Like many musicians I am involved in all kinds of jazz education. In addition to my regular teaching at Trinity Laban Conservertoire of Music & Dance, The Guildhall School Of Music & Drama and The Royal Academy Of Music, I also run jazz saxophone and composition workshops and masterclasses across the UK and Europe. I occasionally teach on the NYJC summer course as well as annual jazz courses in France and Italy.

JAZZ WORKSHOPS 

I often combine a performance of my own group with a workshop, either as a one-off or part of a tour. All workshops are individually structured. Similarly, with masterclasses, I can structure and adapt to the college or school. Feel free to get in touch if you would like to find out more.

Previous workshops and masterclasses:

• Birmingham University New Music Ensemble- a special concert of an expanded version of my Ellington In Anticipation music- March 2018

• Nottingham University Big Band – two-day workshop with Nottingham University Big Band at the Lakeside Theatre June 2014

• Birmingham Jazz Lines – commission and workshops for 250 primary school children. Premier June 4th 2014 at Symphony Hall Birmingham

• Folkwang University of Arts in Essen 2013 – four-day workshop and masterclass for jazz undergrad students playing my 'Ellington In Anticipation' music and big band music from 'Days Like These’

• The National Film and Television School (NFTS), Beaconsfield - Improvisation workshops for film composers 2014, 2012, 2011

• Nyjos - artist in residence with the Scottish Youth Jazz Orchestra - 2008. Performing music from 'Days Like These'

CONSULTATION LESSONS

A consultation lesson is ideal for any student who wants a general analysis of where they are with their playing and what they need to do to get to the next level. Often, students hoping to audition at a music college will come to me for a consultation lesson. Please contact me if you're interested in having a lesson or learning more about workshops or masterclasses.