Michael McGeary, Guitar Teacher, St George's Music Department

Michael McGeary is primarily a classical guitarist, performing as a soloist and ensemble member around the United Kingdom and entering international competitions, although his musical roots also stem from school lessons on electric guitar, violin, rock drums, samba band and orchestral percussion.

During secondary school he was invited to audition for the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Juniors to study under Head of Guitar, Allan Neave. He continued at the RCS, with a Bachelor of Music degree, then completed his studies in London with a Master of Performance degree at the Royal College of Music. Here he worked alongside talented musicians and performed in some of the country's most esteemed music venues: the Royal Albert Hall, the V&A Museum, the Southbank Centre and Kings Place. He then remained in the capital, giving music tuition to pupils of all ages and abilities, and collaborated with peers and RCM alumni continuing to build his performance career around the United Kingdom.

Performance highlights have included concerto performances in Perth and Ruthven, performing and giving masterclasses in Scottish guitar festivals and forming a flute and guitar duo with varied performances ranging from concert halls to nursing homes.

Michael has been a tutor of all guitar styles for 14 years and currently teaches in schools across Edinburgh: St George’s School, Fettes College and St Mary’s Music School.