Nicola Bradshaw

Violin

Hi, my name is Nicola Bradshaw. I have a BA (Hons) in music and a CT ABRSM in instrumental teaching. Since 1995 I've worked as a peripatetic instrumental teacher for Avon and then North Somerset Music Service. In that time I have worked with all age-groups from Pre-school children in the Young Strings Project and school transition events to conducting the Senior orchestra on a Saturday morning and all ages in between! I currently teach Primary school age children in the North Somerset area and have recently become more involved in the music at my local church, conducting the choir and playing in the services. I've played in many groups and orchestras in the local area over the years - most recently the West Mendip Orchestra.

Bridget Page

Piano / Flute / Recorder / Music Theory

As a Grade 8 flute and piano student, I went on to attend Bath Spa University and obtained a BA (Hons) qualification in Music which was followed by a PGCE in Primary Education. As a qualified teacher, I have worked all over the UK in various settings, most recently as a peripatetic teacher for the North Somerset Music Service. I have taught music to a wide span of age groups from nursery children in my Mother and Baby classes to adults who have wanted to learn an instrument in later life. I am experienced in teaching beginners as well as more advanced learners and preparing students for ABRSM and Trinity graded exams.

Dan Ball

Guitar / Bass Guitar / Drums

Dan Ball has been an active musician for over 15 years, playing bass guitar for international touring acts such as AC/DC tribute band 'Hells Bells', and London based original artists including 'Sheen', 'Just Kids' and 'Arnie Wrong'. He is a multi-instrumentalist and backing singer, playing guitar, bass and drums, and has been a private tutor of guitar and bass guitar at many points in the past 10 years. Dan currently works with 'Hells Bells', local covers act 'Bombshell', a wedding/function group called 'The Walker Close Band' and records his own music under the name 'Leveller'.

Tony Paynter

Ukulele / Electric Guitar / Acoustic Guitar

I have played guitar for 50 years, playing in various covers /original music bands, I am at present lead guitar/ backing vocal in local Band “Caught on the Back Foot”, which have been together since 2012 with some member changes along the way! We are a classic rock covers band and play in many pubs and clubs around the south west, recently we have introduced some original material into the set and are currently producing a cd of our songs.
I have been teaching guitar for the last 10 years which I thoroughly enjoy and I have experience with RGT/LCM grades.

Francesca Danti

Drums

Francesca Danti (Fra) is a professional drummer and drum teacher based in Bristol since 2019.
Teaching others is a rewarding and important part of her career. Fra always delivers her lessons with fun and positivity. The great teachers she had the luck to work with inspired her creativity and training. Fun and positivity are fundamental to encouraging students to believe more in themselves, without comparisons, as everyone can achieve what they want in so many beautiful ways.
Fra has trained and grown up as a professional artist and musician in Italy since 2008. There, she developed her performing skills and began to combine them with music, composing several original drums and vocal recordings for live theatre shows. She studied at New Generations Drums School in Italy directed by Marco Confetti, and to refine her technique and improvisation skills, she studied with the private Italian teachers Davide Malito Lenti and Paolo Mauro (Tuscany, Italy). In Bristol, she currently teaches private drums lessons and plays drums for two bands: a funk-based groovy band called “Hot Contents” and an instrumental- math rock band called O`mvros since 2019.
In 2017 she attended the International School of Performances directed by Firenza Guidi, where she played drums and performed together with many other artists from all over the world.
From 2018, in Bristol, she started her 3-year course in Contemporary Circus and physical theatre at Circomedia. With Circomedia, she had the opportunity to develop her circus skills and combine them with her drums on stage in a drums & aerial piece.
Fra has also improvised drums for Charlie&Jake,a music duo based in Bristol who combine music with poetry.

Anna Day

Singing Tutor/ The Note Choir Leader

Anna is a professional singer originally from the South west. Classically trained at Churchill, going on to study Jazz and popular music performance at Southampton University and then the Bristol Institute of Music.
Anna has performed all over the UK and in Europe. She has 10 years + of teaching experience and plenty of choir leadership experience.
Anna also leads The Note Community Choir which takes place on Wednesday evenings at 6-7pm in our Coffee Shop at The Note Warehouse.

Dawn Mcghee

Piano and Singing | B.Ed Hons, DipLCM Music Theatre (Singing)

Dawn started her career as a classroom music teacher in the South East where she taught music in several schools. She moved to North Somerset with her family and in 2004, joined North Somerset Music Service where she stayed until 2020. She has Grade 8s in piano and flute from her college days and has taught flute, keyboard, ukulele and guitar.
Dawn started taking singing lessons in 2010 which was relatively late in life. She says that these turned out to be a powerful and life changing experience: as well as giving her the confidence to perform, they helped her find her voice in lyric and song writing. Wanting to learn more about song writing, Dawn enrolled on several of Berklee Music School's online courses and has been writing songs ever since.
Dawn has been teaching singing for over 12 years and has prepared numerous pupils for singing exams with LCM, Trinity and Rockschool with a 100 % pass rate. She has prepared pupils for school concerts, competitions, college auditions and run choirs.
Since 2020 Dawn has been self-employed teaching singing and piano. Her piano pupils are currently preparing for either Rockschool or ABRSM jazz exams…. or just learning for fun.

James Elliott

Guitar

James has been playing guitar for over 25 years. Though initially drawn to the instrument by its wide range of expression and a love of Blues and Rock, he has studied and performed styles ranging from Blues and Rock to Jazz, Soul and Funk. Through countless hours of dedication to the instrument, he has encountered every pitfall and struggle a student might face and offers expert guidance on navigating these so that the journey of learning to play guitar can be as enjoyable and rewarding as it should be. Whether your aim is to accompany yourself or others as a rhythm guitarist, play along with your favourite songs, play lead guitar in a band or anything in between, he's got you covered.
He also offers string changes, basic guitar set-up and maintenance to ensure your instrument is playing great and to allow you to concentrate on what matters.

Stephanie Stanway

Online singing tutor

Stephanie is an opera singer from Glasgow. A Samling Artist, she is a graduate from the Alexander Gibson Opera School at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
Before studying at the RCS, Stephanie graduated from the Royal Northern College of Music with a BMus with honours and PGDip (distinction). Stephanie is the recipient of the Ye Cronies Opera award The Dame Eva Turner Vocal Prize
Stephanie has had the privilege of singing all over the UK with companies including Scottish Opera, Opera Bohemia and Radius Opera. When she is not performing Stephanie loves bringing singing and music to people and communities highlighting the joy and art of singing and music making.

Mark Stanfield

Drums

Having played drums for over 40 years, I am an experienced and enthusiastic drum kit performer. I have tutored and supported individuals of all ages and abilities to learn and develop drumming skills. I am an advocate of drumming rudiments but also encourage free form and musical experimentation. Enabling individuals to have the knowledge and physical skills to better realize their drumming and rhythmic ambitions. My philosophy is that drumming is good for your physical and mental health. Drumming is for everyone, at all abilities. I believe that it will open up many opportunities, as a Musician and most importantly, it’s really great fun!
I originally trained with a Royal Artillery drummer but later studied with the Drummers Focus Drum School in Munich, Germany and Drumeo. I have also achieved graded examination success with Trinity Guildhall.
I am a semi-professional drummer and tutor and have performed in many bands and situations covering a wide range of music genres from big/swing band, musicals/pantomimes and rock and pop music. I have shared that enthusiasm and enjoyment with numerous students, that I have had the pleasure to tutor and mentor.
I have recorded many times in studios, including a session at Air Studios in London, with various semi-professional bands and artists.
I have successfully delivered private drumming lessons in Munich, Germany and in the UK and look forward to tutoring you.

Judith Davies

Piano

Hello, I’m Judith, I’m originally from the Peak District and have recently moved to Bristol as a student. I’ve been playing the piano since the age of 7, achieving Grade 8 ABRSM in 2018. Music has been a big part of my life growing up and I’ve always enjoyed sharing it with others, whether it’s been performing at local concerts or helping my friends learn a piece they’ve always wanted to play.
Although I’m classically trained in piano, I also love playing contemporary styles of music from new-age and neo-classical pieces to Disney film-scores!
I believe that learning piano first and foremost should be a fun and enjoyable experience. From 17-years of playing, I’ve built up a wide and varied repertoire of pieces that I hope to share with you and that might help you fall in love with the piano as I did.

Callum Masters

Drums

BA (Hons)
Born and bred in Cornwall, Callum's musical journey began as a young lad with his dad teaching him the basics which then led to embarking on formal instruction at age eight. During his time at Bodmin College, he served as the drummer for the college jazz orchestra, partaking in international tours to destinations such as New York and Paris. Moreover, Callum pursued studies in music at both Bodmin College and Truro College before obtaining his degree in Professional Musicianship from BIMM Bristol in 2019.
Lessons are adaptable to any musical genre, though Callum specializes in rock and pop. With a wealth of experience spanning various musical contexts, including jazz orchestras, studio recording sessions, live shows, educational settings, and 2 years performing on cruise ships, Callum brings a diverse skill set to the instruction table.
Simultaneously, Callum maintains an active performance schedule as the drummer for Bailey Tomkinson and the locals, performing at various gigs and festivals across the UK.
Callum has Grade 8 Distinction Drums Trinity College London and obtains a level 2 children safeguarding.
Whether seeking to enhance current skills or start from scratch, Callum’s inclusive approach ensures that anyone can excel on the drums. His commitment lies in having fun whilst learning and prioritising the student's goals and aspirations. Tailored lessons cater to individual preferences, whether it be mastering specific songs or genres, pursuing drumming grades, or exploring potential career paths in music.

Tom Bellinger

Guitar, Banjo

Tom has been playing music for nearly 30 years. Studying at Oxford and Cherwell Valley College, he has gone on to play in various musical productions and touring throughout Britain and Europe. He is proficient in all styles of four and five string Banjo as well as teaching Guitar in a variety of styles from Travis Picking, Jazz, Flamenco and Rock and Roll.

Charlie Livingstone

Singing, Piano, Saxophone

Hi, I'm Charlie and I'm so excited to be teaching at Note Warehouse! I am traditionally trained, having achieved first class honours in my music degree as well as Grade 8s in classical singing and jazz saxophone and Grades in piano. I also hold a PGCE and have several years of primary classroom teaching experience.

I am passionate about inclusion and love working with all students. My teaching style is flexible and imaginative and I love to teach students how to play the things they really want to play.

In my own musical practice, I sing and play piano, saxophone and guitar. I love to combine those skills, playing and singing my favourite rock, pop and blues songs. I am assistant musical director of a choir and enjoy writing arrangements for them. I also work with a creative health and musical education provision supporting inclusive music making for all ages and abilities.

Max Nash

Piano, Music Theory

Max is a professional accompanist with lots of ties to the Bristol and Somerset communities. Having started his musical career after four years studying classical music at Bath Spa University and two ATCL diplomas, he has accompanied several ensembles in the UK and teaches advanced piano students in England.

He is also working as an arranger of music, running his own sheet music publishers and working with composers around the country.

Coral Smith

Singing and Piano

Coral is a Singer and Pianist who's been performing professionally for over ten years, taking her music all over the world. One of her biggest highlights was performing at Buckingham Palace for King Charles. She studied at ICMP in London, earning a BMus degree, and has continued learning with various teaching qualifications, including the RSL Level 6 Teaching Licentiate and Speech and Language therapy course Level 4. Coral started playing the piano at just four years old and worked her way up to Grade 8 in both Piano and Singing with ABRSM. Music has been a huge part of her life, and she loves sharing it with others through performing and teaching.

Ewan Hackett

Piano, Music Theory

Ewan has a passion for music and it comes across in his teaching whether on the Piano or using the modern Keyboard setups. On top of his teaching he also loves to share his music with the public as a worship leader at his local church, playing in a function band and is also a respected DJ in the south west wedding/ party scene. He brings 15 years of experience teaching ABRSM, Jazz and Trinity Rock School/ Rock and Pop to an advanced level. Whilst he enjoys music of all varieties, he is most at home whilst playing a bit of boogie woogie, funk and popular music. He is also very at home in a recording studio and always happy to help students get to grips with technology for their home setups.