CONSULTATION FEES

CONSULTATION fees in SOMERSET:

Two-hour consultations are usual ~ and most beneficial ~ for all clients. This allows the time to explore repertoire and studies in depth, enjoy ensemble/duet playing, discuss the psychology of performance, practice organisation and many, many more inspirational aspects of playing in a relaxed atmosphere. Fees for one to one tuition with either Nicholas Vallis-Davies (flute) or Sien Vallis-Davies (oboe, peak-performance) are based on the hourly rate of £44.50. (Online webcam lessons, usually one hour in length: £45.50)

Two hour consultations in Somerset: £89 for a regular commitment

CONSULTATION fees in LONDON:

Fees for one hour in Central London: £75, two hours: £150

CONSERVATOIRE MASTERCLASS fees:

£500 for 3 hour session

Specialist Flute, Oboe and Peak-Performance Consultations

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‘As you know, I was terrified of approaching you in the first place, but the consultations this past year have been a revelation. Concentrating on the enjoyment of the music is wonderful (despite my rather basic technique) and my husband always says how happy I am after each lesson’
Amateur player from Bath

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‘It is such a relief to have found you and your enthusiasm for music. I love discussing concepts and imagery, and each lesson is a real inspiration after teaching grade exams all week’
Teacher from Exeter

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‘Thanks so much for all your help with my FRSM diploma. I could never have done it without your encouragement and new ideas’
Teacher from Taunton

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‘Since I’ve been coming for lessons with you everyone in the orchestra has been complimenting me and asking if I’ve bought a new instrument!’
Freelance player, London

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‘I am enjoying sharing all your positive philosophies with my pupils. I was in danger of getting a bit stale in my teaching - the hours were crawling by - but now I feel much more motivated’. Teacher from Southampton

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‘Just a quick thank you for my lesson yesterday.
It was so refreshing to come away from a lesson feeling excited and pleased’
Client from Oxford

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‘You provide a very welcoming and comfortable space in which to learn.
It struck me that I don’t get nervous about coming to a lesson,
which is a real testament to your teaching
approach and support’
Student from Devon

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‘Having heard your playing on the radio over the years, I was expecting a consultation with you to be quite expensive, so I hope you won’t mind my saying how pleasantly surprised I was to find out how reasonable and affordable your fees are’
Adult student, Birmingham

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‘Humungous thanks for everything’
Teacher from Oxford

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‘Great news! I just heard I’ve got a trial with the BBC. Thank you SO much. Your audition preparation was so laser-like and gave me inner confidence.
I felt invincible just as you promised!’
Freelance player, Surrey

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