About
I was born in Manchester in the 1960s and trained as an architect. My architectural practice serves the West Midlands. www.heeleysarchitects.co.ukI first learned to play the organ from the age of 8 and progressed to the flute at 10 and the piano at 14. I have been very fortunate to have had the opportunity to study under several very accomplished and inspirational teachers. More recently I've studied classical singing and have taken part in the Association of Teachers of Singing summer school for teachers as a model pupil.
Public appearances include an interview and piano performance for BBC Radio Shropshire, and local performances on flute, piccolo, and classical singing.
I've taken (and passed) over 20 exams with the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, Trinity College, and the London College of Music, in flute (Grade 8 with Merit), piano, jazz piano, singing, classical guitar, theory (Grade 8 with Merit), and composition.
Teaching Certificates -
Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music certificate for "Being an Effective Teacher".
TCAT certificate in Adult and Further Education Teaching (Part 1).
Professional Body -
I'm a member of EPTA - the European Piano Teacher's Association which provides professional development support and performance opportunities for both teachers and pupils.