Tutorials

About:
Nick has performed and taught professionally since 2010 after completing the BMus Folk and Traditional Music with a 1st from Newcastle University. Since then, he has been part of various musical projects both in the UK and abroad. In 2015 Nick joined the Germany-based Irish music trio ‘Iontach’ and has since toured all over the country performing and giving workshops in both fiddle and diatonic button accordion. More recently, in 2024, Nick became the third member of the balfolk trio ‘Woodwose’, specializing in playing for dancing and with an emphasis on newly self-composed melodies. Nick’s musical style stems from a blend of inspirations and music traditions including Great Britain, Ireland, France and Scandinavia.
www.iontach.de   www.woodwosemusic.com 
Testimonials:
Lynne Gill:
“ I have found Nick to be a superb tutor over the  5 years he took me from being a raw beginner melodeon player to achieve an excellent level of accomplishment. His great overall knowledge and experience , coupled with a friendly approach and the ability to push just that little bit more each  time, make him an ideal teacher, regardless of your age, culture or ability. Can’t recommend highly enough.”
 
Paul Hartwell:
 “I had some lessons with Nick when trying to develop my playing. Nick was great at understanding where I was starting from and helping me find the next steps. He tailored the lessons to my style and pace which have helped me develop my style and confidence. Nick has a great style of playing and lots of knowledge as both a teacher and musician’ 
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