Information About Lydia Catherine - Pontypool teacher - (18 reviews)
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Lydia Catherine offers a discount of 25% on their first / introductory lesson!
Piano |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Flute |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Clarinet |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £40.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Saxophone |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £40.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
Music Theory |
Hourly Fee |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Casual | £40.00 |
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Personal Description:
ONLINE LESSONS AVAILABLE VIA ZOOM - 30 MIN FREE TASTER LESSON
I am a professional clarinettist, music tutor, workshop leader, and graduate from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama with a BMus (Hons) – specialising in clarinet performance & woodwind tripling.
Tutoring Experience:
My practical qualifications include: DipABRSM Clarinet Performance Diploma, Grade 8 Flute Performance & Classical Saxophone (ABRSM), Grade 8 Piano & Jazz Saxophone (TCL), and Grade 6 Music Theory (ABRSM). Additional certifications include: DBS Check (available on the Update Service), CPD Certified 'Level 4 in Higher Learning Teaching Assistant' (with Higher Distinction), EduCare 'NSPCC Child Protection Awareness', and 'NHS First Aid Essentials Level 2'.
In 2016, I graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama with a BMus (Hons) Undergrauduate Degree in Music - specialising in Clarinet Performance. During my studies, I was taught by: John Cooper, Timothy Lines, Lenny Sayers & James Mainwaring. I also performed in masterclasses for Michael Collins and Andrew Marriner.
Early in my Conservatoire education, I discovered a natural aptitude for teaching, and soon became passionate about enhancing transferable skills - whilst also bridging the gap between Primary & Secondary School music education. I am also a keen advocate for inclusion and accessibility across all musical platforms, with particular focus on instrumental provision for children with additional needs.
I have volunteered at: Touch Trust (session assistant / performance specialist), Kings Monkton School (assistant Year 3 teacher), Making Music Changing Lives (assistant clarinet teacher), Bryn Deri Primary School (orchestra conductor / musical director), and Music in Hospitals & Care (fundraising assistant, 'bucket-collection' coordinator & Charity Ambassador).
I have worked as a music specialist at St. Patrick's R.C Primary School (year 3/4 teaching assistant & choir director), the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama Junior Department (auxiliary staff, admin / receptionist & orchestral support), Forte School of Music (group piano, 1-1 woodwind & singing tutor), and SuperStars Inc (KS2 music cover teacher). I have also taught peripatetic woodwind as an independent contractor, at both Sully Primary School and Willows High School (Cardiff).
I am hugely proud of my roots as a county-grown, Welsh musician. I consistently support Welsh Music, both in community settings (running workshops in various schools), and most prominently through a five-year affiliation with the National Youth Wind Orchestra and National Youth Orchestras of Wales (holding the seat of 'Principal Clarinettist' for two consecutive years).
Tutoring Approach:
Since 2014, I have taught: Clarinet, Flute & Saxophone to an advanced level, and Piano, Singing & Music Theory to an intermediate level.
I offer an inclusive and inspiring approach to music tuition - encouraging all potential musicians to realise and achieve their goals; with focus on the ‘whole learner’ - taking into account their individual learning styles, needs & abilities.
A typical lesson includes development of: tone, technique, stamina, expression, theory, aural & general musicianship.
My teaching style is suitable for all types of musicians, from casual to expert, beginner to advanced - if you want to learn a new instrument, rediscover an old passion, work towards graded exams, or just play for fun!
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (2017) - BMus (Hons) - Clarinet Performance (Bachelors) (✔ On File)
- Educare (2014) - NSPCC Child Protection Awareness (Other) (✔ On File)
- Edexcel (2013) - A-Level Music (A) (School) (✔ On File)
- Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (2010) - Grade 8 Classical Saxophone (Distinction) (Other) (✔ On File)
Lydia Catherine's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 18 |
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| Total Other Feedback: (not shown) | 1 |
She's very perceptive to my playing over videocall and is open to suggestions of pieces i want to play. It's been great picking up the proper technique, and i'm chuffed with the progress i've made so far.
I genuinely look forward to my weekly lessons, normally taking my keyboard with me to not miss a lesson!
-Ali
Wants what’s best for you and is definitely someone to rely on. Does her best to make the most out of the time you have. Would 100% recommend to everyone!
forward to further lessons and feel confident that Lydia will help me achieve a long time desire to be able to play the saxophone.
Richard.