I currently offer lessons in voice, piano, guitar and songwriting to all ages, on a group or one to one basis. I can also record your progress in my small home recording studio (and help you learn to do this yourself!) A friendly, patient teacher with a creative approach, I have a 100% pass rate for pupils taking the ABRSM exams, but exams aren’t for everyone, and this doesn’t always have to be the end goal.

I enjoy working with people on overcoming barriers such as performance nerves and physical tension, and am happy to share my own experiences in the study of breathing techniques, Tai Chi, Qigong, Pilates and the Alexander Technique, all of which I’ve used over the years to help alleviate my own performance nerves and release tension in the body and the voice.

I currently teach from my home studio in Somerset, but I’m also happy to travel for group and workshop style tuition. I also can meet with you online, via Zoom.

A short bio:

I’ve gained a broad experience over the years, as a Rock School tutor, Instrument and Vocal teacher, a Workshop Leader for adults and children, and a Coach for songwriters. I always encourages my students to explore music creatively, and believe that it’s for everybody of any age/skill level to enjoy. During my years in Brighton, I organised and hosted Songwriter Showcase events, featuring several of my students alongside up and coming musicians in the area. I was promoter and editor of The Music Diary, a promotional magazine for live music in the South East. I was also an award winning performer and events promoter for Brighton Festival Fringe.

I have an honours degree in Music with Visual Practice, a diploma in Jazz performance, and many years of experience writing, playing live and recording as a musician, singer and songwriter, performing in many of the key venues and festivals across the UK and on BBC and local radio. As a teacher I also have a certificate in Arts and Aging, and have experience and training in working with people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Writing, singing and performing my own music has always been a catharsis and essential part of my life, and it’s my greatest joy to share this gift of music to others.

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  • Cath is a wonderful teacher. She is warm, endlessly patient, interested and interesting. I've come on leaps and bounds in my songwriting and it's been a real joy. Highly recommended."

    - Philip, songwriting and piano student

  • Creative, inspiring and so encouraging - loved it!

    Aralia, songwriting workshop attendee

  • "Cath's expectations were high, and her pupils always responded postively to her motivating and enthusiastic approach. The children loved her, not just because she's a warm and caring person, but also because she was able to understand and help them overcome some of their difficulties and frustrations."

    - Dunctonwood School

  • "I honestly thought it was too late for me to even start singing, never mind to actually end up singing my OWN SONG in front of all those people! Thanks so so much for all your encouragement, you will be missed"

    - Maddie, Vocalist and newly discovered songwriter

  • "Thanks so much for all your patience with M. - he's got his place in college now and it's mainly thanks to you,"

    - Mum of M., songwriting/piano student

  • "Thankyou so much for planning and running a great workshop at the Leaver's Activity Day. The students have reported to me that it was an excellent day and they really enjoyed the workshops. We really do appreciate the time and effort you've given our students."

    - Chailey Heritage School

  • “We will all miss you! N. has loved his lessons and I’m sure he wouldn’t have been so enthusiastic about it all if it weren’t for you - THANKYOU!”

    - Piano student

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