Information About Jen - Guildford teacher

Personal Description:

Hello my name is Jenny and I am an experienced Guildford based music teacher. I initially studied music at the University of Surrey and since then I have taken a range of music and teaching qualifications. I have taught music within the classroom, small groups and on a one to one basis. I strongly advise taking theory lessons alongside practical lessons to develop essential skills for being a musician, especially if you want to take GCSE or A Level music further down the line.

Tutoring Experience:

Qualified and experienced (15 years) classroom and instrumental teacher

PGCE (Music classroom teaching)
DipABRSM (Flute teaching)
LTCL and ATCL (Flute performance)
PGCert (Instrumental teaching)
BMus(hons) Music Degree 2013
Grade 8 piano and flute
Grade 5 music theory

DBS checked and insured

Tutoring Approach:

I aim to always keep my lessons varied and fun. I provide weekly practice notes and advise how to keep improving between your weekly lessons with me. Pupils are expected to practice in-between lessons to ensure sufficient progress is made.

I am based in my garden studio in central Guildford. I encourage pupils to take music exams or have a performance or recording to aim towards. These could be live or pre-recorded exams, taking part in local music festivals, making a video for family and friends. I am also more than happy teach just for fun and enjoyment.

I am happy to teach children and adults, however with particularly young children, I do encourage a parent to sit in the lesson. Ideally I will start a pupil at the age of seven.

What lessons offer:

- Designated teaching space in central Guildford
- Detailed practice notes after each lesson
- Frequent progress report feedback to parent/carer
- Graded exam preparation
- Recital preparation (GCSE, A Level, Auditions)
- Piccolo, saxophone and recorder lessons (please enquire)
- Instrument purchase/hire advice