Jamie Devine - Vocal Coach, Acoustic Guitar Teacher, Electric Guitar Teacher

Jamie Devine is a 31-year-old professional singer, guitarist, music producer, vocal coach, guitar coach and TV producer based in Newcastle Upon Tyne and nationally. At a young age, he discovered his love for music and later went onto perform his own shows at O2 Academy Newcastle, Edinburgh Fringe Festival and many local venues as well as radio stations around North East England singing a wide variety of styles.

Jamie has studied music extensively throughout his career including Artist Development at Access To Music in York, and London Centre of Contemporary Music working with artists who have appeared on national TV and radio.

Jamie is committed to providing a fun and friendly approach to singing lessons and developing the skills of each student lesson by lesson with each session tailored for maximum progress to reach goals. He teaches all ages from beginners who have never done music before through to advanced musicians. Improvement can be expected every lesson. Jamie teaches singing lessons, guitar lessons and music production lessons.

He has worked personally with some of the most sought after music experts in the world including Seth Riggs in person at his Los Angeles studio, Brett Manning and Claude McKnight of Take 6. Jamie has recorded in many top recording studios including the world-famous Clear Lake Recording Studios in Hollywood, California.

His unique and rare ability to unlock each students potential is clear from the outset. Jamie loves building the confidence of his students and specialises in the development of style, stage presence, impeccable vocal/instrument technique as well as getting the best performance in the recording studio.

Vocal lessons, guitar lessons and music production lessons available, to those who have never engaged in music through to professionals looking to refine their skills.

With over 7 years of solid vocal experience from busking in the North East to gigging around the world, radio appearances as well as learning about the music from the best in the music business he takes great pride in developing students to achieve their full potential. Lessons happen in a comfortable and friendly in Eldon Square Newcastle studios.

Lesson costs: £40 per 1 hour session, £35 per 45 minute session, £30 per 30 minute session

Mary McCrisken - Piano Teacher

Mary has been teaching the piano for many years, initially at the age of sixteen and then again from 2005 'til present. She has enjoyed a fulfilling nursing career in between times. She retired from nursing a year ago and now devotes her time to teaching. Mary teaches students from pre school age through to adults. Many of her students have attended from being at primary school until leaving to attend university.

Mary teaches mainly classical music but encourages students to choose pieces to play which they enjoy. This is often current/contemporary music.

Mary can teach purely for the fun of the piano and cover students favourite music. Mary has also been preparing students for exams using both ABRSM and Trinity London exam boards. She has 100% pass rate over a fourteen year period. Exams are not compulsory as some students prefer to play for their enjoyment.

Mary is a firm believer that piano lessons should be fun as this approach is more likely to be engaging for students.

"Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without"-Confucius.

Lesson costs: £30 per 1 hour session, £25 per 45 minute session, £17.50 for 30 mins

Keira Woodger - Piano Teacher

Keira is a second year music student at Newcastle University. With a belief that learning should be an enjoyable journey, she infuses her lessons with excitement and creativity using a diverse range of techniques to keep students engaged and motivated. Her lessons are tailor-made for each student, which enables them to unlock their full potential. Whether the student wants to follow a graded syllabus or try out different genres of music, Keira can guide them towards achieving their goals. She specialises in the ABRSM graded syllabus, having achieved her Grade 8, so she is well-versed in the keys to attaining the top marks in these exams. As such, Keira can teach the piano for all ages at any level, and looks forward to seeing where each student’s musical journey takes them!

Lesson costs: £30 per 1 hour session, £25 per 45 minute session, £17.50 for 30 mins

Ben Strange - Guitar Teacher

Ben is a 26-year-old guitarist based in York, offering lessons online and in-person. Having played guitar from the age of ten, Ben is an accomplished musician and guitar player. Ben teaches all genres and although he specialises in acoustic, light rock and rock, he loves to teach the pop music spectrum, having played in multiple groups including a Fleetwood Mac cover band.

Ben is a qualified primary school teacher and holds a BA in Music, with a knack for delivering results-based lessons that ensure quick progress. He can tailor lessons to a student’s needs, whether they are playing for fun or want to become an expert. His lessons are suitable for beginners to more advanced players.

Ben is also an experienced songwriter, composer and producer, and if students require advice on aspects of these disciplines, he is more than happy to help out.

Lesson costs: £30 per 1 hour session, £25 per 45 minute session