Simon's Tutor Profile, Wandsworth Piano teacher, Wandsworth Trumpet teacher, Wandsworth Bass Guitar teacher, Wandsworth Double Bass teacher, Wandsworth Music Theory teacher

Piano
Beginner - £25.00 p.h.
Intermediate - £25.00 p.h.
Advanced - £25.00 p.h.

Trumpet
Beginner - £25.00 p.h.
Intermediate - £25.00 p.h.
Advanced - £25.00 p.h.
Expert - £30.00 p.h.
Casual - £25.00 p.h.

Bass Guitar
Beginner - £25.00 p.h.
Intermediate - £25.00 p.h.
Advanced - £25.00 p.h.
Expert - £30.00 p.h.
Casual - £25.00 p.h.

Double Bass
Beginner - £25.00 p.h.
Intermediate - £25.00 p.h.
Advanced - £25.00 p.h.
Expert - £30.00 p.h.
Casual - £25.00 p.h.

Music Theory
Beginner - £25.00 p.h.
Intermediate - £25.00 p.h.
Advanced - £25.00 p.h.
Expert - £30.00 p.h.
Casual - £25.00 p.h.

Personal Description: I am both a working session musician, composer and teacher with extensive knowledge of music theory, musical techniques and approaches to practice and performance.
I have worked as a classical trumpet player, playing in most youth orchestras and solo, studying under the likes of John Miller, John Wallace and Crispian Steele-Perkins. Highlights of my trumpet career include playing an opening fanfare at the Royal Albert Hall, the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall (Symphonie Fantastique) and the Barbican (Firebird) live on Radio 3.
I currently work as a bass player, both Electric and Double, having played at most festivals such as Cheltenham, Montreaux and North Sea Jazz Festivals, Secret Garden Party, Beach Break, Wireless Festival, played at the National Theatre and for artists on Sony RCA among many other Independent artists.
I have studied the Simandl Double Bass method, Sigi Bucshs Bass Compendium and Chuck Sher's Bass Method. I have been taught by Dudley Phillips, Tom Mason and Laurence Cottle.

Tutoring Experience: I have taught both in an after school (Tafel Music, Basingstoke) and privately for 6 years, ranging from ages of 6-22 years. For Grades, I focus mainly on the ABRSM syllabus (both Jazz and Classical) for trumpet and piano, and the Rock School syllabus for electric bass and occasionally piano.
For casual or off grade teaching I have a large selection of music books ranging from classical to jazz and pop.

Tutoring Approach: My approach to music tuition is to be friendly and approachable - none of my pupils fear playing pieces (and making mistakes) of music in front of me.
Lessons tend to focus on all aspects of being a musician. This includes: Instrumental technique, playing pieces of music, performance, practice and theory.
I look at the individual and assess how they think as a person and as a musician, that way I don't enforce techniques that the student isn't ready for (for example you wouldn't expect a sprinter to run a long distance marathon).
I address the issues of practicing and teach methods of practice that can be more enjoyable than mundane repetition, however I do expect my students to understand the need to put time into playing an instrument in order to get better.
I generally teach young learners (6-10 years) for 30mins, but longer if requested. Anyone older I recommend lessons of 40-60mins. They don't feel that long, honest!

Qualifications:

• 2008: BA(Hons) Music - first class - Southampton University also winning the Peter Evans prize for performing excellence. (Bachelors)
• 2002: DipABRSM - Trumpet performance - ABRSM (Professional)

Native Language: English (British)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes
CRB Check: Yes