REAL MUSICIANS.
BRILLIANT TEACHERS.
Different sounds, different stories and one shared goal: helping every student find confidence and joy in making music.
Alex Rothwell
Managing DirectorWith more than 15 years in education, Alex has taught one-to-one and worked in secondary schools across Yorkshire. He founded Apollo around a simple belief: everyone should be able to access an excellent, encouraging music education.
Gabby Harris
Piano teacherGabby is a classically trained pianist with more than 11 years of experience across pop, rock and musical theatre. Her lessons combine strong technique with real performance experience and a genuine love of helping students grow in confidence.
Jazz Summers
Guitar teacherJazz brings a decade of recording, teaching and live performance experience to every lesson. His enthusiastic approach helps students build practical skills and the confidence to enjoy making music for themselves.
Jake McBrinn
Guitar teacherJake combines approachable teaching with real-world performance knowledge. He works with players at every stage, from a first guitar lesson to refining technique, style and the confidence needed to perform.
Chris Garland
Bass guitar teacherChris has worked throughout the music industry, from musical theatre to rock festivals. His lessons connect technical development to real playing situations, keeping learning meaningful while building versatile, well-rounded musicians.
Will Rickard
Drum teacherFormally trained in jazz drums and experienced across pop, rock, metal and modern fusion, Will brings an adaptable and professional approach. His lessons keep enjoyment at the centre while developing practical, transferable musicianship.
Josh Stennett
Bass guitar teacherJosh has more than 12 years of live and studio experience on bass and guitar. He helps students build strong technique, prepare for real playing situations and enjoy the process of becoming a more confident musician.
Ella Muschamp
Vocal teacherElla is a classically trained singer with experience across pop, rock, musical theatre and jazz. Her warm lessons focus on healthy technique, enjoyment and the confidence to communicate through performance.
Jessie Evans
Piano teacherA Newcastle University music graduate, Jessie has experience in classical and contemporary piano and live restaurant performance. She brings a fun, practical approach that develops technique without losing the joy of playing.
Mia Casper
Vocal teacherMia is a professional vocalist and performer whose experience includes live entertainment, Abbey Road Studios and regular funk, soul and R&B performances. She helps students develop reliable technique, stage confidence and a love of performing.
FINDING THE RIGHT TEACHER
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