25 Educators providing Wood courses in Edinburgh

Michael Starkey

michael starkey

Edinburgh

I’m Michael Starkey. I’m an experienced music tutor offering lessons for 5 string banjo and acoustic guitar in Edinburgh, Scotland. These are for individuals and groups of all ages and abilities who maybe don’t know how to get started with their playing; feel stuck with where their playing is at; or are looking to hone their skills further by developing specific playing techniques. I help musicians (and aspiring musicians): Get their playing off the ground by learning the basic skills needed to begin making music Appreciate their existing skills and build on these by offering advice and ways to move forward with their playing Gain confidence making music with other people Develop techniques specific to old time clawhammer banjo playing, fingerpicking folk and country-blues acoustic guitar and acoustic guitar accompaniment for traditional folk music My reasons for teaching: I believe that music has had a very positive impact on my life. I started playing as a young teenager and have always been in bands and going out to gigs and sessions since. For me, it’s a good way to spend time with other people but also with myself. I find that when I’m playing, I’m less likely to be worrying about other things. A bit later on, I came across clawhammer banjo and old time stringband music and got obsessed. I found that there weren’t that many people to play with or learn from where I live so I decided to take up banjo teaching. I like to travel in the US, learn from musicians there, pickup new tricks and tunes and then bring them back over here to share. My experience: I am a full time musician, teacher (and gardener). I had my first guitar student when I was a teenager. I work with individual students from my home in Leith and also teach group classes for the Scots Music Group in Edinburgh. In recent years as a community gardener I have worked in therapeutic horticulture with people struggling with their mental health and with individuals with Autism. I’ve also worked as a tree planter. I play in a number of different bands, have toured and gigged across the UK and have made a number of recordings. I also co-host a weekly old time music session in Edinburgh. Check out my personal website – michaelstarkeymusic.com to see and hear my latest projects. Get in touch….. If you are interested in banjo and/or guitar lessons then I’d like to hear from you. Please use the contact form or have a look at the other pages on the site to find out more about banjo lessons or guitar lessons. There is also a page with some field recordings and more information about old time music. I’ll leave you with this clip of fiddle player Jeri Foreman and myself playing the old-time tune, Five Miles of Ellum Wood.

Courses matching "Wood"

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Carve a Wood Spirit

By Scarecrow Woodcrafts

Woodcarving courses

Carve a Wood Spirit
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£65

Two Day Wood Spoon Carving Workshop

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By Alien Spoons

Two Day Wood Spoon Carving Workshop
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£185

One Day Wood Spoon Carving Workshop

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By Alien Spoons

One Day Wood Spoon Carving Workshop
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£95

Dala Horse Wood Carving Day Workshop

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By Alien Spoons

Dala Horse Wood Carving Day Workshop
Delivered In-PersonFlexible Dates
£55

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations

By BAB Business Group

The aim of the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction) qualification is to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence of individuals who specialise in a wood based occupation in the construction industry eligible for the Gold CSCS Card. Upon completion of the qualification, you will be awarded the NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Wood Occupations. The qualification modules will be discussed and agreed upon with each individual candidate to ensure that the qualification will be suited to your job role. Each candidate will be allocated a designated and qualified assessor to provide support throughout the qualification and provide information, advice and guidance to candidates in order that they can achieve the qualification. If you require further information or are looking to undertake this qualification, please contact us. CSCS Cards Candidates can undertake the CSCS test and obtain the red (Provisional) CSCS card on signing up for various qualifications. The red card can usually be obtained within 7 to 14 days and can be used to access the construction sites for a period of 12 months. On completion of the qualification, candidates can upgrade or renew their CSCS Card card to the full 5 year card.

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations
Delivered In-Person in Heywood or UK WideFlexible Dates
£2050

NVQ DIPLOMA IN WOOD OCCUPATIONS (CONSTRUCTION) V2

By Oscar Onsite

NVQ DIPLOMA IN WOOD OCCUPATIONS (CONSTRUCTION) V2
Delivered In-Person in Manchester or UK WideFlexible Dates
Price on Enquiry

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Insulation & Building Treatments

By BAB Business Group

The NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Insulation and Building Treatments provides a nationally recognised qualification for those working in the construction and the built environment sector and specialise in one or more of the following categories: Cavity Wall Insulation Solid floor Insulation Under Floor Insulation Cold Roof Insulation Wall Tie Replacement Wood Preserving & Damp Proofing The qualification modules will be discussed and agreed upon with each individual candidate to ensure that the qualification will be suited to your job role and will be achievable in order to demonstrate their competence and become eligible for the Blue CSCS Card. Each candidate will be allocated a designated and qualified assessor to provide support throughout the qualification and provide information, advice and guidance to candidates in order that they can achieve the qualification. If you require further information or are looking to undertake this qualification, please contact us. CSCS Cards Candidates can undertake the CSCS test and obtain the red (Provisional) CSCS card on signing up for various qualifications. The red card can usually be obtained within 7 to 14 days and can be used to access the construction sites for a period of 12 months. On completion of the qualification, you will receive a full 5 year CSCS card.

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Insulation & Building Treatments
Delivered In-Person in Heywood or UK WideFlexible Dates
£825

Introduction to macramé with Lucy Wayman

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By The Arienas Collective

Macrame class with local artist Lucy Wayman hosted by The Arienas Collective creative workshop space in Edinburgh City Centre.

Introduction to macramé with Lucy Wayman
Delivered In-PersonJoin Waitlist
£55

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)

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By Site Competence

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
Delivered In-Person in Market Rasen or UK WideFlexible Dates
£840

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Stonemasonry (Construction)

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By Site Competence

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Stonemasonry (Construction)
Delivered In-Person in Market Rasen or UK WideFlexible Dates
£840