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From what age can a child start learning music?

From the age of 3-4 years old children can join in the group lesson of the "introductory music kindergarten". It's the best way to bring children to a first contact with music through playing, dancing, singing and participating actively in small bands with easy musical instruments. If a child insists in learning a specific musical instrument from that age, it's possible. And after a few years the child may also start, if he/she wants, voice lessons, specifically adapted for children's sensitive voices.

I'm old. Can I start now?

Of course! Thousands of people start at an old age (even retired people) and they're doing just fine! And of course they find out that it was worth it after all. Because the reward from the pleasure of playing music is much greater than the effort to learn.

Do I have to practice at home?

Generally yes. But you determine the duration of your practice. And of course the pace of your progress will be equivalent. Though it's good to know that a lot of people of any age having busy schedules have managed to learn music. Introductory music kindergarten doesn't require any practice at home. And voice lessons for modern singing also don't require practice at home or maybe just a little bit, at least at the first levels.

Do I have to have my own musical instrument?

Generally yes. But you can start without having your own instrument and practice with the school's instruments. And little by little it would be good for you to plan buying the instrument that you are taught, so that the "procedure" of your practice becomes easier. Your progress will be faster that way.

How long will it take till I become good in playing music?

It depends on you. Also the "good" is not the same for everyone. Generally speaking most students within 1-3 months can play their first easy songs decently. Improvement, however, depends on the quantity and quality of your practice.

Can I learn the songs that I like at your school?

Absolutely. But not only them. You should trust your teacher and let him/her lead you where you want to go. Through specific exercises and training you'll build the skills you need in order to be able to play the songs you like with ease. So the lesson is a combination of exercises and repertory.

Am I going to get a degree?

Yes, if you wish so. But you'll have to follow the specific program designated by the Ministry of Culture or London College of Music or the music-school (depending on the lesson) and succeed every year with your examinations.

The lessons are private or in groups?

Courses for learning a musical instrument or singing are private. Group lessons are attained by students whose goal is to get a degree. In this case there are some group lessons very helpful, for which attendance is obligatory in order to graduate. In groups are also taught the following lessons: Introductory music kindergarten, musical ensembles, choir and a few seminars held each school year.

In group lessons are children together with adults?

No. We split groups in terms of their level and age. So the same lesson is approached in a different manner depending on the age of the students involved.

How often should I come to the music-school and for how long?

It depends on the course and level. Individual lessons are usually once a week and last 45 minutes. We select the day and time together. In case you're aiming for a degree, you'll need to come one more time to attend the group lessons in theory. Also even if you're not aiming for a degree, but still you want to have more comprehensive knowledge, you may also join group lessons, apart from your individual one.

We are 2 friends. Can we have our lesson together?

Maybe yes. We've better talk about that in person. However from our experience we've found that each student encounters various difficulties in learning music, so in that sense maybe group lesson is not the best solution for your progress. But we could try if you want.

I want to be a professional in music. Can you help me?

Generally yes. We always help our graduates with advice, guidance, recommending people, informing them of jobs that have opened etc. However it doesn't mean that you should expect everything from us. "Apart from Athena move your own hand as well!" (in ancient Greek: "Sin Athina ke hira kini")