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Ali Berry

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Ali began studying piano at age 12 at the Royal College of Music, where she also completed undergraduate studies and a postgraduate course in vocal coaching and conducting at the Opera School. She enjoys a diverse performing career across music theatre, theatre, and opera, frequently working in the West End on shows like The Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, and Wicked. Ali has an excellent piano teaching practice, experienced in guiding students at all levels—whether working toward grades or exploring classical and popular repertoire without exams. Her extensive theatre credits include roles such as associate musical director and cover musical director on major London productions, alongside performances with leading orchestras and opera companies.

Chris Hatton

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Chris is a London-based freelance woodwind specialist with a diverse career in orchestral, chamber, and theatre work. A Guildhall School of Music & Drama graduate, he is acclaimed for his versatility on clarinet, saxophone, and flute, performing in London’s West End and on tours across the UK and abroad. He has received several awards for his performances and also teaches at various London junior conservatoires and independent schools.

Vicky Lester

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London-born Vicky is a versatile freelance harpist working with leading orchestras like the BBC Symphony Orchestra and London Contemporary Orchestra, where she is principal harp. She is a sought-after session musician, recording for major London studios with highlights including solo harp on Paul Thomas Anderson’s Licorice Pizza and the film Saltburn. Vicky has been featured on BBC Radio 3, Classic FM, and TV shows like the BBC Proms and Strictly Come Dancing, and has collaborated with renowned artists such as Michael Bublé, Kanye West, and Andrea Bocelli.

Lach Stankov

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Lachezar, born in Varna, Bulgaria, began piano at age nine and trained at the Dobri Hristov College of Music and Arts, winning numerous national and international awards. He studied under Professor Andrew Ball at the Royal College of Music and earned a master’s with distinction at Trinity Laban Conservatoire. Lachezar has performed widely as a soloist and chamber musician across Europe, the UK, Brazil, and the USA, appearing at prestigious venues like Wigmore Hall and Cadogan Hall. Alongside his performing career, he teaches at several London schools and co-founded the London Festival of Bulgarian Culture and the Stankov Ensemble.

Alice Hall

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Since graduating from the RNCM, Alice has built a busy freelance career performing with major orchestras including the London Philharmonic, BBC Symphony, and Royal Philharmonic, with appearances at the BBC Proms, Glyndebourne, and Grange Park Opera. She has recorded for film, TV, and West End shows like Phantom of the Opera and Ghost, and worked with artists such as Ellie Goulding, Ed Sheeran, and Katie Melua. A dedicated educator, Alice has 17 years of teaching experience and tutors at Kent Music Summer School, Kent County Youth Orchestra, and local schools, while actively participating in education projects with ECO, LPO, and BBC orchestras.

Rob Johnston

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Rob Johnston trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and has since built a busy freelance career performing with major UK orchestras including Welsh National Opera, the Philharmonia, and BBC NOW, touring across Europe, Hong Kong, and Dubai. He is passionate about music education, teaching trumpet at Monmouth School, Christ College Brecon, and for over 20 years at the Junior Conservatoire of the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama.

Kwesi Edman

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Kwesi is a British cellist and conductor celebrated for his expressive and versatile musicianship across classical, contemporary, and popular genres. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, he has performed with leading ensembles such as the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields and the BBC Concert Orchestra, and collaborated with artists including Elton John and Damon Albarn. As an educator, Kwesi teaches at Forest School and directs multiple programmes including the Oxford Cello School and Chamber Academy Orchestra, promoting technical excellence, creativity, and inclusivity in music education.

Rob Parsons

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Rob is a professional drummer and percussionist based in London’s West End, currently serving as deputy drummer for shows like Wicked, Moulin Rouge, MJ: The Musical, Oliver, and Come Alive. He has toured extensively across the UK and Europe with various productions and has taught one-to-one drum lessons for 13 years, achieving a 100% pass rate with students in graded exams.

Neil Shaw

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Neil is a classically trained pianist and musician with wide-ranging experience, working at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland teaching piano, keyboard skills, and vocal repertoire coaching for undergraduate and master’s students. He has performed in major West End musicals such as Les Misérables, Wicked, and Phantom of the Opera, and plays for rehearsals, auditions, and ballet companies including the Royal Ballet and English National Ballet. Neil also teaches private students across all levels, including ABRSM theory.

Emily Haf

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Emily is a female british pianist, trumpet player and dj currently residing in bahrain. Emily studied at the royal northern college of music under john gough and tracey redfern.

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