Learn to play at The Academy

In October 2004, Playsomething launched "The Academy". An energetic alternative to traditional methods of learning to play a musical instrument, Academy numbers have swelled to over 500 students.

Tuition is available on Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Keyboards, Vocals and Harmonica within the Academy's teaching studios.

We also run a little musicians class for 4 to 6 years olds.


AcademyClasses are taught on a group basis with a maximum of 6 students per group. The emphasis very much being geared towards learning whilst having fun.

We believe that group classes put less pressure on an individual student and give the student the opportunity to benefit from learning within a group dynamic in which they also learn and gain experience from other members of their class.

The Academy boasts as many adults as children and caters for all budding musicians whatever the age.Classes are organised as much as possible on an age and ability basis.

Classes are 45 minutes in length and the class schedule mirrors the school term in that a term of lessons is 12 - 14 weeks long and will have half-term breaks and holiday breaks.

Towards the end of each term, selected students are organised into 'bands' who learn and rehearse a set of songs and work towards an end of term live performance to which family and friends are invited.

The Academy also runs several specialised Summer Holiday courses.

What The Academy offers

  • A fresh approach to music tuition
  • For students of all age groups and abilities
  • With the emphasis on learning in a group environment
  • Developing communication skills
  • Live performance
  • And above all....fun

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Who can join The Academy?

The Academy caters for students of all ages from 4 Years and above. You do not need any previous musical experience and you will be put into a class with others of the same .