David Norris
Harrogate,North Yorkshire
Summary
I am a dedicated music tutor with expertise in electric guitar and proficiency in performance. I demonstrate a deep understanding of individual learning styles and empathetic support for student frustration. Skilled in musical improvisation, instrument mastery, and flexible across genres, aiming to inspire personal motivation and growth in students. Energetic Tutor enthusiastic about working with students of all ages. Excited to grow individual confidence and skill. Outgoing, reliable and caring.
Seasoned professional with focus on tutoring and education. Posses skill sets in creating engaging learning environments and tailoring teaching methods to individual student needs. Able to foster positive rapport with students to boost confidence and success rates.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Band Tutor
Rock School UK
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.08 - Current
- Band Tutor to help young musicians write, perform and record songs over the course lasting one week.
- Provided detailed feedback with constructive suggestions to improve academic performance.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student focus.
- Planned sessions to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
- Set clear targets and delivered feedback to achieve student goals.
Guitar teacher
Kaffessa Music
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2024.04 - Current
- Currently teach at Thirsk High School, Pannal Primary School, Outwood Academy Easingwold, Boroughbridge High School and Harrogate Army Foundation College, teaching 60 pupils per week
- Encouraged creativity amongst students through improvisation exercises.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with patience and encouragement.
- Mentored aspiring young musicians refining their craft further.
- Conducted group sessions fostering peer interaction and collaborative learning.
- Integrated music theory into lessons to enhance understanding of guitar techniques.
- Provided guidance on proper posture and hand positioning for optimal guitar playing experience.
- Prepared students for public performances and graded exams, boosting their confidence and stage presence.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adapting teaching strategies as needed.
Musician
Self Employed
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2013.01 - Current
- Showcased exceptional range of musical skills during live performances, recordings, and auditions.
- Have performed live in a professional setting for over 13 years, function bands, private functions, original bands and solo, performing all over the UK and internationally.
- Fostered positive relationships with event organisers to secure repeat bookings.
- Maintained and improved skills through regular practice and performances.
- Managed other musicians in rehearsals, performances and other musical activities.
- Acquired new performance skills to broaden and diversify live music act.
- Communicated with clients to address requirements and negotiate fees.
- Penned lyrics, melodies or harmonies and created songs reflecting required emotions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Popular & Contemporary Music
Newcastle University
Newcastle 2011.09 - 2015.06
Skills
- One-To-One tuition capability
- Electric guitar expertise
- Understanding individual learning styles
- Music software proficiency
- Empathy for student frustration
- Personal motivation
- Empathetic understanding
- Musical improvisation
- Instrument mastery
- Flexibility with genres
Timeline
Band Tutor
Rock School UK
2024.08 - Current
Guitar teacher
Kaffessa Music
2024.04 - Current
Musician
Self Employed
2013.01 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Popular & Contemporary Music
Newcastle University
2011.09 - 2015.06