An all-round musician and award-winning guitarist, Orlando Bonzi is the co-founder of Music & Life, bringing decades of international experience as a guitarist, vocalist, composer and educator. Originally form Paraguay & Brazil, Orlando has built an acclaimed career performing, recording and teaching across Europe, Asia, North and South America.

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Renowned for his expressive guitar playing, distinctive voice and exceptional musicality, Orlando is a versatile artist whose work spans Jazz, Fusion, Brazilian music, Latin, Funk, Blues, Rock, Pop, R&B and South American folk traditions. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with internationally respected musicians including Filó Machado, Marcelo Mariano, Raul de Souza, Gary WIllis, Gergo Borlai, Jeff Ballard and Perico Sambeat.

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In recognition of his musicianship, Orlando was awarded a prize in the Rhythm/Accompaniment category of the prestigious Lee Ritenour International Guitar Competition in 2018. He also holds a BA (Hons) in Music. 

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As founder of Music & Life, Orlando is passionate about inspiring musicians of all ages and abilities. Through lessons, workshops, performances and community events he combines world-class professional experience with a warm and encouraging teaching style, helping students develop strong technique, creativity, confidence and a lifelong love for music.

A versatile violinist, pianist, composer and educator, Yanice Bonzi is the co-founder of Music & Life. Classically trained from the age of four in Hong Kong, she has built an international career that bridges classical excellence with contemporary performance, inspiring musicians of all ages through teaching, performance and community engagement.

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Yanice began her professional career with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra before becoming an in-demand session and touring violinist in the industry. She has performed and recorded alongside internationally acclaimed artists including Robin Gibb, Laura Fygi and the "King of Cantopop" Jacky Cheung, touring internationally for almost two years as his featured solo violinist. During this time, she performed at world-renowned venues including Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and the Air Canada Centre in Toronto.

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Alongside her performing career, Yanice continued to develop as a contemporary artist. She pursued postgraduate performance studies at the prestigious Berklee College of Music on scholarship.

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As an educator, Yanice combines outstanding technical knowledge with encouragement, helping students build confidence, strong musicianship and expressive performance skills. A certified Suzuki Method teacher, she is passionate about nurturing every student's individual musicality, creativity and character.

Christine Kim is an exceptionally versatile singer and actress, known for her warm, expressive voice and outstanding musicality. She has performed at some of the UK's most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall, Sadler's Wells Theatre and the Susie Sainsbury Theatre alongside National Opera Theatres across Europe, building a distinguished career spanning musical theatre, opera and contemporary performance.

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Christine holds a Master's degree in Musical Theatre from the Royal Academy of Music. She also completed specialist training in Teaching Performing Arts at Mountview, furthe developing her skills as an educator and a mentor for aspiring vocalists and performers.

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With expertise in Bel Canto, Estill Voice Training and phonetics, Christine teaches students to develop healthy, efficient vocal technique while encouraging expressive, confident performance. Her broad musical background enables her to coach singers across a wide range of styles, including classical, musical theatre, pop and jazz, tailoring each lesson to the individual goals and abilities of every student.

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Passionate about helping singers unlock their full potential, Christine creates a supportive and inspiring learning environment where students can build confidence, refine their vocal technique and develop their own unique artistic identity. 

Franklin Tam is an accomplished classical pianist, collaborative musician, conductor and educator with international experience spanning Asia and Central Europe. Born in Indonesia and educated primarily in Hong Kong, Franklin holds a Master's degree in Kodály Music Pedagogy from the prestigious Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music - Kodály Institute in Hungary, graduating with highest honours, following his undergraduate studies in music at Hong Kong Baptist University.

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As a versatile pianist, Franklin has performed extensively with choirs, orchestras, vocalists and instrumental ensembles at renowned venues and festivals including the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing and the MRF Praha Music Festival in Prague. His experience as a collaborative pianist and his training in both orchestras and choral conducting have developed a highly responsive and expressive musical approach that enriches both his performances and his teaching.

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Passionate about nurturing the next generation of musicians, Franklin combines outstanding musicianship with internationally recognised teaching methodologies. His specialist training in the Kodály Method alongside his ongoing Suzuki Piano Teacher Training allows him to deliver engaging, structured and child-centred lessons that develop strong technical foundations  and confidence.

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Whether teaching complete beginners or more advanced pianists, Franklin is dedicated to creating an encouraging learning environment where every student can develop a lifelong appreciation for music while reaching their full potential.

Theodore Baujard is an accomplished cellist and dedicated music educator with an international background in classical performance. Originally from France and now based in London, he is currently completing an Artist Diploma at the prestigious Royal College of Music, having previously earned both his Bachelor of Music and Master of Performance there. Before moving to the UK, he received extensive training at the Conservatoires of Cannes and Nice, developing a strong technical and artistic foundation from an early age.

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As an orchestral and chamber musician, Theodore has performed at some of the UK's most renowned concert venues, including the Royal Albert Hall and the Royal Festival Hall, working with distinguished conductors and ensembles such as the Royal College of Music Symphony Orchestra, the All Souls Orchestra, and collaborative projects with members of the internationally acclaimed Chamber Orchestra of Europe. He has also performed extensively as a chamber musician throughout London and Europe and is a prize winner of both the La Clé d'Or Competition and the Des Lyres et des Arts Competition in Paris.

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Alongside his performing career, Theodore is passionate about inspiring the next generation of musicians. He tailors each lesson to the individual needs and goals of his students, combining strong technical foundations with an encouraging and supportive teaching style. Whether teaching beginners or more advanced cellists, Theodore is committed to helping every student build confidence, develop expressive musicianship, and enjoy a lifelong appreciation of music.

Dunni O. is a versatile guitarist, musician, and teacher with a particular passion for Blues, Soul, and folk. He holds a BA(Hons) in Music and has extensive experience performing, teaching, and working with musicians of all ages and abilities. Recently, Dunni has toured throughout England and Northern Ireland, accompanying a singer and violinist in a variety of live performance settings.

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As a teacher, Dunni is passionate about helping students develop both their technical skills and their confidence as musicians. He takes an encouraging, adaptable approach to teaching, tailoring lessons to each student’s interests, goals, and level of experience. Whether a student is picking up the guitar for the first time, developing their playing, or looking to explore a particular style, Dunni aims to make learning practical, enjoyable, and inspiring.

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Alongside his teaching and performing, Dunni works as a Music Director at churches, leading musicians and helping develop teams of performers. With his combination of formal musical training, professional performance experience, and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching, Dunni enjoys helping students discover their own musical voice and grow in confidence as guitarists.