Simon OKeeffe

Simon is a versatile music educator, performer, and producer with 15+ years’ experience. He offers expert one-to-one and group lessons in guitar, drums, percussion, and keyboard, alongside academic support in music theory, composition, and exam prep (GCSE, A-Level, and university level).

Simon has taught students of all ages, with many achieving top grades and performing at venues like the Royal Albert Hall. A professional musician with international credits including Sony PlayStation’s Dance Star, he specialises in a wide range of genres and leads his own project, Satoria. His holistic teaching blends musical excellence with creativity, discipline, and confidence.

Simon OKeeffe has over 15 years of experience as a music educator, performer and producer, with teaching experience across primary and secondary schools and further education. He holds a BA (Hons) in Music from the Guitar Institute and an MA in Record Production and Distribution from the University of West London. His professional background also includes work as an arranger and musical director.

Simon offers one-to-one and group lessons, combining musical development with creativity, discipline and confidence. He teaches students of all ages and works across a wide range of genres. His teaching includes guitar, piano and music theory, as well as Music Performance from GCSE and A-Level through to degree and master's level. He also supports GCSE and A-Level Music Technology, making his teaching relevant to both practical musicians and learners pursuing academic music courses.

For learners following graded study, Simon teaches music theory at Grades 1–8 and piano at Grades 1–5. Alongside his teaching, he leads his own musical project, Satoria, bringing an active professional perspective to his work with students. Lesson reports are provided after each session, and homework can be arranged at no extra charge.