I am Francesco Sani, a dedicated and passionate music professional with extensive experience as a freelance music tutor, examiner, and standards verifier. Having taught at various colleges and contributed to the music community through composition, performance, and research, I have developed a versatile teaching and artistic practice. My work encompasses music composition, performance, mixing, teaching, and academic research, allowing me to engage deeply with music education and creation. I have been involved in the Scottish and European music teaching networks and have taken on roles such as music assessor for Cambridge International and international examiner for the IB music program. A flexible educator and practitioner, I aim to blend traditional and digital tools to enhance musicians’ learning and contribute creatively through composition, performance, and publication in music theory and research.

Francesco Sani

I am Francesco Sani, a dedicated and passionate music professional with extensive experience as a freelance music tutor, examiner, and standards verifier. Having taught at various colleges and contributed to the music community through composition, performance, and research, I have developed a versatile teaching and artistic practice. My work encompasses music composition, performance, mixing, teaching, and academic research, allowing me to engage deeply with music education and creation. I have been involved in the Scottish and European music teaching networks and have taken on roles such as music assessor for Cambridge International and international examiner for the IB music program. A flexible educator and practitioner, I aim to blend traditional and digital tools to enhance musicians’ learning and contribute creatively through composition, performance, and publication in music theory and research.

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I am Francesco Sani, a dedicated and passionate music professional with extensive experience as a freelance music tutor, examiner, and standards verifier. Having taught at various colleges and contributed to the music community through composition, performance, and research, I have developed a versatile teaching and artistic practice. My work encompasses music composition, performance, mixing, teaching, and academic research, allowing me to engage deeply with music education and creation.

I have been involved in the Scottish and European music teaching networks and have taken on roles such as music assessor for Cambridge International and international examiner for the IB music program. A flexible educator and practitioner, I aim to blend traditional and digital tools to enhance musicians’ learning and contribute creatively through composition, performance, and publication in music theory and research.

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Experience Level

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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Lecturer in Popular Music (part-time) at Edinburgh College
November 1, 2018 - Present
Delivered teaching in popular music aligned with qualifications and experience, prepared teaching materials, enrolled students, recorded attendance and progress, participated in quality assurance activities, provided guidance and support, upheld college policies, contributed to marketing efforts, supported health and safety compliance, and assisted with college equipment maintenance.
Instructor in Music (full-time) at North East Scotland College (NESCol)
August 31, 2015 - August 29, 2025
Provided music instruction meeting standards, assessed competencies, offered timely feedback and learner support, supervised exams, helped enroll students, maintained records, conducted research, linked with local music industry, liaised with education providers, updated course portals, organized events, and ensured quality assurance.
Lecturer in Music (full-time) at East Berkshire College
December 31, 2008 - August 29, 2025
Taught classroom-based music lessons to learners aged 16+, resourced and planned BTEC Music Practice delivery, organized meetings and liaised with staff, managed marketing activities including open days and auditions, organized student gigs and field trips.
Trainee Music Tutor (part-time) at Franklin (FE) College
December 31, 2007 - August 29, 2025
Assisted in teaching A-level music, provided one-to-one keyboard tuition, helped with departmental concerts, supported staff and students, and collaborated with technicians and colleagues.
Upper Strings Tutor (Saturday School and Peripatetic) at ArtForms, Education Leeds
December 31, 2007 - August 29, 2025
Managed violin, viola, and piano lessons for pupils of various ages and abilities, provided teaching materials, organized performances, structured learning, and coordinated schedules and equipment with schools.

Education

Professional Development Award (SQA) at Edinburgh College
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
101 Instructor at City & Guilds (7318)
January 1, 2022 - August 29, 2025
PGCE FE/HE at East Berkshire College
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
M.Phil (Research), p/t. Music (Composition) at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2005
MA, f/t. Music (Composition) at University of Huddersfield
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
B Mus (Hons) at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
'A' Levels Music + Gen. Studies at Lawnswood School, Leeds
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1995
Diploma di Maturità classica at Liceo Ginnasio E.Q.Visconti, Rome, Italy
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1994

Qualifications

Professional Development Award (SQA)
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
101 Instructor - City & Guilds (7318)
January 1, 2022 - August 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services