A MUSIC teacher from Malvern is launching lessons via Skype as schools close across the UK.

Self-employed Daniel Neville normally teaches violin and viola at a wide range of local schools including Hanley Castle and Chantry High Schools, RGS The Grange, Malvern St. James and the Gloucestershire Academy of Music.

With schools set to close indefinitely, he is offering one-to-one lessons via Skype to pupils of all ages and ability levels.

He said: "Being at home for weeks on end has the potential to get boring – but using some of the time constructively by learning an instrument is a fantastic way to challenge yourself, have fun and let off some steam.

"I’ve already started teaching some of my local students by Skype this week – but I obviously now have the ability to teach people from literally anywhere.

"My regular pupils range in age from 6 to 80. If you’re an adult whose playing has lapsed and you are going to be homebound for a while, then this is the perfect time to get back in shape and to rediscover your love of music."

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Mr Neville also runs a weekly string orchestra in Great Malvern, the Poolbrook String Group, which has also had to temporarily stop as a number of players are over 70.

He added: "I’ve been overwhelmed by all the kind messages of support from members of the string group. It provides a great social network for local players - and we will relaunch again as soon as we get official advice that it is safe to do so."

42-year-old Daniel Neville is a professionally qualified teacher and is fully CRB checked.

He has extensive experience teaching the violin and viola to pupils of all abilities, from complete beginner through to grade 8. He also teaches Scottish fiddle repertoire.

He can be emailed at Daniel.neville93@gmail.com or call 07454 359794. For information on the Kings Quartet, go to www.kingsquartet.com.