“Music lessons at the University of Gloucestershire have been one of the main highlights of my three years at university.
I have been able to continue developing my love for music whilst studying Psychology. Ian Higginson’s passion, enthusiasm and sense of humour during lessons made both learning and performing fun and enjoyable. With his caring attitude and reasonable prices Ian has the ability to bring out the musical talent in every student he teaches no matter what their ability and helps them to realise their true potential.”
Student, Choral Scholar and successful Diploma candidate
“Lessons with Ian were always very positive. He explained everything clearly and had some great methods for teaching difficult techniques and pieces. I always felt encouraged after each lesson.”
Student and successful Diploma candidate
Develop your musical skills with Cheltenham’s Three Counties School of Music.
Lessons are taught by Ian Higginson who is a well qualified music teacher with over 30 years teaching experience. Lessons are taught in a fun, professional and relaxed way and are available to all from beginners to advanced.
Lessons are offered in the disciplines listed below at competitive rates for either beginner or advanced students who wish to learn either for fun, or work towards music assessments, examinations or auditions.
The lessons take place in the Chapel at Francis Close Hall campus, University of Gloucestershire, Cheltenham, where Ian is also Director of Music.
Lessons taught are:
- voice training
- organ
- piano
- music theory
- aural training
- composition
- conducting
Further Testimonials
“Lessons with Ian are always a pleasure! His teaching is relaxed and fun yet extremely professional and it’s great to know your teacher really does know what he is talking about. Ian not only teaches you how to improve vocally but how to develop as a musician who can listen and teach themselves too.”
Student, Choral Scholar and successful Diploma candidate
“The music tuition is excellent. Being taught by someone who is inspirational and supportive, make as all the difference to my musical experience here at the University.”
University member of staff & successful diploma candidate in voice (musical Theatre).
“Singing is really important to me and this is one of the reasons I came to this university. The one to one lessons I have are vital and have helped me with my singing technique and confidence with performing.”
“Having done a lot of choral recitals and some solos as a scholar, I asked Ian if he could help me reach my goal to achieve a diploma in singing before I graduate this year. He was very helpful and gave me a lot of encouragement, making me feel valued and helping me to stay motivated through his fun approach to teaching. I took the diploma at the end of June and have since learnt that I was successful. I am in no doubt that this is due to Ian’s encouragement and would recommend him as a teacher to others. I hope to continue studying with Ian after I graduate and hope that many others can benefit from his generosity and commitment to music at the university in the future.”
Student, Choral Scholar and successful Diploma candidate ‘The assessment was a great confidence booster for my daughter and gave her the opportunity to put in to practice all she has learnt. It was clearly structured, but also fun rather than intimidating. The feedback gave her clear guidance as to how she can improve’.
Parent of a successful Grade Three voice candidate
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