About

I have a been teaching brass instruments and working as a professional trombone player since 2016. I have a relaxed approach to teaching whilst maintaining a focus on progression.

I have lots of experience playing in ensembles of various styles such as orchestras, big bands, wind bands, jazz ensembles, pit bands, brass bands, wedding/function bands and play regularly with a New Orleans style brass band.

I received a first in BA Music from university, specialising in trombone performance.

I am assistant conductor of the West Wiltshire Youth Orchestra and lead the Prep Wind Band at Warminster School.

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What I / we help young people achieve

I encourage students to take exams as they are a useful way of measuring progress and provide a performance opportunity for their hard work. I don't believe that exams are the be-all or end-all and am equally happy not to go down the exam route.

I encourage students to take part in as many ensembles and performance opportunities as they can to help with their musical development and confidence in playing.

I have a 100% pass rate for exams.

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Opportunities for children & young people

• To learn to play an instrument and / or develop skills on an instrument
• To play, perform music with others
• To develop their wellbeing

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Also Works With

Wiltshire Young Musicians

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Times

• Term Time
• After School
• Weekends
• School Holidays

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Working with special needs

I have taught children with SEND requirements and used to work as a supply teaching assistant in special needs schools so have a wealth of experience working with students of all ages with SEND.

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