About Instrumental Tuition
We are able to offer tuition for the following instruments:
Bass Guitar |
Oboe |
Bassoon |
Organ |
Cello |
Piano |
Clarinet |
Saxophone |
Classical Guitar |
Singing |
Double Bass |
Trombone |
Drums and Percussion |
Trumpet |
Electric Guitar |
Tuba |
Euphonium |
Viola |
Flute |
Violin |
French Horn |
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Organisation of Music Lessons
Lessons of 40 minutes’ duration are given weekly on a cycle of 30 throughout the academic year, charged at ten lessons per term. Occasionally, it may not be possible to fit in the full allocation of lessons in each individual term but the full 30 will be given during the course of the academic year or an appropriate refund given.
Owing to the Year 11 and Sixth Form pupils undergoing public examinations and study leave in the Summer Term the overall number of lessons given during the Autumn and Spring Terms may be more than the Summer Term. Extra lessons beyond the standard number will be billed separately.
Each pupil is issued with a Practice Book which also forms a way to communicate with parents. Daily practice is to be encouraged at home.
Termly Fees
At the start of each term you will receive an invoice direct from the visiting music tutor; which is payable before the lessons commence. The termly fee is £265 which covers ten lessons, for each instrument your child is learning.
Practical and Theory Examinations
Our teachers offer to prepare and enter pupils for Grades 1 through to Grade 8. The exam boards are: The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) and Rockschool (RSL).
Aural and Theory of Music
Teachers cover aural tests in instrumental lessons. A class is held for the theory of music, currently on Mondays between 8.00 – 8.30am in the Music School and also an advanced theory and aural class on Thursdays between 8.00 – 8.30am.
Instrument Hire
The School has a small selection of instruments which it rents to parents, but in most cases it will be necessary for parents to make their own hire/purchase arrangements prior to their child’s first lesson. We can supply details of competitive rental companies who also operate ‘buy as you hire’ schemes.
Need Instrument Advice?
If your child would like to play an instrument but is just not sure which one, Mrs Scarlett is available during morning break to discuss options direct with your child.
Discontinuation of Lessons
If at any point you wish tuition to cease, parents must give written notice of discontinuation to the Director of Music and to the instrumental teacher no later than the half term break for lessons to cease at the end of a term. Lessons can only be discontinued at the end of any given term and without due notice parents are liable for the fees for the forthcoming term.
Extra-Curricular Musical Activities
Whether a pupil learns an instrument at John Lyon or outside school, we encourage all to join at least one of our numerous ensembles and choirs. Our current list of Music activities is below.
Monday
Activity |
Time |
Venue |
Activity run by: |
Year 7 Choir |
1.00 – 1.20pm |
Boyd Campbell Hall |
Mr Furniss |
R&B Group |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Music Hall |
Mr Marshall |
Music Theory Class |
4.05 – 4.45pm |
Music Annexe |
Miss Bloor |
Tuesday
Activity |
Time |
Venue |
Activity run by: |
Flute Choir |
10.50 – 11.15am |
Boyd Campbell Hall/Music Annexe |
Mrs Evans |
Brass Ensemble |
10.50 – 11.15am |
Music Annexe |
Mrs Molins |
Motet Choir (full choir) |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Music Hall & Annexe |
Mr Jones |
Chamber Orchestra |
4.05 – 5.00pm |
Boyd Campbell Hall |
Mr Jones & Mr Furniss |
Wednesday
Activity |
Time |
Venue |
Activity run by: |
The Pride of Lyon’s |
8.00 – 8.30am |
Music Hall |
Mr Jones |
Concert Band |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Boyd Campbell Hall |
Mr Furniss |
Guitar Ensemble |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Music Hall |
Mr Rao |
Percussion Ensemble |
4.05 – 5.00pm |
Music Hall |
Mr Huntington |
Music Clinic |
4.05 – 4.45pm |
Music Annexe |
Mr Furniss & Mr Jones |
Thursday
Activity |
Time |
Venue |
Activity run by: |
Advanced Music Theory/Aural Class |
8.00 – 8.30am |
Music Hall |
Mr Jones |
Jazz Band |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Music Hall |
Mr Marshall |
String Ensemble |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Boyd Campbell Hall |
Mr Furniss |
Friday
Activity |
Time |
Venue |
Activity run by: |
Motet Choir (sectional) |
1.00 – 1.30pm |
Music Hall |
Mr Jones |
Rock Jam Sessions |
4.05 – 5.00pm |
Music Hall |
Mr Rao |
Music Summary
There are frequent opportunities to perform throughout the year. The Music School has a busy annual calendar including:
- Chamber recitals; pupils can try out their examination pieces in our solos concerts
- Piano and vocal recitals at outside venues
- House Singing
- House Music Competition
- Commemoration Concert; which combines musicians of John Lyon and Harrow School in celebration of our founder, John Lyon
- Christmas Concert
- Workshops and masterclasses
- Junior Music Day; which includes children taking part from local schools
- Annual musical
- Cathedral choral visit and Evensong
- Ensembles Concerts
Music Facilities
- Music School with performance hall, which houses a Steinway Model D concert grand piano
- Eight teaching/practice rooms
- Music Technology Studio
- Modern recording studio
- Classroom equipped with latest Macs and a Yamaha grand piano
- Boyd Campbell Hall with a Steinway Model B concert grand piano