Testimonials
‘Pre-con is a welcoming, friendly and supportive environment that has significantly improved my musicality, listening skills and has significantly broadened my musical knowledge and widened my listening.’
(Student, Spring 2026)
‘It’s a fantastic space to learn, grow and find joy in music. The repertoire is always strong and the tutors encouraging. There is a great balance of pushing for excellence with a supportive and respectful feedback.’
(Student, Spring 2026)
‘This concert was the best yet! I’ve made some really great friends through precon and I think precon has been the best musical activity I’ve ever done.’
(Student, Spring 2026)
‘Love the fact that you’ve converted my stubborn daughter into both a passionate lover of and enthusiastic participant in chamber music.’
(Parent, Spring 2026)
‘I really love coming here! I have learnt so much and it is super useful for my musicianship skills – you get taught so many things here that arent taught at other places, like improvisation. It is a great opportunity to make musical friends, play collaboratively and share a love for music!’
(Student, Spring 2026)
‘In the past year my son has developed hugely as a musician. The holistic approach that the staff at Pre-Conservatoire take has meant that he has the confidence and knowledge to take his performing and composing forward. He is so inspired by the work he does on Wednesdays that he now has written most of his first album and has got involved with performing in many different settings.’
‘Thank you so much for the work you have done with our daughter and the amazing opportunities she is getting for developing her musical confidence. We were absolutely bowled over by the Piazolla performance at the end of last term. We had never heard her play so beautifully. The whole concert was lovely. Thank you!’
‘I wanted to thank you for an inspiring and heart warming concert last Sunday. To see young people revel in performing to such a high standard is testament to your dedication and hard work. We are grateful that our daughter has the opportunity close to home and Pre-Con is a constant highlight to her week.’
‘My tutor is an incredible jazz musician and I have so much to learn from him. He’s an amazing person to be teaching young people, and I enjoy his sessions a lot.’
‘I love Pre-Con’s relaxed atmosphere that allows you to grow as a musician, and the smaller chamber groups create a space where we can develop in confidence.’
Photos: Evan Dawson