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Robert
- Rate £45
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- Music reading
- Trumpet
- Cornet
- Bugle
- Tenor Horn
Professional musician offering one to one upper-brass lessons online. Instruments include trumpet, cornet, tenor horn, flugelhorn and more.
- Music reading
- Trumpet
- Cornet
- Bugle
- Tenor Horn
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About Robert
- What kind of experience do you have?
I have taught children and adults for many years. I have experience in whole class teaching from year 2 to year 6, as well as one to one lessons to all ages. I used to teach brass for Slough Music Service, and I am currently the brass and music teacher at Young Music Makers in Highgate.
My playing experience includes Royal Shakespeare Company, Decibel Contemporary Music Group, Hackney Colliery Band, Hosen Brass Band and many more. I have played with top brass bands including Desford Colliery Band, Flowers Band, Sovereign Brass and many more. I regularly record for library albums, and have performed on TV and Radio including Channel 4's Hollyoaks, Don't Tell The Bride, BBC's Good Omens, BBC Radio, Free Radio Birmingham and many more. in December 2012 i performed the European Premier of Barbara York's Concerto for Tuba and Orchestra.
As a student I was Principal Tuba of both City of Birmingham Symphony Youth Orchestra and the National Youth Wind Orchestra of Great Britain.
My singing experience includes various projects as a student performing works such as Handel's 'Creation' and Haydn's 'Zadok the Priest' as well as various Gilbert and Sullivan Operas. I also run Owl Weekend a cappella group, and regularly perform with London Contemporary Voices.
- Do you have an up-to-date DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service, formerly CRB) Certificate?
Yes.
- Where and with whom did you train?
I studied at Birmingham Conservatoire, having studied Tuba with Graham Sibley (CBSO), David Gordon Shute (Birmingham Royal Ballet) and Stuart Birnie (ex-CBSO), Bass Trombone with Bob Hughes (various Orchestras) and David Vines (CBSO), and later Tuba with Kevin Morgan (RPO).
- Do you belong to any professional organisations?
I am a member of the Musicians Union.
- Tell me about some of your current students.
My current students range from 7-70 years of age, learning instruments from Trumpet to Tuba.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
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English
Hi there! My name is Bob and I'm a professional Tuba/Bass Trombone Player and friendly teacher based in Surrey and London.
- Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach all Brass Instruments, from Trumpet to Tuba up to a high level as well as Brass Chamber Music (this being a large proportion of my professional portfolio) as well as Music Theory.
I also teach basic singing to beginners and intermediate level singers who want to learn/solidify basic techniques, boost their confidence and improve general musicianship.
Musicianship skills are also offered as a separate lesson and are a great way to infuse yourself with self confidence.
- Tell me about your qualifications.
I have a Bachelor of Music Degree with Honours in Brass Performance from Birmingham Conservatoire, having studied Tuba with Graham Sibley (CBSO), David Gordon Shute (Birmingham Royal Ballet) and Stuart Birnie (ex-CBSO), and Bass Trombone with Bob Hughes (various Orchestras) and David Vines (CBSO). Post-graduating I studied with Kevin Morgan (RPO) in London.
- How much do you charge?
I charge £45 per hour, to include local travel expenses.
- Where do you teach?
Lessons can take place in your home, mine, or online.
- When are you available?
As long as i don't have evening concert bookings i can usually teach the following days and times;
Monday - 8am - 8pm
Tuesday - 8am - 8pm
Wednesday - 8am - 8pm
Thursday - 8am - 8pm
Friday - 8am - 8pm
Sunday - 10am - 3pm
- Which ages and levels do you teach?
I am willing to teach all ages and all levels of playing, from beginner to advanced players.
- Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
I am able to prepare students for any grade exams and diplomas including ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall. As a Graduate and orchestral player I can also help prepare students for Music College Auditions, local orchestra auditions or even just helping players prepare parts ready for band rehearsals.
- Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
Online lessons take place on zoom.
- Do you have a personal message for students?
Music is a wonderful subject, there is nothing like being able to sit in front of hundreds of people and be able to show the world your talents and skills, the feeling of adrenaline thrill as you do what you love. In a lot of professions your acheivements are hidden or given a pat on the back or a certificate and then forgotten again. In music your acheivements are celebrated every time you perform, welcomed with applause from your audience and appreciated, no matter how big or small the amount of spectators, and there is no feeling in the world that makes you feel the same way. It does take a lot of work, but even along the way you are being applauded and appreciated, and the rewards are amazing.
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Bobby is a super kind and friendly teacher. I learned trumpet with Bobby, and he was patient, knew what he was talking about, and gave me the confidence to continue learning.
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Rates
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- £45
Pack prices
- 5h: £200
- 10h: £390
online
- £45/h
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