What we offer
For information on specific courses, see the following:
Class Tuition
Numbers 2-4 students per class
Duration: 30 minutes
Suited to beginners in their first 1-2 years of tuition.
Duration: 30 minutes
Suited to beginners in their first 1-2 years of tuition.
private TUITION
Numbers: One on One
Duration: 20 or 30 minutes (longer lessons can be organised by arrangement)
As students progress, they increasingly need an individualised programme to nurture their musical interests.
To cater for this, students can be enrolled for one-on-one tuition for an additional cost. For the individual tuition option and fees, see our Fees page.
Duration: 20 or 30 minutes (longer lessons can be organised by arrangement)
As students progress, they increasingly need an individualised programme to nurture their musical interests.
To cater for this, students can be enrolled for one-on-one tuition for an additional cost. For the individual tuition option and fees, see our Fees page.
Instrumental & Singing Lessons
Note: Lesson days are subject to change according to tutor availability.
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CELLODay: Thursday
A bass string instrument with a strong, resonant character. It provides the foundation for the string section of the orchestra as well as various chamber ensembles. With a range of over 4½ octaves, it also makes a magnificent solo instrument. |
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CLARINETDay: Wednesday
The most colourful member of the woodwind family, with a broad range in pitch, dynamics and sonority. The clarinet is adapted to a wide range of styles, and its technique can also be applied to the saxophone. |
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DRUMSDay: Wednesday
The drums form the foundation of many styles of popular music. This course follows the ‘Drumsense’ programme, where students begin by playing basic rock beats and fills using correct stick technique. |
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FLUTEDay: Thursday
One of the most popular woodwind instruments with a wide repertoire stretching from the Baroque to the present day. The flute is also versatile, being used widely in classical, folk, jazz and rock music. |
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GUITAR: CLASSICAL/FINGER STYLEDay: Monday/Tuesday
This course covers all the basic techniques required for playing both classical and popular finger guitar styles, using a mixture of classical and popular tunes. The techniques learned can also be applied to the popular plectrum style of guitar and to bass guitar. This course requires a nylon-strung guitar. |
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GUITAR: ROCK/PLECTRUM STYLEDay: Thursday
The essential instrument for playing most rock music, the electric guitar is used as both a rhythm (mainly chords) and lead instrument (think guitar solos). Both of these fundamental playing styles will be covered in the course. |
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PIANO/KEYBOARDDay: Monday/Tuesday
Students are taught individually for piano and in groups of three for keyboard. Classes are for adults and children and can be used as a preliminary to learning an orchestral instrument, as a means of acquiring keyboard skills, or for developing good overall musicianship. |
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RECORDERDay: Thursday
The recorder is known to have existed since as early as the 12th century, and by the Renaissance period it was available in several sizes, with recorder consorts a common feature of musical life. In modern times the instrument has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity. Classes will be dependent on numbers. |
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SAXOPHONEDay: Wednesday
This instrument needs no introduction. While most often heard in jazz, rock and pop music, the saxophone is also used increasingly in classical music. |
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SINGINGDay: Monday
In this course, students choose a combination of musical theatre, jazz, rock-and-roll and modern contemporary music. The emphasis is on vocal technique, rhythm and performance. As well as group singing, students will be encouraged to perform solo. |
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TRUMPETDay: Not currently offered
The trumpet is an instrument of power and brilliance, but also one of great subtlety. It is equally at home in jazz, classical and some forms of pop. |
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VIOLIN / violaDay: Tuesday/Thursday
The violin is the glamorous member of the string family, offering a huge variety of music-making opportunities. It is in great demand as an orchestral, chamber and solo instrument, as is the viola, which is lower in pitch. |
SUZUKI METHOD
The Suzuki Method follows the Mother Tongue approach to learning, the way all people learn to speak, through listening and mimicry. When using the Suzuki method to learn to play a musical instrument, pieces are learnt through listening first before playing. Parents attend lessons and supervise the practice at home. This creates a triangle of commitment between teacher, child and parent. An adult or older student can also learn with the Suzuki method. Music reading begins when aural and instrument skills are established.
Normal class fees apply, which includes membership of all academy group activities. Violins are provided at no extra cost. The Academy also has a Suzuki trained Cello teacher.
Normal class fees apply, which includes membership of all academy group activities. Violins are provided at no extra cost. The Academy also has a Suzuki trained Cello teacher.
Equipment you will need
AT THE LESSON
All students need to bring their instrument, music, a notebook and pencil to each lesson. Students will be issued with tutor books and other music from the Academy library at their first lesson.
It is also advisable that students learning an instrument or participating in one of our many ensembles are asked to be ready (with instruments tuned if possible) ahead of their class or ensemble time.
It is important that ALL parents collect their children from the music rooms following the lessons promptly. Children may wait quietly in the vestibule area however we encourage parents to attend lessons to help build your childs musical confidence.
The academy does not accept any responsibility for children left waiting upon completion of their lesson. Our vestibule area is a public space and therefore we ask that you make suitable arrangements for collection.
It is also advisable that students learning an instrument or participating in one of our many ensembles are asked to be ready (with instruments tuned if possible) ahead of their class or ensemble time.
It is important that ALL parents collect their children from the music rooms following the lessons promptly. Children may wait quietly in the vestibule area however we encourage parents to attend lessons to help build your childs musical confidence.
The academy does not accept any responsibility for children left waiting upon completion of their lesson. Our vestibule area is a public space and therefore we ask that you make suitable arrangements for collection.
AT HOME
In addition to the above, each student must own and bring their own music stand to rehearsal.
EQUIPMENT FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTS
For some instruments, additional equipment will be needed:
String players: Rosin, a spare set of strings at all times.
Cello players: a rock stop is essential for any performance or examination
Clarinet players: Cork grease and spare reeds at all times.
Guitar players: A spare set of strings (and picks—rock guitar) at all times. A guitar footstool is also recommended (especially for younger players) but is not essential.
String players: Rosin, a spare set of strings at all times.
Cello players: a rock stop is essential for any performance or examination
Clarinet players: Cork grease and spare reeds at all times.
Guitar players: A spare set of strings (and picks—rock guitar) at all times. A guitar footstool is also recommended (especially for younger players) but is not essential.