About

Music has always been a passion of mine and I started learning the piano when I was 7 years old. I soon went on to start clarinet and saxophone and achieved grade 8 in all three by the time I left my secondary school. I went on to study Music at College and then University and left with a BA Hons Degree in Music.

I have always loved to play a variety of music including classical, jazz, film music and popular music styles and I have played in various ensembles and performance venues around the country.

Soon after graduating I went on to do my PGCE in secondary music education and have worked as a Head of Music in schools throughout Essex and Kent. My love of teaching music has inspired me to set up my own business ‘Averil’s School of Music’ which offers professional instrumental tuition privately from my home and in local schools.

Averil is a wonderful piano teacher. She taught me how to recognise notes, play some pieces and pass the grade 1 exam with distinction in 6 weeks. She is kind and compassionate, not minding if you get anything wrong- just gently telling you where and guiding you through. I have really enjoyed her lessons and I am sure you will too.