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About
Francis Elias(Franco) - woodwind, Brass and music theory Tutor.
Hello! I'm Francis Elias, most of my students call me Franco.
I'm passionate music educator and performer with over 7yrs years of experience teaching and playing woodwind and brass instruments including the recorder, clarinet, saxophone trumpet, Trombone E.t.c
I also specialize in music theory and have extensive experience preparing students for ABRSM and LCM Music exams. I tailor my lessons to fit your musical goals and ensuring that learning stays fun, inspiring and structured.
WHAT I OFFER
Personalised lessons for woodwind and brass instruments step by step lessons guidance.
Step by step music theory guidance
Exam preparation (ABRSM, LCM)
Technique for tone, sight - reading and performance confidence.
Online sessions for students of all ages
Teaching Style
7 years of experience teaching in schools, music academy, music programs, and private lessons
Ensemble of brass and woodwind instruments
Preparing students for ABRSM and LCM exam from Grade 1 - 8 with high success rates performing in concert and community music events
Skilled in both practical performance and theory instruction
Curriculum
My lessons are designed to be interactive, practical and student centered. I focus on
1. Building strong tone production and breath control
2. Developing sight reading and ear training skills.
3. Step by step music theory integration with instrumental practice.
4. Using play along tracks, duets and real repertoire for motivation.
5. Adapting to each learner's age, pace, and goals.
RECOMMENDED TEXT
for students i recommend to use a combination of trusted methods books and exams syllabuses.
Eg. Tune a day series, rubank elementary, essential elements, music theory in practice
Credentials & Affiliations
Bachelor degree in performing arts (ongoing) University of Nairobi (UoN)
Diploma in music ttheory - ALISON July 2021
Don Bosco Brass band workshop November 2019
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
->January 2020 - present - Don Bosco primary school (Nairobi) theory music teacher and brassband instructor
->January 2020 - present- salesian of Don bosco brothers (formation house) - theory music teacher and brassband instructor.
->March 2020 - present- white star group of schools - brassband instructor
-> August 2023 - present- Serare primary and junior school - music theory, Descant recorder and brassband instructor.
-> April 2024 - present- Polygramme music academy - brass and woodwind instruments instructors.
September 2024 - present - IMFA music aacademy brass and woodwind instruments instructor.
June 2022 - December 2024 - strathmore primary and junior school woodwind instructor
July 2021 - January 2025 6to4 Music Academy- brass and woodwind instruments instructor.
September 2018 - November 2019 - Mount camel primary school - music theory and school band instructor.
