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Hitting the
right note in
Stewarton
Whether you are an adult interested in learning an instrument, a motivated teenager
with dreams of being a rock star or a parent who wants their child to have an early
start in the world of music, Stewarton Music is almost certain to cater to your needs.
The group is located in the beautiful Music Room at Lochridge House, approximately
one mile outside of Stewarton, and is run by the multi-talented Fionn Patrick. Prior
to moving to Stewarton last year with his lovely wife Sam and his two adorable
children Sophie and Beau, 32 year old Fionn had worked as a session musician with
recognisable names such as Beverley Knight, Westlife and Amy McDonald.
With more than 15 years as a professional musician under his belt, Fionn has
a wealth of experience to share in guitar, piano and vocals. The opportunity
to learn percussion is also on offer, and in this Fionn is ably assisted by
Ben Martin, a hugely talented drummer who is currently working as principle drum
kit teacher at Glasgow Music Studios. In 2014 Fionn started the Kelvin Music School,
which focussed on child development through musical activity, and it is this project he
is hoping to extend to Stewarton and the surrounding areas.
With groups catered to specific age groups, ranging from toddlers to primary school
children, the workshops are engagement and activity based, incorporating many
elements of discovery and making full use of the senses as well. Stewarton Music
hopes to introduce some after school musical groups, which can hopefully offer some
alternative to the current after school clubs already on offer in Stewarton.
Also in the pipeline are parent and toddler mornings, which will consist of groups of
up to six parents, along with their children, taking part in stimulating music based
activities which will hopefully encourage an interest in music as the child grows older.
Further information on the classes offered can be found at www.stewartonmusic.co.uk or by
contacting Fionn directly on [email protected]. Furthermore, full details on the types
of lessons, and workshops, offered to adults can be found at www.musicretreats.com