Discover the realities of instrumental music teaching in the UK with ‘The Instrumental Music Teacher: Autonomy, Identity and the Portfolio Career in Music’. This insightful book from The Bookish Owl delves into the world of music educators who often navigate careers without formal training. Author Kerry Boyle examines how these individuals forge successful paths, their complex professional identities often leaning towards ‘musician’ or ‘performer’ despite teaching being their primary income source. Through lived experiences, this study challenges traditional views of professional musicianship, offering valuable insights for music education, career development, and undergraduate music students seeking to understand contemporary music careers. A must-read for understanding the evolving landscape of music pedagogy.