Meet the team

RICHARD BAGNULO

Richard Bagnulo is a creative focussed music teacher with over 5 years of experience. He is an accomplished performer, songwriter and instrumentalist, with a passion for spreading his love of music to as wide a reach as possible.

Richard is a big believer in music being for everyone, and learning not through rigid test and exams but through fun, creative pursuits. It was from this belief Bagnulo Music Academy was born.

Today Richard strives to bring music into the lives of anyone he can, through creative jams, personalised classes, song writing, and performance.

Musical Achievements:

Musical Theatre Lamda Award Grade 7
Studied music & production at Global Academy
Frontman of band Blyth Road 2018-2024

Musical Inspirations: Iron Maiden, Sum 41, Fleetwood Mac

RAWDA AL-BELBAISI

Rawda is an engaging and reassuring vocal teacher, with over 8 years of experience in performance, and 4 in recording. She has a background in musical theater, as well as contemporary music performance and songwriting, which is reflected within her academic and personal achievements.

Rawda is driven by her love for music, and her understanding of the impact that it can have upon a person. She encourages her students to view singing as a journey, and to embrace the bumps that may come their way.

Her musical theater training has a great influence on her teaching technique, and allows her to have a strong understanding of acting through song, In addition to her background in jazz and soul music.

Rawda’s lessons are all about creating a fun, safe, and comfortable environment for her students to flourish within, at their own pace.

Musical achievements

Level 3 B-Tech extended diploma in performing arts, at distinction star level
Bachelors (Hons) of creative musicianship at ICMP - 2022-2025

Musical Inspirations: Diana Krawl, Jordan Rakei and Raye

BRANDON YUEN

Brandon is a down to earth and passionate guitar teacher who specialises in music production as well as audio engineering and has over half a decade of experience.

He lives to help and inspire others, firmly believing that music is an art form built upon self expression and connection, which cannot, and shouldn’t be graded by a stressful standardised test.

Music is a life long journey that allows every and anyone to take part, no matter your age, ethnicity or gender… if you can feel… you can play music.

His background in music production and audio engineering can also help anyone looking to create their own sound or learn to create a song from start to finish.

Brandons lessons will be focused on the individual and their needs, going with the flow and taking things step by step, whilst also having a good time.

Musical Achievements:

RSL Level 3 Extended Diploma for Music Practitioners (Technology)
Mastering engineer for artists such as Tom Did It and tmdistant, which have been featured on BBC Radio One
Experienced Guitar Technician

Musical inspirations: Led Zeppelin, Erykah Badu, John Coltrane, Fleshwater

MARU JOTA

Maru Jota is a passionate and experienced singer-songwriter, performer, and music educator with over 15 years in the industry. She holds a Master’s in Songwriting with Distinction from ICMP London and has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine.

Maru believes in nurturing creativity and confidence through music. With over a decade of teaching experience, she offers singing and guitar lessons that inspire students to develop their skills in a supportive environment.

As a performer, Maru has released two albums and continues to write and share her music. Her teaching approach is student-centered, focusing on individual growth and musical expression.

Musical Achievements:

Master’s in Songwriting with Distinction from ICMP London
Featured in Rolling Stone Magazine
Released two albums as a solo artist
Over 10 years of experience teaching singing and guitar

Musical Inspirations: The Beatles, Bob Marley, Mercedes Sosa

VINCENZO LO VASCO

Vincenzo’s musical journey began at age 12 with the classical guitar, igniting a lifelong passion for music. In 2020, Vincenzo elevated his artistry by enrolling at the prestigious Rock Guitar Academy in Milan. There, he studied under Mattia Tedesco.

Professionally, Vincenzo works as a session guitarist and he is currently pursuing a degree in Popular Music Performance at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP). He has performed with the "Lords of The Sound" orchestra during their recent European tour and is a member of the live band of “Vocal Icon Choir”.

Specializing in pop, rock, funk, and fingerstyle guitar, Vincenzo brings a unique blend of versatility and artistry to every project he undertakes.

In addition to his performance career, Vincenzo is an experienced educator. He offers instruction in music theory, technique, repertoire development, sight-reading for guitarists, sound design, and stylistic versatility. His teaching approach is tailored to help students achieve their musical goals, whether they are beginners or advanced players.

Musical Inspirations: Ritchie Blackmore, Nile Rodgers, Tommy Emmanuel

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