I am a music teacher, specialising in ukulele, cello, bass guitar and early years (0-6 years old) music. I run Crescendo in schools and nurseries in London
I am a musician and music teacher living in South London. I currently teach music all over London to children of all ages; predominantly within the primary age phase. I teach ukulele (both wider opportunities, small groups and privately), bass guitar and cello as well as running music classes for children up to the age of 7 years old (Crescendo Music).
26/09/2017
Can you play the guitar? We are looking for children (7-11) and adults (all ages!) to take part in 'A Brief History of the Coolest Instrument in the World', where we'll be running through classics from Jimi Hendrix to Charlie Christian.
More details and sign ups are here: https://t.co/m3jW7sbr2x
02/06/2017
What a fantastic initiative...
“An Instrument for Every Child” – Estonia’s ambitious music initiative As part of Estonia’s centenary celebrations in 2018, an ambitious project which is aiming to comprehensively upgrade the country’s instrument collections and its music education overall.
19/04/2016
Music is a lifesaver. Every child should have a chance to play The US is making music a core subject in schools, while in Britain the system is in tatters. Instead of a divisive, stultifying curriculum, our government should encourage collaboration, creativity and responsibility with orchestras
24/10/2015
Classical music – just give children the chance to love it You don’t need a PhD or a specific gift in order to appreciate classical music. All you need is ears, and an open mind – things every child already has
26/03/2015
Singing enhances learning retention, language development, listening skills and concentration. Harnessing the power of singing. http://ow.ly/KLZ7G
24/10/2014
Why music programs are important!
Very much looking forward to taking my class to the cinema on Tuesday to launch our Ten Pieces project with the BBC. Should be good fun, and a great way to expose children to important pieces of classical music...
22/08/2014
Why Joining a Choir Is the Easiest Way to Make Yourself Happier This essay is adapted from Imperfect Harmony: Finding Happiness While Singing With Others by Stacy Horn, out now from Algonquin Books. I used to think choir singing was only was for nerds and church people. Since I was neither, I never considered singing in a group—even though I loved singing...
01/06/2014
How cool is this pool....
http://www.ioe.ac.uk/59749.html - a report on how ukulele playing can improve retirement!
16/03/2014
So true!