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Violins, Guitars and Trumpets – Oh My!

Instrumental music lessons help children develop the skills to play an instrument, either individually or in a small group. Singing tuition offers the same focused support for the voice. In-school lessons give pupils a regular opportunity to work with a tutor alongside their wider music education.

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How lessons work in school

Sing Education Tuition provides instrumental and singing lessons in school. Families register for the available lessons, and our team handles parent billing and the timetable.

The tutor supports each pupil’s progress, with termly updates for families. Ask which instruments and lesson formats are available at your school before registering.

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Keep tuition connected to wider music

Additional tuition gives children time to develop their own interests and technique. It sits alongside class music rather than replacing the school’s curriculum provision.

Explore Sing Education Tuition at our Tuition page. Schools can discuss setting up a programme through our contact page.

Related guide: read about choosing an instrument for your child.

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Bert Routledge
Bert Routledge is Co-Founder and Director of Tuition at Sing Education. Bert leads Sing Education Tuition, helping pupils take their music further through instrumental and singing lessons. He guides the programme’s development, with a focus on excellent teaching and a positive experience for families. As a founder, he also helps shape Sing Education’s brand and how we share our work.
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