HUUUUGE congratulations to Sophie W, Isabel, Joseph, Nicola and Sophie C for their fantastic ABRSM exam results - I'm so proud of you all  :)
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Deborah Biggs Music Tuition (DBMT) is a private teaching business offering expert instrumental tuition throughout Cambridgeshire. I started teaching at university back in 1997 and, since then, I have progressed to teach a variety of instruments to all age ranges.


I hold a degree in music and am currently the principal clarinettist for the RAF Wyton Area Voluntary Band as well as lead saxophonist for 'Rhythm In Blue', the RAF Wyton Big Band. Recent shows for which I have been a musician include the St Ives Centre Players 2011 pantomime 'Jack and the Beanstalk, where I played principal trumpet for a run of 8 shows, and the same company's 2010 pantomime 'Beauty and the Beast'. In fact, the 2011 pantomime marked my 7th year playing in the 'Panto Band' on a variety of woodwind and brass instruments and this coming week I will undertake my 8th pantomime, this time playing drums in the band. Other recent shows include 'The Boyfriend' at Burgess Hall (principal trumpet), followed two weeks later by 2nd trumpet for Bernstein's 'West Side Story' at Hinchingbrooke Performing Arts Centre in Huntingdon.

In May 2011 I undertook my first role as Musical Director for the musical 'Godspell', performed by the St Ives Centre Players from 18-21 May, once again at the Burgess Hall. We had great reviews with particular praise being given to the band/MD by the NODA representative.

Alongside clarinet, saxophone and trumpet I also play flute, piano and percussion (including drum kit) and I enjoy doing occasional session work with various bands and orchestras on a freelance basis around Cambridgeshire and the South East.
 

As a pianist, recent bookings have seen me playing at various cocktail parties as well as at the RAF Wyton Sergeant's Mess both for their Summer Ball in July 2010, the same event in 2009 and again at various Ladies Guest Night and Mess Dinners. I also play in the Officer's Mess for various dinners and functions, most recently at their Christmas Ball and, prior to that, the 'Pathfinder Sunday' lunch for the 5th consecutive year as well as a Royal Navy Dining Out luncheon. I played for the Raptor Foundation's Valentine's 'Twilight Flying' evening, providing musical accompaniment while the visitors enjoyed their post-entertainement dinner. I also played for their Christmas Function in December 2010. On New Year's Eve 2009 I played at The Poacher in Elsworth and I am already booked to play at various functions throughout 2011. More details on my work as a pianist will soon be available so please do watch this space!

 

Playing out as regularly as I do ensures that my technique is constantly being improved - even teachers have to practise! - thus ensuring that I maintain a high level of musicianship and ability. I recently recorded Rimsky-Korsakoff's 'Flight of the Bumblebee' with the Wyton Band which was, for me, one of the highlights of my performing career...challenged for the top spot only perhaps by my performance of Mozart's famous Clarinet Concerto on stage with a full orchestra a few years previously! I reprised this fantastic work at the charity Christmas concert I recently organised, receiving a standing ovation at the end of the piece.


I have spent time writing and arranging music as well as teaching over the past 10 years and am constantly seen (well, heard!) making a noise with something!

Music is, quite honestly, my life and I can think of no better career than helping others to learn and understand how music can enhance their lives too. I look forward to hearing from you - let's take those first few steps into the world of music and see how things go. 

Debs

Calling all current pupils...recommend DBMT to a friend and, if they end up booking a course of lessons, you can claim ONE FREE 30 MINUTE LESSON for yourself or your child!! Now surely that's an offer you can't refuse?!