Sumit Khati

Dedicated Music Educator and Guitar Specialist with 6+ years of professional teaching experience across schools and music academies.

Trinity College London

Grade 8 Guitarist with expertise in guitar performance, music theory, contemporary music, improvisation and ensemble training. Also have working knowledge of keyboard and percussion instruments, along with chord-based accompaniment. Experienced in creating engaging, student-centred lessons that develop musical skills, creativity, confidence and performance ability.

Guitar Tutor - Vama Music Academy - Bengaluru

(2025-04)

• Provide individual and group guitar lessons for beginner to advanced students.
• Teach guitar, chords, scales, rhythm, repertoire, theory and improvisation.
• Prepare students for performances and develop confidence, technique and stage presence.

Music Teacher / Guitar Instructor - Kurseong School of Music

(2021 - 2025)

• Provided structured guitar and music instruction across different skill levels.
• Taught guitar technique, music theory, rhythm, ear training, sight reading and performance.
• Prepared students for performances and introduced contemporary music, improvisation and lead guitar techniques.

Music Teacher - Victoria Boys School - Kurseong

• Taught music through practical and theory-based instruction.
• Developed students' musical skills, repertoire and performance confidence.
• Supported school music activities and student performances.

Music Teacher - West Bengal Forest Training School - Dowhill

• Provided music instruction and practical training.
• Guided learners in music fundamentals, guitar and performance-based activities.
• Contributed to musical and cultural programmes.

Music Teacher - Nalapad International School - Bengaluru

• Delivered practical and theoretical music lessons.
• Taught guitar fundamentals, chords, scales, rhythm, notation and repertoire.
• Prepared students for school performances and cultural programmes.

Bachelor of Arts - English Honours