Information About Frazer - Johnstone teacher -

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Personal Description:

I have been playing the accordion for forty years and teaching for twenty five years.
I am trained in classical music and theory , playing and teaching all genres of music.

I teach all levels of musician and all ages.
Easy going teaching method , goal orientated, enthusiastic and patient.

I also provide short term courses for players who have specific challenges such as technique problems, or even performance anxiety.

At the moment I mainly teach Scottish Traditional music, imparting 25 years of dance band and solo playing into my pupils.

Can't play with a "Scottish" feel , but want to , I can help.
Can't read music ? No problem, I have courses and structured classes that can help improve technique and playing ability.
Don't live in Glasgow, Scotland Or the UK ? , No problem , I have many pupils who I teach via Skype at a time suitable to them.
Don't have a car, or difficult to travel to me?, no problem , I can come to you , if you live fairly locally I do house visits ( although slightly more expensive to cover travel costs)
Can't read music but want to learn ? I can help.

I teach all ages and standards of musician , I can teach to exam level ( school and royal college of accordionist) as well as teach to the standards set out by the conservatoire of music in Glasgow (traditional music course and classical music course)

I also have full Disclosure Scotland security check so able to work with minors and vulnerable people.

Tutoring Experience:

Forty years playing twenty five years teaching .

I have taught many traditional music accordion competition winners, ranging from the UK accordion championships , Scottish championships in traditional music and classical as well as MOD winners.

Tutoring Approach:

My approach to teaching is simple, have fun and enjoy learning.
I teach at your pace , whilst you learn the.music you want to play in an agreed lesson plan with structured goals and outcomes.