Music lessons in Leeds

Michael graduated from Leeds Conservatoire in 2021 with a 2:1 BA (Hons) in Music. On the back of this success, he went straight into his MA in Music at the Leeds Conservatoire, in which he achieved a Merit. Michael is currently performing professionally on a weekly basis, as well as doing classroom teaching in secondary schools, for multiple local music services. Michael has been playing drum kit for 18 years and classical percussion for 11 years. Having achieved grade 8 on drum kit, and grade 8 on timpani and xylophone in his mid-teens, Michael began teaching drum kit to beginners alongside his A level studies. Before attending Leeds Conservatoire, Michael spent a year doing auditions, gigging professionally including becoming Musical Director for a youth theatre production. In this time Michael also taught a beginner student up to grade 8 on drum kit, in the space of a year and a half. Michael's approach to teaching is making sure the main focus is fun! Students can expect to be playing and making music right from the first lesson.

I am a hardworking, reliable, punctual person who takes pride in doing a job well. My drumming experience and knowledge, both of which have been finely honed during my Time at Leeds conservatory allowed me to gain new drum techniques that I can pass on to my students and help them develop a genuine passion for the drum kit. Throughout my drumming career I have Achieved many millstones, these include: drumming with The famous band. Showaddywaddy, playing at Leeds and Reading festival, 02 academy, and the piece hall. I belive with all my druming experience I can push my students forawrd to be the best of their abilitys

Supportive and structured singing lessons in Leeds, for all ages and experiences! Frances Gregory is a professional mezzo-soprano, praised by The Telegraph for her “idiomatic and stylish singing,” and a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music. Alongside performing with leading ensembles including the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Opera North, Glyndebourne, and the Gabrieli Consort, she enjoys sharing her love of singing through teaching. Frances works with singers of all ages and experience levels—from complete beginners to more advanced students—and lessons are always shaped around what you want to get out of them. Whether you’re singing for fun, building confidence, preparing for auditions, or returning to singing after a break, she offers a supportive and relaxed environment to explore your voice. Lessons focus on developing healthy vocal technique, musicality, and expression, while keeping things enjoyable and engaging. Frances aims to make singing feel accessible and rewarding, helping each student grow in confidence and ability at their own pace. Drawing on her professional experience across opera, concerts, and recitals, she also offers guidance for those interested in progressing further, while keeping the door open for anyone who simply wants to sing for the joy of it.

I’m Alfie, a drummer based in Leeds UK. Aside from creative work, I teach drums from my home via Zoom. With over 10 years of experience learning and gigging, I’ve gained the necessary knowledge to get you progressing on the drums. My Zoom learning setup is enhanced with multiple cameras and microphones alongside industry-standard streaming technology that replicates the experience of being in the same room together. Open to all ages, my teaching revolves around a bespoke progression plan for every student. For beginners, we may start by introducing the basics of rhythm with a focus on getting you grooving on the kit. If you’ve had lessons before or already completed grades, we can begin to tailor your learning by using resources from the worlds finest drummers. For advanced drummers, I urge you to check out my videos on Hybrid Drumming. If it interests you, we can incorporate this technology within your drum lessons to bring your live performances to the next level. Within your initial free 20 consultation session, together we can form this plan based on how you learn, your goals and what you enjoy most! Music Qualifications & Achievements: Finalist at Leeds Conservatoire (BA Hons) Completed 2 UK Tours with Indie Pop band My Pet Fauxes Session work with artists of many genres

I am a professional piano player and improviser working and gigging in Leeds and across the UK. All my knowledge that I have picked up from studying, gigging and rehearsing I wish to pass on to you. My musical journey started when I was a teenager, I joined a songwriting development group in Bromley (Kent) where I grew up. There, I was exposed to so much music from our mentors, I already had quite a specific taste at this point (I loved Stevie Wonder, the Beatles, Prince, D’Angelo etc) but my taste widened over the years of exposure to different musical concepts, styles and genre. This eventually lead me to study Jazz at Leeds Conservatoire, where I had Matthew Bourne as a teacher – which lead me to an even wider scope of music, especially improvised music and Free Jazz. I first saw an improvised trio called ‘The Thing’ in my first year, and it changed how I saw music. The energy they created on stage was electric. After seeing that, I decided to dedicate my life to not only improvised music but also having as much passion for music, whatever genre and style, that those three people on that stage had. Music Qualifications & Achievements: BA (Hons) Jazz Performance, First instrument: Piano The Conservatoire Prize for BA Music (Jazz) year 3 ABRSM Grade 5 Theory ABRSM Grade 5 Piano

Hello, my name is Marilena, and I’m a professional singer, vocal coach, and music educator based in the UK and Cyprus. I hold a First Class Honours degree in Popular Music from Leeds Conservatoire, where I spent four years developing my artistry, performance skills, and teaching methods. With years of experience on stage and in the studio, I’ve had the privilege of performing on television and at venues like the Royal Albert Hall. I’m currently working closely with students of all ages, helping them build confidence, improve technique, and express themselves through music. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your voice, learn piano, dive into music theory, or write your first song, I’m here to provide support and guide you through every step of the way with lessons tailored to your goals, pace, and style. In addition to teaching and performing, I’m also an active songwriter. I recently signed an original track with MediaTracks, a respected UK-based library music publisher. The track will soon be featured in their catalogue, making it available for sync licensing by major media companies such as Universal Music Group (UMG), Warner Music Group, Sony Music, and Columbia Records. I’m also currently awaiting a placement decision on another song submitted to their team. To me, music is more than a skill. I see music as a powerful way of connecting with our inner self as well as with the people around us. My approach combines structure with creativity, and technique with emotional expression, in a safe and encouraging environment. One of my favourite quotes is “Art is the expression of the profoundest thoughts in the simplest way” by Albert Einstein.”

My goal is to get more people, and more diversity, into drumming. As a transgender musician, I am keenly aware of how intimidating it can be to step into this world. My lessons are focused around each student’s individual needs, with a mind to increasing confidence and getting more people into this wonderful art form. If you'd like to learn more about me and/or get in touch, please visit my website: https://www.flotochdrums.com/ Qualifications: BA (Honours) Popular Music (Performance), First Class Honours