Joseph
Delaney
Our Introduction
A passionate multi-instrumentalist and music educator with a lifelong love for music. From piano to bass guitar, he teaches with patience, purpose, and deep experience empowering students of all abilities to achieve their musical goals.
“Music produces a kind of pleasure which human nature cannot do without. It has the power to ease tension, to calm the mind, to encourage creativity and reflection. Without music, life would be flat, empty, and devoid of spirit.”
- Confucius
What We Offer!
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Structured Lessons
Structured lessons covering Grades 1 to 8, including scales, sight-reading, practical exams, online lessons and private in person lessons
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Inclusive Learning Environment
Supportive lessons for children, adults, and learners with additional needs or impairments.
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Multi-Instrument Instruction
Personalized teaching for piano, drums, pipe organ, violin, acoustic guitar, and bass guitar.
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Experienced & Passionate Teaching
Guidance from a seasoned musician, organist conductor with a background in performance, liturgical music, mentoring, and music sessions.
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Our Services
Music Tuition Service
One-on-one lessons tailored to your pace, level, and musical goals from beginners to advanced learners.
Teaching Children, Students & Adults
Patient, inclusive instruction for all ages, with flexible methods to suit each learner’s unique needs and background.
ABRSM Exam Preparation
Comprehensive training for Grades 1–8 in performance, exam pieces, scales, and sight-reading helping you succeed with confidence. with the grade 8 certificate distinction presented by Joshua Ler, Piano Teacher.
Discography
Joseph Delaney’s musical journey is deeply personal and reflects his lifelong passion for creating, teaching, and performing music. His original compositions and recordings showcase both his technical ability and emotional depth.
His solo album, Obsessions in My Head, is a powerful body of work exploring life’s challenges, triumphs, and creative spirit through a unique blend of musical theatre, opera, pop rock, film score, and spiritual genres. Each track is an intimate story that highlights his versatility as a composer, performer, and freelance music tutor.
One of his most emotional compositions captures the loneliness many experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic — a song about the ache of separation and the quiet hope that music can bring. The track, St. Corona, pays tribute to resilience and faith in difficult times.
In addition to his solo work, Joseph was the main keyboard player for the genre-blending band Mighty Fine, a pop-rock and hip-hop group based in Port Glasgow. Together, they recorded four original tracks at the former Wildtrack Studios in Devol Industrial Estate, producing a vibrant, collaborative sound that reflects his passion for high-quality music tuition and creative teamwork.
His travels with Limelight introduced him to music for special needs and mentoring, teaching percussion and music in Oxgangs, Edinburgh, where the band performed for a special needs school. Mentored by former Artistic Director Gordon Dougall — founder of Sounds of Progress (now Limelight Music) — Joseph deepened his understanding of music mentoring for autistic children, using rhythm and melody to build confidence and connection.
Pictured: me at The Fairful Collection Cafe, Paisley — a favourite memory from a few years ago playing piano in their lounge. This was the outfit I wore at the time. They no longer have the piano there.
He also brought his teaching to a Catholic primary school in Linwood, leading staff sessions on creative education, and later worked one-to-one as a music tutor for adults with autism in Foxbar, Paisley. These experiences inspired his approach to tailored lessons for children and adults alike, designed to support emotional growth and self-expression through music.
Joseph credits Enable Scotland in Greenock for guiding him early in his career. It was at the former Devol Centre, Port Glasgow, that he met Gordon Dougall and earned a place in Sounds of Progress after an impromptu keyboard performance. Not long after, he taught bass guitar to an adult with Down syndrome — an experience that shaped his passion for inclusive music education and as a music facilitator for special needs. During my time with Limelight I worked on composing music and percussion for special needs adults at a day centre alongside a Music Therapist.
His musical ability also led him to perform with the jazz trio The Clyde Stompers — saxophone, drums, and Joseph on keyboard — for local events such as housing estate openings in Dunfermline. He’s also entertained audiences at the former Unity Club in Port Glasgow, playing Children by the late Robert Miles producer and Trance musician for a retirement party for the late beloved ice-cream man Johnny Coia.
Thanks to Values into Action Scotland, Joseph’s journey expanded into event work at venues across Scotland, including the Ayr Races, Renfrew gala events, Glasgow Green, the Tour of Britain, and football matches at Stirling Albion F.C., Ibrox, Parkhead, and St Mirren F.C.
Today, Joseph continues to grow his discography while teaching piano, violin, bass guitar and acoustic guitar every Wednesday,Thursday at Melrose Music School Stepps, Scotland. I can also teach as an online music tutor and expert in ABRSM exam preparation, he helps students build skill, confidence, and artistry — proving that music is not only performance but also listening, education, and connection.
Join us at Stepps Melrose Music School for an exciting opportunity to learn Ariana Grande, Dangerous Woman! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, our friendly instructors will help you through the notes and rhythms that bring this delightful melody to life. Don't miss out on the chance to your musical skills while celebrating this pop artist's jazzy song! Sign up today and let your creativity shine!
Notable Performance & Collaboration.
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Over the years, I have performed on a range of keyboards and digital pianos, including the Korg Trinity, Roland, Casio and Yamaha. These instruments have accompanied me in concerts, audition showcases, intimate venues and large theatrical productions, allowing me to explore classical, popular, electronic and cinematic music.
The 25th Anniversary Tour of The Steamie in 2012. I was the musical director, with director Tony Roper.
Tron Theatre Production at the passing on of Bob Carr who I worked with in Jack and the Beanstalk in 2001. Starred in Film Lassie 2005.
Special guests, the late Gerard Kelly and various other celebrities, Compered by Comedian, Karen Dunbar.
Image Queen Tribute band Paisley. Made up version of James Watt College students. Greenock.
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Old St. Andrew's Hall, Greenock Christmas Concert, played keyboard Christmas pensioners dinner. Alongside compere.
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Stars of Tomorrow Semi-finals, Port Glasgow Town Hall,
Compere Archie McCulloch.
Megastars Compere Eric Forbes, Gamble Halls, Gourock, Semi Finals. Final Contest, Greenock Town Hall.
Andy Cameron, Michael Barrymore, Archie McCulloch, Cowan Turner and Eric Forbes performed in front of them. Edinburgh Film House. Speakeasy band. 2002. The late Bob Brown, guitarist, Claire Cunningham, vocals and me on keyboard. Image.Without a Trace. Award wining musicsl director. Hilary Brooks.
Megastars, Compéré: Eric Forbes. Versatile musician, Musical Director, Cowan Turner Stars of Tomorrow and Megastars. I previously performed on keyboards incidental music at Clydebank Town Hall, Life, Stories and Dreams in front of Dave Anderson known as Mr McLelland in City Lights. Megastars image late Robert Miles Children.
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Personal tribute artwork; not affiliated with or endorsed by Yamaha Corporation.”
Scottish Opera, I was musical director touring Oban, Mull, Cumbarnauld and Glasgow.
School Project, Scottish Opera for all.
St Mirins Cathedral Choir accompanist on organ with chimes in St. Columba's Cathedral, Oban and played piano in the beautiful Iona Abbey and Nunnery in Iona.
Young Farmers Talent Spot 2009.
Composing You Know What I'm Thinking recorded at my house on Audacy app. About my time of thinking about becoming a vet.
BBC Scotland Radio Show, previous interview with Ricky Ross, singer of Deacon Blue on religious topics religious life.
Previously met Eddie Reader got pictures with her at my Graduation day on the 1st of July, 2010 at The Barony Hall, Glasgow. Former Holy Family Church Hall.
Port Glasgow. Christmas dinner 1990s. Entertained pensioners and accompanying singers.
Snowy background Let It Snow, that I performed at the Christmas dinner. With many other Christmas songs.
Previous photo reconstruction inspired by personal performance memories. Fictional musicians and venue. Not affiliated with or endorsed by The Beatles or any associated rights holder.
Previously on one occasion played Mick Jagger's electric piano in George Square 1999/2000.
Played at The Balmoral Hotel, Princess Street, Edinburgh, Mar Hall, Bishopton and Nardinis, Largs as
background pianist.
Image above me playing penny whistle Caledona, song- writer Dougie MacLean with backing track I recorded at home on my keyboard. Performed at The Bungalow, Paisley
Millennium Volunteers Bass Guitar Certificate
Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
Autism Awareness
Certificate
Introduction to British Sign Language Certificate
ABRSM Grade 5 Theory of Music
HND in Modern
Musicianship
ABRSM Grade 8 Piano Certificate – Distinction
BA in Applied
Music Degree
James Watt College, Certificate of Further and Higher Education, The Hugh Cox Memorial Award, presented 2003/2004.
Musicianship & Style
Joseph Delaney is a versatile and expressive professional musician, music mentor, and freelance music tutor known for his ability to perform both with and without sheet music. Whether directing choirs, accompanying soloists, or leading theatrical casts, Joseph brings a deep sense of musicality, intuition, and connection to every performance. His approach reflects the same principles that guide his high-quality music tuition and music enrichment for autistic children patience, creativity, and empathy.
He is particularly skilled in vocal harmony arrangement and conducting warm-ups for choirs, often leading sessions with church choirs and playing organ for the children’s choir once a month at St Aidan’s Church. Joseph has previously developed his conducting skills through online lessons with professional brass band and choral conductors, embodying the lifelong learning he encourages in his students.
Joseph’s personal style is shaped by a wide appreciation for genres, from musical theatre and opera to jazz, pop/rock, R&B, Scottish folk, and beyond. His influences include Taizé chants, rap, dance, techno, trance, sacred music, country, bluegrass, and Disney soundtracks. Inspired by artists like The Corries, Aly Bain, and Phil Cunningham, Joseph has also performed music from Foster and Allen, Vera Lynn, and Al Jolson.
This openness to all forms of music defines his teaching philosophy offering tailored lessons for children, expert ABRSM exam preparation, and music for special needs & mentoring that adapt to each learner’s style and goals. Whether in person or as an online music tutor, Joseph’s genuine enthusiasm for diverse musical expression continues to inspire both his students and collaborators.
Upcoming Events
St. Mirins Cathedral, Midnight MassWed 24 DecJohnstone
Stedfast Silver bandThu 18 SeptWestburn Church
Sounds of Progress bandMon 27 SeptGlasgow
What Our Past clients are saying
I performed in a spectacular show, by The School of Music. James Watt College, Greenock in Greenock Town Hall, a lot of talent from each Student and hard work in this past show. Sponsored by Cafe Continental, Fisher Trucks, Sound Control and former shop Adlib Music. I was thrilled to be a part of the band which made me grow in confidence for every singer and the musicians.
As Musical Director on The Steamie 25th Anniversary Tour, [Joseph] brought boundless energy, technical skill, and a deep sensitivity to the heart of the story. His ability to shape harmonies and bring out the best in both seasoned performers and newcomers alike was remarkable. He is that rare combination of musician, mentor, and magic-maker
My son has grown in confidence and musical ability since working with [Joseph]. His patience, encouragement, and tailored approach to music tutoring have helped him not only pass exams but fall in love with music.
He goes beyond just teaching notes he mentors with purpose and heart.