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Andrew Collis
Andrew is a virtuoso recorder player and has been a finalist in major competitions and performed at prestigious venues across the UK including St John’s Smith Square and the Barbican.Specialisms
- Recorder
Teaching types
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Workshops
Ben van Weede
Qualifications: BA Mus (Hons) CNAA Dartington College of Arts, PGCE (Secondary) Bath College of HE, MEd Plymouth MarJon University. Past experience: Music director Oxford Playhouse,Specialisms
- Folk Fiddle
- Music technology /production
- Music theory
- Song-writing/composition
- Viola
- Violin
- Whistle
Teaching types
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
- Workshops
Debbie Kent
Deputy Hub Lead! Membership – Musicians Union Legal documents available upon request – * Enhanced DBS Disclosure with Children’s Barred List (CBL) Check registered withSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Guitar (Pop /Rock /Jazz)
- Saxophone
- Voice (Musical Theatre)
- Voice (Pop /Jazz)
Teaching types
- Curriculum Music
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Workshops
Emma Collingham
Emma has been teaching full time for over 15 years, and part time before that, privately as well as in both state and private schools.Specialisms
- Cello
- Double Bass
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
Emma Nottage
I have been a qualified primary school teacher in Devon for over twenty years and alongside this a private music tutor. I now offer one-to-oneSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Cornet
- French Horn
- Guitar (Classical)
- Guitar (Pop /Rock /Jazz)
- Jazz Piano
- Music theory
- Piano/Keyboard
- Recorder
- Saxophone
- Trombone
- Trumpet
- Violin
- Voice (Classical)
- Voice (Musical Theatre)
- Voice (Pop /Jazz)
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Curriculum Music
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
- Workshops
Guido Balbo di Vinadio
I began my study of Cello as a young child in Rome, Italy where I am from.Specialisms
- Cello
- Inclusive music
- Music theory
- Music Therapy
Teaching types
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
- Workshops
Jade Gall FTCL MA
Experienced in pop, classical and jazz fields, she has performed alongside top-class musicians from around the world, including: Allison Adams Tucker, Claire Martin, Clare Teal,Specialisms
- Clarinet
- Flute
- Jazz Improvisation
- Recorder
- Saxophone
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
Joe Steer
I have a dual honours degree in Music and Computer Science from Keele University (graduated in 2002). I have written and produced music for tv/filmSpecialisms
- Guitar (Pop /Rock /Jazz)
- Ukulele
Teaching types
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
Joss Kidd
✔️- Secondary school music teacher for 20+ years. ✔️ – I hold a PGCE in music ✔️ – Enhanced DBS checked. ✔️- I teach inSpecialisms
- Guitar (Pop /Rock /Jazz)
- Jazz Improvisation
- Music technology /production
- Music theory
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
- Workshops
Leonie Anderson
Join first study piano/viola RCM Junior Department BA Hons in Music (University of Bristol) Postgraduate viola scholar Guildhall School of Music & Drama Orchestral ConductingSpecialisms
- Music theory
- Piano/Keyboard
- Song-writing/composition
- Viola
- Violin
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Workshops
Lindsay Braga
A professional, classical violinist who specialises in orchestral playing and chamber music. A committed and experienced violin teacher with training in Suzuki, Kodaly and theSpecialisms
- Violin
Teaching types
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Suzuki
Lisa Wall
I am a fully qualified teacher and have been teaching for 30 years, 15 as a primary school class teacher and the rest as aSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Cornet
- Flugelhorn
- Piano/Keyboard
- Recorder
- Tenor Horn
- Trombone
- Trumpet
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Curriculum Music
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
Louise Mott
Louise began teaching singing privately and at Okehampton College in 2005, and currently at Bideford College, West Buckland School, Kingsley School, Queen Elizabeth’s School Crediton,Specialisms
- Voice (Classical)
- Voice (Musical Theatre)
- Voice (Pop /Jazz)
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Individual lessons
Lynn Davidoff
I am a Canadian music educator who has moved to the Exeter area. I have a DBS, the right to work in the UK, amSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Early Years Music
- Flute
- Music technology /production
- Saxophone
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Curriculum Music
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
- Workshops
Lynn Davidoff
I am a Canadian music educator who has moved to the Exeter area. I have a DBS, the right to work in the UK, amSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Early Years Music
- Flute
- Music technology /production
- Saxophone
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Curriculum Music
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
- Workshops
Mark Farrin
I hold a music degree from Dartington College of Arts and also studied at Utrecht Conservatory in the Netherlands. I am a member of theSpecialisms
- Guitar (Pop /Rock /Jazz)
- Inclusive music
- Jazz Improvisation
- Music technology /production
- Piano/Keyboard
- Song-writing/composition
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
Mark Richards
Personal Details Name: Mark Richards Address: 1 Southview Avenue Caversham Reading Berkshire RG4 5AB Telephone: Work: 0118 918 7320 Mobile: 07725 214722 Fax: Work: 0118Specialisms
- Music theory
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Curriculum Music
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
Nicholas Bryant
I have been a professional pianist and violist with the Collaborative Orchestra, best known for reaching the semifinals of Britain's Got Talent in 2016 and I come from a teaching position at St David's primary in West Wickham, London.Specialisms
- Cello
- Guitar (Classical)
- Music theory
- Piano/Keyboard
- Recorder
- Viola
- Violin
- Voice (Classical)
- Voice (Musical Theatre)
- Voice (Pop /Jazz)
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Curriculum Music
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Supporting those with additional needs
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
- Workshops
Rebecca Balzani Barrow
Rebecca is a fun & flexible professional Violin & Piano teacher based in North Devon. She has been playing for over 30 years, currently hasSpecialisms
- Folk Fiddle
- Piano/Keyboard
- Viola
- Violin
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
Ruth Molins
I have taught flute for 20 years, my first job was the director of East Devon music centre flute choir, aged 17! Since then, ISpecialisms
- Flute
- Music theory
- Recorder
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
- Supporting those with additional needs
- Workshops
Sarah Steed
I am an experienced woodwind and piano teacher working with students from 4 to 80 in the local schools and my studio in North Devon.Specialisms
- Clarinet
- Flute
- Piano/Keyboard
- Saxophone
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
Steve Buckley
I have over thirty years of experience working as both a performer and music educator at a high professional level. For the last five yearsSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Flute
- Jazz Improvisation
- Recorder
- Saxophone
- Whistle
Teaching types
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Workshops
Steve Wiltshire
Touring Soloist with 20 years teaching experience for all ages, school and private tuition. All Saxophones, Clarinets and Flutes plus Recorder.Specialisms
- Clarinet
- Flute
- Recorder
- Saxophone
Teaching types
- Individual lessons
Tom Deam
Dartington College of Arts – BA Hons Music Rolle School of Education – PGCE Secondary Music – QTS ABRSM – Dip ABRSM ViolinI am aSpecialisms
- Viola
- Violin
Teaching types
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Large group lessons
- Small group lessons
- Whole Class Ensemble Tuition (WCET)
West Country School Music
West Country School Music is a small collective of peripatetic instrumental teachers located in East Devon since 2012. We currently mainly visit primary schools whereSpecialisms
- Clarinet
- Cornet
- Flute
- Guitar (Classical)
- Guitar (Pop /Rock /Jazz)
- Piano/Keyboard
- Recorder
- Saxophone
- Trombone
- Trumpet
Teaching types
- Adult Learning
- Ensembles/group music-making
- Individual lessons
- Small group lessons
Music Centres and Ensembles in North Devon
Chulmleigh Music Academy (Chulmleigh College)
At CMAc Brass, Woodwind and String ensembles are led by experienced instrumental staff.
| Where | Chulmleigh |
| Who | KS2 to KS4 |
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cmac@chulmleigh.devon.sch.uk
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| Web | www.chulmleigh.devon.sch.uk/page/?title=Music+Tuition+%26amp%3B+Ensembles&pid=58 |
North Devon Music Centre
The North Devon Music Centre is a non-profit organisation that helps young (and young at heart) people who are learning to play an instrument to enjoy making music together through ensemble playing.
| Where | Barnstaple |
| Who | All |
| Web | www.northdevonmusiccentre.co.uk |
North Devon Taiko Project
Group Taiko sessions for any ability.
| Where | Barnstaple |
| Who | Year 5 and up and school-based adults. |
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Gillian Ashcroft at
ndtaiko@gmail.com
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RootNotes
RootNotes offers a range of music groups and activities for all ages and abilities. There is a focus on learning and playing folk music as a band plus options for singing, song-writing and creative music-making. Instruments are provided for some sessions.
| Where | Bideford |
| Who | Anyone! |
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Becki Driscoll at
becki@rootnotes.org.uk
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| Web | www.rootnotes.org.uk |
South West Music School
South West Music School offers music development and collaboration activities for talented young musicians aged 8-16. Our programmes are cross genre/cross instrumentation and are delivered across the South West region. They include 1-2-1 local mentoring, day workshops and residential weeks during the holidays. As a Centre of Advanced Training for the Music and Dance scheme we offer grants based on eligibility.
Ukulele Orchestra of North Devon
The Ukulele Orchestra of North Devon is an ALL AGE, ALL ABILITY ukulele club and occasional performance group. Ideally you'll have your own ukulele but there are a few available to borrow (ask in advance).
| Where | Ilfracombe |
| Who | Everyone is welcome, even if you’re new to playing Ukulele. Recommended minimum age: 7 (under 12s should be accompanied by an adult). |
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Joe Steer at
joe_steer@hotmail.com
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| Web | Visit us on Facebook |
Ungroup from Moor to Sea Music Collective
Are you a young person who likes the idea of being in a band, but not sure where to start? Want to make music with others, but not face to face? Are you a fabulous musician keen to collaborate and experiment? A vocalist or songwriter looking to work with others? An aspiring producer or beatmaker wanting to influence? Come & build a musical UnGroup with us.
| Where | Sign up through the website and then Bandlab Edu. |
| Who | Free and open to all young people. |
| Web | moortoseamusic.org.uk/come-and-build-a-musical-ungroup-with-us Visit us on Facebook Visit us on Twitter |
County Groups
Devon County Junior Choirs
The Devon County Junior Choir is Exeter Cathedral’s Junior Choir for singers in years 4-8. The Junior Choir, directed by Andrew Downton, receives high quality musical training and the opportunity to perform in a wide range of musical styles. As part of the Junior Choir singers have access to exciting performance opportunities. Recent performances have included singing alongside the English Touring Opera, Exeter Philharmonic Choir and classic rock legends Jethro Tull.
| Where | Exeter |
| Who | Boys and girls aged 7 to 13 (DCJC) and girls aged 13 – 18 and boys with unchanged voices aged 13 and above (Schola Exe). |
| Web | www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/music/choirs/junior-choir/ |
Devon County Youth Brass Band
Devon County Youth Brass Band gives young brass and percussion players from across Devon the opportunity to learn and perform traditional and contemporary brass band music with people of their own age – regular gathering days, performance opportunities and residential courses.
| Where | Okehampton |
| Who | No auditions, open to intermediate and advanced level young musicians from Grade 3-8+ ability. |
| Web | www.dcybb.org Visit us on Facebook |
Devon Youth Chamber Brass
The Devon Youth Chamber Brass ensemble is a new Devon-wide group for all brass players of approximately Grade 5 standard and above to give students the opportunity of higher level chamber brass ensemble performance experience with like-minded individuals, with a mix of traditional repertoire and popular arrangements.
| Where | Totnes |
| Who | Brass players of approximately Grade 4 standard and above. |
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Sam Massey at
sam@sammasseymusic.com
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| Web | dycb.co.uk/ |
Devon Youth Choir
Take your singing to the next level with Devon Youth Choir! Devon Youth Choir is aimed at young singers aged 11-18 from across Devon and Torbay. Our expert vocal practitioners Elfyn Jones and Anthony Chamberlain will be delivering workshops in local schools and establishing regular gathering days for young singers in venues across the region. Sign up now to get involved - a parental contribution of £30 per term applies.
2023-2024 Academic year gathering days are as follows from 10am-4pm:
Saturday 23rd September 2023
Saturday 21st October 2023
Saturday 11th November 2023
Saturday 2nd December 2023 (followed by DMEH Christmas concert)
Saturday 20th January 2024
Saturday 10th February 2024
Saturday 2nd March 2024
Saturday 23rd March 2024
Saturday 27th April 2024
Saturday 18th May 2024 (performing at the Devon County Show)
Saturday 22nd June 2024
| Where | Exeter School, Manston Terrace, Exeter EX2 4NP |
| Who | Young singers aged 11-18 |
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musiceducationhub@devon.gov.uk
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| Web | www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DevonYouthChoir/ |
Devon Youth Jazz Orchestra
Devon Youth Jazz Orchestra is the place to learn jazz in Devon – regular gathering days, performance opportunities, residential courses and international tours.
| Where | Exeter |
| Who | Intermediate and advanced level young musicians from Grade 4-8+ ability. Sit in with the band at the first rehearsal in September, auditions for instruments with limited places. |
| Web | www.dyjo.org Visit us on Facebook |
Devon Youth Orchestras
Experience playing in a full orchestra in a safe and encouraging environment, exploring a wide range of styles with expert instrumental coaching through regular gathering days, performance opportunities and residential courses.
| Where | Exeter |
| Who | Devon Youth Concert and Symphony Orchestras provide opportunities for intermediate and advanced level young musicians from Grade 4-8+ ability. |
| Web | www.devonyouthorchestras.org Visit us on Facebook |
Devon Youth Wind Orchestra
Symphonic wind orchestra for young musicians across Devon – regular gathering days, performance opportunities, residential courses and international tours.
| Where | Budleigh Salterton |
| Who | Intermediate and advanced level young musicians from Grade 4-8+ ability. |
| Web | www.dywo.co.uk Visit us on Facebook |
Wren Music Devon Youth Folk Ensemble
Wren Music Devon Youth Folk Ensemble is an opportunity for young singers and instrumentalists to learn and perform folk and roots music from different cultures all over the world, with expert tuition from professional leaders, write new songs and arrangements, perform live and record an album.
| Where | Exeter |
| Who | No auditions and you don't need to read music! Instrumentalists should be an intermediate level of ability on their instruments, no entry requirements for singers. |
| Web | www.wrenmusic.co.uk/what-we-do/devon-youth-folk-ensemble Visit us on Facebook |
