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Last updated: 18/01/2012

Issue: 1.4.7


			About Us

		Carolyn Hawkins (nee Riddick) is a Graduate and a Fellow of the London College of Music, she holds diplomas in Organ, Piano and Flute. She is best known locally as Principal of 'The Music Studio' in New Mills and more widely known, to Theatre Organ enthusiasts, through her concerts around the Theatre Organ circuit and appearances on the BBC's 'The Organist Entertains'. In addition to teaching the flute one to one at both ‘The Music Studio’ and Ladybarn School, she is performance Director of ‘Flute Salad’ and Flute Pastilles. Carolyn continues to give regular concerts on Theatre Organs around the country and particularly enjoys playing the Wurlitzer Organ at Stockport Town Hall.

		Malcolm Bolan Teacher of piano (classical, jazz and popular music) home organ, electronic keyboard and theory is an Associate of the Royal College of Music (A.R.C.M. Piano). Studied piano, double bass and composition at the Royal College of Music from 1964 - 1967. Worked professionally in rock and comedy bands all over the UK from 1967 until 1973, playing bass guitar, piano, organ and various types of synthesisers. From 1973 until 1979 worked as a backing keyboard musician for bands, solo musicians and singers, and a variety of other types of entertainers. During the period 1979 until 1987 Malcolm worked in the Middle East as a solo pianist/singer and entertainer, as well as being a part of cabaret acts in various duos, trios and quartets, performing a very wide range of styles whilst working out there. He also did a lot of teaching, especially in Qatar. From 1988 until present Malcolm has taught at ‘The Music Studio’ and has thoroughly enjoyed it.

	Pat Coward studied Piano, Clarinet and 1 year of singing at the Royal Manchester College of Music obtaining a teaching degree. She taught music in Grammar Schools to ‘A’ level and in Comprehensive School for a while. She later taught music and art at primary level. Extra musical activities in schools covered training choirs, orchestras and various ensembles, producing regular musical shows and concerts. Pat also taught diploma level in Further Education for three years.

	Brian Clayton was born and raised in New Mills but now resides in nearby Buxton. His early music interest centred on playing the electric guitar and he performed with several local rock and pop bands, plying their trade around the pubs and clubs of the North West and the Potteries. He was a member of the Buxton based blues band ‘Route66’ for nearly 10 years recording several albums and featuring regularly at major blues festivals. With maturity came a change of direction and Brian was drawn to the mellower tones of the classical guitar and a thirst for a more formal, structured education in music. He studied ‘A’ level music as a mature student at Ridge Danyers College, Marple and took lessons in theory and harmony with Tim Hawkins here at The Music Studio. Largely self-taught on the instrument Brian attained an Associate Diploma in classical guitar performance from the London College of Music in 2000. Brian then joined the staff at The Music Studio and he has subsequently guided many pupils through their own examinations from Grades 1 to 8. He enjoys teaching a variety of musical styles, at any level of ability, but his real love is now the classical instrument. Brian says, “I started out trying to sound like Hank Marvin, moved through a Van Halen period, into a Chicago/Buxton Blues era and now aspire to be another Andres Segovia! The one common thread being that it’s all great guitar music”.

	Flute Salad have been performing as a group for about 20 years and rehearse together every week. They are all pupils of 'The Music Studio', New Mills and attend different schools in the area. Their Grades range from Grade 3 Flute to Diploma level and their ages from 8 to 18 years old.

	Associated Board Examinations are held at The Music Studio every Easter. Local teachers pupils are welcome to use the facilities. An accompanist can be provided.

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