McAusland Music

Very friendly, very professional, made me feel at ease, could not of wished for a better tutor, I look forward to my lesson every week, very highly recommended to all

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Alison is a fabulous music tutor. She is able to adapt to different player's styles: I know this as she tutors both of my children, who are very different, and they both enjoy their lessons with her. Alison is extremely well organised and is always on hand to offer help and advice. A prime example of her adaptability was the online concert she organised during lockdown to ensure that her performers were still given the opportunity to perform. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Alison to anyone considering taking up or returning to an instrument. I think I'd compare Alison to Mary Poppins: practically perfect in every way. More...

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It's a joy to be able to recommend Alison, both as a performer and an educator! Playing in her band while at Birmingham Conservatoire was a delight. Alison has a great tone, and a well established style which make for a really fun performance! As an educator, Alison is clearly very dedicated to the success of her students, and has never hesitated to give me sound advice about my own instrumental teaching. You should get Alison to be your next teacher! More...

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After searching for local Saxophone tutors, I came across Alison’s Facebook page and contacted her. From the first introductory lesson, it was obvious that Alison was very knowledgeable, organised, friendly, approachable and has fun and bubbly approach to teaching. Having just passed my Bronze exam, I am absolutely buzzing with my achievement. I put this down to Alison’s encouragement and enthusiasm for music. I would easily recommend Alison to anyone that is thinking of taking up the Saxophone. She regularly updates her FB page with news, information and students achievements. I have also signed up to the monthly ensemble to meet and play with likeminded students, which Alison also organises. I can’t thank her enough and look forward to achieving more in the near future. More...

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Alison is an absolutely fantastic musician and educator. Studying alongside her on the Birmingham Conservatoire Masters Jazz course is truly inspiring as she seems to be able to perfectly balance her performing, teaching and family life. She has a massive sound on both alto and baritone saxophone and always gives an honest insight of her musical influences in her performances, as well as conveying her own unique sound. Alison is also a genuinely lovely person with such a great approach to music and life. More...

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Alison beyond doubt is absolutely brilliant with young children, she is patient whilst strong enough to bring the most out of your child. My son went from being extremely shy to passing his copper medal exam at age 4. If your child shows an interest then don’t hesitate to learn with Alison and watch them come to life through music. More...

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I started my lessons with Alison to get back into saxophone playing after a few years. Her lessons are very flexible which works well around my shift work. I enjoy my lessons, she’s very friendly which makes them relaxing, Alison listens to what I would like to achieve and helps me to get there, she’s such a talented musician herself too! I also really enjoy being part of the saxophone ensemble and having the opportunity to play with other students. More...

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Alison is an excellent teacher, as well as being an accomplished musician in her own right. After 18 months of weekly tuition, I have already achieved more than I would have thought possible. Alison encourages and supports me in my playing and practising. The introduction of the saxophone ensemble sessions has provided fresh opportunities. Playing with other pupils is both challenging and fun at the same time. The quality of my tuition by Alison has allowed me to start preparing for my grade 5 alto sax exam in a few months. You're never to old to learn new tricks! Under Alison's guidance and support, I now look forward to my regular practice sessions and lessons. Alison tailors my lessons to exactly what I need to continue to make progress. Her feedback ensures that I don't miss anything that will add to my continuing improvement. More...

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I have been learning to play the saxophone with Alison now for a few months now I thoroughly enjoy the lessons and come away from each lesson already looking forward to my next one. Very professional and extremely fun! More...

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Very patient and fun tutor!
As an older student I was very nervous but Alison has put me at ease. Alison has also given me the skills and confidence to play in public. Really enjoying my saxophone journey 🎷 More...

Alison has been teaching my son clarinet for the last six months. After initially having lost his desire to practice/progress Alison has reignited his desire to play and also boosted his confidence in his playing. An amazing teacher. Highly recommended. More...

in under six months, Alison has already taken my alto sax playing to new levels. She has super teaching skills for all players including more mature pupils like myself. In Alison I have found a teacher who encourages me, is sympathetic to my particular needs, for example, jazz improvisation, but she definitely won't let me cut corners. From finding practising a bit of a chore, I now look forward to regular sessions and have even been encouraged to spend time learning the tenor, as well. More...

Alison has been teaching my son clarinet for the last six months and the change in his attitude towards playing and the increase in confidence we have seen has been brilliant. He is making great progress and more importantly is enjoying playing again. More...

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Alison taught me as a sixth former - she was a highly professional, encouraging and engaging teacher, and I'd strongly recommend her to prospective clarinet and saxophone students without reservation!

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Was lucky enough to be taught by Alison for a couple of years! Passionate, organised and very good at what she did!

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I taught alongside Alison as newly qualified teachers 10 years ago. She is a fantastic teacher and knows how the motivate youngsters with her passion for her subject! Sign up to learn a musical instrument with Alison and start a life long learning journey! More...

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Alison who is a fantastic teacher who really enjoys and is very experienced at teaching. She is really passionate. I couldn’t think of anyone better to learn an instrument with x

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My daughter has just come back from her first lesson with Alison and she is unbelievably excited x Alison was so welcoming and informative x looking forward to the musical journey with her ! X

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Alison is a fantastic teacher. She completed her PGCE at the University of Cambridge and has worked in a variety of schools. Alison is incredibly supportive, encouraging and professional, ensuring children enjoy their learning and make excellent progress. More...

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Very patient and fun tutor! Alison really gives me the confidence to push on and do better. Really enjoying my saxophone journey �

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I have known Alison for many years, since as a teenager she performed with both the Staffordshire Youth Orchestra on Clarinet and the Staffordshire Youth Jazz Orchestra on Saxophone. Her ability on both instruments is outstanding! Alison is a great communicator and as a mother herself, I am sure she will be an inspirational educator to pupils of all ages! As a musician and teacher of many years, I look forward to seeing the joy of music passed onto yet another generation! More...

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Having grown up with Alison I can testify to her immense passion for playing the clarinet and saxophone. She is highly educated and articulate and sure to be a great instructor to many young musicians with a modern syllabus - she loves the funky music! Rob Woodward - Senior Lecturer - Music, Central Queensland University and professional saxophonist More...

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I taught with Alison for years; she is incredibly dedicated and meticulously organised, treating each pupil as an individual and adapting brilliantly to their needs. She also makes learning great fun and has a real passion for music making. At a time when so many schools are squeezing their music provision it’s really great that Alison is offering such fantastic tuition at such great value. More...

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As a fellow Music educator, Alison is one of the most dedicated and talented music professionals I know in the West Midlands area. Her abundance of natural talent and past experience as an outstanding secondary school teacher (PGCE/QTS) transcends to her music making and Music teaching. For sustained outstanding musical provision, Alison is the teacher for your child. More...

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I would highly recommend being taught by Alison, she`s made playing the saxophone, for me, fun and accessible ????

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Very patient and fun tutor! Alison really gives me the confidence to push on and do better. Really enjoying my saxophone journey �

Reviewed on Facebook

Alison is a fantastic teacher. She completed her PGCE at the University of Cambridge and has worked in a variety of schools. Alison is incredibly supportive, encouraging and professional, ensuring children enjoy their learning and make excellent progress. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

My daughter has just come back from her first lesson with Alison and she is unbelievably excited x Alison was so welcoming and informative x looking forward to the musical journey with her ! X

Reviewed on Facebook

Alison who is a fantastic teacher who really enjoys and is very experienced at teaching. She is really passionate. I couldn’t think of anyone better to learn an instrument with x

Reviewed on Facebook

I taught alongside Alison as newly qualified teachers 10 years ago. She is a fantastic teacher and knows how the motivate youngsters with her passion for her subject! Sign up to learn a musical instrument with Alison and start a life long learning journey! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Was lucky enough to be taught by Alison for a couple of years! Passionate, organised and very good at what she did!

Reviewed on Facebook

I taught with Alison for years; she is incredibly dedicated and meticulously organised, treating each pupil as an individual and adapting brilliantly to their needs. She also makes learning great fun and has a real passion for music making. At a time when so many schools are squeezing their music provision it’s really great that Alison is offering such fantastic tuition at such great value. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Alison taught me as a sixth former - she was a highly professional, encouraging and engaging teacher, and I'd strongly recommend her to prospective clarinet and saxophone students without reservation!

Reviewed on Facebook

I have known Alison for many years, since as a teenager she performed with both the Staffordshire Youth Orchestra on Clarinet and the Staffordshire Youth Jazz Orchestra on Saxophone. Her ability on both instruments is outstanding! Alison is a great communicator and as a mother herself, I am sure she will be an inspirational educator to pupils of all ages! As a musician and teacher of many years, I look forward to seeing the joy of music passed onto yet another generation! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Having grown up with Alison I can testify to her immense passion for playing the clarinet and saxophone. She is highly educated and articulate and sure to be a great instructor to many young musicians with a modern syllabus - she loves the funky music! Rob Woodward - Senior Lecturer - Music, Central Queensland University and professional saxophonist More...

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