Dury Loveridge - Cello teacher in Bristol and Bath

 

I have many years experience teaching in both the state and private sectors, and have a small private teaching practice based in Chipping Sodbury, Bristol.

I am the lower strings tutor for South Gloucestershire Music Service. As well as teaching cello and double bass in primary and secondary schools and wider opportunities (whole class) projects, I also direct a string ensemble in an authority music centre which has appeared at the Music For Youth Festival. I coach string sections for playing days, and area ensembles, and have recently coordinated and directed a successful 'cello day' for the areas young musicians. Planning and assessment are an important element of this job, and in line with national standards my teaching is regularly assessed and I have a recent CRB disclosure certificate.

As well as teaching in state schools, I have also taught in St Mary's Girls School in Calne, and at the Encore-Coda Summer Camp in Maine, USA.

I believe the emphasis should be placed on enjoying and exploring musical creativity in lessons at all levels. This can range from pupils composing their own works to simply exploring different musical directions in pieces - I always encourage and guide pupils to make their own musical decisions as to how they would like to perform works, and encourage all kinds of music making in different genres. I also believe pupils should learn an effective approach to practice from an early age, including scales and techniques to improve and practice efficiently.

I have a small private teaching practice, and although it is preferable for pupils to come to Chipping Sodbury, lessons can be arranged in your own home.

Lessons are available for all ages and abilities, although I specialise in coaching pupils for exams in Grade 5 and above and GCSE and A-Level performances in my private practice. Spaces do ocassionally become available, and if you would like a free no-obligation consultation lesson, or would like to discuss lessons, please contact me by email, or using the contact form on this site.