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Since June 2020
Instructor since June 2020
Songwriting and composition for all abilities and genres.
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From 29 £ /h
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I specialise in teaching song writing and composition in all genres to any ability. In lessons we will look at harmony, melody, lyrics and if desired music production to help advance your songwriting ability.

As a songwriter and producer I have had music featured on BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 and many more. I also have a masters degree in songwriting and composition from Leeds College of Music and a 1st class BA(Hons) degree in songwriting and jazz performance.
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About Me
I am a passionate guitarist, songwriter and producer. I love to perform live across the UK with various bands and to write and record my own and other people's original music!
I love teaching, and feel passionate about sharing my experiences and knowledge with other musicians.
Education
Masters Degree (MMuS) in Composition and Songwriting (Leeds College of Music)
1st Class Degree (BAHons) in Popular Songwriting and Jazz Guitar (Leeds College of Music)
Experience / Qualifications
Having both a Masters Degree and a BMus in Music (specialising in composition and jazz guitar), I have a very broad musical education in a number of different musical pathways. I received jazz guitar tuition throughout my university education from accomplished tutors including Jamie Taylor and Ulrich Elbracht and have gone on to play jazz guitar professionally for a number of artists and groups as well as having weekly residencies at the Domino Club and Sela Bar. I have played jazz guitar alongside artists including John Surman and Jean Toussaint at prestigious events such as Montreux Jazz Festival.

As a professional working musician I have a wealth of experience of real world musical scenarios. I have played guitar at a very high professional level for both function and commercial bands as well as in original rock, pop, soul and funk bands. Through doing this I have played for large audiences at venues and festivals including Boomtown, The Hootananny (Brixton), The ICC (Birmingham) and many others. I have also had music I have written, produced and played guitar, bass and keys on featured on radio stations such as BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 Music, Rock Current and many local and regional stations.
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Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
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English
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Guitar for all abilities and genres, specialising in Blues, Jazz, Rock, Indie and Pop.
29 £ /h
I teach both electric and acoustic guitar to all ages and abilities and teach multiple genres specialising in: Blues, Jazz, Rock, Indie, Pop, Funk and Soul.

I have both a Masters Degree and an Undergraduate degree in music and have worked as a professional gigging musician since graduating.

I received jazz guitar tuition throughout my university education from accomplished tutors including Jamie Taylor and Ulrich Elbracht and have gone on to play jazz guitar professionally for a number of artists and groups as well as having weekly residencies at the Domino Club and Sela Bar. I have played jazz guitar alongside artists including John Surman and Jean Toussaint at prestigious events such as Montreux Jazz Festival.

I have played guitar at a very high professional level for both function and commercial bands as well as in original rock, pop, soul and funk bands. Through doing this I have played for large audiences at venues and festivals including Boomtown, The Hootananny (Brixton), The ICC (Birmingham) and many others. I have also had music I have written, produced and played guitar, bass and keys on featured on radio stations such as BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 6 Music, Rock Current and many local and regional stations.
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With me, your goals and self-esteem are my #1 priority.

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To combat this, we must take special care of ourselves and I believe that working towards finding our individual voices is a fantastic way to do so. Working on a creative skill cultivates greater emotional health and builds our confidence as we improve.

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You’re ready to take action to build your confidence
You want to overcome fears around performing
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You want to stabilise and strengthen your voice
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You DON’T want to spend hours on scales or music theory

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You’re ready to take action to build your confidence
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You want to expand the range of notes you can sing
You want to discover your voice
You want to improve your vocal tone
You want to stabilise and strengthen your voice
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