Information About Jessica - Mitcham teacher -

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Personal Description:

I live in Hackbridge/Mitcham area and teach from my home or I can travel to you. (Or you can undertake permanent online tuition, if you wish.)

I graduated from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff in August 2017, where I spent two years studying full-time for a Masters of Music in Solo Performance (violin). This course involved extensive orchestral, solo and chamber music performance. I took lessons with Lowri Porter (co-principal violinist for the Welsh National Opera) and have performed across the UK and worldwide, often in iconic venues with world-class conductors. Prior to RWCMD, I also spent 3 years studying full-time for a BA (Hons) music degree from the University of Southampton.

I used to work for Berkshire Music Trust (formerly Berkshire Maestros). I have also performed professionally with orchestras and have travelled internationally.

I currently work as a violin and piano tutor for Surrey Arts music hub and also undertake self-employed teaching in this county. I also work at The White House Preparatory School in Balham and do a few hours for Sutton Music Trust.

Tutoring Experience:

I now have ample experience teaching all ages and needs and love teaching adults and children alike. I have a high level of teacher and musical training to suit all requirements, including official ABRSM training. I can provide casual tuition / learning for fun as well as preparation for ABRSM and Trinity examinations, and will be happy to discuss all learning options with you. I have taught whole class, group and individual music lessons and also have full ensemble/conducting experience. I really enjoyed conducting my string orchestra previously in Windsor. Teaching is my livelihood and the majority of my life and requires a commitment on both sides. Pupils regularly attain Merit and Distinction exam results through learning with myself.

I tend to believe in a more thorough grounding in one instrument, as opposed to learning lots of instruments at a low level. I also believe that a solid musical upbringing or education is crucial for the social, mental and physical progression of children and adults. Many scientific studies have proven the benefits to learning an instrument. Academically, those children who do learn instruments are proven to achieve better grades. Weekly home-time practice will be necessary as part of the learning process, however the most beneficial thing an individual can do to aid their improvement is join an orchestra or ensemble. Playing together in this way is hugely beneficial for all learners, and I personally have always played in a variety of orchestras/ensembles throughout the course of my musical education.

Tutoring Approach:

Teaching is online or face to face, for the very reason that it enables teaching to take place in your home or mine! Being trained to Masters/Postgradua**Contact Detail Removed**vel, I am comfortable teaching advanced level string technique, and am aware how a good technique can make playing your instrument easier. Teaching poor technique at an early stage can take years of hard work to undo. I do not advocate exams as the one and only route for progression - I will always encourage a pupil to enjoy playing as many different styles and genres of music as possible. There is more, much more to instrumental learning than exams alone. I am happy to arrange concerts for pupils who would like further opportunity to perform. In lessons, I will often play along with the pupil to further the experience, and believe in a holistic approach involving fun games and activities. I am also doing more and more piano teaching as I go, and I am absolutely LOVING it!

I really look forward to hearing from you as a future pupil!