Our Teachers

Velina

Velina

Piano teacher

Former accompanist in The Theatre of Ballet for the National Opera in her country and taught the piano internationally for over twenty years, helping countless students pass their piano grades with distinction . Passionate about teaching and is a Classically Trained Pianist who’s calm, reassuring and methodical teaching style creates the perfect environment to learn the piano.

Zydre

Zydre

School Founder, Singing teacher

Has been teaching students ranging from complete beginners to established music professional for over twenty years and was a Lead Singer in a number of very successful Jazz, Rock, R&B, Soul & Funk bands. Played the lead role in many Musical Theatre productions & TV projects and has been a Judge at Junior Eurovision, Open Mic, Teen Star & many other prominent singing competitions in the UK and internationally.

Sandy

Piano Teacher

Sandy is a passionate and experienced piano teacher, composer, and music educator with over 30 years of teaching experience. She has guided students of all ages and levels in piano performance, music theory, and composition, helping them build strong technical foundations while nurturing their individual musical voices. Sandy tailors her lessons to suit each student’s learning pace and goals—whether they are preparing for exams, auditions, or simply learning for enjoyment. Her students have consistently achieved excellent results in graded music exams and have developed a lifelong love for music.

Isadora

Senior Teacher, Singing Teacher

Isadora is a professional Classical singer. Despite her classical background, she has more than 11 years of experience performing live with musicians and bands of a wide variety of popular music genres such as Jazz, Argentine Tango, Swing and Pop. Born and raised in a family of renowned singers, she started her piano studies at the age of 6. She became a part of the children’s choir of the “Teatro Colón” in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the age of 8 and performed in several Opera’s such as “Carmen” by Georges Bizet.

Lluis

Guitar and Drums teacher

Lluis is a rock and pop guitar tutor, with 15 years of playing and live performance experience. He began learning guitar at age 8 and quickly developed his voice across popular music styles. In 2023, Lluis graduated from Leeds Conservatoire with a degree in Music Production — giving him a grounded understanding of how music is created, recorded and performed in professional environments. His production background supports his teaching perspective, but his lessons are centred entirely on guitar progress, musicianship and expression. Lluis has performed across the UK, including shows and events in London, Leeds, Leicester and Sheffield.

India

Singing Teacher

India is a classically trained singer specialising in musical theatre and classical singing, with an added love of pop and country styles. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Vocal Studies and a qualification in Vocal Health First Aid. She is currently undertaking a Master’s degree in Voice Pedagogy with the aim of specialising in vocal rehabilitation. India has performed as a soloist in several notable concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall. India is supportive, encouraging, and structured in her teaching style, allowing students to develop healthy, sustainable technique while exploring a wide range of musical genres. Her approach helps students succeed to a high level while keeping their love for music alive and growing.

Neil

School Director

As the Director of the school, Neil brings a rare blend of leadership, discipline, and heartfelt dedication to our community. His professional journey — spanning aviation, banking, and educational leadership — gives him a uniquely broad perspective and an exceptional ability to guide the school with clarity and confidence.
Before entering the world of education, Neil worked as a pilot, a role that honed his calm decision‑making, precision, and ability to stay composed under pressure. He later built a successful career in banking, developing strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of organisational management. These experiences now enrich his work as a school director, allowing him to lead with both vision and practicality.

Gabriela

Violin teacher

Gabriela is an award‑winning concert violinist, violist, chamber musician and mentor with over 30 years of international performing and teaching experience. A Senior Winner of the Yehudi Menuhin Competition and a member of The Royal Society of Musicians of Great Britain, she has performed as a soloist with orchestras across Europe, the UK, USA, South America and Japan. She is also the founder of two international masterclass programmes and an experienced recording artist with albums available on all major streaming platforms.

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