Benedict

5 (5 reviews)

Rate €53
Response 24h
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Number of students Benedict has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
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Number of students Benedict has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (5 reviews)

€53/h

Violinist at Guildhall School of Music & Drama offering lessons at all levels

English Literature

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About Benedict

Hello!

I am Benedict, a professional violinst and choral bass based in SE London. I am a graduate of Durham University and am currently completing my postgraduate studies at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, in the class of Simon Blendis as a scholar.

My experiences teaching has honed my sensitivities as a musican, which has cemented my ambition to continue working as an educator alongside performing.

I enjoy teaching lessons to students of all abilities, ranging from beginners to beyond diploma standard. Recently, I staffed at Virtuoso International Music Academy. I coached various chamber ensembles, working alongside professors from London's Royal Conservatoires and top colleges in the country.

At all levels of education, I enjoyed many opportunities playing and leading in orchestras. Since joining Guildhall last September, I have led the 2nd violins in a performance of Respighi’s Roman Trilogy under Roberto González-Monjas in the Barbican. I have also co-led the Symphony Orchestra performance of Walton’s Belshazzar’s Feast in the Barbican and String Ensemble’s concert under András Keller in Milton Court. Recently, I coached and performed with Hertfordshire Chamber Orchestra as their guest leader.

I have performed in the U.K. and internationally, at concert venues such as the Royal Festival Hall, Barbican Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Milton Court Concert Hall, Durham Cathedral, Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, Kaufman Music Center, Vienna Boys’ Music Hall, National Kaohsiung Centre for the Arts in Taiwan. I have worked with leading conductors such as Sir Anthonio Pappano, Ben Glassberg-Frost, Roberto Gonzalez-Monjas, Jimmy Chiang, David Hill, Ronald Corp OBE & Duncan Ward.

Recent performing engagements include playing with London Symphony Orchestra at their Open-Air Classics Concert at Trafalgar Square and playing Oklahoma with London Musical Theatre Orchestra at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

I am an avid chamber musician, and have studied with distinguished performers such as Adrian Brendel, Ursula Smith, David Dolan, Jacqueline Ross, Sam Armstrong, members of the Heath, Endellion and Frankland Quartet. As part of Guildhall’s Chamber Festival last March, I led a performance of Ravel’s Introduction and Allegro at Milton Court, performing alongside Garfield Jackson from the Endellion quartet.

I performed in several masterclasses including Wolfgang Redik and Leonidas Kavakos. This summer, I had to opportunity to study with Rainer Schmidt (Hagen Quartet) on a scholarship to the Academie of Morges, in Switzerland.

Part of my performing life is singing as a choral bass, deputising in and around London churches where he also performs regularly on the violin for the local communities. Previously, I sang with the Durham Cathedral as bass choral scholar performing 8 regular services a week. Highlights include twice performing the aria, ‘Mein Teurer Heiland’ in annual concerts of Bach’s St. John’s Passion with the Avison Ensemble. I am privileged to have received vocal coaching from Roderick Williams and Gary Coward.

About the lesson

I enjoy teaching lessons to students of all abilities, current students range from beginners to beyond diploma standard.

Whether learning some Schubert, Bach or music from Studio Ghibli - I aim to share the joy of performing with my students.

A good performer is a good storyteller - together we work on ways to engage an audience. A crucial skill for any looking to achieve things in music and beyond it.

At its core, learning music should always be fun and enjoyable. When working with a new student, I like to first identify what they are already passionate about and work it into our lessons.

I strive to keep my lessons fun and engaging: I adapt my methodology to the specific student and steer away from traditional methods of teaching.

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Recently, I staffed at Virtuoso International Music Academy, 2-week strings course held at Winchester College . Working alongside professors from London's Royal Conservatoires and top colleges in the country, I coached chamber various string ensembles, (ages 9-18) and assisted the course director, coordinating activities outside of rehearsals and providing pastoral support.

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Alex

Ben is an outstanding musician and violinist and is a great communicator and a fantastic teacher. He takes the students thoughts and aims into account to create detailed and technical lessons whilst also making the violin fun and enjoyable.

Having worked with Benedict in numerous musical genres, he is an extremely accomplished violinist and I could not recommend him enough as a teacher.
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Alex
Ben is an outstanding musician and violinist and is a great communicator and a fantastic teacher. He takes the students thoughts and aims into account to create detailed and technical lessons whilst also making the violin fun and enjoyable.

Having worked with Benedict in numerous musical genres, he is an extremely accomplished violinist and I could not recommend him enough as a teacher.
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Adrian

I highly recommend Benedict as a violin teacher. His ability to adapt his teaching to suit each student's learning pace and style truly sets him apart. I always feel that Ben pushes my boundaries and brings out the best in my musical potential. He combines a deep understanding of technique with a genuine passion for helping students grow, making every lesson both productive and enjoyable!
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Adrian
I highly recommend Benedict as a violin teacher. His ability to adapt his teaching to suit each student's learning pace and style truly sets him apart. I always feel that Ben pushes my boundaries and brings out the best in my musical potential. He combines a deep understanding of technique with a genuine passion for helping students grow, making every lesson both productive and enjoyable!
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Gabriel

Benedict is an exceptional violin teacher. He breaks down complex techniques into simple steps and always emphasizes the connection between technical precision and musical expression. His passion for teaching and encouraging style make lessons really enjoyable.
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Gabriel
Benedict is an exceptional violin teacher. He breaks down complex techniques into simple steps and always emphasizes the connection between technical precision and musical expression. His passion for teaching and encouraging style make lessons really enjoyable.
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Patryk

Ben is a one-of-a-kind tutor with amazing technical skill and superb ability to tailor to individual needs. He is incredibly experienced in both academic and performed music, studying at the UK’s top establishments. With Ben, you are guaranteed a fun, engaging and memorable time!
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Patryk
Ben is a one-of-a-kind tutor with amazing technical skill and superb ability to tailor to individual needs. He is incredibly experienced in both academic and performed music, studying at the UK’s top establishments. With Ben, you are guaranteed a fun, engaging and memorable time!
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Sofia

Benedict is a wonderful tutor! He is really engaging, patient and kind, and an incredible violinist. I've really enjoyed learning from him and would thoroughly recommend him!
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Sofia
Benedict is a wonderful tutor! He is really engaging, patient and kind, and an incredible violinist. I've really enjoyed learning from him and would thoroughly recommend him!
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