RUN BY MUSICIANS FOR MUSICIANS

However great the facilities are in a music school there are only two things that really matter to musicians who wish to be the absolute best that they can be on their instrument or voice:
the course content
the quality and experience of the tutors

At BIMM we never forget that. We provide lecturers who:
	Are incredible musicians and song writers
	Have stadium level touring and multi-platinum hit record experience
	Have top session credits
	Regularly contribute to national music press in journals such as Guitarist, Total Guitar, Guitar Techniques, Rhythm, Guitar Buyer, Bass Magazine, Accoustic Magazine and Music Week
	Are dedicated teachers as well as working professionals, who are in the classroom because of their commitment to education

bimm COURSE tutors

BIMM's tutors have all played, produced, recorded and toured with many artists and been involved in many music industry events including: Massive Attack, Kula Shaker, Beverley Knight, Faithless, Sir Paul McCartney, Bryan Adams, Supergrass, Jeff Buckley, Donna Summer, Jamiroquai, Incubus, Feeder, Gomez, Sheryl Crow, Morrissey, Kirtsy MacColl, Bon Jovi, Skunk Anansie, Reef, Prince, Funeral for a Friend, Queens of the Stone Age, The Jam, Squeeze, Morcheeba, Sleeper, Sugababes, Keane, Gary Newman, Snow Patrol, Spice Girls, MTV Awards, Glastonbury Festival, Ozzfest, Reading Festival, The Brits and many more.

	All Tutors Guitar Course Tutors Bass Course Tutors Drums Course Tutors Vocals Course Tutors Song Writing Course Tutors Live Sound/Tour Management Course Tutors Music Business Tutors Visiting Faculty Tutors Keyboard Tutors

		Ian Sillett (Sir Paul McCartney/Joan Armatrading) - Head of Songwriting Ian studied at Leeds College of Music until he was offered a place to be the first intake of students at LIPA. During his studies he won the National Yamaha/Times Educational Young Songwriters Award. As a session player he has played with Sir Paul McCartney, Joan Armatrading, Beverley Knight, Jamelia, Blue and Sugababes and Mark Knopfler. Other previous commitments include Keyboard Module Leader for Musicians Channel on SKY TV and Disney Library Music. He has been signed to label East West Records and Fused and Bruised and publishing with Jimmy Ruffin at Ruffland Publishing Ltd. Ian is a composer and arranger for independent film company ’One Take Pictures’. The company has won 4 International Awards and been nominated for 22 International Awards for work in the Film Industry. He is also a member of The General Teaching Council.

		Nigel Goulding (Abigail Mead/Mo Wax) - Head of Keys Nigel had a hit in 1987 on Warner Brothers with a single he co-wrote with Abigail Mead (Vivian Kubrick) for the Stanley Kubrick film ‘Full Metal Jacket’. The single reached no 2 in the UK top 40 and sold over 250,000 copies in the UK. He has a silver disc in acknowledgment. Since then he has worked on many studio projects ranging from producing white label hardcore dance tracks in the 90’s, co-wrote, produced and played a jazz funk single with a live band released by the record label ‘Mo Wax’ run by James Lavelle, composed an ambient soundscape for an art installation in Scandinavia. He has toured the UK playing keyboards for Pete Astor on Creation Records, toured with an original 7 piece Jazz Pop band, played with numerous other bands and worked as a sound operator in the Whitehall Theatre in London’s West End. Nigel has been teaching keyboards, song writing, production and performance skills at various colleges in London (British Academy of New Music, Redbridge College).

		Nick Nasmyth (Manic Street Preachers/Kylie) - Keyboard Tutor Nick Nasmyth has live and studio experience with a variety of top acts including Manic Street Preachers, The Spice Girls, Mel C, Kylie Minogue and Tom Jones. He has toured the world over covering the USA, Canada, Europe and Asia. Nick has performed on numerous UK television shows such as Top of the Pops, TFI Friday, Later with Jools Holland, White Room, Pepsi Chart, MTV, Saturday Live, Live and Kicking, VH1 and This Morning. He continues to be a highly sought-after player in the industry, and BIMM are proud to have him firmly on board.

		Jim Williams (This Mortal Coil/Craig Armstrong) - Head of Guitar As an active professional, Jim led an award winning avant-garde jazz trio with ‘Golden Globe winning’ film composer Craig Armstrong of Massive Attack and has performed as guitarist extensively in the studio with artists as diverse as This Mortal Coil, Pete Murphy, Maxi Priest and M-People. As well as having co-written with successful songwriters like The Matrix and Terry Walker, he also writes and produces many scores for TV and film. Jim was nominated for the prestigious Ivor Novello award in 2006.

		Guthrie Govan (Asia/Erotic Cakes) - Guitar Tutor Guthrie is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest guitarists, with an incredible stylistic diversity, backed up by a flawless technique. Guthrie won the Guitarist of the Year in 1993 and went on to secure the gig as lead guitarist in prog rock band Asia. He has played alongside legends like Tony Levin, Steve Howe and Vinnie Colaiuta. He writes regularly for Guitar Techniques and Guitarist magazines.

		Andy Nixon (The Magic Bullet Band) - Head of Drums Andy has a vast amount of live and studio experience. He’s made six albums and signed deals with V2, Warners, and Sony. Festival Appearances at Glastonbury, T in the Park and V2001, and tours with Sheryl Crow, Jeff Buckley, Alanis Morisette, Reef, Gomez and Feeder have helped make Andy a world class player. As a member of Straw he was in one of the best power pop bands of the era. More recently he’s been touring the world with The Jeevas alongside Dan McKinna and Crispian Mills. Andy is also a founding member of the The Magic Bullet Band.

		Steve White (Paul Weller/Ocean Colour Scene) - Drum Tutor Legendary drummer Steve White has worked extensively with Paul Weller. His credits include Weller’s band The Style Council, Oasis and Ocean Colour Scene. At BIMM Steve teaches technical development and also takes special masterclasses at BIMM Bristol. Steve also became the youngest drummer on stage at Live Aid at Wembley in 1985 and also played the LIVE8 gig at Hyde Park with The Who. Talking about his new position at BIMM, Steve said: “It’s a great honour for me to be asked to take part in this year’s course. BIMM’s reputation is second-to-none. I totally get the values and ethos of what is taught in the class room and importantly, the emphasis on what it takes to succeed in the fast and furious world of music.”

		Vinnie Lammi (Spice Girls/Mel C) - Drum Tutor Vinnie is undoubtedly one of the UK’s premier session players. He has performed worldwide and recorded with an array of top artists including Robbie Williams, Emma Bunton, The Cocteau Twins, Supergrass, All Saints, Take That, Mel B and A Man Called Adam. Vinnie recently recorded and performed with ex-Spice Girl Mel C and was booked up for The Spice Girls world tour 2007 and 2008.

		Carleen Anderson (Solo Artist/Brand New Heavies) - Vocal Tutor Carleen is a true star and has a talent, pedigree and charisma that is totally unique. Originally Carleen shot to fame as lead singer with the Young Disciples and later Brand New Heavies. Subsequent solo albums with Paul Weller on production duties whilst work with Bryan Ferry and Dr John, confirmed her status as the queen of British Soul. Amazingly she is also the God-Daughter of "The Godfather Of Soul" James Brown. Carleen continues her successful solo career whilst being totally committed to teaching - we are privileged to have her with us!

		Guthrie Govan (Asia/Erotic Cakes) - Guitar Tutor - Visiting Faculty Guthrie is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest guitarists, with an incredible stylistic diversity, backed up by a flawless technique. Guthrie won the Guitarist of the Year in 1993 and went on to secure the gig as lead guitarist in prog rock band Asia. He has played alongside legends like Tony Levin, Steve Howe and Vinnie Colaiuta. He writes regularly for Guitar Techniques and Guitarist magazines.