Melody Makers
I run Drum and Brass Melody Makers: a beginner brass group for all ages
Location: Tebay, Rural Cumbria
Teaching format: Online and face to face
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Teaching qualification and experience
- Certificate of Teaching of the Associated Board of the Royal School of Music,
- P.G.C.E. in Design Technology
- 25 years teaching experience in secondary schools and bands
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The Melody Makers community band
All welcome!
Term times on Wednesdays 4.15 – 5.15 pm
Tebay Methodist Church, Cumbria
For absolute music beginners, returners or for those who just want to have a go at playing.
The Melody Makers band meets weekly at the Methodist Church in Tebay. We are supported by experienced brass players and our focus is on building confidence and skills through music.
Cost is £2.50/week or £9/month with all equipment provided.
“An amazing opportunity, very inclusive” says one parent, who is learning with her 9-year old daughter.
All ages and abilities are welcome – just call and tell us what you need.
The Methodist Church at Tebay is easy to access from the M6. It has wheelchair access and easy parking. We provide all equipment including colourful lightweight instruments which make a great sound.
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Teaching space accessibility
- Parking
- Wheelchair access
DBS + Safeguarding
- Full DBS
- Safeguarding Level 1 , 2 & 3
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