Our Teachers
Velina
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
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
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
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.
Neil
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
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.
Resham
Resham is a versatile vocalist specialising in musical theatre, pop, jazz, and classical singing. She began performing at eight years old, appearing as a soloist in multiple London theatres and later becoming a winner and finalist in major UK competitions including The Voice Kids UK, Teen Star UK, and Open Mic UK.
Nikki
With over two decades of musical training behind her, Nikki began playing the piano at the age of three and the violin at six, going on to become an ABRSM Grade 8 Distinction pianist and violinist. At age eleven, she joined the Royal Academy of Music Junior, then Senior Academy, a highly selective programme for gifted young musicians, and performed across North West London’s leading youth orchestras and chamber ensembles, winning consecutive national piano championships.
James
James holds a BMus (Hons) degree in Music Performance and Recording from the University of West London and an A-Level in Music Performance. Performance & Live Experience: Over 10 years of experience performing live across multiple genres, including blues, rock, metal session playing, and leading church music teams. His patient, practical approach and real-world performance knowledge form the foundation of his teaching style, helping pupils achieve steady progress and performance confidence.
