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Rachel Meerloo is a Tutor in Classical Double Bass at Leeds Conservatoire and a full-time double bassist with the Hallé Orchestra in Manchester. She discovered the double bass at age 11 through a London Philharmonic Orchestra outreach project and pursued professional training at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) and the Royal Academy of Music.
Her teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering technical excellence and musical expression while adapting to individual student needs. She maintains an active performance career, participating in international tours and collaborations with artists across genres—including appearances with Elbow and Muse—while mentoring young musicians through RNCM's 'Young Basses' program.
Rachel advocates for portfolio careers in music, balancing orchestral performance with educational work. Her orchestral expertise informs pedagogical approaches to ensemble playing, emphasizing collaborative musicianship and score preparation.
