Shoi Sen

Shoi is an acclaimed guitarist, educator, and award-nominated university lecturer with over 35 years of performance experience and nearly two decades of dedicated teaching.
Holding a Master’s in Music Performance from the London College of Music (LCM), Shoi has recorded multiple albums and toured extensively across Europe and Asia. He channels this rich, real-world industry experience into his thriving private studio in Ruislip and his work as a peripatetic educator.

Expert Tuition from Beginners to Advanced
Since 2007, Shoi has taught a vibrant community of over 60 students ranging in age from 5 to 55. His teaching philosophy balances rigorous technical development with artistic expression, focusing on three core pillars:

• • Technique: Building a strong physical foundation for effortless playing.
  • Theory: Developing a deep, intellectual understanding of music.
  • Improvisation & Style: Exposing students to a vast musical palette to build their unique voice.

Proven Results & Exam Success
Whether playing for leisure or aiming for formal qualifications, Shoi’s students consistently excel:

• • Grade Exam Mastery: An exceptional track record preparing pupils for Rockschool exams (Debut to Grade 8), with the vast majority achieving Merit and Distinction honours.
  • Mock Exam Rigour: Shoi conducts realistic mock assessments to ensure students are confident and fully prepared for examination day.
  • Grammar School Entry: Specialized tutoring for the Musical Aptitude Test (MAT) to support young musicians aiming for selective school admissions.

Academic & Community Leadership
Beyond his private studio, Shoi shapes the next generation of musical talent through high-level institutional roles:

• • University Lecturer: Teaches all facets of music performance to undergraduate students at the University of West London.
  • Hillingdon Music Service: A trusted peripatetic teacher since 2015, currently delivering guitar tuition across six schools within the borough.
  • Ensembles & Summer Workshops: Hosts highly popular rock and pop ensembles during school holidays, alongside an annual, week-long summer workshop. These intensive weeks give young musicians the thrilling experience of learning a complete song and performing it live with a professional rhythm section.

Fully DBS checked.

Qualifications:

Masters (MMus) in Popular Music Performance (LCM)

Higher Diploma in Comtemporary Music (ICMP)