Wind Instrument Courses for Beginners
Breathe life into music with City Lit’s beginner-friendly wind instrument courses. Whether you're interested in learning the flute, clarinet, saxophone, or another wind instrument, our supportive classes will help you get started from scratch.
Led by expert tutors, you’ll learn how to hold and care for your instrument, develop sound production, and play simple tunes. You’ll also be introduced to basic music reading and rhythm, all in a relaxed and encouraging environment.
No prior experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to try something new.
Explore our wind courses for beginners and take your first step into the world of wind instruments.
- Recorders: return to playingCourse start date: Mon 12 May 2025 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Layil BarrDiscover the joy of this delightful instrument. Learn the basics of fingering and articulation to play melodies both in unison and in ensemble. Please bring your own descant and/or treble. Break week: 26 May 2025.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £125.00 - Saxophone tasterCourse start date: Sat 26 Jul 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: David HarrisonDiscover how a saxophone class works, and learn about embouchure, breathing, and fingering. Bring your tenor or alto saxophone to this session.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Clarinet 1ACourse start date: Mon 15 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: George SleightholmeLearn the basics of playing clarinet in a friendly environment, using a range of fun music. Suitable for complete beginners. Break week 27th October 2025.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £153.00 - Flute 1ACourse start date: Thu 18 Sep 2025
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Pamela Pecko SmithBeginners can enjoy learning to play the flute in a supportive, friendly atmosphere. Develop embouchure, instrumental sound, listening skills and music reading. Continues to Flute 1B next term. Break week 30th October 2025.
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