Composer
My works have been performed internationally, including in the United States, Poland, France and here in the UK. I write for orchestra, chamber groups, solo instruments, choirs and as an accompaniment to Mindfulness.
The natural world is a powerful source of inspiration. Below are extracts of some of my works
Do get in touch if you are inspired by my works and are interested in collaboration or commissioning.
To perform or purchase my works, please get in touch with me.
Pianist
I have performed over the years in many settings and find my preferred setting is intimate gatherings or soirées and also in environments where either physical or emotional health is the focus. This draws on my training as a counsellor and many years of active meditation.
This could be in on a well-being retreat or workshop environment where the particularly emphasis is on emotional and psychological health. I can improvise, compose and play according to the feel and tone of the situation.
I hold a diploma in piano performance ALCM, having studied externally with Professor Emile Philippe at the Guildhall School of Music. On his recommendation and after further study with him, I began solo piano recitals as well as work as an accompanist. I developed my composing out of my work as a pianist and have been taught and mentored at Oxford University by Jonathan Darnborough.
Please get in touch to discuss further.
Poet
I wrote poetry as a child and then stopped for many years. Some ten or so years ago I picked my pen up again and began my journey with words. As with composing music, the natural world is a powerful source of inspiration. I have read publicly in Oxfordshire and have been published online.
A selection of some of my poetry. I continue to develop my poetry through workshops and groups, submitting to magazines rather than here for the time being. here:Teacher
Piano Lessons
I have over twenty years experience of teaching piano to students of all ages and abilities. From students as young as four years old to those mature students who are often returning after many years break. In an increasingly exam orientated culture my emphasis is on creative approaches to the piano which can mean playing composing games to singing a favourite tune or playing the theme tune to a favourite film.
Alongside this I teach piano techniques that have been developed over centuries of piano study and as a classically trained musician, I know the importance and value of good technique to make the business of playing the piano more beautiful and more satisfying!
I do enter students for exams and I use ABRSM and Trinity exam boards for Grades 1-8. I also coach students for GCSE and ‘A’ level performance and composition. I offer Grade 5 theory exam preparation. I am a member of the Musicians' Union and the European Piano Teachers' Association.I offer both face to face and online tuition via Zoom. Please use the contact form at the bottom of the page and I'll be in touch.
This is an example of a piece I wrote with students in mind.
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