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MY MUSICAL EDUCATION BACKGROUND
The first and arguably the most important aspect of me is that I have a passion for playing music and a real passion for teaching it. To see others achieving success and fulfilling their dreams in music is always immensely satisfying. It is one of my greatest joys to see a student playing in a recital or a band and to know that I had some hand in that process.
I studied the trumpet with (amongst others) Ted Hobart and Alan Sim, piano with Edward Parker at Newham Academy of Music in London, where the policy was to subject local children from a modest working class background to some of the finest teaching and facilities available. The result was an Academy that produced many students who now earn their living as professional musicians - myself included. Theoretical tuition was under Lliffon Hughes-Jones, a compser with inexcess of 500 published works. Latterly, I was coached by Raymond Banning, one of the nation's finest concert pianists and professor of piano at Trinity College of Music.
My further education was at Trent Park college (now Middlesex University) and the Professional Development Unit of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music.
My tuition on guitar was via many private tutors, amongst them Ronnie Lane (guitarist with The Small Faces) and Len Argent, a top session player who regularly performed with (amongst many others) Joe Loss, Frank Sinatra and was resident guitarist at 'The Talk of the Town' Cabaret Theatre in London.
MY PERFORMANCE BACKGROUND
My performance experience has been very varied and diverse. Being highly trained and experienced in all aspects of both classical and contemporary styles simultaneously has given me the best of all performance options.
I have been fortunate in being involved in performing all genres from Orchestral, Recital, Rock Concerts, festivals and Jazz through playing guitar with the world famous Victor Sylvester Orchestra to being a professional organist in the Church of England!
Performance with many contemporary bands over the years has given a wide experience. There have been far too many to list here, but notably working with 'Charisma' in 1972-79 which enjoyed BBC recordings, and numerous nationwide gig successes. Between 1980-1987 I worked extensively in London with 'Parson Hogg', a highly successful electric folk/dance band.
I have been active as a session musician appearing on many albums and soundtracks. I have recorded for BBC TV and radio broadcast on several occasions. I been involved with recording production and direction. I also have enjoyed extensive work as a lounge pianist, and formed 'The Richard Batty Trio' a jazz piano/bass/drums band used in many professional engagements.
Amongst many provincial theatres, cathedrals and concert halls I have performed at and been a soloist at most of the country's large venues including amongst others The Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall,
Purcell Room, NEC, Wembley Arena, Earls Court on numerous occasions.
Classically, I have wide experience from Baroque Through Romantic to modern. Having a great deal of orchestral and band experience, I have been also been active with an interesting piano recital portfolio and other works including extensive brass quartet and quintet work. I have a robust experience in choral and orchestral conducting.
I have had the benefits and experience of working under the direction of some great conductors, amongst them Sir Adrian Boult, Bryan Fairfax, and Ex Prime Minister Sir Edward Heath as well as performing with other well known artists.
RECORDING
I have appeared on many albums, soundtracks and broadcasts (BBC TV and Radio) as a session musician over the years. Personal recordings include rarely heard piano music from 20th Century British Composers.
PERFORMANCE NOW
Apart from a great deal of freelance and session work in all genres, my wife and I perform together playing folk, jazz and popular songs in many environments.
Additionally I run a singing group, 'The Hepmangrove Singers' details can be found at the singers website click here
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS
I hold a CTABRSM qualification from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of music, which is a professional music teaching qualification.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Member of the Incorporated society of Musicians. Membership of the ISM is available only to professional, verified and qualified musicians. To find out more click here
Member of the Registry of Guitar Tutors, an advisory/examination body open to professional teachers.To find out more click here
Registered teacher for examinaiton entries at the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, Trinity/Guildhall and Rockschool. To find out more on these organisations go the links page
IN SUMMARY
My goal as a performer has always been to bring real live music to as many people as possible. My mission as a teacher is simply to use this experience to bring out the talents in my students.
With all students I teach the pure enjoyment of playing, but for those who wish to undertake a course of study for qualifications the following pages will answer your questions or call me to discuss your requirements.
ABOUT ME (NON MUSICAL!)
I love water and the sea,and have enjoyed owning and maintaining boats in the past, and now spend many a happy hour at our holiday home at the coast.
I am also a classic car enthusiast, in particular british classic cars of the 1960s and 70s, Jaguars in particular, of which I have been privilaged to own 4 of those fine machines.
The first and arguably the most important aspect of me is that I have a passion for playing music and a real passion for teaching it. To see others achieving success and fulfilling their dreams in music is always immensely satisfying. It is one of my greatest joys to see a student playing in a recital or a band and to know that I had some hand in that process.
I studied the trumpet with (amongst others) Ted Hobart and Alan Sim, piano with Edward Parker at Newham Academy of Music in London, where the policy was to subject local children from a modest working class background to some of the finest teaching and facilities available. The result was an Academy that produced many students who now earn their living as professional musicians - myself included. Theoretical tuition was under Lliffon Hughes-Jones, a compser with inexcess of 500 published works. Latterly, I was coached by Raymond Banning, one of the nation's finest concert pianists and professor of piano at Trinity College of Music.
My further education was at Trent Park college (now Middlesex University) and the Professional Development Unit of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music.
My tuition on guitar was via many private tutors, amongst them Ronnie Lane (guitarist with The Small Faces) and Len Argent, a top session player who regularly performed with (amongst many others) Joe Loss, Frank Sinatra and was resident guitarist at 'The Talk of the Town' Cabaret Theatre in London.
MY PERFORMANCE BACKGROUND
My performance experience has been very varied and diverse. Being highly trained and experienced in all aspects of both classical and contemporary styles simultaneously has given me the best of all performance options.
I have been fortunate in being involved in performing all genres from Orchestral, Recital, Rock Concerts, festivals and Jazz through playing guitar with the world famous Victor Sylvester Orchestra to being a professional organist in the Church of England!
Performance with many contemporary bands over the years has given a wide experience. There have been far too many to list here, but notably working with 'Charisma' in 1972-79 which enjoyed BBC recordings, and numerous nationwide gig successes. Between 1980-1987 I worked extensively in London with 'Parson Hogg', a highly successful electric folk/dance band.
I have been active as a session musician appearing on many albums and soundtracks. I have recorded for BBC TV and radio broadcast on several occasions. I been involved with recording production and direction. I also have enjoyed extensive work as a lounge pianist, and formed 'The Richard Batty Trio' a jazz piano/bass/drums band used in many professional engagements.
Amongst many provincial theatres, cathedrals and concert halls I have performed at and been a soloist at most of the country's large venues including amongst others The Royal Albert Hall, Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall,
Purcell Room, NEC, Wembley Arena, Earls Court on numerous occasions.
Classically, I have wide experience from Baroque Through Romantic to modern. Having a great deal of orchestral and band experience, I have been also been active with an interesting piano recital portfolio and other works including extensive brass quartet and quintet work. I have a robust experience in choral and orchestral conducting.
I have had the benefits and experience of working under the direction of some great conductors, amongst them Sir Adrian Boult, Bryan Fairfax, and Ex Prime Minister Sir Edward Heath as well as performing with other well known artists.
RECORDING
I have appeared on many albums, soundtracks and broadcasts (BBC TV and Radio) as a session musician over the years. Personal recordings include rarely heard piano music from 20th Century British Composers.
PERFORMANCE NOW
Apart from a great deal of freelance and session work in all genres, my wife and I perform together playing folk, jazz and popular songs in many environments.
Additionally I run a singing group, 'The Hepmangrove Singers' details can be found at the singers website click here
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS
I hold a CTABRSM qualification from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of music, which is a professional music teaching qualification.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Member of the Incorporated society of Musicians. Membership of the ISM is available only to professional, verified and qualified musicians. To find out more click here
Member of the Registry of Guitar Tutors, an advisory/examination body open to professional teachers.To find out more click here
Registered teacher for examinaiton entries at the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music, Trinity/Guildhall and Rockschool. To find out more on these organisations go the links page
IN SUMMARY
My goal as a performer has always been to bring real live music to as many people as possible. My mission as a teacher is simply to use this experience to bring out the talents in my students.
With all students I teach the pure enjoyment of playing, but for those who wish to undertake a course of study for qualifications the following pages will answer your questions or call me to discuss your requirements.
ABOUT ME (NON MUSICAL!)
I love water and the sea,and have enjoyed owning and maintaining boats in the past, and now spend many a happy hour at our holiday home at the coast.
I am also a classic car enthusiast, in particular british classic cars of the 1960s and 70s, Jaguars in particular, of which I have been privilaged to own 4 of those fine machines.
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