listen and performing skills, in an enjoyable and relaxed setting. I can provide either short courses of 10 weeks or a full year of 30 weeks. Sessions provide a structured stepping stone towards learning other woodwind instruments and can be tailor-made for your school’s requirements.
Cost: Instrumental class music from £15-£18 per 30 minute session. Minimum of 10 lessons.
* Instruments (recorders, clarinets etc) to be provided by the school/pupils
Instrumental Lessons
Clarinet – Saxophone – Flute – Recorder – Music Theory
Lessons within schools can either be for individuals or small groups.
Cost: Individual/group lessons £30-£36 per hour (based on 10 lessons per term).
Instrumental class music (KS2)
I have a wide experience of Key Stage 2 Whole Class Instrumental Music Lessons. These provide a valuable opportunity for pupils to develop both listen and performing skills, in an enjoyable and relaxed setting. I can provide either short courses of 10 weeks or a full year of 30 weeks. Sessions provide a structured stepping stone towards learning other woodwind instruments and can be tailor-made for your school’s requirements.
Cost: Instrumental class music from £15-£18 per 30 minute session. Minimum of 10 lessons.
* Instruments (recorders, clarinets etc) to be provided by the school/pupils