Harrogate Music School is a locally run team of highly motivated, skilled and enthusiastic teachers, where you and your children can feel at home while learning the skills to musically thrive. Most tuition takes place within the music block of Harrogate Grammar School from 3.45pm onwards, and we also offer online tuition, home tuition and tuition in Birstwith Church of England Primary School.
As a parent, you can be confident you have made a great choice with us.
Jan ’26
As we start another year of music, learning and growth, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible teachers who make Harrogate Music School such a special place. Their dedication, creativity and care shape every note and student experience. If you’d like to share a New Year’s thank you, please give your feedback using the Facebook or Google link below and remember to include your teacher’s name!
March ’26 We’ve enjoyed a really busy start to the year, welcoming many new young musicians and launching two new Guitar classes. There are spaces in our new drum and keyboard classes starting in April.
Life Long Learning
Why learn a musical instrument?
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We believe in equipping our students with the musical skills to be able to learn for the rest of their lives!
Improved Hand to Eye Coordination
Advanced Emotional & Creative Development
Socialisation & Teamwork
Improved Imagination & Concentration
Enjoyment
Relaxation Skills
At HMS, we empower students with analytical music thinking and self-improvement methods to foster independent and critical thinking skills. These attributes are essential for excelling in their chosen careers and fully embracing the joy of musical pursuits. Our commitment to a flexible learning approach ensures students can optimize their potential and master the foundational techniques needed for musical success.
Individual Music Tuition
We offer individual music tuition in a wide range of instruments catering for any age & ability, taught by highly skilled and experienced tutors.
We also offer low cost instrument hire for a huge range of instruments.
We have a number of established ensembles, choirs and group classes that encourage musical development for a range of abilities.
Benefits of Group Tuition
Offers an engaging and dynamic learning environment with peer interaction.
Encourages motivation and accountability among students through group support.
Creates opportunities for social connection and friendship building.
Provides cost-effective lessons with high-quality teaching.
Enhances student confidence and performance skills by playing in front of peers regularly.
Benefits of playing in an ensemble
Improving Social Skills: Working collaboratively with others in a group setting helps young musicians develop important social skills like communication, teamwork, and cooperation.
Enhancing Musical Skills: Playing in ensembles allows young musicians to hone their musical abilities by learning to listen, blend with others, and follow a conductor or leader.
Performing as part of a group can boost self-esteem and confidence in young musicians, as they receive support and encouragement from their peers.
Fostering Creativity: Collaboration with other musicians can inspire creativity and innovation, encouraging young musicians to think beyond their individual abilities.
Promoting Discipline: Being part of an ensemble instills discipline and dedication in young musicians, as they commit to regular rehearsals and performances.
Cultivating a Sense of Community: Group music making creates a sense of belonging and camaraderie among young musicians, fostering a supportive and inclusive community.
Overall, participating in ensembles or group music making not only enhances musical skills but also nurtures important life skills that can benefit young musicians both within and outside the realm of music.
There are regular events and performances from our students at a variety of venues across Harrogate. Recent performances have taken place at Harrogate Grammar School, St Wilfrid’s Church, Christ Church and Harrogate High School.
Following the tremendous success of our young string musicians at the recent Harrogate Competitive Festival for Music, Speech & Drama you have another opportunity to hear them in concert on 24th March ’26 at 6:45pm at the Wesley Centre, Harrogate. The link to purchase tickets is here https://buy.stripe.com/aFa8wO6QXbOT8eP4rrc7u0l
Further information in the poster.
Outstanding results so far at the March ’26 Festival include!
1st place for our Cello Choir and All Strung Out, our senior string ensemble, both ensembles gaining over 90%
1st and 3rd place in the Grade 1 and 2 String Category.
2nd place in the Grade 3 String Category.
1st and 2nd place in the Grade 4 and 5 String Category.
Watch our latest video of our Summer Charity Cello Concert
Past Student Achievements
National success
Many students represent national youth orchestras and bands such as the National Children’s Orchestra, National Youth Orchestra, National Theatre Orchestra, National Youth Brass Band and the National Youth Jazz Orchestra.
University & Conservatoire success
Students have graduated from us to study at many prestigious institutions including the Royal Northern College of Music, the Royal Scottish Academy of Music, Leeds Conservatoire, Trinity College London, the Guildhall College of Music & BIMM.
Academic success
Year on year we have consistently produced excellent music examination results, enabling students to chart their progress and enjoy their music making.
Winter concert 2pm start at Christ Church, Harrogate HG1 4SW
