Teachers

Luan Victor is a drummer who has been working with music since 2015. Coming from a diverse family of musicians, Luan had everyday contact with several music genres throughout his life including Rock, Pop, RnB, Soul, Funk, Jazz and Bossa Nova. At the age of 15, he made a decision to become more actively involved with the drums and percussion as it was his main instrument at the time. By playing in several bands while growing up, he’s acquired valuable musical knowledge about the instrument and its role as another important element of music.

Luan also has international experience as a musician, playing in venues such as ‘Peniche Le Marcounet’ in Paris, ‘Teatro Malaposta’ in Lisbon, ‘Camden Assembly Hall’ in London, ‘Clube da Esquina’ (one of the most important venues in Brazilian music history) and many music festivals such as ‘Notodden Blues Festival’ in Oslo, the largest blues festival in Europe.

Currently studying at Middlesex University in London, Luan is always eager to learn new ways of expressing himself through music and is very passionate about teaching these same concepts to his students.

Andre Araujo is a bassist, guitarist, and songwriter from Portugal. He started his music journey at 14 by playing acoustic guitar. One year later, he started developing his primary skills as a bass player, learning both in parallel. Andre is keen on several music genres. He has honed his craft to be able to play any genre of music ‘truthfully’. Andre is currently studying BA Jazz at Middlesex University, which is his third and final year. Andre has been teaching for years people of various ages and levels as a private music teacher. He has performed with several solo artists and bands, both in the UK and Portugal, such as Bruno Giacomazzi & The Foreigners, Big Duke 6, and Montara.

Aditya Shrestha is a composer, sound designer, music producer, and music educator based in London with a BA (Hons) in Music Composition from Middlesex University.

In 2022, Aditya composed music and did sound design for the game Carbon – 12, which received 1st price, Unity Choice award and Social Impact Award at the NSE Game Innovation Challenge 2022. Aditya continues to write music and sound SFX as a freelancer for game developers and media producers.

Aditya primarily teaches piano/keys, acoustic/electric guitar, bass and music production. He has experience teaching Trinity and ABRSM Curriculums in KM College of Music and Technology under the A.R. Rahman Foundation in India and has also been involved in teaching IB Curriculum for performance arts (Music) for PYP and MYP students in other schools.

Aditya teaches all levels of students; from non-experienced students who are looking for casual lessons as a hobby, to advanced musicians looking to pursue a formal education in music.

Aaina Padiath is an experienced vocalist and vocal teacher trained primarily in Western contemporary styles. She holds a BA in Music from Middlesex University (London) and also has training in Hindustani Classical and pop, giving her a versatile and unique artistic approach. She teaches both private vocal lessons and specially designed group classes for younger students.

Aaina has performed at major international events, including the EXPO 2020 Opening Ceremony with the Firdaus Orchestra (mentored by A.R. Rahman), the U.S. Consulate in Chennai, and the World Tolerance Day Summit. She has also appeared at prestigious venues such as Dubai Opera and performed for global dignitaries including Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and former U.S. President Bill Clinton.

In addition to performing, Aaina is a songwriter and vocal producer. She was awarded the EKWE & Maia Dave Scholarship for Women in Music (2023) and works on collaborative projects blending pop, math rock, and metal.

Born and raised in Mill Hill in North London, he started classical piano lessons at the age of 6, then went on to take up the flute and drums at age 8 and age 10 respectively which culminated in him passing his grade 8 examinations in 2018, with a distinction in piano.

Neel gained a large chunk of his musicianship during his time at St Columba’s College in St. Albans where he was an integral part of the music scene.

He took turns as the drummer and a flautist in both the college wind band and jazz band, as well as performing piano and drums at occasional public recitals.

He also had the privilege of undertaking the role of music subject mentor in his final year, allowing him to assist the subject leaders at the sixth form open day and the pupils in musical studies.

Neel also is working towards an ARSM in piano performance and also participated in numerous ensembles at Royal Holloway, both staff and student-led