Hands Music - Local Tutors

Horns

Trombone

Trumpet

Tristan Gaudion - Trumpet
07821 989 021 Email
Twickenham (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama)

Experience - Teaching since 2001. Perform all musical styles professionally since 1998. Absolute beginners to post-Grade 8 standard

Notes - Learn from the comfort of your own home. When Grade6+,students are invited to play with a 1st section brass band to gain ensemble performance experience. I also teach cornet, flugelhorn and high trumpets.

John Humphries - Trumpet
020 8393 6067 - Email - Epsom (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MA (Oxon).

Experience - 30 years teaching horn, trumpet and other brass, from beginners to diploma level. I am also an experienced music examiner. I have played the natural horn with orchestras including The Academy of Ancient Music and have written one of the standard histories of the horn.

Notes - While my teaching is based on solid technical and musical principles, I am a firm believer that playing an instrument should be fun, whatever your level. I am also available to teach music theory and for GCSE and A Level coaching.

Vickie Curran - Trumpet
07813859658 - 02089417984 - Email - Website - Hampton Hill (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Guildhall School of Music and Drama BMus Hons. Royal Academy of Music PGDip.

Experience - 12 years teaching experience, Head of Brass Richmond Music Trust, currently teaching in several local private and state schools, and several private students.

Notes - Freelance trumpet player. Also www.bombshellettes.com.

Richard Bennett - Trumpet
07980424405 - 02083909400 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - GRSM (Royal College of Music), Post-Graduate Certificate of Advanced Study.

Experience - I have many years experience as a professional horn player. I have been a member of the orchestras of no fewer than nine West End shows, and I have worked as a freelance player with a number of well-known orchestras.

Notes - I teach all levels from beginner onwards, having formerly taught Brass at Guildford High School, and for the borough of Merton, plus private pupils. I can also prepare pupils for theory exams.

Elinor Young - Trumpet
07535 813 402 Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Voice, Grade 7 Piano, Grade 7 Trumpet

Experience - Secondary Music PGCE

Notes - Classical music and theory

Steve Whelan - Trumpet
020 8397 0417 Email - Chessington (Map)
Trumpet CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications -

Experience - Freelance trumpet player/brass tutor for over 20 years. Schools include Notre Dame (Cobham), Felton Fleet, Wimbledon High, St Andrew's Prep (Woking)

Notes - Friendly, professional brass tuition for ages 6-60! Excellent references available. I also hold a certificate in Safguarding Child Protection

Rachelle Bradley - Trumpet
Email - Surbiton (Map)
Trumpet CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications -

Experience - 3 years teaching privately and for an academy

Notes - Teach all styles, beginner-intermediate level.

Paul Thornton - Trumpet
07768241957 - 02083399220 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA (Hons) Music, ALCM, LGSM.

Experience - Trumpet - Richmond College, Trumpet + Piano - German School, Highgate School. 20 years private teaching grades 1-8.

Notes - Studied at the Royal College of Music. I teach all the grades (children + adults) 1-8 on both piano and trumpet. I am also happy to teach beginners-advanced without doing the exams in both classical/jazz.

Andy Relf - Trumpet
07584 018 402 - Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Music GCSE, Music A Level, Music Tech A Level. Grade 5 Theory, Trumpet Grade 4. Studying Music Technology Degree.

Experience - Playing Trumpet for 12 years. Taught a small number of people. Played in big bands, brass bands and smaller ensembles.

Notes - I teach general trumpet skills and range from jazz to more latin style music. I play the trumpet for fun and enjoy funk and improvisation. I'm happy to teach absolute beginners to intermediates.

Sam Edgington - Trumpet
07870275301 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Degree BA Hons. Grade 8 Bass + Trumpet.

Experience - I have been teaching for 5 years, 100% pass rate exams ABRSM and Rockschool. All styles/techniques taught, focusing on particular areas that pupils would like to.

Notes - I am a full time musician/teacher performing regularly in a variety of styles on all the instruments listed above.

Jim Bush - Trumpet
07960351426 - 02084040150 Email
Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) - Royal College of Music. Affiliate - Institute for learning.

Experience - Formerly Principle Horn - Orquestra do Norte, Portugal; freelance player in London; Lecturer of Horn - Kingston University; Over 15 years teaching privately and in schools.

Notes - Horn + Trumpet. All ages and levels taught, at home or in studio.

Drums & Percussion

Jonathan Hall - Drums
07793 215 711 - Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Pro Diploma BIMM.

Experience - 5 years teaching and session work. Do the Rockschool grades, with 100% pass rate.

Notes - Specialise in rock/pop modern styles. Teach beginner to advanced.

Stuart Francis - Drums
07783085818 - 02083912142 - Email - Website - Chessington (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Drumsense Teaching Certificates 1 and 2. Working towards Performance Diploma.

Experience - I have been teaching privately for the past 5 years on the Drumsense teaching programme. I have been playing the drums for 15 years and can play many styles.

Notes - Styles include rock, jazz, metal, latin etc. I have my own teaching facilities. I am in two bands, one professional, one amatuer. I teach from 8-adult.

Tom Charlton - Drums
07870 394 299 - Email - Surrey
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - 6 years one-to-one tuition and group tuition specialising in the Rockschool syllabus, a contemporary grade system that embraces modern styles. I also offer tuition in traditional music theory as applied to all instruments to develop the skill of reading and writing music.

Notes - A working musician who teaches pupils in their own homes on their own instruments around Surrey.

John Harris - Drums
07810 838 819 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus First Class Honours Degree in Music Performance.

Experience - Over 6 years experience teaching all ages from complete beginners to advanced player. Over a decade of performing experience playing genres ranging from jazz to rock and folk to classical in venues around the world.

Notes - I teach a range of styles including pop, jazz, rock and Latin, and also cater for students wishing to take the graded drum kit examinations. I also like to offer the skills and musicianship needed for a drummer to perform in a band or ensemble.

Alan Watkiss - Drums
020 8546 6311 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Attended Leeds College of Music.

Experience - 25 years teaching experience. Privately/schools. Vast playing experience. All areas of music.

Notes - V good communication skills and very friendly. Every style taught. Good teaching studio. Exam grades taken if required.

Ian Fereday - Drums
07961639267 - 02083900993 - Email - Website - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Music Teaching Diploma, Grade 8 Drum Kit.

Experience - Over 20 years experience of teaching and playing drums in a variety of different bands and assignments.

Notes - All styles & ability levels taught. State of the art teaching facility with left and right handed kits. Specialist in teaching the Rockschool Music Grades for drums with 100% pass rate.

David Shaw - Drums
07866891587 - 01932224735 - Email - Website - Walton-on-Thames (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA (Hons) Popular Music, Higher Diploma Popular Music.

Experience - Over 9 years teaching experience. I have studied with some of the country's leading educators including Mike Sturgis (Asia, Wishbone Ash), Pete Riley (Keith Emerson, Republica) and drum guru Bob Armstrong. I have performed at Sydney Opera House, Colston Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Birmingham Town Hall, Prospect Park (NYC), Singapore Arts Festival, Wisla Hall (Poland) and more.

Notes - All Ages and abilities, lessons from well equipped studio with pro level drum kit, 100% grade exam pass rate, post lesson support. Areas covered include: grade exams, performance/recording preparation, musical styles, hand/foot technique, reading/theory, transcribing. I draw from a detailed lesson syllabus I have written but will often write material specifically to match the student's needs.

Anne Hornby - Percussion
07881824241 - 02087449001 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus.

Experience - 10 years of experience teaching Grade 5 and Grade 6 Theory to children and adults.

Notes - A concentrated course of lessons specifically aimed at overcoming the Grade 5 hurdle. No experience of earlier grades necessary. I also teach steel pan.

Phil Warren - Drums
07789 902 169 - Email - Website - East Molesey
Will Travel

Qualifications - A-Level Music.

Experience - 10 years teaching privately - 8 years full time.

Notes - Contemporary rock/pop styles. I primarily teach pupils to play their favourite music using their own mp3s/CDs. I teach pupil's in their own home - Kingston, Teddington and Surbiton and surrounding areas.

Jason Reay - Drums
07785 987 708 - Email - Hampton Wick (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA Hons 2:1.

Experience - I've a wealth of playing & teaching experience spanning over 25 years and can offer a wide range of studies to suit individual needs.

Notes - I teach students from 6 upwards - beginners to advanced most welcome.

Accordion

Autoharp

Banjo

Harp

Mandolin

Bass Guitar

James Phillips - Bass Guitar
07908 939 269 - Email - Kingstone (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) Degree in Music Composition. Grade 8 Bass, Music (A-Level & GCSE)

Experience - 6 years teaching experience, 12 years playing, performing and composition experience

Notes - Technique, performance and music theory covered. Popular styles taught, including pop, rock, blues, funk, jazz, dance, R&B.

Karl Sursham - Bass Guitar
07849 129 731 - Email - Ewell (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Diploma, High Diploma, Bass Performance (BA Hons - ACM, currently studying)

Experience - Several years live performance experience, and bass dep's.

Notes - Any styles/abilities. Beginners welcome.

Tristan Jones - Bass Guitar
07779 078 648 - Email - Chessington (Map)

Qualifications - BA Hons - Commercial Music (University of Westminster), Grade 8 Rockschool

Experience - Private guitar/bass tuition since 2003, and I have taught over 30 pupils. I also have lots of experience in performance, composition and recording. My pupils have 100% Rockschool pass rate, and I have also privately tutored for GCSE Music, with 100% A* pass rate.

Notes - I plan lessons based around each individual pupil's musical tastes and requirements, mainly working with rock & pop styles. I teach technique, composition and theory through songs that the pupil is familiar with, and aim to give pupils the skills to enjoy playing and flourish outside lessons. Intermediate and advanced pupils also welcome.

Christie Grinham - Bass Guitar
07916 619 596 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)

Qualifications - Bass Guitar RGT Grade 8, Popular Music Theory RGT 5, Music A Level, Music Tech A Level.

Experience - Currently studying for a diploma for teaching bass guitar with RGT.

Notes - I can teach any style for 4,5, 6 string bass at grades 1-8. Beginners welcome. Don't have to study for grades if you don't want. Currently studying music at Kingston University.

Paul Rickard - Bass Guitar
07599544411 - 02084870051 - Email - Website - East Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - Over 20 years experience as a bandleader, player, singer and teacher.

Notes - All contemporary styles, specializing in improvising - solos and rhythm. Also teach songwriting and recording technique. Also Logic/Cubase.

Chaz Hart - Bass Guitar
07917573591 - 02082240008 - Email - Website - Esher (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - L.R.A.M. LCM Rock and Classical examiner.

Experience - 35 years - various local schools plus personal one to one tuition. Session player for 25 years.

Notes - Most styles inc rock, classical, acoustic, folk, flamenco, jazz, blues. Books written for guitar: Rhythm Guitar Playing, covering all grades (books 1-3), Classic Collection with CD, 10 Best Tracks for Acoustic Guitar (Most pieces featured in LCM exams). Written many pieces for Total Guitar magazine.

Dan Joseph - Bass Guitar
07949 598 611 - Email - Website - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Performance Guitar Bass Voice 1999.

Experience - I have 15 years experience in teaching, playing professionally at concerts, sessions and functions. I have worked alongside Eddie Izzard, Tony Hadley, Killer Queen, Sir Cliff Richard and Shirley Bassey.

Notes - I have a fun and effective approach for all ages levels and styles motivating you to improve. What you want to learn is incorporated into lessons. i have 30 plus regular students. I encourage most in getting bands off the ground and some have had commercial success. Adults brush up as a hobby, and as a profession.

Freddy D'Albert - Bass Guitar
07973538026 - 02089792606 - Email - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Professional for 49 years

Experience - Professional guitarist since 1960's. Worked for Marty Wilde, Joe Brown, 21 years with American Drifters, played at the Whitehouse USA for Bill Clinton, managed by Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, house band for Atlantic Records, toured with many American artists.

Notes - Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classical, Bass guitar. All levels. Trinity Guildhall and Rockschool exams.

Jim Page - Bass Guitar
07742674700 - 02083905721 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Grade 5 Theory, Rockschool Grade 6 guitar + Grade 5 bass

Experience - 6 years teaching. 80% of students complete a least one grade. I have been playing for 30 years.

Notes - Live performance on guitar & bass in junior bands (up to grade 2) and senior bands (grade 3 upwards). Rockschool grades guitar and bass good passes at grade 5.

Ian Davies - Bass Guitar
07737 363 173 - Email - Website - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MA Music Performance, BA (Hons) Music, DipHe Popular Music Performance.

Experience - Over 10 years teaching experience - private and local authority music services.

Notes - Lessons are structured for all levels, from beginner to advanced, and all styles, from rock to jazz and funk to classical. Practical and fun lessons for all, with the opportunity to do grades only if you want to.

Paul Wagstaffe - Bass Guitar
07912 123 500 - Email - Website - Tolworth (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - 2 years Salford College music & Technology.

Experience - 22 years professional performance. Theatre, ships, panto, holiday parks, advertising, radio.

Notes - From beginners to advanced, music theory, reading and technique.

Kip Trevor - Bass Guitar
07932966334 - 02086050238 - Email - Website - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Leicester School of Music - Theory Teaching dip. (Francis Wright).

Experience - Teaching since mid 70's in between touring as a professional musician, and from 1980 working in Music Publishing, at Carlin, Chappell, Island, BMG and Rondor Music. Now running Websongs music registration.

Notes - I teach mostly beginners, and have an aptitude for maintaining students interest this critical stage of their development.

Robert Ahwai - Bass Guitar
07736733413 - 02085464709 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked

Experience - More than 5 years experience teaching privately. Teaching for KMAS in Kingston schools for 5 years. Over 25 years performing+recording experience, with artists such as Chris Rea, George Michael, Brian Eno and Wham.

Notes - I teach all styles of electric, acoustic and bass guitar, and classical guitar to Grade 1 (beginners).

Ashley Griggs - Bass Guitar
07956421999 - 02089790978 - Email - Website - West Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - 8 years teaching, producer with 2 albums and radio plays in UK/Europe + live radio sessions for BBC.

Notes - Rock, blues, reggae, funk, songwriting. Production + advice on the music business as a career. Friendly fun approach.

Sam Edgington - Bass Guitar
07870275301 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Degree BA Hons. Grade 8 Bass + Trumpet.

Experience - I have been teaching for 5 years, 100% pass rate exams ABRSM and Rockschool. All styles/techniques taught, focusing on particularareas that pupils would like to.

Notes - I am a full time musician/teacher performing regularly in a variety of styles on all the instruments listed above.

Classical Guitar

Chaz Hart - Classical Guitar
07917573591 - 02082240008 - Email - Website - Esher (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - L.R.A.M. LCM Rock and Classical examiner.

Experience - 35 years - various local schools plus personal one to one tuition. Session player for 25 years.

Notes - Most styles inc rock, classical, acoustic, folk, flamenco, jazz, blues. Books written for guitar: Rhythm Guitar Playing, covering all grades (books 1-3), Classic Collection with CD, 10 Best Tracks for Acoustic Guitar (Most pieces featured in LCM exams). Written many pieces for Total Guitar magazine.

Tony Heiberg - Classical Guitar
07557335034 - 02089745876 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - I teach for KMS, MMF and privately and am rated 'excellent' as a tutor by Julia Childs the former head of KMS All of my students who have taken exams in either classical guitar or rock school have earned Merits and Distinctions.

Experience - I have played thousands of jazz, classical and pop gigs in New York and across Europe and the far east. I have also appeared on rap and dance records and have jammed with Carlos Santana and Chaka Khan.

Notes - I am a jazz specialist but also teach classical and rock school grades 1-8. I play gigs around town, and my band hosts the Jazz Jam @ The Queen's Head, Richmond Road every Sunday. My 1st CD In Vino Veritas got a great review from John Bungey of The Times, while my bands next CD will be out soon on Link Records.

Martin Shaw - Classical Guitar
07904162690 - 02088916889 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked -

Qualifications - Grade 8 Associated Board Practical/Theory Cert Ed Music. ILEA Music related qualifications.

Experience - Peripatetic ILEA Guitar Teacher 1967-1974. State Music Teacher 1977-1998. Retired from State Teaching, 6 years part-time Guitar Teacher, Brockwood Park School (Private) Hampshire 1996-2002. Kew Young Musician Sats 2005-2010. Private tuition in own studio in Twickenham.

Notes - Advanced classical tuition Grade 5+ Trinity Guildhall Syllabus. Works studied by Albeniz, Bouwer, Granados, Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos.

Freddy D'Albert - Classical Guitar
07973538026 - 02089792606 - Email - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Professional for 49 years

Experience - Professional guitarist since 1960's. Worked for Marty Wilde, Joe Brown, 21 years with American Drifters, played at the Whitehouse USA for Bill Clinton, managed by Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, house band for Atlantic Records, toured with many American artists.

Notes - Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classical, Bass guitar. All levels. Trinity Guildhall and Rockschool exams.

Craig Anders - Classical Guitar
07779133156 - 02087830389 - Email - Hampton Hill (Map)
Will Travel

Experience - Professional rock musician and writer in 1970's - several albums, tv, radio, touring. Now plays classical guitar (30 years experience), teaches and performs.

Notes - Classical Guitar: beginners to advanced, Rock Guitar: all levels, Jazz Guitar: beginners.

Ian Topping - Classical Guitar
07514557573 - 02083975708 - Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Residential courses achieved.

Experience - Mainly teaching adults since 2003, tutor at Kingston Adult Education Service.

Notes - Concentrate on a classical music style. I use a structured method to enable the student to play quickly at beginner and intermediate level.

Chris Keyte - Classical Guitar
07849 776 934 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Composition Degree 2:1 BMus(Hons).

Experience - Teaching for four years. Pupils aged 7-50s.

Notes - Classical, rock, pop, folk. Rockschool, RGT, Classical grades.

Guitar

Tristan Jones - Guitar
07779 078 648 - Email - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA Hons - Commercial Music (University of Westminster), Grade 8 Rockschool.

Experience - Private guitar/bass tuition since 2003, and I have taught over 30 pupils. I also have lots of experience in performance, composition and recording. My pupils have 100% Rockschool pass rate, including at higher grades, and I have also privately tutored for GCSE Music, with a 100% A* pass rate.

Notes - Lessons take place in my home studio. I plan lessons based around each individual pupil's musical tastes and requirements, mainly working with rock & pop styles. I teach performance, technique, composition and theory in the context of songs they listen to, helping them understand the links between what they are learning and music they enjoy. Intermediate and advanced pupils also welcome, in both electric and acoustic styles. Facilities to record students and teach music production.

Dan Godfrey - Guitar
07763 114 537 - Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Bmus in Music Performance at Kingston Uni.

Experience - Over ten years playing experience, acoustic, electric, some classical.

Notes - Great for beginners in blues, rock, pop, jazz styles.

James Phillips - Guitar
07908 939 269 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) Degree in Music Composition. Grade 8 Bass, Music (A-Level & GCSE)

Experience - 6 years teaching experience, 12 years playing, performing and composition experience

Notes - Technique, performance and music theory covered. Popular styles taught, including pop, rock, blues, funk, jazz, dance, R&B.

Simon Weidemann - Guitar
- Email - Website - Shepperton (Map)

Qualifications - BTEC Music Performance, Bachelors Degree in Music, Masters Degree in Composing for Film & TV, Grade 8 Guitar.

Experience - Played guitar for 12 years, played in bands, enjoy all forms of music.

Notes - Can teach pop, rock and metal guitar, especially lead. Can also teach theory, composition and songwriting.

Chris Williams - Guitar
07810 868 283 - Email - www.tianwilliams.com - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Mmus in Music Performance (Studying). BA hons Contemporary Popular Music (2:1). HND Contemporary Music Performance - Guitar (Merit). Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Centre (PTLLS) level 4.

Experience - I have been teaching privately for the past two years. I have worked and performed extensively throughout the UK and Europe since 2005 including touring around Greece and Spain with a variety of acts. Currently I work and tour with artists including The Scarletz, and Hashell.

Notes - I have a lot of experience teaching rock, funk, blues and pop music. I am also proficient at many acoustic techniques and am able to teach classical guitar.

Tony Heiberg - Guitar
07557335034 - 02089745876 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - I teach for KMS, MMF and privately and am rated 'excellent' as a tutor by Julia Childs the former head of KMS All of my students who have taken exams in either classical guitar or rock school have earned Merits and Distinctions.

Experience - I have played thousands of jazz, classical and pop gigs in New York and across Europe and the far east. I have also appeared on rap and dance records and have jammed with Carlos Santana and Chaka Khan.

Notes - I am a jazz specialist but also teach classical and rock school grades 1-8. I play gigs around town, and my band hosts the Jazz Jam @ The Queen's Head, Richmond Road every Sunday. My 1st CD In Vino Veritas got a great review from John Bungey of The Times, while my bands next CD will be out soon on Link Records.

Chaz Hart - Guitar
07917573591 - 02082240008 - Email - Website - Esher (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - L.R.A.M. LCM Rock and Classical examiner.

Experience - 35 years - various local schools plus personal one to one tuition. Session player for 25 years.

Notes - Most styles inc rock, classical, acoustic, folk, flamenco, jazz, blues. Books written for guitar: Rhythm Guitar Playing, covering all grades (books 1-3), Classic Collection with CD, 10 Best Tracks for Acoustic Guitar (Most pieces featured in LCM exams). Written many pieces for Total Guitar magazine.

Dan Joseph - Guitar
07949 598 611 - Email - Website - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Performance Guitar Bass Voice 1999.

Experience - I have 15 years experience in teaching, playing professionally at concerts, sessions and functions. I have worked alongside Eddie Izzard, Tony Hadley, Killer Queen, Sir Cliff Richard and Shirley Bassey.

Notes - I have a fun and effective approach for all ages levels and styles motivating you to improve. What you want to learn is incorporated into lessons. i have 30 plus regular students. I encourage most in getting bands off the ground and some have had commercial success. Adults brush up as a hobby, and as a profession.

Paul Rickard - Guitar
07599544411 - 02084870051 - Email - Website - East Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - Over 20 years experience as a bandleader, player, singer and teacher.

Notes - All contemporary styles, specialising in improvising - solos and rhythm. Also teach songwriting and recording technique. Also Logic/Cubase.

Andy Baker - Guitar
07719 877 448 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) Music Degree.

Experience - 25 years teaching experience. Teach for RBK and Richmond Music Trust.

Notes - All styles taught - rock, blues, jazz, pop, indie, country, acoustic, plus scales, modes, theory, sight reading. Experienced session guitarist. Professional.

Samuel Keer - Guitar
07745 702 956 - Email - Purley (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Bachelor of Music Degree, Music + Music Technology A Level, GCSE Music.

Experience - 12 years guitar playing experience. I have 7 years instrumental teaching experience both privately and in schools. 3 years experience in school teaching and Special Educational Needs. Specialising in contemporary electric and acoustic styles - rock, pop, blues, funk, jazz, metal, country and acoustic finger-style.

Notes - 1:1 tuition lasting 30 mins or 1 hour. All ages welcome from beginner-advanced. Lesson content is engaging, flexible and designed to the students needs, with achievable targets and regular feedback. Graded exams, music theory, rhythm, lead, improvisation, composition, developing confidence, ensemble playing, performance, GCSE/A Level or your favourite songs all covered.

Elliot Rochester - Guitar
07806935438 - 02083976578 - Email - Tolworth (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Grade 8 Rockschool Guitar.

Experience - Two years experience teaching guitar.

Notes - Versatile and willing to teach all styles from classical to rock or jazz. Length of lessons can be whatever is desired. Can also simply help the student with a structured, productive, rewarding and most importantly enjoyable practice between lessons with another tutor.

Andrea Landinez - Guitar
07402 129 462 - Email - Website Southfields (Map)

Qualifications - Bachelors in Music with emphasis in lyrical singing. Currently studying a Master in Production of Popular Music.

Experience - 5+ years teaching popular singing for children aged 8-17. Music training for toddlers and young children. Lessons for guitar beginners.

Notes - Popular music, jazz, lyrical singing, bossa nova. Children's song composition. Recording techniques.

Freddy D'Albert - Guitar
07973538026 - 02089792606 - Email - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Professional for 49 years

Experience - Professional guitarist since 1960's. Worked for Marty Wilde, Joe Brown, 21 years with American Drifters, played at the Whitehouse USA for Bill Clinton, managed by Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, house band for Atlantic Records, toured with many American artists.

Notes - Jazz, Rock, Blues, Classical, Bass guitar. All levels. Trinity Guildhall and Rockschool exams.

Tom Ashton - Guitar
02083981493 - Thames Ditton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus/MMus (London University).

Experience - As well as schools teaching, I have been teaching various musical instruments, theory and composition for fifteen years.

Notes - I teach in a variety of popular, rock and classical styles and try to adapt to the student's musical tastes and ambitions as much as possible.

Craig Anders - Classical Guitar
07779133156 - 02087830389 - Email - Hampton Hill (Map)
Will Travel

Experience - Professional rock musician and writer in 1970's - several albums, tv, radio, touring. Now plays classical guitar (30 years experience), teaches and performs.

Notes - Classical Guitar: beginners to advanced, Rock Guitar: all levels, Jazz Guitar: beginners.

Jim Page - Guitar
07742674700 - 02083905721 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Grade 5 Theory, Rockschool Grade 6 guitar + Grade 5 bass.

Experience - 6 years teaching. 80% of students complete a least one grade. I have been playing for 30 years.

Notes - Live performance on guitar & bass in junior bands (upto grade 2) and senior bands (grade 3 upwards). Rockschool grades guitar and bass good passes at grade 5.

Nic Webb - Guitar
07907 735 038 - Email - Ham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - GCSE Music, A-Level Music, AS-Level Music Tech, Currently studying 2nd Year of degree in music.

Experience - Have taught children of different abilities and musical interests for 1 year, musical background includes performing in cover gigs and composing for 4 years, have reached grade 8 guitar level and I have worked with children on an after-school programme before.

Notes - Specialise in blues and rock guitar but can play any genre, happy to teach any age group. i usually aim to teach each pupil uniquely, as everyone has their own musical ambitions and issues unique to them. I have played guitar for 13 years.

Richard o'Donnell - Guitar
07772 449 510 - Email - Wimbledon (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BTEC National Diploma Popular Music - DDD, ABRSM Music Theory Grade 5 -Distinction.

Experience - One year of teaching during my second year at college. Helper at local summer club for 4 years.

Notes - Basic introduction to guitar (popular). Also would supply a basic grounding in music theory.

Nicole Carrel - Guitar
07903532580 - 02089490591 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, PGCE (Music spec.).

Experience - Specialist music teacher - Primary. Experienced teacher with many exam successes.

Notes - Folk/pop guitar. Happy to teach for enjoyment or exams.

Clive Copland - Guitar
07956374623 - 02088763728 - Email - Kew (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 3 Flute, experience playing with different bands since 1972.

Experience - Experience playing with different bands. Regular band at Ronnie Scotts in the 1970's-80's. Teaching experience for 2 years locally.

Notes - Have been teaching a young boy age 8 the guitar and have taught other children and adults of differing ages and abilities of all styles of guitar over the last 2 years. Pupils mostly come to the house as we have a music room available for lessons. Child pupils can request a home visit.

Ryan Marsh - Guitar
07774 002 592 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BTec Popular Music, Guitar Institute Diploma, BA Hons Commercial Music, RGT registered.

Experience - Several years experience, currently teaching in Surrey school as well as privately.

Notes - Popular/contemporary, electric/acoustic.

Robert Percy - Guitar
07950209747 - 02088923995 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - PhD in Music. BMus Degree in Music (1st Class Honours).

Experience - 18 years experience in guitar tuition. University lecturing (part time, ongoing). School peripatetic tuition and some classroom experience.

Notes - Styles include pop, rock, jazz, folk and children's (fun) pieces. Classical: beginners only. All ages and levels. Flexible (tailored) approach to learning. Music theory and composition can be integrated into lessons. Central Twickenham, very close to car park. References upon request.

Kip Trevor - Guitar
07932966334 - 02086050238 - Email - Website - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Leicester School of Music - Theory Teaching dip. (Francis Wright).

Experience - Teaching since mid 70's in between touring as a professional musician, and from 1980 working in Music Publishing, at Carlin, Chappell, Island, BMG and Rondor Music. Now running Websongs music registration.

Notes - I teach mostly beginners, and have an aptitude for maintaining students interest this critical stage of their development.

Phil Warren - Guitar
07789 902 169 - Email - Website - East Molesey
Will Travel

Qualifications - A-Level Music.

Experience - 10 years teaching privately - 8 years full time.

Notes - Contemporary rock/pop styles. I primarily teach pupils to play their favourite music using theirown mp3s/CDs. I teach pupil's in their own home - Kingston, Teddington and Surbiton and surrounding areas.

Robert Ahwai - Guitar
07736733413 - 02085464709 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked

Experience - More than 5 years experience teaching privately. Teaching for KMAS in Kingston schools for 5 years. Over 25 years performing+recording experience, with artists such as Chris Rea, George Michael, Brian Eno and Wham.

Notes - I teach all styles of electric, acoustic and bass guitar, and classical guitar to Grade 1 (beginners).

Robin Bibi - Guitar
Email - Website
Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Pro session guitarist for nearly 30 years. Played with Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, Pretty Things, Helen Shapiro, opened for BB King, Bob Geldof, Jethro Tull etc

Experience - 20 years teaching experience with excellent results. Rockschool grades 1-8 for student qualifications.

Notes - Electric rock/blues is my speciality, but also heavy metal, shredding, indie, jazz, M.O.R., A.O.R, R'n'R, soul, funk, rockabilly, country, pop etc. I also teach improvisational skills to develop student's confidence + musical appreciation

Marion Salinger - Guitar
07971840193 - Shepperton
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus, MA Popular Music.

Experience - Performance experience in rock, pop, punk, ska, folk, jazz, New Music.

Notes - Fiddle styles. Beginners to intermediate rock, ska, folk etc & jazz basics.

Ashley Griggs - Guitar
07956421999 - 02089790978 - Email - Website - West Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - 8 years teaching, producer with 2 albums and radio plays in UK/Europe + live radio sessions for BBC.

Notes - Rock, blues, reggae, funk, songwriting. Production + advice on the music business as a career. Friendly fun approach.

Harry Harrison - Guitar
07977 439 942 - Email - Epsom (Map)
Will Travel

Experience - Ex-professional + session guitarist.

Notes - Beginners to advanced. Specialises in fingerstyle and picking.

Andrew Deevey - Guitar
07941009959 - 02082740431 - Email - Website - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - DipLCM.

Experience - RGT registered guitar tutor - 12 years teaching experience.

Notes - Rock/pop/jazz/classical/slide/acoustic styles taught. Beginners to advanced. RGT and Rockschool exam preparation..

Chris Keyte - Guitar
07849 776 934 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Composition Degree 2:1 BMus(Hons).

Experience - Teaching for three years. Pupils aged 7-50s.

Notes - Classical, rock, pop, folk. Rockschool, RGT, Classical grades.

Sam Edgington - Guitar
07870275301 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Degree BA Hons. Grade 8 Bass + Trumpet.

Experience - I have been teaching for 5 years, 100% pass rate exams ABRSM and Rockschool. All styles/techniques taught, focusing on particularareas that pupils would like to.

Notes - I am a full time musician/teacher performing regularly in a variety of styles on all the instruments listed above.

Piano

David Gonzalez - Piano
07878752691 - 02083911191 - davidglez@btinternet.com - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Switzerland MMus Hons Piano, Teaching Diploma QTS UK 2005. Rubin Music Academy Jerusalem, Israel BA, Piano. Julliard School, New York, Certificate. Guildhall School London. National Conservatory, Mexico City.

Experience - In addition to my work as an international concert pianist, I have had over 30 years teaching experience as a piano teacher in different countries and languages. Notably, I was a full time piano teacher in Switzerland for 20 years, and in the UK for the last 5 years. I have taught pupils from childhood to DipABRSM.

Notes - Lessons at YMCA, Surbiton. All levels, beginner to diploma. I teach classical basis but with flexibility to do different styles. Ideal children up to adults. Possibility to prepare for ABRSM exams.

Larissa Zetlein - Piano
Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Studying BMus (Hons) at City University with Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

Experience - I am an experienced orchestral player, having been conducted by Sir Colin Davis, and appeared at major convert venues around the country.

Notes - All ages and levels taught. I can prepare for theory exams.

Sarah Voight - Piano
07946539199 - 02089473455 - Email - Raynes Park (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - DipRCM (Performer) DipRCM (Teacher).

Experience - I have been teaching for nearly 30 years - some with schools but mostly privately. I began my career as an orchestral violinist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic, followed by a freelance career with orchestras in and around London. My time is now spent chiefly as a private teacher.

Notes - I teach classical style and accommodate all age ranges, from 5 to retirement age. My lessons lengths are 30, 45 or 60 mins, or longer if required.

Quynh Giao Peebles - Piano
02087880488 - Email - Roehampton Vale (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus; BA.

Experience - I have just relocated to Kingston from Sydney, Australia. 22 years teaching privately and in schools/music institutions. 100%success rate in exams (with over 200 entrants).

Notes - All levels: beginners to diploma. Friendly, fun, creative and passionate about teaching.

Sue o'Hagan - Piano
020 8715 5470 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - B.H. (music and education). ARCM piano teaching.

Experience - 20 years experience teaching piano in schools and privately.

Notes - Children taught from beginner to grade 8. Up to Grade 5 theory.

Stelios Georgiou - Piano
07503 526 200 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Studying BMus Hons (Final Year). ABRSM Grade 8 Piano, Grade 8 Singing, Grade 6 Theory (Music).

Experience - Teaching music privately for some years. Have performed in venues including the Royal Festival Hall. Scholarship in Choral Singing at St James Charge

Notes - Classical, opera, musicals pop. Willing to teach from complete beginner to intermediate level.

Morgan Shaw - Piano
07540401819 - 02085410509 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Working above ABRSM Grade 8 on both violin and piano, and ABRSM Grade 5 Theory. Just graduated from Kingston University with a BMus Music majoring in Performance (2:1), Completed an ABRSM course on teaching.

Experience - I have been teaching for over 5 years. I aim to to motivate and inspire all age groups and involve the student in a fun dynamic lesson. Performed in competitions. Pupils have taken exams. Able accompanist. Works as a session musician in orchestras and studios, and as a soloist on electric violin at events. Also perform with my perform with my string quartet.

Notes - I can teach either private lessons or small groups in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions. I can work towards the student's ABRSM graded exams or teach the student just for fun, and can change my lessons to suit each pupil.

Anne Want - Piano
07778 702 197 - Email - Website - Laleham (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Diploma in Music Teaching.

Experience - Many years of experience in adult education, teaching piano since 2010.

Notes - Teaches adults or children, encourage parental involvement in child's tuition. Classical style piano.

Geoff Mead - Piano
07941 372 413 - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - B Ed (Mus).

Experience - 30 years of teaching privately, in schools, and as Head of Music. Extensive performance experience as piano/keyboard player in bands.

Notes - Will teach all styles including Rockschool syllabus and classical exams, improvisation and playing by ear. Beginners and children welcome. I also teach beginner's guitar.

Susan Rennie - Piano
07711 949 396 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - GRSM.

Experience - 30 years teaching. Professor at London College of Music. Currently Head of Keyboard at Marymount International School.

Notes - At present I wish to take on some new young children (age 6-8 ideal). I have a classical approach but with plenty of fun. I can also coach for Grade V Theory. Consultation available.

Sarah Weston - Piano
07886604143 - 01372271216 - Email - Website - Ashtead (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA (Hons): Music and Management, NVQ L4: Advice and Guidance, Trinity College of Music: Jazz Course (2 years). Currently studying Masters in 21st Century Music.

Experience - I work with Surrey Arts and teach adults and children.

Notes - I teach all levels and specialise in songwriting, improvisation and theory. Expert in Jazz music and able to develop any voice. Please contact me to discuss how I may be able to help you.

Richard Bennett - Piano
07980424405 - 02083909400 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - GRSM (Royal College of Music), Post-Graduate Certificate of Advanced Study.

Experience - I have many years experience as a professional horn player. I have been a member of the orchestras of no fewer than nine West End shows, and I have worked as a freelance player with a number of well-known orchestras.

Notes - I teach all levels from beginner onwards, having formerly taught Brass at Guildford High School, and for the borough of Merton, plus private pupils. I can also prepare pupils for theory exams.

Jack Hurst - Piano
07763 859 173 - Email - East Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) - First Class (Goldsmiths College). Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Music from Institute of Education, London.

Experience - 1+ year classroom teaching experience. Jazz pianist. Part-time teacher at Salesion School, Chertsey.

Notes - Classical and jazz, prepared to travel locally.

Tiina Petersons - Piano
01372 464 053 - Email - Website - Esher (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - I've been playing since age 6, studied at Royal College of Music, BMus (Sheffield University). I have a PGCE and am a full-time music teacher.

Experience - I have taught in schools for over 30 years, since 1991 as Director of Music at Holy Cross Prep School in Kingston. I have tutored ages from 4-18, all styles of music; preparing pupils for concerts, plays and examinations in all types of ensemble work. I am passionate about music and try to bring that love of music to all my teaching.

Notes - I can help with: ABRSM examinations, learn for pleasure - children and adults; adults - beginners and refresher courses; music theory; learn to play piano in many different styles. I offer additional services including recorder tuition, piano accompaniment, advice, and restoration support.

Jason Tierney - Piano
07729779611 - 07867550306 - Email - Website - Richmond (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) Royal College of Music.

Experience - 15 years teaching experience.

Notes - All ages and abilities welcome - I travel to you.

Gemma Norford - Piano
07707 911 849 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) 2:1, Cardiff University. Grade 6 ABRSM Piano. DipABRSM (Performance) Clarinet.

Experience - Head of Woodwind at Kampala Music School, Uganda. Active musician with extensive ensemble experience. Previous employment with ABRSM ensures good working knowledge of syllabus. Experience of teaching a wide range of ages.

Notes - I teach predominantly classical but able to teach beginner jazz. Aural and theory skills will be taught as part of the lesson as I feel it is important the three disciplines should be taught in reference to each other. I am reliable, friendly and keen to encourage musical ability and enjoyment in students of all ages and abilities. Beginner-Diploma

Elinor Young - Piano
07535 813 402 Email
Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Voice, Grade 7 Piano, Grade 7 Trumpet

Experience - Secondary Music PGCE

Notes - Classical music and theory

Hayley Coventry - Piano
07772329620 - 02082883127 - Email - Website - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) Music Degree - Specialising in Performance. Grades 1-8 ABRSM Piano exams and theory.

Experience - Classically trained pianist since age of 9. Took performance at degree level - have played in several ensembles - classical/jazz as well as a soloist.

Notes - Will teach any age, complete beginners to advanced level. Happy to take through ABRSM graded exams and theory. Predominantly classical teaching, but can teach basic jazz/pop piano style.

Ben Gilbert - Piano
02089400395 - 07986590675 - Email - Website

Richmond (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Jazz, Popular & Commercial Music, Grades 8 Piano & Theory.

Experience - Running the jazz programme at the Sage Gateshead for 7 years. Teaching workshops and 1-to-1 piano lessons for 9 years.

Notes - Styles: Jazz, improvisation, blues, popular, classical up to grade 6. Beginners and all ages very welcome. Please get in touch to discuss what is right for you.

Carolyn Dennis - Piano
07949080257 - 02083305673 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons, ABSM.

Experience - 10 years+ experience. Royal College of Music Junior. Birmingham Conservatoire.

Notes - Teach AB exams to Grade 8 violin, Grade 6 piano, also theory Grade 5.

Pam Speed-Andrews - Piano
020 8399 8263 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - LTCL, ATCL, Member of ISM.

Experience - Over 30 years experience, teaching privately and in school. Secretary of Piano section of the Kingston Festival of the Performing Arts and the local representative for ABRSM.

Notes - I teach all styles of music and prepare pupils for exams with the ABRSM (which are taken at my home). I have a special interest in teaching young beginners and I teach music theory, either individually or in small groups, particularly in preparation for ABRSM Grade 5.

Catherine Howe - Piano
07732787022 - 02085495870 - Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Diploma on Saxophone. Grade 8 Piano, Singing.

Experience - Formed 2 saxophone groups & organised rehearsals and concerts (inc teaching). Part of school groups & choir/orchestra etc.

Notes - Classical piano/saxophone. Piano up to grade 5 & saxophone upto grade 7.

Julie Cooper - Piano
020 8397 5655 - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - CT ABRSM

Experience - Have experience teaching privately and in schools.

Notes - Tuition available for children and adults from beginner to Grade 8. Can prepare pupils for graded exams as required. Theory tuition also available.

Jenni Cooper - Piano
02088934522 - 07957473694 - Email - Hanworth (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus (TCM)

Experience - 15 years teaching for various music services including Hounslow+Richmond and independent schools including the Milbourne Lodge

Notes - All Woodwind instruments taught to Grade 8. Bassoon to Diploma level. All ages and stages welcome, including adult beginners and 're-starters'.

Peter Lawson - Piano
07590 060 032 - Email - Website - Wimbledon (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) RNCM, PGCE with specialist instrument teaching MMU/RNCM, RSA CELTA (certificate of English language teaching to adults).

Experience - 12 years experience teaching music in England, Japan, Spain and Canada. Can inspire even the most cynical, disillusioned child or adult. Living abroad for a total of 8 years makes communication a strength.

Notes - Classical, training for ABRSM, traditional, old time, improvisation, composition. Fun, charismatic, patient and resourceful teacher. Lessons catered to suit your needs. Cello: beginner to advanced aged 6 upwards. Violin: beginner to grade 4, or Irish repertoire is a favourite to teach. Piano: beginner to grade 4. Where beginners are concerned, groups of up to 4 are more than welcome.

Al Clogston - Piano
020 8947 1305 - Email - Website - Wimbledon (Map)

Qualifications - Bachelor of Music, Hartt School of Music/University of Hartford, Conneticut, USA.

Experience - Over 30 years performing experience as Jazz pianist, accompanist, vocalist, actor, guitarist and 5-string banjo picker. Private piano tutor for 8+ years.

Notes - I primarily teach solo jazz and pop piano to enable a student to sit down and play by memory at parties, jazz clubs, cocktail bars, weddings etc. You will learn chord construction, LH accompaniment styles, block styles, improvisation, reharmonisation, scales and modes, runs and arpeggios, comping and more.

Rachelle Bradley - Piano
Email - Surbiton (Map)
Trumpet CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications -

Experience - 3 years teaching piano privately and for an academy

Notes - Teach all styles, beginner-intermediate level.

Claire Gainford - Piano
07774723698 - 02087935707 - Email - Richmond (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons GRNCM Joint Course, Post Graduate Diploma RNCM, Post Graduate Diploma Manchester University

Experience - 17 years teaching in private schools + universities, and professional orchestral playing. Experienced in all age ranges + abilities upto Diploma level.

Notes - I am classically trained and aim to teach with a methodical yet informal approach. I am experienced at ABRSM + Trinity Guildhall exam preparation, and offer aural training + music theory lessons. References from existing pupils available on request.

Matthew Bromley - Piano
Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, Grade 5 Theory (ABRSM). Currently studying Music at Kingston University (BMus Hons).

Experience - Been playing music for over 9 years, teaching for 3-4, classically trained. I have done jobs such as music directory and composing for radio adverts.

Notes - I am happy to take on students, from beginner to intermediate standard in piano, recorder and theory. My pupils have a 100% merit and distinction rate.

Samantha Neal - Piano
020 8397 3480 - Email - Tolworth (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ALCM (Associate of the London College of Music), Grade 8 Piano, Grade 7 Music Theory.

Experience - Over 21 years piano teaching experience.

Notes - I teach all ages from 6 years old to pensioners. I teach all standards from beginners up to Grade 8 piano and also teach up to Grade 5 theory of music. I teach in Thames Ditton 5 days a week but other areas I also teach include New Malden, Kingston and Claygate.

Soojin Kim - Piano
07885 915 180 - Email - Morden (Map)

Qualifications - BMus and LRAM.

Experience - 10 years teaching experience.

Notes - Classical Piano.

Isabella Millea - Piano
07867795365 - 02089425585 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Perf. LRAM QTS.

Experience - I have taught privately and in schools from 1999. I have played with well known orchestras such as BBC Philharmonic, Royal Opera House + the LSO.

Notes - I teach classical and beginner jazz. All ages and abilities welcome.

Jan Gow - Piano
07969 103 091 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Piano Grade 7, Theory Grade 5, BA Hons Music + Art.

Experience - Piano Grade 1-5 teaching. General Music teacher. Elementary recorder and guitar.

Emma-Louise Tinniswood - Piano
07973900196 - 02084080633 - Email - Website - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA (Hons) Music.

Experience - I have taught music in schools and privately for 12 years and am artistic director of Step on Stage. I prepare students for piano and music theory exams for ABRSM.

Notes - I teach classical and jazz/popular. Beginners to Grade 6 theory and piano. Regular music concerts organised throughout the year. Festival work and help with music scholarships. We also offer musical theatre and oreoare for the LAMDA examinations. We run holiday music and musical theatre workshops.

Celia Allaker - Piano
020 8943 0424 - Email - Teddington (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - CT ABRSM, studied music at Huddersfield University. Have recently acquired a teaching certificate specific to teaching my first instrument, the cello.

Experience - Have been a member of the NSO, RSO + KPO as well as Morley Chamber Orchestra, and enjoy orchestral playing.

Notes - I enjoy teaching using props for learning rhythm and pulse. The Delcrose (excercises) methods of teaching using balls etc and the Kodály method using the voice help make my lessons more fun. I encourage pupils to learn through the ABRSM structure of teaching and encourage them to pursue grades where possible. Cello and theory to Grade 8, piano and general musicianship to Grade 5.

Joanna Gill - Piano
07843 084 797 - Email - Roehampton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, BMus (Hons) Music, currently studying for my MA in Composing Music for Film and TV.

Experience - 4 years teaching experience. I have played in a Scottish Ceilidh band for 4 years, so willing to teach violin/fiddle too.

Notes - I have been trained classically but can offer traditional music teaching on both violin and piano. Happy to prepare pupils for exams or just help them in musical knowledge, performance and theory.

Susan Pluthero - Piano
01784 250 240 - Email - Ashford (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Piano - CT ABRSM.

Experience - I have played since I was a child and took up piano teaching after retirement, transferring skills gained as a primary school teacher. I am an active recorder ensemble player.

Notes - I teach mainly classical, but have completed the initial ABRSM Jazz Professional Development course in 2008 and am happy to teach early stages of jazz piano, recorders and theory to grade 5. I aim to give pupils a firm musical grounding, establishing good habits from the start, which will form the basis of whatever musical style they may wish to play in the future.

Robert Woolley - Piano
020 8398 6085 - Email - Website - Thames Ditton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - ARCM, GRSM.

Experience - I have been a keyboard faculty professor at The Royal College of Music since 1985 and am an ABRSM Diploma examiner.

Notes - Mainly classical, also jazz. Preparation for ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall exams, Music Scholarships and Conservatoire entrance. Member of Incorporated Society of Musicians.

Jayne Marshall - Piano
0773018829 - 02083999543 - Website - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - Won a place on the day of my actual audition at 18 into Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Experience - Professional singer and actress in theatre as leading lady, radio broadcasts, TV. Vast concert work/soloist.

Notes - All styles + ages from 7 to old. Beginners, drama school candidates, choristers, professionals, auditionees.

Charmaine Waterman - Piano
020 8399 7611 - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - ALCM LLCM FLCM.

Experience - 20 years teaching experience, 10 years as Head of Music in Schools.

Notes - Associated Board. Classical and jazz.

Rosemary Harris - Piano
07958354078 - 02084810084 - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Bachelor of Music, PGCE Primary and Music Specialist.

Experience - PGCE Qualified Teacher Since 1991. Classically trained musician.

Notes - Classical piano. Adults wanting to start learning piano for pleasure / improve basic piano skills.

Graham Caldecott - Piano
07903623058 - 02089774912 - Email - Website - Teddington (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Chethams School of Music, G.R.N.C.M.

Experience - 30 years teaching experience including the ILEA, Enfield Arts Support Service. Latymer Upper School.

Notes - All ages and standards. No obligation tryout lesson.

Barry Eaton - Piano
07968031225 - 02089491708 - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - G.T.C.L, F.T.C.L, A.R.C.O, L.R.A.M, A.R.C.M.

Experience - Trained at Trinity College of Music, London from 1964 - 1967. 42 years teaching in private practice & peripatetic in schools.

Notes - Classical & some Jazz. Courses to suit pupils requirements. Preparation for general examinations. All ages. Theory. Accompanist for examinations. Member of Incorporated Society of Musicians.

Beth Perry - Piano
07917860144 - 02082417379 - Email - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - BA Hons Music, Postgraduate in Composition, MA in Composing for Film and Television

Experience - Have been teaching for 8 years, including working for the Kingston Music and Arts Service. I played in a band for 10 years, as well as doing some orchestral playing and work with a string quartet.

Notes - I teach in different styles. I am happy to help pupils through exams if they wish. I teach classical music and traditional aspects of music making, but also pop songs and improvisation. I try to make lessons as fun as possible, and take a gentle approach to learning, always treating the student kindly. Adults and children welcome.

Frances George - Piano
020 8943 9215 - Email - Teddington (Map)

Qualifications - MA (Composition), PGCE (Music)

Experience - Over 25 years experience teaching adults and children

Notes - Classical + contemporary. Exams optional.

Nicole Carrel - Piano
07903532580 - 02089490591 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, PGCE (Music spec.).

Experience - Specialist music teacher - Primary. Experienced teacher with many exam successes.

Notes - Folk/pop guitar. Happy to teach for enjoyment or exams.

Robin Marsden - Piano
020 8241 2749 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus; BA; L.R.A.M (Teaching); DipABRSM (Performance); CKME (Certificate of Kodály Music Education).

Experience - Have worked as a professional musician. Have taught across all key stages up to 'A' level, both as an instrumental teacher and as a class teacher.

Notes - As well as playing clarinet, piano and saxophone, I also teach the recorder, practical musicianship and theory, and can offer tuition for GCSE and 'A' Level music. Please see website for further details.

Lim Hodson - Piano
07912 111 326 - Email - Kingston (Map)

Qualifications - MA (RAM) LRAM MA (KUL) BMus.

Experience - 13 years teaching experience, privately as well as music school.

Notes - I've been teaching for 13 years from beginners to advanced students. Currently, I'm teaching privately in the Surrey area and in a private primary school.

Anna-Maria Raffa - Piano
07734805908 - 02082240209 - Email - West Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA Hons, LRSM, CT.ABRSM.

Experience - Twenty years teaching and accompanying experience, in classical piano.

Notes - Sympathetic and friendly accompanist for music exams, auditions, festivals, choirs, musicals and concerts. Excellent site-reader. Feel free to contact to discuss your requirements.

Paul Thornton - Piano
07768241957 - 02083399220 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA (Hons) Music, ALCM, LGSM.

Experience - Trumpet - Richmond College, Trumpet + Piano - German School, Highgate School. 20 years private teaching grades 1-8.

Notes - Studied at the Royal College of Music. I teach all the grades (children + adults) 1-8 on both piano and trumpet. I am also happy to teach beginners-advanced without doing the exams in both classical/jazz.

Phil Warren - Piano
07789 902 169 - Email - Website - East Molesey
Will Travel

Qualifications - A-Level Music.

Experience - 10 years teaching privately - 8 years full time.

Notes - Contemporary rock/pop styles. I primarily teach pupils to play their favourite music using theirown mp3s/CDs. I teach pupil's in their own home - Kingston, Teddington and Surbiton and surrounding areas.

Marina Sirenko - Piano
07913 612 276 - Email - Sunbury (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Degree in teaching, flute & piano.

Experience - 25 years teaching individuals.

Notes - Classical style for adults and for children. All grades.

Elizabeth Binks - Piano
07947404484 - 02083971716 - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - AGSM Certificate Advanced Studies Performers (Guildhall School of Music)

Experience - Teaching experience at Epsom College, Wells Cathedral School, Guidhall School of Music, state & private schools)

Notes - Grade exams from beginners to Advanced Diploma standard. 30 years experience. Parents welcome to attend the lessons. I have patience, but get good exam results (AB/Trinity).

Marie-Louise Kaboha - Piano
07988 142 213 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - LTCL (Recital in solo piano with distinction). Also have a teachers LTCL.

Experience - Taught for over 25 years in this country and South Pacific. Have taught in schools, music centres and privately, preparing my pupils for ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall exams. AMEB (Australian Music Exam Board).

Notes - All ages and all standards. Any examination board. I also am happy to teach people not interested in doing exams. Adult beginners welcome.

Georgina Miller - Piano
07775842460 - 02082882733 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus 2i . Grade 6 Piano, Grade 8 Cello, Grade 5 Theory.

Experience - Music Performance Degree, cello + piano teacher, quartet + orchestral player.

Notes - Happy to teach all levels cello, and beginner piano up to grade 5.

Chris Marsh - Piano
07775785756 - 02089428289 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA Hons. MA (Cantab), ABRSM Grade 8 piano and clarinet, currently taking DipABRSM (Dec 2010).

Experience - 10 years experience. Formerly Music Director at St Stephens Church, West London, as well as teaching experience at university and at Mihara High School, Japan. Registered with Kingston and Richmond music services. Regular performances (Kingston Chamber Music Society).

Notes - Experienced teacher of piano, clarinet & theory. Preparation for all ABRSM grade exams, and learning purely for fun. I take a flexible, individual approach to lessons, introducing you/your children to a variety of music depending on their interests, and above all making sure my students are enjoying music as well as making progress.

Kasia Bush - Piano
07752007192 - 02084040150 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus - Music Academy - Katowice, Poland.

Experience - Freelance Cellist; Formerly member of Orquestra do Norte, Portugal; Camerata Impuls, Poland; Opera Silesia, Poland. Over 12 years private teaching; Peripatetic cello teacher in Poland.

Notes - Cello + Piano. All ages and levels taught, at home or in studio.

Cello

Helen Verney - Cello
07956510858 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked -

Qualifications - ARCM Performers, LRAM Performers, ARCM Teachers.

Experience - Royal College of Music, studied for 4 years. Taught at Royal College Junior Dept., Eton, Bedales, Westminster Schools, privately.

Notes - I have spent 10 years specialising in contemporary music and now 15 years as a baroque specialist - I play with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.

Celia Allaker - Cello
020 8943 0424 - Email - Teddington (Map)
CRB Checked -

Qualifications - CT ABRSM, studied music at Huddersfield University. Have recently acquired a teaching certificate specific to teaching my first instrument, the cello.

Experience - Have been a member of the NSO, RSO + KPO as well as Morley Chamber Orchestra, and enjoy orchestral playing.

Notes - I enjoy teaching using props for learning rhythm and pulse. The Delcrose (excercises) methods of teaching using balls etc and the Kodály method using the voice help make my lessons more fun. I encourage pupils to learn through the ABRSM structure of teaching and encourage them to pursue grades where possible. Cello and theory to Grade 8, piano and general musicianship to Grade 5.

Peter Lawson - Cello
07590 060 032 - Email - Website - Wimbledon (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) RNCM, PGCE with specialist instrument teaching MMU/RNCM, RSA CELTA (certificate of English language teaching to adults).

Experience - 12 years experience teaching music in England, Japan, Spain and Canada. Can inspire even the most cynical, disillusioned child or adult. Living abroad for a total of 8 years makes communication a strength.

Notes - Classical, training for ABRSM, traditional, old time, improvisation, composition. Fun, charismatic, patient and resourceful teacher. Lessons catered to suit your needs. Cello: beginner to advanced aged 6 upwards. Violin: beginner to grade 4, or Irish repertoire is a favourite to teach. Piano: beginner to grade 4. Where beginners are concerned, groups of up to 4 are more than welcome.

Beth Perry - Cello
07917860144 - 02082417379 - Email - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - BA Hons Music, Postgraduate in Composition, MA in Composing for Film and Television

Experience - Have been teaching for 8 years, including working for the Kingston Music and Arts Service. I played in a band for 10 years, as well as doing some orchestral playing and work with a string quartet.

Notes - I teach in different styles. I am happy to help pupils through exams if they wish. I teach classical music and traditional aspects of music making, but also pop songs and improvisation. I try to make lessons as fun as possible, and take a gentle approach to learning, always treating the student kindly. Adults and children welcome.

Moshe Friedman - Cello
07866300322 - 02085496211 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus R.A.M, Excelence Diploma - Solo Studies (Paris).

Experience - Experienced cello teacher and performer for 25 years.

Notes - Teaching all levels from beginner to advanced. Prepare pupils for grade exams.

Georgina Miller - Cello
07775842460 - 02082882733 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus 2i . Grade 6 Piano, Grade 8 Cello, Grade 5 Theory.

Experience - Music Performance Degree, cello + piano teacher, quartet + orchestral player.

Notes - Happy to teach all levels cello, and beginner piano up to grade 5.

Kasia Bush - Cello
07752007192 - 02084040150 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus - Music Academy - Katowice, Poland.

Experience - Freelance Cellist; Formerly member of Orquestra do Norte, Portugal; Camerata Impuls, Poland; Opera Silesia, Poland. Over 12 years private teaching; Peripatetic cello teacher in Poland.

Notes - Cello + Piano. All ages and levels taught, at home or in studio.

Double Bass

Viola

Namhee Kim - Viola
07897 794 112 - London (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons (LCM).

Experience - I have been teaching violin and viola for 13 years. I have taught in many independent schools as well as private students of all ages and standard from beginner to grade 8. Many years of performing experience in the Seoul Orchestra and at corporate functions with my string quartet.

Notes - I teach various music styles including songs from musicals, jazz, pop and classical. I suit my teaching to the student's needs and am happy to prepare them for grade exams.

Amelia Harris - Viola
07973285336 - 02085466984 - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Associate of the Guildford School of Music and Drama (AGSM).

Experience - 25+ years of teaching the violin and viola. Have taught in many independent and local schools, as well as private students of all ages. Many years of performing at weddings and corporate functions in my string quartet.

Notes - Classical style taught but use various music including songs from musicals, jazz, pop and classical. I suit my teaching to the student's needs and am happy to prepare them for exams (100% pass rate). All ages and standards taught, from complete beginner to grade 8.

Beverley Parry - Viola
07921 150 332 - Email - Worcester Park (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus Viola Performance, BA (Hons), PG Dip.

Experience - Rotating Principle Viola Southbank Sinfonia 2006. Violin and Viola tutor for Shrewsbury House Preparatory School, Kingston Music and Arts Service, previously Brent and Bromley Music Services.

Notes - I teach a classical playing style and am experienced in preparing pupils for ABRSM exams. 60 minute and 30 minute lessons available. All ages and abilities welcome.

Elizabeth Binks - Viola
07947404484 - 02083971716 - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - AGSM Certificate Advanced Studies Performers (Guildhall School of Music)

Experience - Teaching experience at Epsom College, Wells Cathedral School, Guidhall School of Music, state & private schools)

Notes - Grade exams from beginners to Advanced Diploma standard. 30 years experience. Parents welcome to attend the lessons. I have patience, but get good exam results (AB/Trinity).

Violin

Sarah Voight - Violin
07946539199 - 02089473455 - Email - Raynes Park (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - DipRCM (Performer) DipRCM (Teacher).

Experience - I have been teaching for nearly 30 years - some with schools but mostly privately. I began my career as an orchestral violinist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic, followed by a freelance career with orchestras in and around London. My time is now spent chiefly as a private teacher.

Notes - I teach classical style and accommodate all age ranges, from 5 to retirement age. My lessons lengths are 30, 45 or 60 mins, or longer if required.

Morgan Shaw - Violin
07540401819 - 02085410509 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Working above ABRSM Grade 8 on both violin and piano, and ABRSM Grade 5 Theory. Just graduated from Kingston University with a BMus Music majoring in Performance (2:1), Completed an ABRSM course on teaching.

Experience - I have been teaching for over 5 years. I aim to to motivate and inspire all age groups and involve the student in a fun dynamic lesson. Performed in competitions. Pupils have taken exams. Able accompanist. Works as a session musician in orchestras and studios, and as a soloist on electric violin at events. Also perform with my perform with my string quartet.

Notes - I can teach either private lessons or small groups in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions. I can work towards the student's ABRSM graded exams or teach the student just for fun, and can change my lessons to suit each pupil.

Namhee Kim - Violin
07897 794 112 - London (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons (LCM).

Experience - I have been teaching violin and viola for 13 years. I have taught in many independent schools as well as private students of all ages and standard from beginner to grade 8. Many years of performing experience in the Seoul Orchestra and at corporate functions with my string quartet.

Notes - I teach various music styles including songs from musicals, jazz, pop and classical. I suit my teaching to the student's needs and am happy to prepare them for grade exams.

James Lee - Violin
07769 971 102 - Email - Website - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (RCM), MMus, DipRAM (RAM).

Experience - Several years experience in teaching, extensive performing experience in UK and abroad, prizewinner of numerous international competitions.

Notes - To book a lesson, or for more details, please contact me.

Amelia Harris - Violin
07973285336 - 02085466984 - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Associate of the Guildford School of Music and Drama (AGSM).

Experience - 25+ years of teaching the violin and viola. Have taught in many independent and local schools, as well as private students of all ages. Many years of performing at weddings and corporate functions in my string quartet.

Notes - Classical style taught but use various music including songs from musicals, jazz, pop and classical. I suit my teaching to the student's needs and am happy to prepare them for exams (100% pass rate). All ages and standards taught, from complete beginner to grade 8.

Carolyn Dennis - Violin
07949080257 - 02083305673 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons, ABSM.

Experience - 10 years+ experience. Royal College of Music Junior. Birmingham Conservatoire.

Notes - Teach AB exams to Grade 8 violin, Grade 6 piano, also theory Grade 5.

Peter Lawson - Violin
07590 060 032 - Email - Website - Wimbledon (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) RNCM, PGCE with specialist instrument teaching MMU/RNCM, RSA CELTA (certificate of English language teaching to adults).

Experience - 12 years experience teaching music in England, Japan, Spain and Canada. Can inspire even the most cynical, disillusioned child or adult. Living abroad for a total of 8 years makes communication a strength.

Notes - Classical, training for ABRSM, traditional, old time, improvisation, composition. Fun, charismatic, patient and resourceful teacher. Lessons catered to suit your needs. Cello: beginner to advanced aged 6 upwards. Violin: beginner to grade 4, or Irish repertoire is a favourite to teach. Piano: beginner to grade 4. Where beginners are concerned, groups of up to 4 are more than welcome.

Beverley Parry - Violin
07921 150 332 - Email - Worcester Park (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus Viola Performance, BA (Hons), PG Dip.

Experience - Rotating Principle Vila Southbank Sinfonia 2006. Violin and Viola tutor for Shrewsbury House Preparatory School, Kingston Music and Arts Service, previously Brent and Bromley Music Services.

Notes - I teach a classical playing style and am experienced in preparing pupils for ABRSM exams. 60 minute and 30 minute lessons available. All ages and abilities welcome.

Joanna Gill - Violin
07843 084 797 - Email - Roehampton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, BMus (Hons) Music, currently studying for my MA in Composing Music for Film and TV.

Experience - 4 years teaching experience. I have played in a Scottish Ceilidh band for 4 years, so willing to teach violin/fiddle too.

Notes - I have been trained classically but can offer traditional music teaching on both violin and piano. Happy to prepare pupils for exams or just help them in musical knowledge, performance and theory.

Will Street - Violin
07843 020 118 - Email - Richmond (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Berklee College of Music, Boston - Dip.Mus. Summa cum Laude. St John's College Cambridge - MA. ABRSM Advanced Certificate; Grade 8 w/ Distinction.

Experience - 10 years experience teaching individuals from young children to undergraduates.

Notes - Violin technique, rhythm, interpretation, theory, improvisation. I am also an active performer, studio musician and ensemble leader.

Elizabeth Binks - Violin
07947404484 - 02083971716 - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - AGSM Certificate Advanced Studies Performers (Guildhall School of Music)

Experience - Teaching experience at Epsom College, Wells Cathedral School, Guidhall School of Music, state & private schools)

Notes - Grade exams from beginners to Advanced Diploma standard. 30 years experience. Parents welcome to attend the lessons. I have patience, but get good exam results (AB/Trinity).

Marion Salinger - Violin
07971840193 - Shepperton
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus, MA Popular Music.

Experience - Performance experience in rock, pop, punk, ska, folk, jazz, New Music.

Notes - Fiddle styles. Beginners to intermediate rock, ska, folk etc & jazz basics.

Lauren Casey - Violin
07947745745 - 02083981200 - Email - Website - Esher (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA Hons in Professional Musicianship (Vocals). ABRSM grades on violin. Trained.

Experience - Teaching violin + vocals for over 6 years. 100% pass rate. Teacher at Stagecoach. Taught groups in schools. Led junior school rock choir. Manage a stageschool 'Casey's Centrestage'.

Notes - I am a young, fun + enthusiastic teacher. I teach ABRSM for violin. I teach many styles in vocals, improving breathing technique, pitch, power, performance skills, posture, diction etc. Many of my pupils want to learn to sing covers, musicals + other styles. I find teaching very rewarding + enjoy passing on my knowledge and performance skills.

Bassoon

Clarinet

Larissa Zetlein - Clarinet
Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Studying BMus (Hons) at City University with Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

Experience - I am an experienced orchestral player, having been conducted by Sir Colin Davis, and appeared at major convert venues around the country.

Notes - All ages and levels taught. I can prepare for theory exams.

Geoffrey Williams - Clarinet
07976206545 - 02086486092 - Morden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ARCM Performers Course at Royal College of Music 1964-1967.

Experience - Have taught at all levels since leaving college.

Notes - I have been in many West End shows including Cats, Phantom, Miserables and have played for numerous recordings and TV shows, including 3 Royal Variety shows.

Jim Clow - Clarinet
07740478687 - 02088949994 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Senior Instrumental Teacher, London Borough of Hounslow. Flute and Piccolo with Band of the Irish Guards.

Experience - Qualified teacher of all woodwind instruments including Oboe with Hounslow Music Service and Adult Education for over 30 years.

Notes - Experienced at preparing pupils of all ages for ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall examinations. References from existing and former pupils on request. Conducted and tutored bands and orchestras for all ages. Currently resident conductor of Whitton Wind Orchestra.

Julie Holland - Clarinet
07929377258 - 02083931157 - Email - Ewell (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - LRAM, GBSM, ABSM.

Experience - Experienced teacher of all ages and abilities. Currently working at Putney High School, St George's College in Weybridge and for Kingston Music Service. Also worked with professional orchestras.

Notes - Tuition is based on a classical approach from beginners to an advanced level.

Gemma Norford - Clarinet
07707 911 849 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) 2:1, Cardiff University. Grade 6 ABRSM Piano. DipABRSM (Performance) Clarinet.

Experience - Head of Woodwind at Kampala Music School, Uganda. Active musician with extensive ensemble experience. Previous employment with ABRSM ensures good working knowledge of syllabus. Experience of teaching a wide range of ages.

Notes - I teach predominantly classical but able to teach beginner jazz. Aural and theory skills will be taught as part of the lesson as I feel it is important the three disciplines should be taught in reference to each other. I am reliable, friendly and keen to encourage musical ability and enjoyment in students of all ages and abilities. Beginner-Diploma

Jenni Cooper - Clarinet
02088934522 - 07957473694 - Email - Hanworth (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus (TCM)

Experience - 15 years teaching for various music services including Hounslow+Richmond and independent schools including the Milbourne Lodge

Notes - All Woodwind instruments taught to Grade 8. Bassoon to Diploma level. All ages and stages welcome, including adult beginners and 're-starters'.

Claire Gainford - Clarinet
07774723698 - 02087935707 - Email - Richmond (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons GRNCM Joint Course, Post Graduate Diploma RNCM, Post Graduate Diploma Manchester University

Experience - 17 years teaching in private schools + universities, and professional orchestral playing. Experienced in all age ranges + abilities upto Diploma level.

Notes - I am classically trained and aim to teach with a methodical yet informal approach. I am experienced at ABRSM + Trinity Guildhall exam preparation, and offer aural training + music theory lessons. References from existing pupils available on request.

Fred Summerbell - Clarinet
07779687704 - 02088474770 - Isleworth (Map)

Qualifications - ATCL, LTCL.

Experience - Over 25 years private teaching experience from beginner to diploma. Performing in big bands, dance bands, symphony orchestras and chamber orchestras.

Notes - Will also teach Clarinet and/or Flute. Classical & Jazz styles taught at all levels, preferring the 'nice tunes' repertoire to the pop scene (it's not for me). Adult beginners a specialty but all enthusiasts welcome.

Julian Wheeler - Clarinet
07967628248 - 02082862068 - Email - Morden (Map)
CRB Checked -

Qualifications - LRWCMD Licentiate Dip. Royal Welsh College, Music/Drama.

Experience - Currently Professor of Clarinet, Royal Marines School of Music, visiting teacher, Royal Grammar School Guildford. Performance experience: Gabrielli Consort & Players, Classical Opera Company, New London Sinfonia, 18th Century Sinfonia, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, BBC, Harmonie Band etc.

Notes - Teach at all levels to ABRSM Grade VIII and above. All styles & all ages welcome.

Robin Marsden - Clarinet
020 8241 2749 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus; BA; L.R.A.M (Teaching); DipABRSM (Performance); CKME (Certificate of Kodály Music Education).

Experience - Have worked as a professional musician. Have taught across all key stages up to 'A' level, both as an instrumental teacher and as a class teacher.

Notes - As well as playing clarinet, piano and saxophone, I also teach the recorder, practical musicianship and theory, and can offer tuition for GCSE and 'A' Level music. Please see website for further details.

Rick Scowen - Clarinet
020 8915 0188 - Sutton (Map)
Will Travel

Experience - At Schools, college and primary level since 1984. Coaching to all grade levels 1-8.

Notes - Jazz - both practical and theory. Published by Stanza Music (for the National Youth Jazz Orchestra).

Kelvin Christiane - Clarinet
07971242864 - 02082863242 - Email - Website - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - GDPLM (Leeds College of Music) studying saxophone, flute and composition. Grade 8 Clarinet and Oboe.

Experience - 20 years professional player and teacher. Teach at Hampton School at present.

Notes - I teach beginners to advanced level. Classical to Jazz and Blues.

Tom Law - Clarinet
07748964403 - 02089494768 - Email - Website - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) - Royal College of Music. MMus (Jazz) - Guildhall School of Music + Drama.

Experience - Currently teaching at Bedales School Highgate School and Surrey University. Work as a freelance player includes Paragon Saxophone Quartet, CBSO, BSO + WND.

Notes - I teach both jazz and classical to all ages and abilities. I have experience in entering students for ABRSM straight and jazz, and Trinity/Guildhall exams with 100% pass rate.

Chris Marsh - Clarinet
07775785756 - 02089428289 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA Hons. MA (Cantab), ABRSM Grade 8 piano and clarinet, currently taking DipABRSM (Dec 2010).

Experience - 10 years experience. Formerly Music Director at St Stephens Church, West London, as well as teaching experience at university and at Mihara High School, Japan. Registered with Kingston and Richmond music services. Regular performances (Kingston Chamber Music Society).

Notes - Experienced teacher of piano, clarinet & theory. Preparation for all ABRSM grade exams, and learning purely for fun. I take a flexible, individual approach to lessons, introducing you/your children to a variety of music depending on their interests, and above all making sure my students are enjoying music as well as making progress.

Flute

Geoffrey Williams - Flute
07976206545 - 02086486092 - Morden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ARCM Performers Course at Royal College of Music 1964-1967.

Experience - Have taught at all levels since leaving college.

Notes - I have been in many West End shows including Cats, Phantom, Miserables and have played for numerous recordings and TV shows, including 3 Royal Variety shows.

Jim Clow - Flute
07740478687 - 02088949994 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Senior Instrumental Teacher, London Borough of Hounslow. Flute and Piccolo with Band of the Irish Guards.

Experience - Qualified teacher of all woodwind instruments including Oboe with Hounslow Music Service and Adult Education for over 30 years.

Notes - Experienced at preparing pupils of all ages for ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall examinations. References from existing and former pupils on request. Conducted and tutored bands and orchestras for all ages. Currently resident conductor of Whitton Wind Orchestra.

William Summers - Flute
07949652315 - 02089414917 - Email - Website - Wimbledon (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA Hons in Music (Colchester Institute School of Music), Postgraduate Certificate in Performance (Trinity College), Teaching Certificate (adult education - City).

Experience - I have taught in local schools and universities and led workshops for children and adults. I have played early music (mostly) in festivals throughout the UK and in Europe.

Notes - I have a particular interest in early and classical music, and aim to give students at least a general idea of the theory, structure and history of their music. Lessons can include improvisation.

Rosie Timpson - Flute
07910234996 - 02087442506 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction, MA (Hons) CANTAB.

Experience - 7 years of flute and music theory tuition for ABRSM, Guildhall or for recreation. Children or adults.

Notes - Beginners to advanced classical flute. Both for grades and/or recreation. Jazz, folk and popular styles covered.

Jenni Cooper - Flute
02088934522 - 07957473694 - Email - Hanworth (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus (TCM)

Experience - 15 years teaching for various music services including Hounslow+Richmond and independent schools including the Milbourne Lodge

Notes - All Woodwind instruments taught to Grade 8. Bassoon to Diploma level. All ages and stages welcome, including adult beginners and 're-starters'.

Claire Gainford - Flute
07774723698 - 02087935707 - Email - Richmond (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons GRNCM Joint Course, Post Graduate Diploma RNCM, Post Graduate Diploma Manchester University

Experience - 17 years teaching in private schools + universities, and professional orchestral playing. Experienced in all age ranges + abilities upto Diploma level.

Notes - I am classically trained and aim to teach with a methodical yet informal approach. I am experienced at ABRSM + Trinity Guildhall exam preparation, and offer aural training + music theory lessons. References from existing pupils available on request.

Fred Summerbell - Flute
07779687704 - 02088474770 - Isleworth (Map)

Qualifications - ATCL, LTCL.

Experience - Over 25 years private teaching experience from beginner to diploma. Performing in big bands, dance bands, symphony orchestras and chamber orchestras.

Notes - Will also teach Clarinet and/or Flute. Classical & Jazz styles taught at all levels, preferring the 'nice tunes' repertoire to the pop scene (it's not for me). Adult beginners a specialty but all enthusiasts welcome.

Beth Perry - Flute
07917860144 - 02082417379 - Email - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - BA Hons Music, Postgraduate in Composition, MA in Composing for Film and Television

Experience - Have been teaching for 8 years, including working for the Kingston Music and Arts Service. I played in a band for 10 years, as well as doing some orchestral playing and work with a string quartet.

Notes - Piano & Keyboard. I teach in different styles. I am happy to help pupils through exams if that is the path they'd like to take. I teach classical music and the more traditional aspects of music making, but I also teach pop songs and improvisation. I try to make lessons as fun as possible, and take a very gentle approach to learning, always treating the student kindly. I welcome adults and children.

Kelvin Christiane - Flute
07971242864 - 02082863242 - Email - Website - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - GDPLM (Leeds College of Music) studying saxophone, flute and composition. Grade 8 Clarinet and Oboe.

Experience - 20 years professional player and teacher. Teach at Hampton School at present.

Notes - I teach beginners to advanced level. Classical to Jazz and Blues.

Marina Sirenko - Flute
07913 612 276 - Email - Sunbury (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Degree in teaching, flute & piano.

Experience - 25 years teaching individuals.

Notes - Classical style for adults and for children. All grades.

Oboe

Recorder

William Summers - Recorder
07949652315 - 02089414917 - Email - Website - Wimbledon (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA Hons in Music (Colchester Institute School of Music), Postgraduate Certificate in Performance (Trinity College), Teaching Certificate (adult education - City).

Experience - I have taught in local schools and universities and led workshops for children and adults. I have played early music (mostly) in festivals throughout the UK and in Europe.

Notes - I have a particular interest in early and classical music, and aim to give students at least a general idea of the theory, structure and history of their music. Lessons can include improvisation.

Matthew Bromley - Recorder
Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, Grade 5 Theory (ABRSM). Currently studying Music at Kingston University (BMus Hons).

Experience - Been playing music for over 9 years, teaching for 3-4, classically trained. I have done jobs such as music directory and composing for radio adverts.

Notes - I am happy to take on students, from beginner to intermediate standard in piano, recorder and theory. My pupils have a 100% merit and distinction rate.

Isabella Millea - Recorder
07867795365 - 02089425585 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Perf. LRAM QTS.

Experience - I have taught privately and in schools from 1999. I have played with well known orchestras such as BBC Philharmonic, Royal Opera House + the LSO.

Notes - I teach classical and beginner jazz. All ages and abilities welcome.

Jan Gow - Recorder
07969 103 091 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Piano Grade 7, Theory Grade 5, BA Hons Music + Art.

Experience - Piano Grade 1-5 teaching. General Music teacher. Elementary recorder and guitar.

Susan Pluthero - Recorder
01784 250 240 - Email - Ashford (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Piano - CT ABRSM.

Experience - I have played since I was a child and took up piano teaching after retirement, transferring skills gained as a primary school teacher. I am an active recorder ensemble player.

Notes - I teach mainly classical, but have completed the initial ABRSM Jazz Professional Development course in 2008 and am happy to teach early stages of jazz piano, recorders and theory to grade 5. I aim to give pupils a firm musical grounding, establishing good habits from the start, which will form the basis of whatever musical style they may wish to play in the future.

Beth Perry - Recorder
07917860144 - 02082417379 - Email - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - BA Hons Music, Postgraduate in Composition, MA in Composing for Film and Television

Experience - Have been teaching for 8 years, including working for the Kingston Music and Arts Service. I played in a band for 10 years, as well as doing some orchestral playing and work with a string quartet.

Notes - Piano & Keyboard. I teach in different styles. I am happy to help pupils through exams if that is the path they'd like to take. I teach classical music and the more traditional aspects of music making, but I also teach pop songs and improvisation. I try to make lessons as fun as possible, and take a very gentle approach to learning, always treating the student kindly. I welcome adults and children.

Robin Marsden - Recorder
020 8241 2749 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus; BA; L.R.A.M (Teaching); DipABRSM (Performance); CKME (Certificate of Kodály Music Education).

Experience - Have worked as a professional musician. Have taught across all key stages up to 'A' level, both as an instrumental teacher and as a class teacher.

Notes - As well as playing clarinet, piano and saxophone, I also teach the recorder, practical musicianship and theory, and can offer tuition for GCSE and 'A' Level music. Please see website for further details.

Saxophone

Geoffrey Williams - Clarinet
07976206545 - 02086486092 - Morden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ARCM Performers Course at Royal College of Music 1964-1967.

Experience - Have taught at all levels since leaving college.

Notes - I have been in many West End shows including Cats, Phantom, Miserables and have played for numerous recordings and TV shows, including 3 Royal Variety shows.

Jim Clow - Saxophone
07740478687 - 02088949994 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Senior Instrumental Teacher, London Borough of Hounslow. Flute and Piccolo with Band of the Irish Guards.

Experience - Qualified teacher of all woodwind instruments including Oboe with Hounslow Music Service and Adult Education for over 30 years.

Notes - Experienced at preparing pupils of all ages for ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall examinations. References from existing and former pupils on request. Conducted and tutored bands and orchestras for all ages. Currently resident conductor of Whitton Wind Orchestra.

Robin Merrett - Saxophone
07800 966 226 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus with Hons 1st Class Degree in Music Composition. Associated Board of Music Grade 5 Theory with Merit.

Experience - Independent saxophone tutor since 2009 (total beginners to advanced). Teach in many styles including jazz, classical, funk, reggae, ska, punk, rock, hip hop and soul. 10 years touring the UK and Europe playing in these genres too. Website of one of my bands included above.

Notes - I teach both jazz and classical styles for exams, but generally cater my lessons towards any style/genre or level that my students wish to learn. Fun and relaxed lessons catered to you. Sight reading and aural skills addressed.

Gemma Norford - Saxophone
07707 911 849 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) 2:1, Cardiff University. Grade 6 ABRSM Piano. DipABRSM (Performance) Clarinet.

Experience - Head of Woodwind at Kampala Music School, Uganda. Active musician with extensive ensemble experience. Previous employment with ABRSM ensures good working knowledge of syllabus. Experience of teaching a wide range of ages.

Notes - I teach predominantly classical but able to teach beginner jazz. Aural and theory skills will be taught as part of the lesson as I feel it is important the three disciplines should be taught in reference to each other. I am reliable, friendly and keen to encourage musical ability and enjoyment in students of all ages and abilities. Beginner-Diploma

Catherine Howe - Saxophone
07732787022 - 02085495870 - Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Diploma on Saxophone. Grade 8 Piano, Singing.

Experience - Formed 2 saxophone groups & organised rehearsals and concerts (inc teaching). Part of school groups & choir/orchestra etc.

Notes - Classical piano/saxophone. Piano up to grade 5 & saxophone upto grade 7.

Grant o'Sullivan - Saxophone
07736407165 - 02087073838 - Email - Hanworth (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Music.

Experience - Teach at Teddington Choir (St Mary's Singers) Teach alto sax privately. Teach small ensemble training. Performed through concerts and musical theatre.

Notes - Tailored alto sax lessons and ABRSM syllabus.

Claire Gainford - Saxophone
07774723698 - 02087935707 - Email - Richmond (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons GRNCM Joint Course, Post Graduate Diploma RNCM, Post Graduate Diploma Manchester University

Experience - 17 years teaching in private schools + universities, and professional orchestral playing. Experienced in all age ranges + abilities upto Diploma level.

Notes - I am classically trained and aim to teach with a methodical yet informal approach. I am experienced at ABRSM + Trinity Guildhall exam preparation, and offer aural training + music theory lessons. References from existing pupils available on request.

Robert Goodhew - Saxophone
07796958652 - 01932232886 - Email - Website - Walton-on-Thames (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - ATCL Diploma, MMus Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Spike Robinson Scholarship (British Jazz Foundation).

Experience - Extensive experience teaching private and group tuition to both children and adults. All styles catered for with Jazz and Improvisation a speciality.

Notes - Keen to learn the sax but don't like the thought of exams? Look no further! I will teach you with the emphasis on enjoyment. Results guaranteed!

Fred Summerbell - Saxophone
07779687704 - 02088474770 - Isleworth (Map)

Qualifications - ATCL, LTCL.

Experience - Over 25 years private teaching experience from beginner to diploma. Performing in big bands, dance bands, symphony orchestras and chamber orchestras.

Notes - Will also teach Clarinet and/or Flute. Classical & Jazz styles taught at all levels, preferring the 'nice tunes' repertoire to the pop scene (it's not for me). Adult beginners a specialty but all enthusiasts welcome.

Chris Doney - Saxophone
07920180720 - 02082417379 - Email - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - BA Hons Music and Technology.

Experience - Mostly beginners, grades 1-5, adults or children.

Notes - Alto sax I try to make the lessons fun and relaxed!

Robin Marsden - Saxophone
020 8241 2749 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus; BA; L.R.A.M (Teaching); DipABRSM (Performance); CKME (Certificate of Kodály Music Education).

Experience - Have worked as a professional musician. Have taught across all key stages up to 'A' level, both as an instrumental teacher and as a class teacher.

Notes - As well as playing clarinet, piano and saxophone, I also teach the recorder, practical musicianship and theory, and can offer tuition for GCSE and 'A' Level music. Please see website for further details.

Rick Scowen - Saxophone
020 8915 0188 - Sutton (Map)
Will Travel

Experience - At Schools, college and primary level since 1984. Coaching to all grade levels 1-8.

Notes - Jazz - both practical and theory. Published by Stanza Music (for the National Youth Jazz Orchestra).

Kelvin Christiane - Saxophone
07971242864 - 02082863242 - Email - Website - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - GDPLM (Leeds College of Music) studying saxophone, flute and composition. Grade 8 Clarinet and Oboe.

Experience - 20 years professional player and teacher. Teach at Hampton School at present.

Notes - I teach beginners to advanced level. Classical to Jazz and Blues.

Tom Law - Saxophone
07748964403 - 02089494768 - Email - Website - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus (Hons) - Royal College of Music. MMus (Jazz) - Guildhall School of Music + Drama.

Experience - Currently teaching at Bedales School Highgate School and Surrey University. Work as a freelance player includes Paragon Saxophone Quartet, CBSO, BSO + WND.

Notes - I teach both jazz and classical to all ages and abilities. I have experience in entering students for ABRSM straight and jazz, and Trinity/Guildhall exams with 100% pass rate.

Theory

Vickie Curran - Trumpet
07813859658 - 02089417984 - Email - Website - Hampton Hill (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Guildhall School of Music and Drama BMus Hons. Royal Academy of Music PGDip.

Experience - 12 years teaching experience, Head of Brass Richmond Music Trust, currently teaching in several local private and state schools, and several private students.

Notes - Freelance trumpet player. Also www.bombshellettes.com.

John Humphries - Horn
020 8393 6067 - Email - Epsom (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MA (Oxon).

Experience - 30 years teaching horn, trumpet and other brass, from beginners to diploma level. I am also an experienced music examiner. I have played the natural horn with orchestras including The Academy of Ancient Music and have written one of the standard histories of the horn.

Notes - While my teaching is based on solid technical and musical principles, I am a firm believer that playing an instrument should be fun, whatever your level. I am also available to teach music theory and for GCSE and A Level coaching.

Christie Grinham - Theory
07916 619 596 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)

Qualifications - Bass Guitar RGT Grade 8, Popular Music Theory RGT 5, Music A Level, Music Tech A Level.

Experience - Currently studying for a diploma for teaching bass guitar with RGT.

Notes - I can teach any style for 4,5, 6 string bass at grades 1-8. Beginners welcome. Do not have to study for grades if you don't want. Currently studying music at Kingston University.

Sarah Voight - Theory
07946539199 - 02089473455 - Email - Raynes Park (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - DipRCM (Performer) DipRCM (Teacher).

Experience - I have been teaching for nearly 30 years - some with schools but mostly privately. I began my career as an orchestral violinist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic, followed by a freelance career with orchestras in and around London. My time is now spent chiefly as a private teacher.

Notes - I teach classical style and accommodate all age ranges, from 5 to retirement age. My lessons lengths are 30, 45 or 60 mins, or longer if required.

Stelios Georgiou - Theory
07503 526 200 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Studying BMus Hons (Final Year). ABRSM Grade 8 Piano, Grade 8 Singing, Grade 6 Theory (Music).

Experience - Teaching music privately for some years. Have performed in venues including the Royal Festival Hall. Scholarship in Choral Singing at St James Charge

Notes - Classical, opera, musicals pop. Willing to teach from complete beginner to intermediate level.

Sue o'Hagan - Theory
020 8715 5470 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - B.H. (music and education). ARCM piano teaching.

Experience - 20 years experience teaching piano in schools and privately.

Notes - Children taught from beginner to grade 8. Up to Grade 5 theory.

Morgan Shaw - Theory
07540401819 - 02085410509 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Working above ABRSM Grade 8 on both violin and piano, and ABRSM Grade 5 Theory. Just graduated from Kingston University with a BMus Music majoring in Performance (2:1), Completed an ABRSM course on teaching.

Experience - I have been teaching for over 5 years. I aim to to motivate and inspire all age groups and involve the student in a fun dynamic lesson.

Notes - I can teach either private lessons or small groups in 30, 45 or 60 minute sessions. I can work towards the student's ABRSM graded exams or teach the student just for fun.

Tom Charlton - Theory
07870 394 299 - Email - Surrey
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - 6 years one-to-one tuition and group tuition specialising in the Rockschool syllabus, a contemporary grade system that embraces modern styles. I also offer tuition in traditional music theory as applied to all instruments to develop the skill of reading and writing music.

Notes - A working musician who teaches pupils in their own homes on their own instruments around Surrey.

Susan Rennie - Theory
07711 949 396 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - GRSM.

Experience - 30 years teaching. Professor at London College of Music. Currently Head of Keyboard at Marymount International School.

Notes - Inc Grade V Theory. Consultation available.

Julie Holland - Theory
07929377258 - 02083931157 - Email - Ewell (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - LRAM, GBSM, ABSM.

Experience - Experienced teacher of all ages and abilities. Currently working at Putney High School, St George's College in Weybridge and for Kingston Music Service. Also worked with professional orchestras.

Notes - Tuition is based on a classical approach from beginners to an advanced level.

Richard Bennett - Theory
07980424405 - 02083909400 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - GRSM (Royal College of Music), Post-Graduate Certificate of Advanced Study.

Experience - I have many years experience as a professional horn player. I have been a member of the orchestras of no fewer than nine West End shows, and I have worked as a freelance player with a number of well-known orchestras.

Notes - I teach all levels from beginner onwards, having formerly taught Brass at Guildford High School, and for the borough of Merton, plus private pupils. I can also prepare pupils for theory exams.

Donald Bousted - Theory
07894 098 980 - Email - Website - Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - BA (Hons); AGSM; post grad cert (RCM); PGCE; PhD.

Experience - Highly experienced teacher of music theory and composition. Taught in schools and three university departments.

Notes - Music theory grades; assistance with GCSE, advanced level or university degree courses - composition in any style including the use of computer-based composition using MIDI.

Carolyn Dennis - Theory
07949080257 - 02083305673 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Hons, ABSM.

Experience - 10 years+ experience. Royal College of Music Junior. Birmingham Conservatoire.

Notes - Teach AB exams to Grade 8 violin, Grade 6 piano, also theory Grade 5.

Rosie Timpson - Theory
07910234996 - 02087442506 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction, MA (Hons) CANTAB.

Experience - 7 years of flute and music theory tuition for ABRSM, Guildhall or for recreation. Children or adults.

Notes - Beginners to advanced classical flute. Both for grades and/or recreation. Jazz, folk and popular styles covered.

Pam Speed-Andrews - Theory
020 8399 8263 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - LTCL, ATCL, Member of ISM.

Experience - Over 30 years experience, teaching privately and in school. Secretary of Piano section of the Kingston Festival of the Performing Arts and the local representative for ABRSM.

Notes - I teach all styles of music and prepare pupils for exams with the ABRSM (which are taken at my home). I have a special interest in teaching young beginners and I teach music theory, either individually or in small groups, particularly in preparation for ABRSM Grade 5.

Matthew Bromley - Theory
Email - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Piano, Grade 5 Theory (ABRSM). Currently studying Music at Kingston University (BMus Hons).

Experience - Been playing music for over 9 years, teaching for 3-4, classically trained. I have done jobs such as music directory and composing for radio adverts.

Notes - I am happy to take on students, from beginner to intermediate standard in piano, recorder and theory. My pupils have a 100% merit and distinction rate.

Samantha Neal - Theory
020 8397 3480 - Email - Tolworth (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - ALCM (Associate of the London College of Music), Grade 8 Piano, Grade 7 Music Theory.

Experience - Over 21 years piano teaching experience.

Notes - I teach all ages from 6 years old to pensioners. I teach all standards from beginners up to Grade 8 piano and also teach up to Grade 5 theory of music. I teach in Thames Ditton 5 days a week but other areas I also teach include New Malden, Kingston and Claygate.

Isabella Millea - Theory
07867795365 - 02089425585 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Perf. LRAM QTS.

Experience - I have taught privately and in schools from 1999. I have played with well known orchestras such as BBC Philharmonic, Royal Opera House + the LSO.

Notes - I teach classical and beginner jazz. All ages and abilities welcome.

Emma-Louise Tinniswood - Theory
07973900196 - 02084080633 - Email - Website - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA (Hons) Music.

Experience - I have taught music in schools and privately for 12 years and am artistic director of Step on Stage. I prepare students for piano and music theory exams for ABRSM.

Notes - I teach classical and jazz/popular. Beginners to Grade 6 theory and piano. Regular music concerts organised throughout the year. Festival work and help with music scholarships. We also offer musical theatre and oreoare for the LAMDA examinations. We run holiday music and musical theatre workshops.

Anne Hornby - Theory
07881824241 - 02087449001 - Email - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BMus.

Experience - 10 years of experience teaching Grade 5 and Grade 6 Theory to children and adults.

Notes - A concentrated course of lessons specifically aimed at overcoming the Grade 5 hurdle. No experience of earlier grades necessary. I also teach steel pan.

Susan Pluthero - Theory
01784 250 240 - Email - Ashford (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Piano - CT ABRSM.

Experience - I have played since I was a child and took up piano teaching after retirement, transferring skills gained as a primary school teacher. I am an active recorder ensemble player.

Notes - I teach mainly classical, but have completed the initial ABRSM Jazz Professional Development course in 2008 and am happy to teach early stages of jazz piano, recorders and theory to grade 5. I aim to give pupils a firm musical grounding, establishing good habits from the start, which will form the basis of whatever musical style they may wish to play in the future.

Robert Woolley - Theory
020 8398 6085 - Email - Website - Thames Ditton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - ARCM, GRSM.

Experience - I have been a keyboard faculty professor at The Royal College of Music since 1985 and am an ABRSM Diploma examiner.

Notes - Mainly classical, also jazz. Preparation for ABRSM and Trinity Guildhall exams, Music Scholarships and Conservatoire entrance. Member of Incorporated Society of Musicians.

Robin Marsden - Theory
020 8241 2749 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - MMus; BA; L.R.A.M (Teaching); DipABRSM (Performance); CKME (Certificate of Kodály Music Education).

Experience - Have worked as a professional musician. Have taught across all key stages up to 'A' level, both as an instrumental teacher and as a class teacher.

Notes - As well as playing clarinet, piano and saxophone, I also teach the recorder, practical musicianship and theory, and can offer tuition for GCSE and 'A' Level music. Please see website for further details.

Lorna Washington - Theory
07971 979 565 - Email - (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Professional Diploma (Royal Academy of Music), teacher of singing 2.R.A.M..

Experience - 9 years with Welsh National Opera, West End shows, touring concerts in GB, Europe, Middle East. Director of Opera. 10 years teaching of Voice Post Grad, 1 year Music Technology + Recording (Kingston Uni).

Notes - Voice - classical and modern - including performing and recording techniques. I also teach Music Theory.

Elizabeth Binks - Theory
07947404484 - 02083971716 - Chessington (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - AGSM Certificate Advanced Studies Performers (Guildhall School of Music)

Experience - Teaching experience at Epsom College, Wells Cathedral School, Guidhall School of Music, state & private schools)

Notes - Grade exams from beginners to Advanced Diploma standard. 30 years experience. Parents welcome to attend the lessons. I have patience, but get good exam results (AB/Trinity).

Chris Keyte - Theory
07849 776 934 - Email - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Composition Degree 2:1 BMus(Hons).

Experience - Teaching for four years. Pupils aged 7-50s.

Notes - Classical, rock, pop, folk. Rockschool, RGT, Classical grades.

Sam Edgington - Theory
07870275301 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Music Degree BA Hons. Grade 8 Bass + Trumpet.

Experience - I have been teaching for 5 years, 100% pass rate exams ABRSM and Rockschool. All styles/techniques taught, focusing on particularareas that pupils would like to.

Notes - I am a full time musician/teacher performing regularly in a variety of styles on all the instruments listed above.

Chris Marsh - Theory
07775785756 - 02089428289 - Email - New Malden (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA Hons. MA (Cantab), ABRSM Grade 8 piano and clarinet, currently taking DipABRSM (Dec 2010).

Experience - 10 years experience. Formerly Music Director at St Stephens Church, West London, as well as teaching experience at university and at Mihara High School, Japan. Registered with Kingston and Richmond music services. Regular performances (Kingston Chamber Music Society).

Notes - Experienced teacher of piano, clarinet & theory. Preparation for all ABRSM grade exams, and learning purely for fun. I take a flexible, individual approach to lessons, introducing you/your children to a variety of music depending on their interests, and above all making sure my students are enjoying music as well as making progress.

Vocals

Lily Driver-Thurston - Vocals
07584497328 - 02083981423 - Email
Surbiton (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - LAMDA, Grade 8 Drama.

Experience - Musical shows: Oliver, Les Miserables, The King and I, with Elmbridge Youth Theatre.

Notes - Young, passionate about singing. Specialising in Musical Theatre for children.

Stelios Georgiou - Vocals
07503 526 200 - Email - Website - Kingston (Map)
Will Travel

Qualifications - Studying BMus Hons (Final Year). ABRSM Grade 8 Piano, Grade 8 Singing, Grade 6 Theory (Music).

Experience - Teaching music privately for some years. Have performed in venues including the Royal Festival Hall. Scholarship in Choral Singing at St James Charge

Notes - Classical, opera, musicals pop. Willing to teach from complete beginner to intermediate level.

Sarah Weston - Vocals
07886604143 - 01372271216 - Email - Website - Ashtead (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA (Hons): Music and Management, NVQ L4: Advice and Guidance, Trinity College of Music: Jazz Course (2 years). Currently studying Masters in 21st Century Music.

Experience - I work with Surrey Arts and teach adults and children.

Notes - I teach all levels and specialise in songwriting, improvisation and theory. Expert in Jazz music and able to develop any voice. Please contact me to discuss how I may be able to help you.

Alison Penfold - Vocals
078333320612 - 02083901053 - apenfold0304@btinternet.com - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA (Hons).

Experience - Trained RNCM. 25 years teaching experience and 30 years performing experience. Previously a member of the English National Opera. Freelance soloist whose work has been reviewed favourably in 'The Stage' and 'Opera' magazines.

Notes - Stage name Alison Weatherburn. I teach classical technique and am also experienced in music theatre repertoire. I also hold a degree in psychotherapy and am an approved therapist with the British Association of Performing Arts, supporting artists with emotional difficulties such as performance anxiety. I teach all ages and have a high degree of success in supporting students who are applying to theatre school.

Roz McLeod - Vocals
07745852836 - 01372745002 - Email - Epsom (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - Grades 1-8 Singing, Certificate in Teaching.

Experience - Lots of vocal performance experience, 6 years teaching and vocal coaching experience.

Notes - Vocal coach to children and adults. 1:1 or in groups. Lessons taught 1:1 in Epsom or on site at your venue. Music workshops designed and delivered for groups as required. Music Director for choirs.

Elinor Young - Vocals
07535 813 402 - Email
Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Grade 8 Voice, Grade 7 Piano, Grade 7 Trumpet.

Experience - Secondary Music PGCE.

Notes - Classical music and theory.

Hannah Kirk - Vocals
07884 353 802 - Email - Website
Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - B Ed Hons LRAM Singing Teaching. Artistic Director for www.banjostheatreclass.co.uk theatre class for 9 – 16 year olds and www.operadamici.co.uk professional Operatic Entertainment Company.

Experience - Extensive experience in opera, oratorio, session and backing as well as solo performer. Active teacher, promoting singing in school to adult. Ex Head of Music, Director of Infant Music for Kingston Music.

Notes - Singing teacher to All levels, from unsure beginner to would be professional. All aspects of vocal teaching and technique covered to develop the individual voice, including opera/classical styles.

Elaine Hallam - Vocals
07956 323 782 - Email - Website
Thames Ditton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - LAMDA - Drama.

Experience - 11 West End musicals leads. Session vocalist. Backing vocalist. Brit school tutor. Italia Conti tutor.

Notes - Rock, pop, jazz, R+B, musicals. Vocal coach for record companies.

Theodora Stamoulaki - Vocals
07598 932 803 - Email - Website - Surbiton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - ABRSM: Introduction to instrumental and vocal teaching. Royal Academy of Music - London: Postgraduate Diploma in Singing. Athens Music Conservatory: Singing Diploma with Honours and 1st prize. Advanced Harmony Diploma. Counterpoint Diploma. Piano studies grade 8. Opera Training Course.

Experience - London (2006-Present): Private tuition (singing and piano) Adults and Children. Greece (1996-2004): Private one-to-one tuition (singing, piano, music theory). Greece (1998-2009): Council Music School of Argyroupolis, Athens, piano tuition.

Notes - I have worked work with children and adults since 1996. Teaching experience in vocal studies, piano studies, theory of music (classical styles and technique plus other music styles). Performance experience (solo, duo and ensemble) in UK and Greece.

Aurelie Konter - Vocals
07540 370 906 - Email - Kingston (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus in Performance and Computer Composition.

Experience - Soprano in classical/jazz vocal groups - 5 years. Lead singer in several bands over the last 7 years. Trained classically for 2 years. Trained in jazz/pop for 3 years.

Notes - Individual/group lessons. Help with French, Spanish and Italian pieces. Pop/jazz/rock styles..

Emma-Louise Tinniswood - Vocals
07973900196 - 02084080633 - Email - Website - Twickenham (Map)
CRB Checked

Qualifications - BA (Hons) Music.

Experience - I have taught music in schools and privately for 12 years and am artistic director of Step on Stage. I prepare students for piano and music theory exams for ABRSM.

Notes - I teach classical and jazz/popular. Beginners to Grade 6 theory and piano. Regular music concerts organised throughout the year. Festival work and help with music scholarships. We also offer musical theatre and oreoare for the LAMDA examinations. We run holiday music and musical theatre workshops.

Jayne Marshall - Vocals
0773018829 - 02083999543 - Website - Surbiton (Map)

Qualifications - Won a place on the day of my actual audition at 18 into Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

Experience - Professional singer and actress in theatre as leading lady, radio broadcasts, TV. Vast concert work/soloist.

Notes - All styles + ages from 7 to old. Beginners, drama school candidates, choristers, professionals, auditionees.

Dan Joseph - Vocals
07949 598 611 - Email - Website - Hampton (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BMus Performance Guitar Bass Voice 1999.

Experience - I have 15 years experience in teaching, playing professionally at concerts, sessions and functions. I have worked alongside Eddie Izzard, Tony Hadley, Killer Queen, Sir Cliff Richard and Shirley Bassey.

Notes - I have a fun and effective approach for all ages levels and styles motivating you to improve. What you want to learn is incorporated into lessons. i have 30 plus regular students. I encourage most in getting bands off the ground and some have had commercial success. Adults brush up as a hobby, and as a profession.

Lorna Washington - Vocals
07971 979 565 - Email - (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - Professional Diploma (Royal Academy of Music), teacher of singing 2.R.A.M..

Experience - 9 years with Welsh National Opera, West End shows, touring concerts in GB, Europe, Middle East. Director of Opera. 10 years teaching of Voice Post Grad, 1 year Music Technology + Recording (Kingston Uni).

Notes - Voice - classical and modern - including performing and recording techniques. I also teach Music Theory.

Phil Warren - Vocals
07789 902 169 - Email - Website - East Molesey
Will Travel

Qualifications - A-Level Music.

Experience - 10 years teaching privately - 8 years full time.

Notes - Contemporary rock/pop styles. I primarily teach pupils to play their favourite music using theirown mp3s/CDs. I teach pupil's in their own home - Kingston, Teddington and Surbiton and surrounding areas.

Ashley Griggs - Vocals
07956421999 - 02089790978 - Email - Website - West Molesey (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Experience - 8 years teaching, producer with 2 albums and radio plays in UK/Europe + live radio sessions for BBC.

Notes - Rock, blues, reggae, funk, songwriting. Production + advice on the music business as a career. Friendly fun approach.

Lauren Casey - Vocals
07947745745 - 02083981200 - Email - Website - Esher (Map)
CRB Checked - Will Travel

Qualifications - BA Hons in Professional Musicianship (Vocals). ABRSM grades on violin. Trained.

Experience - Teaching violin + vocals for over 6 years. 100% pass rate. Teacher at Stagecoach. Taught groups in schools. Led junior school rock choir. Manage a stageschool 'Casey's Centrestage'.

Notes - I am a young, fun + enthusiastic teacher. I teach ABRSM for violin. I teach many styles in vocals, improving breathing technique, pitch, power, performance skills, posture, diction etc. Many of my pupils want to learn to sing covers, musicals + other styles. I find teaching very rewarding + enjoy passing on my knowledge and performance skills.

Harriet Dykes - Vocals
020 8942 8533 - Email - New Malden (Map)

Qualifications - London School of Music + Media Certificate of teaching singing. Grade 8 piano.

Experience - I started singing teaching in 2000 privately. I am a freelance professional singer and give recitals of classical music. I have sung at the Proms, Radio 4 and made CD's with the Tavener Corsort + Choir.

Notes - I have developed my own style of teaching based on what I have learnt whilst at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and master classes and other professional teachers I have had. I focus on posture, delivery and vocal technique mainly diction, pure vowels and musical interpretation.

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