Our teachers
The people who teach here
A small team of specialists, each teaching the instrument they love. You learn one to one, every week, with the same teacher.
About the school
Small, steady and here for the long run
Northgate opened its doors in 2012 and has been part of Cheetham Hill ever since. We stay small on purpose, so every student is known and every lesson counts.
David Okafor, our director, teaches voice and looks after the school. The rest of the team each specialise in one instrument, so you always learn from someone who plays it well.
The team
Meet your teachers
Photos of the team are on the way. For now, here is who teaches what.
Sarah Whitfield
Piano, head of keysLeads our piano teaching, from first notes with young beginners to grades and beyond.
Tom Barratt
GuitarTeaches acoustic and electric guitar, chords to solos, for players of every age.
Elena Petrova
ViolinA patient, steady start on strings. Violins can be hired through the school to begin.
Marcus Hale
Drums and percussionRhythm, kit and reading, plus the drive behind our Friday rock band project.
David Okafor
Voice, directorTeaches singing one to one and looks after the school day to day.
Find the right teacher for you
Not sure where to start? Book a taster and we will match you with the right teacher.