Music History Tutors : 1-1 Music History Preparation

I’m Charlotte, a Masters student at the University of Cambridge (Physical Natural Sciences), and I would love to help you achieve your academic potential! With a proven track record of academic excellence at GCSE, and A level (4 A*) I have maintained a wide scope of discipline whilst at university. Before finding a passion for History and Philosophy of Science this year, I have previously taken university modules in Mathematics, Physics, Materials Science and Earth Sciences, making full use of the diversity the Cambridge Natural Sciences course provides. With over 5 years tutoring experience in the sciences and maths, I have developed an enthusiastic and positive approach to help you achieve your potential. I’m a strong believer in practice exam questions as the key to success, so not only will I deal with the challenging concepts of the syllabus with clarity but teach you how to best apply this knowledge to an exam situation. I am unique in that as a Cambridge Organ Scholar I was able to apply to both Oxford and Cambridge, and thus have gone through the preparations for entrance exams and interviews for both institutions, before receiving an unconditional offer from Cambridge. This means I’m highly equipped to tutor both the NSAA and the PAT, as well as skilled at helping you to master the environment of the Oxbridge interview. I’m confident, concise, and committed to helping you achieve your fullest potential in your chosen academic avenue.

I am a dedicated and experienced tutor with a passion for empowering children and adults with special educational needs (SEN) and neurodivergent conditions to discover the joy in learning.

I’m skilled at creating bespoke, inclusive lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and individual needs, and strive to create a positive, uplifting atmosphere during my sessions that promote a positive attitude towards learning.

I have a person-centred approach, and focus on the interests and needs of my students, finding what works best for them and using these avenues to facilitate learning.

Beyond tutoring, I am a professional musician, with vast experience in the create industry. I have a passion for all things history, nature, sci-fi and fantasy, and find these interests often overlap with my students and help us create strong bonds that enrich the learning experience.

With over eight years of experience as a fully qualified teacher—including roles as Music Subject Lead and Maths—I am passionate about making learning engaging, accessible, and fun. My mission is to build confidence and instil a love for learning, especially in those who find maths or music difficult. Recognised with a Highly Commended Award for Pearson’s National Teacher of the Year in a secondary school (2022), I take pride in delivering tailored, supportive lessons that truly make a difference.

Prior to my teaching career, I travelled to the UK from Australia with a full University Scholarship to study music. I was fortunate to perform with some of the best Brass Bands in the world, traveling on tour with them all over the world. Having achieved the prestigious Harry Mortimer Performance Prize, and winner the British Cornet Solo Championships, I continued my journey by serving in the British Army as a professional trumpeter in the Coldstream Guards Scots Guards Band. It was here where I found the love of teaching. Following my Military career, I became a fully trained Music teacher and experienced 8+ years teaching in a variety of education settings such as Primary, Secondary and SEN/D schools. Throughout this time, I developed a passion for teaching Maths and working with learners who are SEN, Neurodiverse, anxious and lacking in confidence. Having struggled with Maths as a school student, I was driven to making Maths more fun, exciting, enjoyable and accessible – being the teacher I always needed! I am now delving into the world of tutoring where I can reach more learners that need me.

“My daughter absolutely adores the way Steph delivers the learning as it’s fun, and she finally understands Maths in a way that makes sense to her. I have never seen her so engaged & focused! What a positive experience.” – Parent Testimonial, January 2025.

Hello my name is Heidi and I am currently doing a Masters in Music Management at the University of Leeds. Recently, I have just finished my undergraduate degree in Music at the University of Bristol. Before this, I undertook my A-Levels in 2020 and received offers from all the universities I applied for (Durham, York, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Bristol).

I am passionate about music and getting people to think “outside the box”. I have a wide variety of skills which I incorporate into my teaching styles and personality. As someone who regularly performs as a classical singer, I have great public speaking skills, creativity as well as professionalism which music has taught me. As someone with ADD, I have unique methods to making information stick and always keep persevering to reach my goals.

As the Employability lead at the University of Leeds for the school of music, I am also passionate about helping people follow their dreams and help with CV work, portfolio advice as well as just talking through plans. As people in school didn’t understand what careers Music can provide, I am passionate about proving that skills are transferable, rather than sticking into one degree speciality.

I am not your typical music student, as I believe in a holistic approach to learning and tackling problems. I always find new tactics until I succeed effectively.

I hope we can work well together and achieve what you set your mind to!

Hi! I am a recent Cambridge University Graduate who has spent the last year working at one of the most prestigious international schools in Thailand in the music department. During my time there, I led GCSE Music Revision and GCSE Music Theory classes, assisted with personal statements and coached an A-Level music student for her Oxford interview (she received an offer!). I would love to be able to assist you in your journey studying music, whether that’s GCSE, A-Level or University Preparation.

I have also coached students on writing their Personal Statement for English and History degrees, and have a 100% track record for offers received.

In my spare time, I love to compose. At GCSE and A-Level I received 100% in my compositions. Since discovering my passion for composition, I have written a series of orchestral suites, smaller chamber pieces, and a choral song cycle which was debuted by a Cambridge Choir on tour in Iceland.

I have endeavoured to pursue opportunities that make me a well-rounded and well-developed person and musician. I have a great understanding of liturgical music from my posts in choirs throughout my life; an extensive knowledge of Western music history; training in composition and film composition; good research skills; completed modules in beginners, applied and advanced tonal skills; studied the role of colonialism in modern Western understanding of music; received tuition on the role of popular music and technology in social change and written two dissertations on the role of music in film and culture.

Hello! My name is Sophia and I am a 3rd year medical student currently studying at the University of Bristol. I achieved top grades in my GCSEs and A levels, as well as in my UCAT. Having gone through A levels and the medicine application process, I understand how stressful and hard it is and I would like to guide students to achieve the best grades they can to get into their dream university. I am passionate and patient in teaching students, and eager to improve students’ confidence in exams and university interviews. I will tailor classes to each student to ensure they can understand material in the best way they can. As for past tutoring experience, I have some experience in tutoring and teaching musical instruments to students in the past few years. I look forward to meeting some of you!