Instrumental Tuition
What Instruments can my child learn?
Violin / Clarinet / Tuba Viola / Saxophone / Piano
Cello / Bassoon / Voice
Double Bass / Trumpet / Drums/percussion
Flute / French Horn / Recorder
Oboe / Trombone / Guitar (all styles -please remember to state which kind of guitar you want to learn)
What will it cost?
Tuition costs will vary from teacher to teacher but you can expect to pay approximately £150-£190 per term for ten x 30 minute individual lessons or £80-£100 per term for ten x 30 minute shared lessons.
What if my child wants to stop having lessons?
You must give half a term’s notice in writing to your child’s instrumental teacher if she or he wants to stop having lessons. If you fail to do this, you will be charged an extra half term’s fees.
Where can I get an instrument?
We have a limited number of instruments for hire at Saint Cecilia’s. The rate is £15-£20 per term. Parents must insure the instrument before it can be taken home. Other suppliers will be advised if we do not have enough in school. (Please note that pianos, keyboards, drumkits and guitars are not available for hire. Pupils learning the piano must have access to a piano or keyboard at home).
When and where will the lessons take place?
They will take place during the school day and also after school.
What type of lesson is right for my child?
Shared lessons:
- Ideal for beginners
- Lessons cost less
- Children can progress to individual lessons at a later stage
Individual lessons:
- Recommended after 1 or 2 years’ progress
- Essential for advanced pupils
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Application for Instrumental Tuition
Pupil’s Name______Date of Birth______M/F______
Instrument (if guitar, specify classical, electric or bass) ______
Type of lesson: Shared 30 min. individual45 min. individual
Name of Parent/Carer:______
Address: ______Telephone: ______
______Email: ______
Signature:______Date: ______
- Complete and return this section of the form to the Music Department at school.
- DO NOT SEND ANY MONEY WITH YOUR FORM.
- You will be sent an invoice giving clear details of how and when to pay.