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Danilo Ricciardiello Professional Guitarist | Composer | Producer | Music Educator Danilo Ricciardiello is a London-based professional guitarist, composer, producer and music educator with over 20 years of experience in performance, recording and teaching. His work bridges contemporary music, jazz, rock, blues, composition and electronic music, combining a strong academic background with extensive real-world industry experience. He holds a BMus (Hons) in Jazz Guitar from the Conservatorio di Musica San Pietro a Majella in Naples and a Master of Composition with Distinction from the prestigious Guildhall School of Music & Drama, specialising in Electronic & Produced Music. Danilo subsequently completed a Junior Fellowship at Guildhall (2024–2025), where he also worked as a Visiting Lecturer, contributing to teaching, curriculum development and interdisciplinary creative projects. His professional career spans international performances, studio recordings, orchestral productions and music for film and media. His experience includes projects at the Barbican and Southbank Centre, appearances at the London Jazz Festival, and collaborations with institutions including Guildhall, London College of Music and the National Trust. Alongside his performance and production work, Danilo is an affiliated artist with Chaos Audio and Death Cloud Pedals, and has collaborated with music technology brands including Blackstar Amplification and Arturia. He also creates educational and creative guitar content through his online platforms, including The Pedal Stampede, a dedicated YouTube channel exploring guitar pedals, effects, sound design and experimental music production through original musical projects. He is the founder and Artistic Director of Electric Earth Orchestra, an innovative ensemble exploring the intersection of orchestral music, electronics and contemporary composition, and the founder and Musical Director of Sydenham Guitar Orchestra, a community ensemble bringing guitarists together through collaborative performance and specially arranged repertoire. Teaching Philosophy As an educator, Danilo believes that learning music should go beyond simply mastering an instrument. His teaching combines technical development, musical understanding and creative exploration, helping students become confident, independent and expressive musicians. With extensive experience teaching children, adults, beginners and advanced musicians, he tailors each lesson to the individual's interests, ambitions and learning style. Whether students want to explore their favourite songs, develop improvisation skills, prepare for examinations, compose original music or become confident recording artists, Danilo provides a supportive and structured learning environment that encourages both progress and creativity. His teaching covers guitar, bass, ukulele, music theory, songwriting, composition and music production, across styles including rock, blues, jazz, pop, metal, classical and experimental electronic music. Danilo also brings specialist experience in music examinations and assessment. He is a registered MTB Exam Conductor, has undertaken Rockschool examiner training, and holds recognition from Trinity College London for successful examination preparation. He supports students preparing for MTB, Trinity, Rockschool and ABRSM examinations, from introductory levels through to Grade 8. Beyond instrumental tuition, Danilo offers guidance in music production, recording techniques, sound design, orchestration and creative portfolio development, drawing on his professional experience with industry-standard software and recording technologies. Above all, Danilo's aim is to help students develop not only their musical abilities, but also their own musical identity, creativity and confidence. Qualifications & Professional Credentials BMus (Hons) Jazz Guitar — Conservatorio San Pietro a Majella, Naples Master of Composition (Distinction) — Guildhall School of Music & Drama Junior Fellow — Guildhall School of Music & Drama (2024–2025) Visiting Lecturer — Guildhall School of Music & Drama, London College of Music MTB Registered Teacher & Exam Conductor Rockschool Examiner Training Trinity College London Recognised Exam Preparation Tutor Council Member — Independent Society of Musicians (ISM) Enhanced DBS Checked Public Liability Insured
Gabe Toth brings 40 years of industry experience to his role as a sight-reading pianist and vocal coaching expert, having performed in diverse settings from churches to Broadway, touring companies, colleges, and cruise ships. His musical journey began early as a major soloist in a boys choir touring Japan, National and a professional church organist at just 11 years old. In addition to his classical training in voice, piano, and organ, Gabe is well-versed in jazz and rock music and proficient in guitar, bass, and drum kit. With 40 years of performance experience as a show band pianist, entertainer, vocalist, arranger, and orchestrator, Gabe has honed his skills in various musical genres and settings. With 30 years of teaching experience, Gabe provides personalized weekly evaluations and tailored curriculums to help students of all ages and levels grow, advance, and see progress regularly. His passion for nurturing the love of music and the joy of creating it shines through in his teaching approach. As an alumnus of The Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Arts and Berklee College Of Music, Gabe Toth is dedicated to sharing his expertise and fostering a lifelong appreciation for music in his students.
I will help you to play with confidence. Each lesson is tailored to your needs, for enjoyment, pace needs and music choices, so that you make progress that satisfies. Teaching 1-1 is a real pleasure. I have 20+ years of experience performing, teaching and touring, including flute, saxophone, beginner piano, music theory, and clarinet. I directed a choir for many years, in FE and HE, and can also support singers interested in vocal harmony and arrangement, and developing musical directors to learn conducting. I have experience teaching groups aged 8 to adults. Why not get in touch! Music Qualifications & Achievements: PhD Music Creativity MA Popular Music Studies BA Hons Music, specialising in performance and film music A-level French, Music, Sociology (AAA) 9 GCSEs including Mathematics, English Language and English Literature Apple Logic Pro X 101 certified ABRSM Grade 6 Piano ABRSM Advanced Certificate Flute ABRSM Grade 8 Flute (distinction) Guildhall Jazz Saxophone Grade 8 (distinction) Music Theory grade 5
John Spoulos,I have been teaching for five decades.I have had three rock stars and two Grammy nominees as,well as numerous performers,college scholarships for students.We teach all of the,styles,but more importantly, I wrap the lessons around,what students want to learn.You puck the genre and songs,we then go to work enabling you to achieve your musical goals.The lessons,are thirty minute,once a week sessions geared toward your goals and,ability to achieve them.We can do in studio,or, online.Most students are within a,several month framework to achieve.My technique gets you to where you wish to be. While I cannot guarantee you will be a star,I can guarantee that you will achieve your goals.Lessons are more than learning songs.They are about chords,soloing,dynamics,performance,theory,as well as learning to perform with others.You will receive a grounding on all those ingredients needed to be successful ,not just to have performance goals,but even to play solo.The lessons are extremely laid back.We laugh,cry,hope,dream together as teacher and student,but the end result is ALWAYS achievement!!Conquering our goals musically,and,making them a reality!!Dream works music is about making your musical goals a reality!!
Hi, my name is Robert! I am a conductor, singer, composer and teacher based in London. I started learning piano when I was 3 years old and studied at Junior Guildhall until the age of 8. I then sang as a chorister in the choir of New College, Oxford, where I also began to play the cello. During my teens, I reached grade 8 at the piano and cello, and achieved a Diploma in singing performance. At the University of Manchester, I began to study conducting, eventually directing the University chamber choir, Ad Solem, before graduating with first class honours. During this time I also sang in the Genesis Sixteen choral program, which offered intensive training for elite young choral singers led by The Sixteen. I have been teaching singing, piano, cello and conducting privately ever since graduating, as well as directing several choirs and ensembles. I work frequently for the National Youth Choirs, London Youth Choirs, and Nottingham Youth Orchestra, and am currently employed as a teacher in the Royal College of Music Junior Department. I can offer singing and conducting tuition at all standards, and piano and cello up to grade 6. Music Qualifications & Achievements: University of Manchester MusB first class DipABRSM in Singing Performance ABRSM Grade 8 in Piano ABRSM Grade 8 in Cello
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Conducting lessons focus on gesture clarity, score preparation, rehearsal methodology and leadership skills required to prepare ensembles effectively for performance.
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Conducting lessons: what to expect
Conducting lessons near you
Find conducting tutors for choral or orchestral work; in-person sessions help with ensemble leadership while online coaching suits score study.
Who conducting lessons are for
Aspiring conductors, music directors and ensemble leaders seeking practical rehearsal skills and score knowledge.
What you’ll learn in conducting lessons
Gesture vocabulary, score-reading, rehearsal methods and interpretative decision-making.
Online vs in-person conducting lessons
Online lessons are excellent for score study and gesture feedback; in-person sessions are valuable with live ensembles.
A simple learning path for conducting
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Learn clear beats, gesture vocabulary and simple score reading to communicate effectively with ensembles.
Develop score analysis, rehearsal planning and techniques to shape musical lines and ensemble blend.
Refine interpretative decisions, rehearsal efficiency and leadership presence for public performance contexts.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A basic baton and practice scores for choir or orchestra.
- Access to recordings and scores for study and comparison.
- Opportunities to rehearse with local ensembles or singers for practical experience.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Vocal blend, diction, text interpretation and rehearsal techniques.
Cueing, balance, tempo control and score-led interpretation.
Rehearsal planning, communication strategy and performance preparation.
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Trust & safety
Parents and students should always feel confident asking about safeguarding, insurance, and lesson policies.
FAQs about conducting lessons
While score study helps, practical experience with singers or players accelerates learning; teachers often arrange mock rehearsals.
Yes — score study, gesture coaching and video feedback are effective remotely; in-person practice remains valuable.