Tutor enjoys first year success

A former New Deal for Musicians participant is celebrating a successful first year as a self-employed guitar tutor.

Barnsley-based James Proud is now teaching a variety of guitar styles to around thirty students a week in a converted room in his home. James has now earned enough from his business to pay the fees for a well-respected three-year degree course in music technology at his local college.

During his self-employment option on New Deal, James prepared a business plan and cash flow but has been pleased that things have worked out better than he had expected. With pupils ranging from six to seventy years old, James is also completing a part-time teaching qualification. Whilst he completes his music technology course James will continue his freelance tuition to help pay his way through college.