Simon Stephenson

Description

Teacher’s Biography:

Since graduating from the Folk and Traditional Music Degree at Newcastle in 2010 I have worked as a professional musician as a performer with different ensembles (Birze, Five Men No Dog, Solo) and as a peripatetic guitar teacher, this has greatly influenced my style of teaching.

I have performed all over the UK and Europe and are an exponent of the acoustic finger-style guitar technique as well as other styles.

I have a PGCE in Secondary Education Music and have worked as a secondary school music teacher. Previously I did a BMUS in Folk and Traditional Music and have an enhanced DBS certificate for work with adults and children.

Music Qualifications / Achievements:

• PGCE in Secondary Education Music
• BMUS in Folk and Traditional Music
• BTEC in Music Performance

Testimonials:

“Simon gives you a lot to work on, a big variety of styles and techniques.” – Rob

“Simon’s guitar playing was a revelation to everyone who heard him, and his range of styles was remarkable; he also proved himself to be a real enthusiast for the music, and for the oral singing traditions of these islands.” – Barry Goodman (Judge of New Roots Competition St Albans, member of Folk Duo ‘Life and Times’)

Contact:

To book your first lesson with me, or to find out more about my lessons, don’t hesitate to get in touch by emailing me on simon.stephenson@mgrmusic.com.

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