Scott McBirnie
Scott is a British pianist currently based in Bahrain, where he serves as Director of Music at the island’s largest international school. He studied at the University of Edinburgh under Colin Kingsley (piano performance)
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Chris Trueman
Chris is a highly accomplished guitarist and musician. He has performed in prestigious venues and collaborated with acclaimed artists and brands.
Kwesi Edman
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.
Shu-Wei Tseng
Shu-wei Tseng is a distinguished Taiwanese-British pianist and cellist renowned for her virtuosity and artistry. She has performed internationally across four continents, including high-profile events like the 75th D-Day commemoration and sold-out shows with New York City Ballet’s principal dancer. With over 30 years of performing experience and 25 years teaching in multiple languages, Shu-wei has held positions at leading music institutions in the UK and USA. Her academic credentials include a DMA from CU Boulder and multiple degrees from the Royal Academy of Music, alongside UK teaching qualifications and a role as a global ambassador for CU Boulder.
Lewis Edney
Lewis is director of music at bishops wordsworth’s grammar school in salisbury. He has run music departments in schools for over 10 years taking pupils through gcse, a-level and ib syllabuses using eduqas, ocr, edexcel and ocr boards.