• Songwriting Courses Available
• All Instruments Taught
• Unique and Exclusive Musicianship Course
• Group Guitar Classes
• Adults and Children Welcome
• Flexi-time and ad hoc schedules available
• Choice of 25 world-class teachers
• Camden Campus only two minutes from the tube

Private Lessons

The Academy has the facility to teach all instruments and provide teachers who cover all ranges of genres. Book via email or over the phone. Weekly and fortnightly slots available. Adults welcome to book ad hoc.
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Lessons delivered in 30, 45, 60 or 90 minute slots by one of our 20 incredible teachers. See bottom of page for opening times.

Please note private lessons can not be booked online, please call or email to discuss your requirements. Terms & Conditions apply.

Exam boards supported include ABRSM, TrinityGuildhall, Rockschool and LAMDA. Audition preparation and college entry prep also available.

Please do not hesitate to ask for something obscure or seeminlgy impossible.... we will be able to provide and we do tailor our teaching to the individual!

The Musicianship Course

Unique to The Academy is the EDARA musicianship course, a syllabus we are championing as our piece-de-resistance - group classes which integrate an internal understanding and connection to music alongside the teaching of theoretical and technical knowledge. Those who graduate from this pioneering course will do so with the ability to understand everything they hear, compose, arrange and speak the language of music fluently.

Musicianship is the combination of skills that allow people to play, improvise and compose music by ear. It is sometimes referred to as 'musical sense; or 'having an ear for music'. Players with strong musicianship can play tunes immediately after hearing them, write down melodies and chords they hear in their head, or imagine a melodic phrase and play it instantly on their instrument. Musicianship combines ear training, music theory, technique, intelligence and creativity. It is the key to becoming a fluent musician. Musicianship teaches the skills that unlock the secret to musical success and enable you to read, compose and play with ease. The Academy teaches musicianship in a way that requires only your voice, ears and body to develop the instinctive recognition and understanding of a seasoned musician.

EDARA Guitara Group Classes

A new approach to group guitar classes... using our unique and exclusive Edara Musicianship Method... The class is designed for those already on the musicianship course who have an understanding of the language but is open to all aspiring guitarists. Promoting vertical learning, the class is open to both adults and children and runs every Saturday 2.30pm - 3.30pm for just £9.60 per week!

Next term begins Saturday April 20th, please book in advance to secure your place. This is not a drop in class.

The Academy Statement and Ethos

The Academy creates musicians. Born out of a belief that music is for everyone and developed to challenge those who disagree. We strive to commit every music lesson to enhancing, inspiring and teaching the next generation of musicians.
We teach according to individuals' needs and desired outcomes, whether that be taking lessons as a recreational activity, passing music examinations or becoming a professional musician.
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The company resides in a four storey building in the heart of Camden (London) complete with Grand Piano, Music Rooms, Dance Studios (for hire), Cafe and a state-of-the-art Recording Studio.
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Through its doors walk budding young musicians, aspiring singer/songwriters and rising stars. A hub of creativity, passion and ambition - the atmosphere is electric and inspiring; an infectious place to work, learn, teach and create.
Ensembles, bands, choirs and performance troupes are the catalysts behind the musical energy of The Academy. Regular concerts and gigs take students out of the classroom and onto the stage; performance (we believe) being at the heart of every musicians' success.
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Unique to The Academy is our musicianship course, a syllabus we are championing as our piece-de-resistance - group classes which integrate an internal understanding and connection to music alongside the teaching of theoretical and technical knowledge. Those who graduate from this pioneering course will do so with the ability to understand everything they hear, compose, arrange and speak the language of music fluently.

The Academy has witnessed the inspired and passionate teaching of some of the country's most sought after musicians and nurtured many a young musician through their musical journey. More than just providing an education, (albeit an education which challenges current preconceptions of the music institution), The Academy encourages an all-encompassing experience of the music industry. A world behind the doors of number 15 Pratt Mews where everyone is invited to connect, learn, teach, perform, write, create and succeed together.

Charged with raising the bar in the world of musical education and setting new bench marks, The Academy Team will stop at nothing to provide and achieve excellence. Expect great things from the knowledgeable, inspired and musical bunch who are driving their remarkable ethos forward.

Group Singing - Weekly Vocal Masterclasses

Wednesdays 7.30pm - 8.30pm (Int/Adv) £9.60 / session
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Open to all aspiring singers, no entry requirements but must be over 16!
Please email to confirm your place. This is not a drop in class.

Classes address vocal techniques including breathing techniques and a whole array of repertoire selected to enhance the use of vocal techniques taught in the first part of the class. Harmony work plays a big part and students are encouraged to explore 2, 3 and even 4 part harmony singing.

Classes are self contained and so do not follow on from one week to the next as a course would meaning you are not commited to a defined schedule.

Musical Workshop Experience

Musical Workshop Experience
Tues 14th - Fri 17th April, 10am - 4pm, Ages 8 - 18
Open to singers and instrumentalists of all levels and abilities.

A 24 hour course delivered over four days during the school holidays where all students will develop their musical skills learning how to play together, working on interplay, arranging songs, performing on stage, and learning how to communicate with the band and creating a relationship with the audience.

The workshop will be divided into two sessions. Singers only in the morning, to be joined by instrumentalists in the afternoon.

The morning singers sessions will work on singing technique, including awareness, working on the body, how to find a unique sound, choosing the right songs and keys, developing arrangements, communicating with musicians and how to create contact with the audience.

In the afternoons all the instrumentalists will join to play together, learn how to work on the interplay and how to develop arrangements, prepare a good performance and prepare a fantastic set list for your own gigs and shows!

The workshop will be delivered by the wonderful, award-winning, internationally renowned Marta Capponi!

The workshop will run 10am to 4pm Tuesday 14th April to Friday 17th April Inclusive. Open to all singers and instrumentalists aged 8 to 18.

The fee for singers is £165 and £100 for instrumentalists

Trading Since

2011