Philip S
Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet
Styles: Classical, Pop, Rock, Musical Theater, Showtunes
Philip S
Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet
Styles:
Classical, Pop, Rock, Musical Theater, Showtunes
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 10-80
BA Music and Performing Arts - Middlesex University, London, UK Clarinet Grade 8 with Merit - Associated Board, Royal School of Music Piano Grade 6 with Merit - Associated Board, Royal School of Music
2012 - Performed at Hyde Park Festival alongside The Rolling Stones (Piano)
Royal School of Music High Scorers' Concert - Clarinet Grade 3 and 5.
Arthur Terry School Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music (twice)
I was educated from age 7 in Clarinet, reaching the highest award offered by The Associated Board of the Royal School of Music at age 12. I was graded A* for my school music exam (GCSE) a year early, and also gained and A Grade in my college (A Level). Seeking to go to music college I then took ABRSM Grade 6 piano. I played in the Birmingham Schools Wind Orchestra (Principal Clarinet) and the Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra (1st Alto Saxophone). I then went to University and studied for a bachelor degree in Music and Performing Arts.
I first started teaching at age 17, whilst in the UK, and continued to do so through college and University, I am also now a working Musical Director, which involves musicianship instruction and voice technique.
I like to focus on the practical application and aural aspects of instrumental learning as well as the technical skills. I invest heavily in listening and understanding as opposed to the largely 'by rote' style I was subjected to growing up! Whilst I will follow a student/parents desired path regarding exams, I will provide a rounded musical learning and experience that will enable students to excel in all endeavours and be creative, as well as pass exams.
Especially for young people, maintaining interest and ensuring that they continue to see the value of their musical education is essential. I remember a very frank conversation with my mother when at 13 I wanted to give up music to play football, and I blame that on the style of teaching I was receiving. Whilst there is stuff not to like about instrumental learning - for some it's scales, for me it was sight reading - the satisfaction comes from masterng these challenges, and if we can keep these short and long term goals relevant to the student, getting the practice hours done may be a litte easier on everyone!
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