Hi, I’m Ashly and I teach piano and violin at AS Music School. I’m originally from Northampton and moved here to study Music at the University of Sheffield, choosing to stay after graduation.
I’m classically trained but have branched out into jazz after joining big bands at my school and the Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust. As such, I have been fortunate to participate in two orchestral tours in Spain and Germany, as well as a jazz tour in LA. Since graduating I have joined numerous local projects and gig regularly; these include Malah Palinka, Abs and Katsina – all of which continue to release new music.
Besides jazz and classical music, I also enjoy progressive rock/metal and believe listening to a variety of genres is a great way to grow as a musician.
When I’m not gigging or teaching, you may find me with a soldering iron in hand, or watching whichever sci-fi series has caught my eye.