SOPHIE ANNE DAVEY BMus ATCL LTCL

A dynamic, passionate and eclectic Music Teacher and Performer with extensive experience in music, drama, and performing arts. Committed to fostering creativity, confidence, and musical excellence in students of all ages. A proven leader in building thriving music departments, directing performances, and nurturing musical potential from the very earliest stages.

Described and quoted by Amanda Mackenzie OBE, National Youth Orchestra board member as: There is no star she won't reach, no dream she won't fulfil. Everyone is amazed and enchanted by her confidence, commitment and passion.

Described and quoted by students as: Mrs Davey is the kindest teacher and I know I can talk to her about anything and she will listen and care.

Feedback from parents includes: Sophie is dedicated, patient, and passionate. She has helped our child discover a love for music and grow it into something special. Their confidence has improved not just in performance, but in everyday life – thanks to her guidance and influence.

Qualifications & Musical Training

• ATCL Diploma in Violin Performance (2011)
• LTCL Diploma in Violin Performance (2018)
• Grade 8: Violin, Flute, Piano, Recorder, Singing

Musical Direction & Stage Work

• Musical Director: Wonderland High, Annie (Cramphorn Theatre, Offspringers Theatre Society)
• Alleyn Court Productions: Grease, High School Musical, Wizard of Oz, Shrek the Musical
• Stage Roles: Rizzo (Grease), Serena (Legally Blonde), Fairy Godmother (Cinderella), Papagena (Die Zauberflöte), Ida (Die Fledermaus)
• Performed in venues including Royal Festival Hall, Barbican, Southbank Centre, and the BBC Proms

Ensembles, Orchestras & Tours

• Leader: Essex Young People’s Orchestra, Trinity Laban Junior Symphony Orchestra
• Member: National Youth Orchestra (2 years), London Youth Symphony Orchestra, Queen’s Park Sinfonia
• Performed across the UK, Italy, France, Belgium, Ireland, Sri Lanka, Poland and Scotland
• Worked under conductors: John Wilson, Simone Young, Vasily Petrenko, Edward Gardner
• Collaborated with composers: Larry Groves, Mark-Anthony Turnage, Duncan Ward
• Projects with: Asyla Ensemble, The Giardino Quartet, Ranelagh Chamber Orchestra, KCL Chamber Orchestra, Capriol Consort

Selected Performances & Events

• Violinist: Britain's Got Talent Finale
• Solo concerts in: Sri Lanka, Poland, Scotland
• Performed for HRH Queen of England Camilla Parker Bowles
• NYO Creative Hub Alumni Project: Snape Maltings, Symphony Hall Birmingham, Tate Britain
• Performed at events for: Helen Rollason Cancer Charity, Rotary Club, Muscular Dystrophy, Cancer Research UK
• Venues: Mayfair Hotel, Plaisterer’s Hall, Chelmsford Cathedral, Hampton Court Palace

• Community Involvement Member: Springers Musical Operatic Theatre Society, Billericay Theatre Company. Choral and instrumental hobbies include: Capriol Consort member, Committee Member: Southend Music Festival Founder: Cantabile Violin Ensemble founder at Southend High School for Girls. Passionate about community concerts, festivals, and creating new musical opportunities for children to grow their confidence Enthusiastic about lifelong learning and keen to embrace new CPD opportunities