Messiah and Majesty: A Handel Celebration · Saturday 12 December 2026 · Free admission · Concert details
East London School of Classical Music, home
Lessons from age 5 to Adult. Beginners to Diploma

Tuition & Ensembles

Individual and group tuition for every level, taught by working musicians. Students follow a pathway from their first notes to Diploma, with music theory built into every instrument and regular chances to perform.

An orchestra's string section seen from above, with music on the stands

In person on Sundays, students can learn piano, violin, cello, flute, clarinet, saxophone, acoustic guitar or voice, alongside music theory and orchestra. Online classes in piano, violin, flute and music theory run Monday to Thursday for families who need flexible times.

As a non-profit, ELSCM keeps fees as low as possible. Families who cannot afford lessons, exam fees or an instrument can apply for a bursary.

What students learn

Instrumental & vocal pathways

Each pathway takes students from their first contact with an instrument through the grades to Diploma, with regular opportunities to perform.

The ELSCM Orchestra

Students from age 8 to adult play together, learning ensemble skills, listening, interpretation and concert preparation. External music students are welcome, and the orchestra is sometimes joined by the HACS Philharmonic Orchestra.

Music theory

Built into every instrumental pathway and also offered as a standalone subject.

Voice training

Vocal technique, breathing, pitch, diction and stage presence for singers of every level.

When we teach

Tuition & Ensembles schedule
Sundays from 10:00In-person lessons, theory and orchestra · Hyland House School
Mon–ThuOnline piano, violin, flute and music theory

Who it's for

Children from age 5, teenagers and adults, from complete beginners to Diploma.

Performances

Student recitals four times a year, plus the end-of-year ELSCM Concert with awards for grades 1–4 and 5–8.