Frequently Asked Questions

Class sizes vary depending on student numbers and level of progress of individuals. The usual class contain between two and four students, except singing and piano.

Yes, please visit our Enrolment Menu to view Instrument Hire fees and information. 

For a complete list of fees, please visit our Fees page. 

You can enrol online, via email and at our Open Day on 31 January 2022 from 4-6pm at the Rangiora Town Hall Studios. 

Children can start learning musical instruments from the age of 4 however, this varies according to the instrument and the child’s readiness. The Academy, in consultation with the relevant tutor, can advise you on the best time for your child to begin lessons on a specific instrument.

Yes. While at this stage we do not have classes specifically for adults, we do have a number of adults learning individually with our tutors. Adults are also welcome to participate in our academy orchestra, if they have reached the required level.

Yes, we offer both group lessons and individual tuition. Please visit our Classes page for more information. 

Lessons are held at the Rangiora Town Hall, 303 High Street, Level One Studio suites.

All lessons take place  on Monday to Thursday between 3.30pm-7.30pm

Anyone who has reached the required level can join our orchestra whether they are taking lessons at the Academy or elsewhere. Please visit our Fees page for more information. 

We encourage parents to attend lessons, especially those who have younger children learning at the Academy; however, attendance is at the tutor’s discretion.

Your instrument, a notebook and pencil. For more information on what you will need, see refer to our Admissions page.