Instruments
For ages 5+
Ukulele
Ukulele is the perfect instrument for kids under the age of 7 to learn!
Not only is it a great instrument on its own, but a fantastic introduction for those interested in guitar!
Music In Schools has seen so many lives brightened by this wonderful 4 string instrument, and with so many pop stars like Taylor Swift and Vance Joy now playing it, it's here to stay!
In lessons we will cover...
Learning about counting and patterns
Chords and notes
Different types of strums
Working to play together with others
Tricks to achieve the best possible sound and much more!
For ages 5+
Piano/Keyboard
Piano and Keyboard will always be one of the most popular instruments around. Music In Schools takes kids through the complete journey from beginner to an accomplished player and all the steps in between.
The keyboard is a great instrument to learn for both older kids and younger 5/6yr olds just starting their school life.
Dive into the wonderful world of music this year!
In lessons we will cover...
Reading music
Correct technique
Using both the right and left hands
Playing along with music/CD's/other students
Tempo, time signatures and much more!
Guitar
Having spent the better part of the past 18 years working with Guitar Students of all levels, Guitar Lessons have been the real backbone of Music In Schools.
In lessons we will cover...
How to read guitar music
Strumming patterns and styles
Counting time
Correct practice techniques
Chords, single-note melodies and much more!
For ages 6+
For ages 7+
Bass
Bass is hands down one of the coolest instruments on the planet! With Music In Schools, students have the opportunity to take part in weekly school bass lessons and learn such a fun and often overlooked instrument!
Not just for the boys! Some of the all-time best bass players are girls that started between the ages of 7-12
In lessons we will cover...
Reading Bass music/charts
Recognising tempo and timing of notes
Proper bass playing technique
Actually playing current popular songs
Playing along with others in a band style and much more!
For ages 7+
Drums
Our weekly lessons will cover all aspects of drumming required to take kids from absolute beginners to competent drummers.
In lessons we will cover...
How to read drum music
Common groove patterns found in R&B, Pop, Funk, Rock, Jazz and more
Counting time
Drum rudiments including paradiddles, flams, accents, double sticking and much more!
For ages 8+
Singing
Everyone is different and this is especially true for singers. Music In Schools works with kids on a weekly basis to help them develop good singing techniques while learning key fundamental practices.
Kids are also coached in letting their own personal style and X-Factor out while gaining real confidence and belief in themselves!
In lessons we will cover...
Breathing techniques
Proper singing posture
Learning to recognise pitch
Warm-up tips and exercises
How to approach and arrange your favourite songs and much more!