Children's Music Academy
Music Lessons in London
Children's Music Academy teaches music to children in Fitzrovia and in studios across Central London. Every lesson is one to one, taught weekly on a set day and time, and every child is matched to a teacher chosen for that child's age as much as for the instrument a toddler meeting the piano through musical games and a teenager working towards a grade are not the same lesson.Nine instruments are taught: piano, guitar, bass guitar, singing, violin, cello, flute, saxophone and drums. Lessons run for 20, 30, 45 or 60 minutes depending on age, and a child can start in any week of the year there is no need to wait for September, or for a term to begin.
The Academy was founded by British master pianist Celine Gaurier-Joubert, and its teachers specialise in teaching children rather than adults. Children are never judged or criticised. They are guided with patience and positivity, every milestone is celebrated, and lessons are matched to the level each child is at, so beginners and more advanced pupils alike progress at a comfortable pace.
Graded examinations with ABRSM and Trinity College London are available and entirely optional. Fees are paid monthly in advance.
Areas Served
- Fitzrovia, Marylebone, Soho, Mayfair, Bloomsbury, Covent Garden, Holborn, Clerkenwell, Westminster, St James's, Regent's Park, Marble Arch, Paddington, St John's Wood, Camden, King's Cross, Islington, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Chelsea, Kensington, South Kensington, Notting Hill, City of London, Central London
Highlights & Specialties
- One to one lessons only — never group classes
- Nine instruments: piano, guitar, bass guitar, singing, violin, cello, flute, saxophone and drums
- Teachers who specialise in teaching children rather than adults
- Each child matched to a teacher by age as well as by instrument
- Founded by British master pianist Celine Gaurier-Joubert
- Lessons in Fitzrovia (W1) and in studios across Central London
- Lesson lengths of 20, 30, 45 and 60 minutes
- Start in any week of the year — no need to wait for a new term
- Optional ABRSM and Trinity College London graded examinations
- Patient, encouraging teaching — children are never judged or criticised
- Lessons matched to each child's level and learning speed
Professional Associations & Certifications
- ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) — pupils are prepared for graded examinations
- Trinity College London — pupils are prepared for graded examinations
- Graded examinations are optional and chosen with each family
Contact Details
Products & Services
Piano lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreOur one-to-one piano lessons for children are designed to build strong musical foundations while keeping lessons enjoyable, encouraging and suited to each child's age and ability.
Beginners can develop confidence with the keyboard, reading music, rhythm and technique at a comfortable pace, while more experienced pupils can continue developing their repertoire and musicianship with an experienced teacher.
Weekly lessons take place in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute options available depending on age. Preparation for ABRSM and Trinity College London examinations is also available for pupils who wish to follow a graded pathway.
Beginners can develop confidence with the keyboard, reading music, rhythm and technique at a comfortable pace, while more experienced pupils can continue developing their repertoire and musicianship with an experienced teacher.
Weekly lessons take place in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute options available depending on age. Preparation for ABRSM and Trinity College London examinations is also available for pupils who wish to follow a graded pathway.
Guitar lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreChildren can learn acoustic, classical or electric guitar through friendly one-to-one lessons tailored to their interests, musical level and experience.
Our teachers help young guitarists develop good technique, rhythm, coordination and musical understanding while allowing plenty of room to explore the styles and songs that inspire them. Complete beginners are very welcome, as are children who have already started learning elsewhere.
Lessons are held weekly in Fitzrovia (W1) and other Central London studios, with lesson lengths of 20, 30, 45 or 60 minutes according to the child's age. Graded examination preparation can also be included where appropriate.
Our teachers help young guitarists develop good technique, rhythm, coordination and musical understanding while allowing plenty of room to explore the styles and songs that inspire them. Complete beginners are very welcome, as are children who have already started learning elsewhere.
Lessons are held weekly in Fitzrovia (W1) and other Central London studios, with lesson lengths of 20, 30, 45 or 60 minutes according to the child's age. Graded examination preparation can also be included where appropriate.
Bass guitar lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreBass guitar lessons offer children an excellent introduction to rhythm, groove and playing as part of a wider musical ensemble.
Whether the bass is your child's first instrument or an addition to guitar, piano or another instrument, lessons are adapted carefully to their level and musical interests. Pupils can develop timing, technique, listening skills and an understanding of how the bass works within different styles of music.
Weekly one-to-one lessons are available in Fitzrovia and across selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute sessions available depending on age and experience.
Whether the bass is your child's first instrument or an addition to guitar, piano or another instrument, lessons are adapted carefully to their level and musical interests. Pupils can develop timing, technique, listening skills and an understanding of how the bass works within different styles of music.
Weekly one-to-one lessons are available in Fitzrovia and across selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute sessions available depending on age and experience.
Singing lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreOur children's singing lessons provide a supportive introduction to healthy vocal technique, musicianship and confident performance.
Young singers are taught in an age-appropriate way, with careful attention to breathing, pitch, tone, rhythm and musical expression. Lessons are never about forcing a developing voice; instead, children are encouraged to discover what their voice can do naturally and confidently.
One-to-one tuition takes place weekly in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London locations. Lessons are available in 20, 30, 45 or 60-minute formats depending on age, and examination preparation can be offered where suitable.
Young singers are taught in an age-appropriate way, with careful attention to breathing, pitch, tone, rhythm and musical expression. Lessons are never about forcing a developing voice; instead, children are encouraged to discover what their voice can do naturally and confidently.
One-to-one tuition takes place weekly in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London locations. Lessons are available in 20, 30, 45 or 60-minute formats depending on age, and examination preparation can be offered where suitable.
Violin lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreLearning the violin requires patience, good foundations and the right guidance from the beginning. Our children's violin lessons introduce posture, bow hold, tone production, listening and music reading gradually and clearly.
Each pupil is taught at an appropriate pace, whether they are holding a violin for the first time or already progressing through established repertoire.
Lessons take place weekly on a one-to-one basis in Fitzrovia and selected Central London studios. Depending on the child's age and level, sessions are available for 20, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. ABRSM and Trinity College London preparation can also be incorporated where appropriate.
Each pupil is taught at an appropriate pace, whether they are holding a violin for the first time or already progressing through established repertoire.
Lessons take place weekly on a one-to-one basis in Fitzrovia and selected Central London studios. Depending on the child's age and level, sessions are available for 20, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. ABRSM and Trinity College London preparation can also be incorporated where appropriate.
Cello lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreOur cello lessons help children become comfortable with the instrument while developing good posture, technique, tone and musical confidence from the outset.
For younger beginners, particular care is taken to ensure that the instrument is appropriately sized and that playing feels comfortable rather than physically demanding. More experienced pupils can work on repertoire, reading, interpretation and broader musicianship.
Weekly one-to-one lessons are available in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute lesson options depending on age and level. Graded examination preparation is also available where suitable.
For younger beginners, particular care is taken to ensure that the instrument is appropriately sized and that playing feels comfortable rather than physically demanding. More experienced pupils can work on repertoire, reading, interpretation and broader musicianship.
Weekly one-to-one lessons are available in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute lesson options depending on age and level. Graded examination preparation is also available where suitable.
Flute lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreChildren learning the flute are introduced gradually to breathing, embouchure, tone production, fingering and music reading, with plenty of encouragement as their confidence develops.
Producing a clear sound can take time at the beginning, so our teachers work patiently and adapt each lesson to the child's age, physical development and experience. Pupils who already play can continue working on technique, repertoire and musical expression.
One-to-one flute lessons take place weekly in Fitzrovia and selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute sessions available according to age and level.
Producing a clear sound can take time at the beginning, so our teachers work patiently and adapt each lesson to the child's age, physical development and experience. Pupils who already play can continue working on technique, repertoire and musical expression.
One-to-one flute lessons take place weekly in Fitzrovia and selected Central London studios, with 20, 30, 45 and 60-minute sessions available according to age and level.
Saxophone lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreSaxophone lessons can introduce children to a wonderfully expressive instrument with a place in jazz, classical, pop and many other styles of music.
Beginners are guided through breathing, embouchure, tone, fingering, rhythm and reading, while pupils with previous experience can develop their technique, repertoire and musical fluency further.
Lessons are taught one to one by experienced teachers and take place weekly in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London studios. Session lengths of 20, 30, 45 and 60 minutes are available depending on the pupil's age and experience, with graded examination preparation available where appropriate.
Beginners are guided through breathing, embouchure, tone, fingering, rhythm and reading, while pupils with previous experience can develop their technique, repertoire and musical fluency further.
Lessons are taught one to one by experienced teachers and take place weekly in Fitzrovia (W1) and selected Central London studios. Session lengths of 20, 30, 45 and 60 minutes are available depending on the pupil's age and experience, with graded examination preparation available where appropriate.
Drum lessons for children
One to one, weekly · Fitzrovia, Central London
read moreDrum lessons are a lively and engaging way for children to develop rhythm, coordination, concentration and musical confidence.
Pupils learn directly on a drum kit, combining practical playing with listening, timing, technique and rhythmic reading. Beginners can start with the essential foundations, while more experienced young drummers can work on grooves, fills, repertoire and more advanced coordination.
Weekly one-to-one lessons are offered in Fitzrovia and selected Central London studios. Children can take 20, 30, 45 or 60-minute lessons depending on their age and level, with graded examination preparation available for those who wish to pursue it.
Pupils learn directly on a drum kit, combining practical playing with listening, timing, technique and rhythmic reading. Beginners can start with the essential foundations, while more experienced young drummers can work on grooves, fills, repertoire and more advanced coordination.
Weekly one-to-one lessons are offered in Fitzrovia and selected Central London studios. Children can take 20, 30, 45 or 60-minute lessons depending on their age and level, with graded examination preparation available for those who wish to pursue it.