Business Details
Music Lessons for All Ages in Wanstead
The Music School was founded with a clear mission: to bring the transformative benefits of music into everyday lives across Wanstead and beyond. As a Community Interest Company, we channel all profits back into the community to expand music-making opportunities. Our co-directors, Ljiljana Dimovska and Gabriel Armstrong, bring decades of combined experience in music education, having led departments across the UK and internationally. We operate from our physical space on Wanstead High Street, offering both in-person and virtual lessons tailored to individual needs. Our structured learning approach combines technical skill development with creative expression, ensuring students of all ages progress at their own pace.With a focus on inclusivity, we welcome beginners and advanced learners alike, providing access to high-quality tuition regardless of background. Our tutors are rigorously selected professionals who share a passion for nurturing musical talent. From early years classes to adult education, we create pathways for lifelong musical engagement. Community collaboration remains central to our work, with partnerships supporting local initiatives and wellbeing programs across care sectors. Whether you're starting your journey with a recorder or preparing for advanced exams, our environment fosters growth, creativity, and connection through music.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Tuition
Woodwind Instruction
Online Music Classes
Early Years Music
Trumpet Lessons
Drum Tuition
Flute Instruction
Keyboard Classes
Ukulele Lessons
Highlights and features
- Our tutors are experienced musicians and educators passionate about helping you learn
- We offer structured learning programs tailored to individual needs and abilities
- One-to-one teaching focuses on your personal musical goals and progress
- Relaxed learning environment combining technical skill with creative expression
- Community events provide performance opportunities and musical connections
Associations and certifications
- DBS Certified
What people say
Amazing teachers
Achieved a distinction
Lots of fun
Kind and patient
Good practice time
Services
Piano & Keyboard Lessons
Our piano and keyboard programs develop technical proficiency while nurturing musical creativity. Students explore diverse genres from classical to contemporary, learning to play melodies, harmonies, and bass lines simultaneously. With structured curricula and flexible pacing, both children and adults progress from foundational skills to advanced techniques. Our tutors adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles, ensuring engaging lessons that build confidence and musicality.
Guitars & Ukulele Lessons
From first chords to complex solos, our guitar and ukulele instruction covers acoustic, electric, and classical styles. Beginners start with basic techniques while experienced players refine advanced skills. We offer specialized programs for rock, pop, and classical genres, with opportunities to join ensemble groups. Our small class sizes ensure personalized attention while fostering collaborative music-making experiences.
Woodwind Instruments
We provide comprehensive tuition for saxophone, clarinet, flute, and recorder. Our experienced instructors guide students through instrument selection, breathing techniques, and repertoire development. Young beginners start with foundational skills while older students progress to advanced performance pieces. Regular group sessions create opportunities for ensemble playing and musical collaboration across different wind instrument families.
Early Years Music
Our Colourstrings Music Kindergarten introduces infants to five-year-olds to musical concepts through singing, movement, and simple instruments. The Kodaly-inspired curriculum develops pitch awareness, rhythm, and listening skills in playful, interactive sessions. Parents participate in activities designed to nurture musical development at home, creating a strong foundation for future instrumental learning through age-appropriate, engaging experiences.
Online Learning
Flexible online music tuition connects students with expert tutors through interactive platforms. Our virtual lessons maintain the same structured approach as in-person sessions, with real-time feedback and progress tracking. This option suits busy schedules or remote locations while preserving personalized instruction. Students access lesson materials, recordings, and practice resources through our dedicated online learning environment.
People
Ljiljana Dimovska
Co-Director
With twenty years' experience as a string educator and musician, Ljiljana holds an MMus in Violin Performance, PGCE, and MA. She established The Music School to create accessible music education opportunities for all ages, believing in music's power to enrich lives through community engagement and personalized learning experiences.
Gabriel Armstrong
Co-Director
As co-director with extensive music education experience, Gabriel brings leadership expertise from UK and international teaching roles. Together with Ljiljana, he develops programs that combine technical excellence with creative expression, ensuring The Music School remains a dynamic hub for musical development and community collaboration.
Questions
What instruments can I learn at The Music Place?
We offer piano, keyboard, guitar, ukulele, woodwinds (flute, clarinet, saxophone), drums, and trumpet lessons for all ages and abilities.
Do you offer online music lessons?
Yes, our online platform provides interactive lessons with the same expert tutors, offering flexibility for busy schedules or remote locations.
Are trial lessons available?
Yes, discounted trial lessons help you experience our teaching approach. Book through our registration page to start your musical journey.
What age groups do you teach?
We teach all ages from early years (6 months+) through adults, with specialized programs tailored to different developmental stages and learning needs.
Do you prepare students for music exams?
Yes, our structured curriculum includes preparation for graded exams with major examination boards, supporting students to achieve distinctions like recent Grade 6 piano successes.
Are there performance opportunities?
We host regular concerts allowing students to showcase progress, with two to three annual events celebrating achievements in supportive, professional environments.
Reviews (1)
Rose Doggett
Mar 03, 2021
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My 7 year old daughter loves her piano lessons with Ana; she cant wait for each week to come round and is doing extremely well. Her 5 year old sister will start here as soon as lock down finishes. Highly recommended.
