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Alex
Cumming
17 Wyman Street,
Medford, MA 02155
(617) 917 4494
alexcummingmusic@gmail.com
www.alexcummingmusic.com
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
SUMMARY
Alex Cumming is an English singer, musician and music teacher now living in
Greater Boston, MA. Alex is a classically trained singer and accordionist with
performance, academic and teaching qualifications in Folk and Traditional Music
& Dance.
EXPERIENCE
Music & Dance Tutor, SHOOTING ROOTS
ACROSS ENGLAND, 2005­2015
Lead dance tutor and band leader for music festival based workshops across the
UK with organisation Shooting Roots.
Band Tutor & Dance Workshop Leader, MUSIC AT THE HEART OF
TEESDALE
Darlington, UK — 2012­2014
An Arts Council funded project for musicians and dancers from ages c. 11­18.
Childrens Festival Tutor (Music, Dance, Early Years), SIDMOUTH
FOLK WEEK
Devont, UK — 2008­2013
Music, Song and Dance tutor for ages 7­14, plus lead regular music sessions for
early years ages featuring songs, instruments, dancing and games.
Community Musician, FOLK SOUTH WEST
Dorset/Somerset, UK — 2009­2010
Community musician for arts development agency Folk South West. Worked with
all ages from early years through to retirees..
EDUCATION
Newcastle University, UK
Folk & Traditional Music (BMus) — 2010­2014
A degree course focusing on performing, writing and teaching Folk & Traditional
Music from the UK and beyond
SKILLS
● Highly accomplished accordion player and singer.
● A fun repertoire of songs and activities for children.
● Huge knowledge of UK and USA traditions.
● Can easily adapt to specific situations
● Ability to integrate parents, family and teachers into activities