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Finley Whatling -Cocks

Harwich,Essex

Summary


Offering strong musical talent, creativity, and collaborative spirit. Knowledgeable about rhythm patterns and basic percussion techniques, with keen ear for music. Excellent team player with strong communication and time-management skills, eager to grow and contribute. Ready to use and develop rhythm skills, collaboration, and creativity in a teaching role.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Drum teacher and mentor

We Are Music
Harwich, essex
01.2025 - Current
  • Adapted teaching methods to suit each student's learning style, maximising their potential for success.
  • Demonstrated advanced drumming techniques for students' understanding and replication.
  • Promoted discipline amongst pupils by setting clear expectations about punctuality and practice commitments.
  • Cultivated a passion for music in students by sharing personal experiences and insights on drumming.
  • Adjusted tempo or rhythm patterns during lessons to accommodate learner's pace hence making them more comfortable.
  • Created a supportive learning environment, encouraging student's confidence in their abilities.
  • Prepared students for live performances by rehearsing set pieces and offering stage presence tips.
  • Mentored struggling students by creating individualised solutions suited to specific needs.
  • Identified individual learning styles to tailor mentorship approaches accordingly.

Education

Higher National Diploma - motor vehicle

Suffolk New College
Ipswich
09.2024 - 06.2025

music performance and production - music performance

Suffolk New College
Ipswich
09.2023 - 06.2024

GCSEs - music

harwich and dovercourt high school
Harwich, Essex
03.2023 - 06.2023

Skills

    i have been playing drums since the age of 4 i done my first gig at 7 with we are music i have at least 11 years of experience behind the kit i teach drums part time at the we are music charity in harwich

  • Drum kit maintenance
  • Solo performance experience
  • Able to tune drums
  • Stick control techniques
  • Live performance background
  • Teaching adaptability
  • Understanding of music theory
  • Rehearsals
  • SEN teaching

Affiliations

  • I am a keen scooter rider and have been for many years at my local skatepark, learning new tricks along the way.i have been in 3 skating competitions and came 1st in 2022.
  • I am a drummer in voyage and have been performing with them for a few years now, recording in the studio and playing live gigs locally

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Drum teacher and mentor

We Are Music
01.2025 - Current

Higher National Diploma - motor vehicle

Suffolk New College
09.2024 - 06.2025

music performance and production - music performance

Suffolk New College
09.2023 - 06.2024

GCSEs - music

harwich and dovercourt high school
03.2023 - 06.2023

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