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.
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. |
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. |
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. |
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.