Hi, I’m Brent January, a South African guitarist and music educator based in Stellenbosch. I’m passionate about performing, teaching, and exploring a wide range of guitar styles from classical works to contemporary pieces, always aiming for clarity, musicality, and collaborative spirit. Over the years I’ve studied at the University of Stellenbosch, earned a Master of Music, and performed with ensembles including the Stellenbosch Guitar Quartet and on international stages. I’ve taught guitar at schools and music centres across the Western Cape, helping students develop technique, repertoire, and confidence. I’m excited to collaborate on new projects and to nurture the next generation of musicians.

Brent January

Hi, I’m Brent January, a South African guitarist and music educator based in Stellenbosch. I’m passionate about performing, teaching, and exploring a wide range of guitar styles from classical works to contemporary pieces, always aiming for clarity, musicality, and collaborative spirit. Over the years I’ve studied at the University of Stellenbosch, earned a Master of Music, and performed with ensembles including the Stellenbosch Guitar Quartet and on international stages. I’ve taught guitar at schools and music centres across the Western Cape, helping students develop technique, repertoire, and confidence. I’m excited to collaborate on new projects and to nurture the next generation of musicians.

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Hi, I’m Brent January, a South African guitarist and music educator based in Stellenbosch. I’m passionate about performing, teaching, and exploring a wide range of guitar styles from classical works to contemporary pieces, always aiming for clarity, musicality, and collaborative spirit.

Over the years I’ve studied at the University of Stellenbosch, earned a Master of Music, and performed with ensembles including the Stellenbosch Guitar Quartet and on international stages. I’ve taught guitar at schools and music centres across the Western Cape, helping students develop technique, repertoire, and confidence. I’m excited to collaborate on new projects and to nurture the next generation of musicians.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent

Work Experience

Part-time guitar teacher at Rhenish Primary and Jan Van Riebeeck Primary School
January 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025
Teach guitar to students; develop lesson plans and assess progress across multiple sites.
Part-time guitar teacher at Rhenish Primary, Jan Van Riebeeck Primary School and Hugo Lambrechts Music Centre
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Guitar instruction at three institutions; curriculum development and student mentorship.
Part-time teacher (private lessons) and lecturing assistant at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Private guitar lessons and lecturing support for the Certificate Programme.
Part-time guitar teacher at Frank Pietersen Music Centre
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Individual guitar instruction for students at a music centre.
Part-time guitar teacher, Certificate Programme at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Guitar instruction and programme support.
Part-time guitar teacher at Stellenbosch
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Guitar instruction for private students in Stellenbosch.

Education

Master of Music at University of Stellenbosch
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Music at University of Stellenbosch
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Certificate in Music Literacy 271 (Distinction) at University of Stellenbosch
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
National Senior Certificate at De Kuilen High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Turning The Tide Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Masters Scholarship
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Independent travel bursary - Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
GFA Mentorship Programme
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
ATKV Albert Engel Bursary prize
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Volterra Project Summer Guitar Institute participation
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other