Meet Our Team

Guitar/Head Tutor

Max is our resident Head Tutor here at S.A.M.S. He has been teaching for many years now, ranging from blues and jazz pioneers to youths with Ukuleles.

Beginning as a touring bassist, Max found teaching a part time hobby but it soon became his main passion.

Specialising in a range of approaches, Max has seen a lot of success from students with anxiety and other mental health struggles.

Piano/Music Coach

Alex is our specialist S.E.N.D music therapy teacher.

For over 20 years Alex has worked in the S.E.N.D sector, offering 1 to 1 music lessons, group classes and music therapy.

Alex can help you explore your musical ability on instruments such as piano, drums, guitar, vocals and music production.

Also offering music sensory and relaxation sessions. He is the perfect S.E.N.D Tutor.

Alex always creates a warm and friendly environment where people can relax, gain confidence and flourish!

Therapy Dog

Introducing Baloo our resident therapy dog! He’s been working in Stoke on Trent and surrounding areas for over 3 years now helping children of all ages who have a passion for reading, under the Kennel Club Bark and Read programme.

Registered with the charity Canine Concern he aims to bring a calming influence to the school and to support learners when needed.

E-Drums

Piano/Guitar

Cheryl began her love with the piano at the tender age of 3, having been given an organ by her emigrating Uncle before he left. 

Her first ever performance was the following year, aged 4 where she played at church

From then on, her love and enthusiasm grew, and she has not stopped playing piano since.

She has developed a life long love of music, and over the years has learned to play many instruments including guitar.

Whenever an opportunity to try something new in music, Cheryl has taken up the challenge. 

She was the resident pianist at a restaurant for 17 years, she toured the country with the 10 piece Commitments 2 tribute show and has been part of many bands. 

So from being in a 90's dance band, too playing in a punk band, Cheryl loves every style of music there is.

Cheryl has also performed on cruise ships, along with many venues and hotels around the world.

Having ran her own comedy club for over 5 years and performing as a comedienne all over the country, you can guarantee a fun and friendly lesson with Cheryl every time!