Hi, I'm Bertie...
I'm really not one for blowing my own trumpet, except for my actual trumpet which I quite enjoy blowing!
I make music. Any kind of music... I teach music, I play music, I record music - basically I'm a big old music geek.
I'd much prefer for us to meet and jam or have a lesson and get to know each other that way, but if you really need to know more about me then here's the headlines:
My mum was a music teacher so I inevitably started learning music before I could talk.
I studied music at the University of Huddersfield specialising in conducting, composition and performance.
I've performed all over Europe with many different bands and ensembles, and have played at several prestigious venues and for notable names including; HRH Queen Elizabeth II and HRH King Charles III
For more than 15 years I have worked as a session musician, recording and performing on countless singles and concerts, and have taught 100s of pupils of all ages.
I now live in Staffordshire near Stoke and teach at several schools as well as privately.
If you are looking for a music teacher, whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced player looking to further their skills,
or if you are looking for a composer to turn your lyrics into a song,
or you are in need of a session musician to flesh out your song and create a full arrangement,
or an extra musician to play with your band or ensemble,
or a conductor to work with your group and unlock your sound
then you should say hi because that's what I do.
Get in touch and let's start making music!