Simon - Sydenham Hill - Sibelius

Methodology

I am a professional musician living in London. I use my experience of professional performing situations to help my students develop quickly. I believe in pursuing whatever it is that you enjoy playing and what inspires you.

- Which subject(s) do you teach?

I teach a wide range of styles and genres on the Saxophone, namely Jazz, Classical and Pop. I also teach Classical Clarinet and Flute as well as Piano (Beginner-Intermediate), Harmony, Theory, Composition, Improvisation, Transcription and Sibelius software. I provide additional tutoring for GCSE and A Level Music.

- Tell me about your qualifications.

BMus (Hons) First Class, Trinity College of Music, first study Alto Saxophone.
Grade 8 in ABRSM/GSMD Grade Exams on Saxophone, Clarinet, Piano, and Grade 6 on Organ and in Music Theory.
A levels in Music (A), History (B), English (A) and French (B)
11 GSCEs at A*-A grade.

- How much do you charge?

My basic rate is £30.00/hr for instrumental tuition. For a Half-hour lesson I charge £20

- Where do you teach?

I teach at my home in SE18 or I am able to travel to you, depending on travel time and cost.

- When are you available?

I am usually available daytime or evening on most weekdays, saturday afternoons and most sundays.

- Which ages and levels do you teach?

All ages, all abilities on Saxophone and Clarinet. Beginner Flute and Piano.

- Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?

If requested I can prepare students for Music Theory Exams and Instrumental Grade Exams and can offer assistance with academic studies, for example GCSE and A Level Music.

- Do you have a personal message for students?

My teaching style is flexible; I allow the unique learning style of each of my students dictate how I approach specific areas of improvement. I also have much experience with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyspraxia.