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 Sheila Joynes teaches Cello, Double
Bass, Piano and Theory of Music. Not only does she
hold qualifications in each of these (and many other
instruments - see the
About Sheila
page) but she is also a fully qualified teacher.
Being a multi-talented musician, Sheila
brings interest and variety to her lessons as she will
often play the piano to accompany students playing
instruments such as Cello and Double Bass. Piano
duets are an enjoyable addition to a piano pupil's
learning experience as well.
Playing with an
accomplished musician lifts the occasion, makes lessons
enjoyable times and stimulates
enthusiasm to learn and progress.
Sheila's teaching style relies on
encouragement and praise. Many of Sheila's adult
pupils have said "my music teacher used to rap me across
the knuckles"; you can be assured similar methods of
'encouragement' have never been in Sheila's repertoire!
 Click here to see a short video of one of Sheila's
bright young cello pupils.
Click here to watch a short video of one of Sheila's
Grade 8 Cello pupils in a lesson.
As detailed
here,
Sheila teaches in various schools in Worcestershire.
As in all schools, teachers are regularly evaluated.
Recently, at Chipping Campden School, the following
observation was recorded about one of Sheila's lessons.
"Excellent instruction and
guidance with lots of encouragement. Good to sing to the
student, showing her how the music goes melodically and
rhythmically. A very good supportive lesson."
"...you cared. It has been a
long road you and Sarah have travelled since she had a
half-size cello. You have helped her out a great
deal, suggesting the cello and not the flute would open
more doors and finding out about the Benslow
Trust. You will always be a special part of her
musical development."
Debbie - Mother of Sarah, a
post-Grade 8 Student, Sheila's pupil for 10 years.
"It's fun learning the piano!"
David - aged 8
"Cello lessons with Sheila are always a pleasure:
interesting,
instructive and never a dull moment. I really do
enjoy my lessons with you - you never put me down,
always something encouraging."
Tricia - one of Sheila's adult pupils
"Sheila has been teaching me to play the cello now
for two years and with her excellent teaching ability
and a determination to drive pupils forward, I am know
working to take my grade 5 exam!"
Steve - one of Sheila's adult pupils
"Batty, but beautiful!"
Alan - father of two of Sheila's
pupils.
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The Things people say about Sheila
and her teaching