GSofM Tutor Profile · Saxophone · Piano
Hazel Sharp
Hazel Sharp is a saxophone and piano tutor at The Glasgow School of Music, supporting students with technique, musical confidence, creativity and a thoughtful one-to-one teaching approach.
About Hazel
A creative and supportive approach to music education
Hazel brings together classical training, creative curiosity and a strong commitment to inclusive music-making.
Hazel Sharp is a genre-explorative multi-instrumentalist and educator, currently studying classical saxophone at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Classically trained and creatively curious, Hazel sees music as a way to connect — to people, places and ourselves — and brings that spirit into both her performing and teaching.
As a tutor, Hazel creates a welcoming and supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to discover and develop their own musical voice. Her trauma-informed, body-aware approach helps students build confidence, musicianship and a healthy relationship with their instrument, while working towards excellence in a way that feels personal, creative and sustainable.
Hazel performs extensively as a soloist and chamber musician on saxophone, piano and traditional whistle, including with Stillpoint, an all-female ensemble performing original works and imaginative arrangements.
Hazel supports students in developing tone, technique, reading, expression and confidence while keeping music personal and meaningful.
Her teaching values confidence, communication and a healthy relationship with the instrument, giving students a supportive route into progress.
Teaching focus
Saxophone and piano tuition shaped around confidence, technique and expression
Hazel’s teaching is particularly well suited to saxophone and piano students who benefit from patient guidance, creative musicianship and a supportive route into musical confidence.
Lessons may support tone, breathing, technique, reading, musical understanding, expressive playing and a more confident relationship with performance and practice.
Related learning routes
Useful pathways for students working with Hazel
Hazel’s teaching connects saxophone, piano, creative musicianship and performance confidence, giving students several routes into structured musical development.
Saxophone Lessons
Structured saxophone tuition for tone, breathing, technique, reading, expression and confidence.
Instrument routePiano Lessons
Piano support for reading, rhythm, coordination, musical understanding and expressive confidence.
Musicianship routeMusic Theory
Useful for saxophone and piano students developing notation, rhythm, reading and musical structure.
Creative routeComposition
Helpful for students interested in creative musicianship, arranging, original ideas and performance identity.
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FAQs
Questions about lessons with Hazel
Tutor allocation depends on availability, the student’s level, preferred lesson time and learning aims.
Can complete beginners request lessons with Hazel?
Yes. Hazel can support beginner saxophone and piano students with calm, structured foundations, early technique, reading, rhythm and confidence.
Does Hazel teach both saxophone and piano?
Yes. Hazel teaches saxophone and piano, with lessons shaped around the student’s current level, confidence and musical goals.
Can adults learn with Hazel?
Yes. Adult beginners, returning learners and developing students can request saxophone or piano lessons through GSofM.
Can Hazel help with confidence and creative musicianship?
Yes. Hazel’s teaching can support confidence, creativity, tone, technique, reading, musical expression and a healthier relationship with performance and practice.
How do I start lessons?
The first step is to request a trial lesson. GSofM will review availability, goals and lesson requirements before confirming the most suitable tutor option.
Begin with the right tutor route
Request a trial lesson and we’ll review the most suitable route for saxophone or piano tuition
Tell us what the student would like to learn, their current level and general availability. We will review the details and confirm the most suitable available next step.
