WHO ARE WE?

FROM TEACHER TO ENTREPRENEUR

Born and raised in the UK, Kelly Hart began her career as a music teacher in her early twenties, earning her ABRSM qualifications. She quickly rose through the ranks to become Head of Music and Drama at Greenfield Prep School, having taught at respected institutions including Shrewsbury House Prep School, Woodcote House, Manor House Girls School, Hinchley Wood Secondary School, and Asquith Nursery and Reception. Today, Kelly is Head of Music at Weston Green School in Thames Ditton.

Alongside teaching, Kelly has enjoyed a thriving performance career. As a singer and pianist, she has performed at prestigious venues including The Savoy Hotel, The Royal Lancaster Hotel, Wentworth Golf Club, The Cellar Door at The Strand, Café Royal, and many more.

Kelly has always loved working with children through music, and in her late 30s, she felt a calling to give back more deeply to her community. With this passion, Scales & Tales was born—a business dedicated to bringing high-quality music, drama, and dance experiences to children in schools. She quickly expanded the initiative, building a team of talented teachers trained both in the arts and education.

Scales & Tales now operates in a growing number of schools across Surrey and Kingston Upon Thames, inspiring hundreds of children each week through creative and engaging learning experiences. The business continues to evolve, offering a broad and exciting range of services to local schools and families.

A Personal Journey

Kelly’s path hasn’t been without its challenges. At just 12 years old, she lost her father in a tragic hotel fire while on holiday with her family. This life-altering experience left a deep mark, but it was through music—particularly the piano—that she found solace, expression, and healing.

Music became her refuge and strength during the most difficult time of her life. It’s this transformative power of music that Kelly now wants to share with children who may be navigating their own difficult journeys. Scales & Tales is not just about performance—it's about connection, confidence, and care.

Life Today

When she's not teaching or running Scales & Tales, Kelly loves spending time at the theatre or attending live music events. She’s passionate about travel, long walks, and quality time with her husband and children. A fitness enthusiast, she also enjoys cycling, dance classes, going to the gym, and lifting weights.

My Philosophy

"My teaching style is fun and energetic. I believe in being authentic, kind, and inspiring—whether I'm in a classroom or running a business. Providing great service and delivering high-quality teaching are at the heart of everything I do. Music gave me strength as a child, and today, I’m committed to giving that same sense of joy and empowerment to the children I work with."

DANCE TEACHER

Emilia is a performer currently in her third year of training at The Brighton Academy. She previously attended The Brit School, and has been lucky enough to perform in such venues as The Royal Albert Hall, The O2 and The Royal Festival Hall, in a variety of musicals, dance shows, flash-mobs and award shows. Emilia has been a dance teacher since a young age, and particularly enjoys instilling her love for performance in others! She is DBS checked, as well as having her chaperone license. Emilia is also passionate about health and fitness and is a qualified personal trainer.

TRUMPETER AND BRASS TEACHER

Dylan is an experienced trumpeter and brass teacher, having taught everyone from child and adult beginners up to successful conservatoire auditionees. As an active musician, he plays in several orchestras and bands, performing at festivals including Love Supreme and Cheltenham Jazz Festival, as well as classical symphonies and chamber groups and countless musicals, weddings, functions, and recording sessions.

After completing his degree at Trinity Laban in 2021, Dylan spends his days teaching students in schools and privately, and prides himself in his adaptability and flexibility to meet a student’s desires to ensure he gets the most out of them both in technicality and enjoyment.

DANCE TEACHER

Diana started training more than 12 years ago in another country and carried on with her studies in the UK, falling in love with dance more and more every day. She experienced multiple styles, such as street dance, contemporary, ballet, salsa, jazz, commercial, dancehall and others but is always open to learning something new. Diana has been part of a dance company in Romania and is currently doing a CAT programme at Trinity Laban. She has had many occasions to choreograph, from end-of-year shows to competitions, and musicals.

GUITAR AND ROCK BAND TEACHER

Felix began playing guitar at the age of 9 and worked his way to grade 8 on the Trinity and ABRSM classical exam boards during his time in education. Since then he has gone on to study music technology and composition at the University of the West of England (BSc Creative Music Technology) and has recently graduated with a first.

Felix has played both guitar and bass for various bands from the age of 14 and is actively performing across the country with the artist Oscar Lang on the label Dirty Hit. He is also proud to be working as a guitar teacher and has a passion for providing children a chance to find a creative outlet in music.

DRUM AND PIANO TEACHER

Tim Graham is a young and talented musician with a wide experience of both performing and teaching. Since graduating from London School of Theology with a 1st BA Honors Degree in Theology, Music and Worship, Tim has played professionally with a number of bands as well as solo artists, covering a wide range of styles from pop, rock, jazz, blues and gospel.

Over the last two years Tim has built a good reputation as a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher, both with individuals and in group settings. In his teaching Tim patiently helps his students to develop their skills, techniques, self-worth and confidence. He has also been a music teacher for Rocksteady in and around London.

Tim is available for drum and piano lessons in the local area and London. He is happy to teach at pupils’ houses and currently provides drum and piano lessons at Long Ditton St Marys School.

PIANO, CLARINET AND VIOLIN TEACHER

Dennis began learning music when in primary school and started by receiving violin tuition. After winning a scholarship at the age of 12, he attended Trinity College of Music, London on Saturdays, where he was also fortunate enough to be given the opportunity to learn the piano and general musicianship under the direction of Ken Paige.

After 6 years at Trinity, Dennis became a full time student at the same establishment and attained an LTCL on the violin, an LTCL on the piano (under the direction of Simon Young) and a First Class Hons. GTCL qualification. Following this, he studied at the University of London, Institute of Education where he attained an MTC teaching qualification and several years later, a PDME.

Dennis then became a classroom music teacher and soon afterwards, a Head of Music and a Head of Performing Arts. During this period, he continued to teach the piano, violin, clarinet and general musicianship and established a Saturday Music School, as well as performing himself, throughout London and the South East.

He has since taught the piano, violin and clarinet in several schools as well as privately. Dennis has performed thousands of gigs as a soloist, in bands and in duos, at a wide variety of venues in the UK and abroad, including at a Prince Charles Garden Party, on a plane, ships and several times on BBC radio, BBC TV and Sky TV.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

DANCE TEACHER

Bea started dancing at two and a half at her local dance school following the ISTD syllabus in Ballet, Tap and Modern as well as taking part in acrobatics, musical theatre and commercial classes too. She was an assistant teacher at this school from a very young age and has now taught at multiple schools across the country. Bea began competing in festivals across the Midlands aged five and has loved performing ever since then, which also lead her to take part in small pantomime productions. Aged 8 Bea became a junior associate at the Birmingham Royal Ballet.

In 2015 Bea joined a musical theatre company and performed in two productions with them.

Bea then moved away from her home town at sixteen to further her professional training at The Urdang Academy and then successfully gained a place at Laine Theatre Arts where she graduated from in 2022. Having taught for six years, Bea is now working for three different companies teaching a range of styles. She also delivers workshops all over the country.

I am a recent graduate from The Brighton Academy with previous attendance at The Brit School. During my training, I was fortunate to participate in numerous professional performance opportunities, including roles in productions like "The Sandman" at The Other Palace and Southwark Playhouse, professional pantomimes, and college musicals such as "Legally Blonde," "13," "Carrie," "Urinetown," and "Blondel." Teaching brings me immense joy, and I have a deep passion for choreography and fostering creativity.

DANCE TEACHER

Grace began her training at 7 years of age at Grayes Theatre Arts. Having won a place at IC Theatre studying Hip Hop Artistry/Commercial, Grace has recently graduated with a degree in all genres. Performances include MOVE IT 2022, MOVE IT 2023 and SOAR Super Weekender 2022. Grace is super excited to be teaching her passion of dance and cannot wait to pass her knowledge of Street Dance  and Hip Hop to the younger generation.

Jennifer is an actress, singer and compère born and raised in Surrey. Following the completion of a foundation course at Guildford school of acting she stepped straight into a professional contract as part of an actor host team on a cruise ship participating in multiple productions on board; arriving home just prior to the global pandemic. She then continued her training at Identity School of Acting in London. And after completing two years there established a theatre company with other Actor friends called Troupe 22 which focuses on nurturing and debuting new pieces of writing and creatives. 

Jennifer has a diploma in Musical theatre, Lamda Grades up to Eight and is DBS checked. Her Lamda experience inspired a love for teaching to see the growth in peoples skills and confidence.

Stanley’s passion for music began in childhood, driven by a desire to replicate the sounds of his favorite bands. This led him to pick up the guitar, sparking a lifelong love for playing and creating music. Over the years, he has achieved graded certifications in guitar (RGT & Rock School) and piano (ABRSM), while also exploring other instruments such as saxophone and bass.

As a teenager, Stanley realised he wanted to pursue music as a career. While studying Music Technology in college, he fell in love with the subject and graduated with a Distinction Star (D). He then continued his studies at Point Blank Music School, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Production & Sound Engineering. This deepened his expertise in various aspects of music and audio production, allowing him to mix and master professional releases and sell music to artists online.*

In addition to his work in music production, Stanley has experience teaching guitar and music production privately. He is now excited to be part of Scales & Tales, where he enjoys sharing his knowledge and passion with young musicians, inspiring the next generation to discover the joy of music.

Alice is a versatile creative with an enthusiastic approach to performance, whether she’s performing herself or teaching her pupils. Having recently graduated from a CDMT-accredited degree course, she is passionate about creating vibrant work and bringing that energy into her teaching.

Although she has trained in various dance styles, Alice specialises in Street Dance and Musical Theatre, which she currently teaches at Long Ditton St Mary’s and Weston Green school.