Biography
I studied music, piano performance and pedagogy at Goldsmiths University of London, ABRSM and Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
As a teacher I have worked with students in a variety of settings. Kodaly based pre-school music classes, peripatetic piano teacher, choir leader, private teacher, workshop leader, higher education lecturer.
As a performer I enjoy working in the community creating performances with broad appeal and engaging new audiences.
As a writer I create teaching resources to support teachers globally. I contribute to online CPD blogs. I have also written for the popular Skoove app.
As a workshop leader I facilitate performance workshops and collaborative music making workshops. I also offer workshops and webinars for teacher training.
As a higher education professor and mentor I present, tutor, research, assess, co-ordinate a webinar series, and contribute to the course virtual learning environment. Teaching students across the world
As a coach practitioner I work with you as you take steps to achieve your goals and unlock your unique potential.
Before this, I had an early career as a Steinway Piano Technician which had a huge impact on my values and how I have chosen to work in the music industry. I grew up in Zimbabwe, my home is in Surrey where I am committed to my community working voluntarily in roles such as school governor and coach practitioner.