Music Courses & Classes in London and Online
We offer a wide range of piano, singing and instrumental workshops from complete beginners to advanced standard, daytime, evening or weekend. We also offer music theory, music tech, history, choirs, orchestra and jazz ensembles.
Choosing your course
Based in the heart of Covent Garden, we have two Model D Steinway pianos, Yamaha acoustic pianos and two suites of digital pianos. Music students have access to practice rooms for the duration of their course and we use the latest versions of Sibelius, Logic and Max/MSP for our music technology courses.
Some of our courses are delivered online. For more information about our live online courses, please see our guide to online learning.
Expert tutors
Our classes are taught by professional performers and practitioners, many of whom also teach at leading London universities and music conservatoires. We also offer advanced piano masterclasses with visiting performers and professors each year. Please refer to individual course outlines for individual staff biographies.
Studying at City Lit
City Lit students have a proud history of learning an instrument or singing from scratch as well as studying more advanced courses such as music theory exams, and preparing for advanced piano diplomas. Many of our jazz students form ensembles together and we frequently organise concerts and recitals in and around Central London.
Find a course
Browse our range of music courses in London and online below to choose your perfect option: both complete beginners and returning students are equally welcome at City Lit.
- Sing with confidenceCourse start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Richard Hartley WilsonIf you are nervous of singing in public, scared to open your mouth or just want to know how your voice works, this course is for you. Classes are fun and cover a wide range of musical styles, so there is something for everyone.Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £143.00 Concession £116.00 - Keyboard harmony and improvisationCourse start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Simon AtkinsDevelop your analytical, melodic and harmonic understanding with the help of improvisation, covering a wide variety of styles. You'll become a more confident player as a result. It is possible to join a later module if you have appropriate skills. For players at Grade 5 and above.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Choral singing for pleasureCourse start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Richard Hartley WilsonWhether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this choral class will give you something to look forward to on a Monday. We sing many genres from musical theatre to pop plus more traditional pieces. This course is very popular, so booking early is essential.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00 - Choir at lunchtime
Course start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Richard Hartley WilsonCome and spend your lunchtime singing a range of music, in interesting choral arrangements. It's good for the mind, body and spirit. Sing music from across all genres, have fun and leave with a spring in your step. There's no better pick-me-up at lunchtime!Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00 - Piano/keyboards 1ACourse start date: Tue 26 Apr 2022 (and 8 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street (other locations are available)
Tutors: Sarha MooreThis is the beginning of our piano programme: suitable for absolute beginners to both piano and music-reading. This classic course is the perfect way to start your piano playing.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Piano/keyboards 1FCourse start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online (other locations are available)
Tutors: Ana Claudia MagalhaesThis is the final term of our beginners piano programme. For pianists who can play tunes and chords in simple keys, play legato and staccato and read music. For this course please buy your own copy of: Piano grade 1 pieces 21-22 from the ABRSM.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Ukulele: intermediateCourse start date: Thu 5 May 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Martin WheatleyIf you already play ukulele, come and learn new songs and tricks, chord theory, picking and split strokes, and apply these to popular and vintage tunes. Classes may include singing along!
Break week: 2nd June 2022.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Flute: advancedCourse start date: Fri 13 May 2022 (and 3 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Lindsey FillinghamThis online course is for flautists with at least 5 years training, or Grade 6+ standard, to advance their solo and ensemble playing in a variety of musical styles. The advanced class is fast-paced, and you need to be able to sight-read and play fluently from bottom C to top A.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £189.00 Senior fee £189.00 Concession £123.00 - Jazz vocal improvisationCourse start date: Sat 7 May 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Laura ZakianLearn some approaches to improvisation over jazz tunes, what to listen for and what to study. You should already be accustomed to singing in the jazz idiom. Develop the confidence and 'know how' that will enable you to enjoy improvising. A vital supplement to the jazz singing courses.
Break week: 4th June 2022.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £153.00 - Keyboard harmony and performance workshopCourse start date: Mon 9 May 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ricardo GosalboA practical workshop integrating keyboard harmony with piano performance skills. Taught in-person on a grand piano, this workshop is aimed at classical pianists at any level with a music theory standard of grade 5+ and good sheet music reading skills. We shall deepen our understanding of musical works by studying the harmonic constructs that underpin them, tackle the technical challenges they present, and explore how harmonic analysis can inform our interpretative choices.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £191.00 Concession £155.00 - Music production with LogicCourse start date: Wed 25 May 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Max La VillaLogic is the industry standard music production software for Apple Mac computers. Discover audio recording and processing, MIDI composition and recording and effective use of Logic’s own high quality software instruments.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £139.00 - Mixing and music production techniquesCourse start date: Tue 28 Jun 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Max La VillaIdeal if you know the basics but want your music to sound more polished and professional. Tips and tricks for mixing, using compressors, limiters, EQ, reverb and other devices. Examples will be given in a variety of software on Mac computers, although the course is equally suitable for users of other systems.Full fee £169.00 Senior fee £169.00 Concession £118.00
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