Learn To Play An Instrument
There are loads of different musical instruments which you can learn and enjoy playing. Learning how to play an instrument is a good way to spend some of your free time and a valuable skill you can use for the rest of your life.
OK, getting started can be a bit daunting and learning the basics can be boring, but if you put in a little effort, once you've got the basics sorted that's when things start to get interesting! As you start to sound better and can even start playing your favourite songs, you'll not only impress others but also impress yourself - you really feel a sense of accomplishment after learning to play your favourite music!
Instruments to learn
You can learn anything you want if you can find someone that teaches it. A good place to start though is learning through your school or local music centre.
In Kingston schools and music centres, the following instruments are on offer:
| Strings | Brass | Woodwind | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violin | Cornet | Recorder | Piano |
| Viola | Trumpet | Flute | Electronic Keyboard |
| Cello | French Horn | Clarinet | Drum Kit |
| Double Bass | Trombone | Saxophone | Voice (Singing) |
| Acoustic Guitar | Euphonium | Oboe | |
| Electric Guitar | Tuba | Bassoon |
Where you can learn
If you go to a Kingston school you can usually learn to play an instrument there during the school day. Certain schools may not offer particular instruments, though.
There are also three music centres in Kingston where you can learn after school or on Saturday mornings:
- Coombe Centre: at Coombe Girl's School runs on Saturday mornings.
- Fern Hill Centre: at Fern Hill Primary School runs on Tuesday evenings.
- Tolworth Centre: at Tolworth Girls' School runs on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
To start learning, you can pick up an application form from your school or school office or download one from below.
Or call Kingston Music and Arts Service on 020 8391 9248 for more info.
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Related External Links:
- Kingston Music and Arts Service (KMAS)
Kingston's service for offering music tuition, drama, dance and arts in the Borough.