About

About

Andy has been playing the piano since the age of 4 and achieved his Grade 8 by the age of 18. As well as a keen performer, and listener, Andy has always been fascinated by the academic and theoretical side of music.

He studied music all the way throughout his school career at St. Anselm’s College up until the age of 16, achieving a GCSE in Music, and went on to complete an A-level in Music at Wirral Grammar School for Boys. He recently graduated from The University of Liverpool in Music/Popular Music, attaining a 2:1.

Andy is an actively performing musician, playing both solo and duo sets in bars and restaurants, as well as at weddings, parties and functions. He enjoys performing and listening to a range of genres including pop, jazz, classical, and musical theatre. He also performs in the Cavern Club resident Beatles tribute band ‘Made in Liverpool’ playing the part of Paul McCartney.

As well as performing covers sets in public, Andy plays regularly in pit bands for musicals at a range of venues. Past productions include Rent, Footloose, Mamma Mia and School of Rock.

Music Qualifications & Achievements:

  • Music/Popular Music BA (Hons) 2:1 from The University of Liverpool
  • Grade 8 Piano with Merit
  • Grade 5 Music Theory with Distinction
  • Grade 2 Double Bass with Distinction
  • A-level Music: Grade B
  • GCSE Music: Grade B
Location

Lancelyn Ct, Birkenhead, Wirral CH63 9JJ, UK

Geolocation

53.340542,-3.0039231

Instrument(s) Taught

Bass, Double Bass, Guitar, Music History, Music Theory, Piano, Ukulele

Where do lessons take place?

Teacher's Location, Student's House, Online

Prices

30 minutes

£16.00

45 minutes

£23.00

60 minutes

£28.00

Other Lesson Prices

Block of 10 30 minute lessons = £150 (£15 per lesson)

Block of 10 1hr lessons = £250 (£25 per lesson)

Discounted Introductory Lesson

No

Preferred Payment Currency

🇬🇧 Pound sterling (£ GBP)

Payment Plans

Pay-As-You-Go, Block Bookings, Monthly, Termly, Lesson Vouchers

Payment Methods

Cash, Online Bank Transfer

Cancelation & Rescheduling Policy

24 hours notice is required if students wish to cancel or rearrange lessons, otherwise the full lesson fee will apply.

Contact

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Lessons

Level(s) Taught

Beginner (up to Grade 5), Intermediate (Grades 5-8), Advanced (Grade 8 and above), Professional Musicians/Teachers

Youngest Age Taught

4

Class Sizes

One-to-One (Individual)

Graded Exam Preparation

ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music), Rockschool, Trinity College London

Performance Opportunities, Performance Coaching & Accompaniment Services

I can prepare students for any music school auditions or Musical Theatre auditions that they are working towards. I have ample experience in this area.

Genres

Genres Taught

Blues, Classical Music, Country, Folk, Music for Children, Pop, Rock, Traditional Music

Sub-Genres Taught

Garage Rock, Hard Rock, Musical Theatre

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Languages

Language(s) Spoken

English

Professionalism

Safeguarding Certificate

DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service) – United Kingdom

Liability Insurance

Yes, I have public / general liability insurance

Professional Affiliations

Musician’s Union

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First Name

Andy

Last Name

Gill

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