Hi! Let me introduce myself: my name is John Bousfield, and I am a musician and music teacher. My main instruments are clarinet, saxophone and flute.
Performing Music
I regularly perform a wide variety of musical styles, including Modern ‘cool’ Jazz, fun Dixieland, Motown, and Classical genres. I run a both a Big Band and a smaller unit, recreating the Dance Band styles of the 1950s.
I have been on many tours, and played at festivals. I have recorded title music for television (for example: the recent Noel Edmonds show Deal or No Deal). I perform with the poetry/jazz group ‘Nightdiver’, interacting with the poet.
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Teaching Music
I am involved in teaching in schools, and privately—both individually and in groups. I often enter students for the Associated Board examinations, using the standard syllabus, as well as the jazz option.
I have been teaching improvisation for many years, in various musical genres, and I have run ‘Gifted and Talented’ workshops for many pupils.
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