Neil Alexander Hamilton

Senior Resident Tutor at Strathallan School

Responsible for the day-to-day running of Freeland Boarding House (80 pupils), providing pastoral care, overseeing routines and study sessions, liaising with parents and staff, coordinating social events, and collaborating with medical staff to administer medications.

Clarinet & Saxophone Tutor at Strathallan School; Edinburgh Academy; Erskine Stuart Melville School

Peripatetic tutor of clarinet and saxophone for pupils aged 10–18; teacher of instrumental music; director of musical ensembles; responsibilities included timetabling, reporting, and billing.

Freelance Musician at Neil Alexander Hamilton

Self-employed as a freelance musician performing as Reed 1-4 for UK touring productions; multi-instrumentalist (clarinet, saxophone, flute) with performances including Peter Pan, Cabaret, White Christmas, Guys & Dolls, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

Teacher of Music at Strathallan School

Assistant Director of Music, Head of Instrumental Music and deputising for Director of Music. • Delivering A-Level, GCSE, Advanced Higher, Higher and KS3 Music courses. • Leading on the highly successful introduction and delivery of SQA Advanced Higher and Higher Music Technology courses. • Leading ensemble direction for the school’s orchestra and wind band, big band, clarinet ensemble. • Musical Director for the annual school musical production. • Producer of whole school performances such as House Music, Strathallan Musical Showcase and Headmaster’s Music. • Delivery of ABRSM Music Theory course. • Oversight, maintenance and education on all music technology assets. • Technical director/producer for all in-house productions. • Musical instrument maintenance. • External music examinations coordinator. • External music specific educational trips. • Budget holder for shows and productions. • Appointing and managing third party contractors, including external musicians, lighting and set producers. • Departmental health and safety

Senior Resident Tutor at Strathallan School

Live-in role overseeing the day-to-day running of Freeland Boarding House for 80 pupils, including pastoral care, liaising with parents and staff, managing routines and study sessions, coordinating social events, overseeing medical arrangements and medication, and handling evening/weekend duties.

Clarinet & Saxophone Tutor at Strathallan School; Edinburgh Academy; Erskine Stewart Melville's College

Peripatetic tutor of clarinet and saxophone for pupils aged 10–18. Duties included teaching instrumental music, directing musical ensembles, timetabling, report writing, and managing billing and accounts.