Our Mission
Music Education For All
Nurturing Musical Talent
At The Melody Nest, our mission is to make high-quality, inclusive music education accessible to all, because we believe in the transformative power of music to uplift, connect, and inspire.
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With over 30 years of teaching and performing experience across a wide range of musical styles, we guide students of all ages, from young beginners to adults, through a student-led, personalised approach that nurtures confidence, creativity, and mental well-being.
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But our purpose goes beyond technical skill. We aim to spark a lifelong love of music, one rooted not just in grades or tradition, but in the heart of why we play, sing, and create.
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Rooted in Christian values of love, compassion, and service, we are dedicated to building a welcoming and supportive community where every learner, regardless of background, income or ability, can discover the joy and freedom that music brings.
Inspiring Musical Journeys
Our mission is to advance education and promote the arts for the public benefit by providing access to high-quality music tuition, workshops, and performance opportunities, with a special focus on children and young people who are economically or socially disadvantaged.
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We guide each student through a personalised, student-led, and enriching musical journey, using trusted, well-established teaching methods tailored to their individual needs.
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To keep learning engaging and enjoyable, we draw from a range of proven curricula and method books, ensuring a structured yet flexible approach that supports every learner’s growth. We offer graded exams for Rock School, Trinity and ABRSM syllabuses with 100% pass rate.
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Whether students are learning for fun, working toward a performance, or preparing for graded exams, our aim is to nurture musical confidence, creativity, and lasting joy at every stage.
Meet Our Teachers
Our experienced teachers are committed to creating a supportive learning environment where students can thrive and develop their musical ability.
Gene and Lyndsey bring a wealth of experience and expertise to every lesson. Both have achieved formal qualifications in their respective instruments and have enjoyed long-standing careers as professional performers across a range of musical disciplines. Together, they have over 30 years experience of teaching students of all ages, helping each one reach their full potential.
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Both Lyndsey and Gene have extensive experience of teaching children with special educational needs and disabilities and welcome families and children with additonal needs and children who are recieving education other than at school (EOTAS)
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Your child’s safety and wellbeing are our top priorities. All our teachers hold enhanced DBS checks and are fully trained in first aid, and safeguarding, ensuring a safe and secure environment during every lesson.
