MEET THE TEAM

LEADERSHIP

Susan Robertson

Manager of TVMS Singer, plays piano and has taught curriculum Taiko, Samba, African drumming, Recorder and more!

Jeff Sawdon

Assistant Manager Guitarist, singer, he also plays bass and drums. As well as being our resident Rock Star in chief, Mr Sawdon's interests also extend to the technology side of music, both in studio and live sound environments.

Alan Rutter

Support Services Manager & Resources Clarinet player.

Nikki Lycett-Findlay

Team Leader & Singing Strategy Lead A mezzo-soprano and multi-instrumentalist (Piano, Flute, and Organ)

Phil McFarlane

South Tees Co-ordinator AKA Mr Drum. Drum kit or orchestral percussion like timpanis and xylophones.

Jud Down

North Tees Co-ordinator Plays the trumpet and runs our Tees Valley Jazz Collective at TVMS on a Wednesday at 6pm.

Mike Harbisher

Teaching and Learning Co-ordinator His main instrument is his voice - plays piano, a bit of trombone, classroom instruments such as Glockenspiel, Ukulele, Recorder, Samba, Taiko and African drumming. He also leads a lot of CPD sessions for teachers.

Hilary Mounsey

Curriculum Expert  Flautist, also plays recorder, penny whistle, and a little bit of piano and piano accordion. Teaches a range of whole class music from singing to percussion and recorders.