Erin James
I studied at Birmingham Conservatoire obtaining a music degree with honours in 2001. Since then I have taught privately and for Birmingham Music Service, Dudley Performing Arts, Midlands Arts Centre, Repton Summer School and the Oxford Cello School (for whom I am the Head of the Junior Course).
I teach: cello - all levels (Beginner to Degree)
Double Bass - up to Grade 3
Non-Pedal Harp - up to Grade 2
Piano - up to Grade 2
Theory - up to Grade 6
I teach all ages (children & adults) but specialise in young starters aged 5-10 using the Colourstrings Method, based on Kodaly methods. This includes fun games, singing, composition, transposition and note writing.
I run a cello ensemble with a fellow cello teacher and put on twice yearly concerts to give our pupils a chance to perform solos, duets and ensemble pieces.
With all ages I like to use duets and improvisation, but I'm happy to tailor the sessions to suite the pupils interests.
I trained as an orchestral cellist, but have also worked in a duo performing for wedding in a qide variety of style and played in a folk-pop band. On the harp I perform mainly Medieval and Folk music but am happy to work towards exams.
Come and have some fun.
One-to-one lessons
Group Classes
Cello Ensemble (Basses welcome)
The Cello Ensemble (our orchestra of cellos) is open to anyone aged 11+ (& adults) at any level from beginner to diploma level. We have 3 rehearsals forllowed by a concert, twice a year.
Concert also includes a chance to perform a solo or small group piece. FREE concert for friends and family.
Very informal and friendly atmosphere. Repertoire varies from Baroque to contemporary music. Particular favourites are pieces by the Rock Cello Quartet Apocolyptica.
Drinks are provided. Students bring cakes & biscuits to share.
It's a:
practice
Venue:
St. Anne's Church Hall,
Location:
West Heath, Birmingham, B31 3JT., Birmingham, United Kingdom
Date and time:
Usually Sunday afternoon rehearsals 2-5:00. Contact us for next set of dates. Concert times & days vary.
Rates:
£6 (approx.) for 3 rehearsals followed by a concert Educational history
CSAK (Cert.) - Colourstrings Associate Kindergarten
Dates:
September, 2001 - May, 2003
Institution:
Silvey Foundation
Including observation of Colourstrings musicianship & instrumental lessons at South London Colourstrings Saturday School.
B Mus (Hons) 2:1
Dates:
September, 1997 - May, 2001
Institution:
Birmingham Conservatoire
Course included: Major project in Teaching, Work experience with Birmingham Music Service, Medieval Harp (2nd Study), Folk Music, Andean Music, Kodaly Classes (weekly, 2 years) and Composers Ensemble.
Cello Teachers: Jill Heartfield & Catherine Ardgh-Walters both from the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.
A-Level Music (A Grade)
Dates:
September, 1995 - May, 1997
Institution:
Priestly 6th Form College, Warrington ALCM (Associate of the London College of Music)
Dates:
September, 1992 - September, 1997
Taught by Anne Christine Smith of the Halle Orchestra, Manchester.
Services
Aimed at: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.
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I require 24 hours notice for cancelling a lesson otherwise the fee is still due.
Leaving phone messages on my home answer machine is the best way to contact me, checked throughout the day.
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