My intention in creating a team of tutors to work alongside me was to give privately taught music an added appeal that was missing from the music lessons in my childhood. I wanted to give pupils choices, to vary their learning and to work with all concerned in ensuring the benefits of the lessons were witnessed on a weekly basis. I wanted our musicians (at whatever stage of their learning) to aspire to the skills of their teacher, to hear them play live, and to love their work whilst working hard. Music lessons should be fun, taught with patience and always focused on the desires of the pupil. The tutors below are all local, passionate musicians, eager to pass on their enthusiasm and knowledge to all ages and abilities. Have a look at our testimonials page to see how much we're all enjoying the music we've been learning...

Jacqui Attwood

Jacqui is an accomplished teacher, performer and composer specialising in Saxophone, Clarinet and Piano. She worked for several years in a major London Recording Studio and now teaches Classical, popular music and Jazz to children. As well as playing in two Brighton based bands, she also teaches sound recording to young adults. Jacqui has many years experience in both group and individual music training.

Robin Coward

Robin has studied classical Piano and Guitar from the age of 5 and has played in various orchestras, ensembles and bands. In fact, according to his parents, he could sing before he could speak. A successful songwriter, Robin is a wellknown face on the Brighton music circuit and has taught both children and adults for a number of years.

Greg Mickelborough

Greg is an experienced music teacher. A skilled pianist, accompanist and Trumpeter, Greg's other passion is conducting musical theatre and opera. Although classically trained, he has experience playing with various Jazz and funk bands in London and elsewhere. He has also worked as a composer and arranger for various bands. Available as a tutor in both Piano and Trumpet, Greg believes music making should be something everyone has the opportunity to experience, and is passionate about his student’s progress.

Mike Ellaway

Mike is an all round accomplished musician; he sings, plays piano, guitar, saxophone, mandolin and bass. After studying music at Cambridge he specialised in Guitar at the Academy of Contempory Music. Mike has recorded with West End principal singers and was head of vocals for two years at the Brighton Institute of modern music. With a wealth of experience to pass on to his pupils, Mike now teaches guitar to children as young as 5 years.

Christy Wang

Christy trained as a pianist in China. She then graduated with a BA (Hons) degree in jazz from Leeds College of Music, and has a great interest in Latin music. Christy specialises in teaching beginners to advanced level students of all ages and encourages them to discover their own individual musical interests. Styles taught include Classical, Jazz and Pop as well as music theory. She can teach from home in central Hove or come to you.

Paola Cannas

Paola is a piano teacher with a BMus in classical piano. She loves all styles of music and has a strong knowledge of music history and theory. Paola is currently writing a PhD on performance history at the University of Sussex. She has taught piano, music basic skills and music theory for several years to students of all ages. She is very keen for her students to enjoy their music learning and make piano playing one of the best experiences of their life.

Natasha Gawlinski

Natasha has been teaching privately and in schools for over 10 years. She studied a music degree and a post graduate degree in music education in London. She moved to Brighton to pursue her teaching career and to play in various different ensembles in a variety of different styles including Jazz, Funk, Samba and Classical. After a two year stint in Mexico City where she taught music to children from 6 to 16 she is now back in Brighton to continue where she left off. Her instruments are piano, saxophones, clarinet and flute and she is able to teach at her home or at pupil's homes.

Norman Jacobs

Norman is a pianist who loves many different kinds of music and has a strong knowledge of music history and theory. With a First Class BA Honours and MA in Music from University of Sussex. He has been teaching piano and music theory for a number of years to students of all ages, helping pupils maximise both fun and fulfilment in their understanding and appreciation of music. He can teach at his home in central Brighton or can come to you.

 

Vicky Tremain

Vicky is a saxophonist, clarinetist, vocalist and composer with an MA in Music. She is an active musician/performer in the local arts community and is involved in many local music collectives both as a front woman and a sax player. Vicky has extensive experience teaching adults and children alike in a variety of styles for all abilities. She tailors her lessons to the requirements of each individual student and is committed to ensuring these sessions are both fun and rewarding. Vicky specialises in Jazz, Folk and Improvisation. 

Emily MacDonald

Emily began piano lessons at the age of 4 and has a Masters from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. As a classically trained pianist she has performed as a soloist, accompanist and in ensembles. She also sings, plays guitar and accordion, laying in various bands and as a singer-songwriter, She is also a qualified music therapist. Emily has experiance of teaching piano to all ages from beginners to advanced and is committed to helping students realise their potential

 

Rhiannon Bouvier

Rhiannon Bouvier is a multi-instrumentalist for Canada. She is a grade 8, classically trained pianist and a proficient guitar, saxophone, clarinet player and vocalist. She holds a diploma in songwriting and is currently the producer for her own musical project based in Brighton. She is experienced in Classical and Contemporary music, and teaches pupils of all ages and abilities.

Adele Bates

Adele is a versatile soprano, theatre actress and teacher of Performing Arts. She moved to Brighton to complete her Masters in Opera and Music Theatre in which she specialised in Performing Voice, and has worked extensively in the area ever since. With over eleven years of teaching experience she leads classes, workshops and private tuition in singing and voice work with a large age and ability range of pupils. As a private tutor Adele teaches essential techniques, musicality and performance skills for all styles of singing, whilst working closely with the pupil to develop, nuture and play with their natural vocal potential and the musical genre it may suit.

Richard Morson

Richard is a pianist, composer and cellist. He has a BA in Music and has studied piano with Norman Beedie at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Richard is an enthusiastic piano soloist who has performed concertos, chamber works and his own compositions. He also plays cello with the University of Sussex Symphony Orchestra. Richard is passionate about teaching piano to all ages from beginner to advanced and is committed to student satisfaction with regards to repertoire. 

Anna Jordanous

Anna has been an active musician for 20 years. As a multi-instrumentalist she regularly performs in venues across Southern England and Wales. Primarily a flautist and pianist, she teaches a variety of styles including classical, jazz, popular and musical theatre. Anna has a passion for all things musical and is currently working towards a PhD in Music and Artificial Intelligence at Sussex University. She loves helping students to develop their musical skills and explore what they are capable of.

Georgia Corrie

Georgia has a degree in Primary Education and currently teaches music in primary schools. She is a grade 8 pianist and enjoys teaching piano and keyboard to pupils of all ages. She specialises in classical, jazz, and contemporary, both structured and improvisatory. She enjoys enabling clients to connect with their creativity through play and improvisation. Georgia also performs as a singer-songwriter.

Ian Radcliffe

Ian is a pianist, vocalist and trumpeter who has been making music since the age of 6. He teaches a range of styles to pupils from beginner to advanced level, passing on his enthusiasm for all types of music. He can teach from home or come to you and also performs regularly with a number of local bands. 

Nicky Pyper

Nicky has a BA(Hons) in Music and specializes in piano and brass tuition. Although classically trained she has also studied jazz and popular music in depth. She is an experienced musician with a very strong background in performance, theory and musicology. Nicky teaches students of all ages and abilities and moves at each individual student's pace to maximize their potential and enjoyment.

Andrea Slane

Andrea is a classically trained pianist and is committed to helping both children and adults become interested and enthusiastic about music. She is a grade 8 pianist and violinist and also performs regularly with the Brighton and Hove Concert Orchestra. Andrea teaches piano from her home, but is also happy to visit you in your home for lessons.

Charlotte Allegre

Charlotte has been playing piano since the age of 5 and passed her Grade 8 at the age of 13. She enjoys helping pupils reach their potential and her enthusiasm for music is passed on to all her students. Charlotte lives in central Brighton and alongside her passion for piano teaching she has also been a trampoline coach for the past 5 years.