Business Details
Your Trusted Music Tuition & Instrument Hire in Lisburn
Lisburn Music Centre has been dedicated to nurturing musical talent in the Lisburn community for many years. Our team of experienced educators and directors, Naomi and James Parks, bring a wealth of expertise in piano, vocals, brass, and other instruments, ensuring students receive comprehensive and tailored tuition. We offer structured yearly programs, graded examinations, and leisure-focused lessons to accommodate learners of all ages and skill levels. Our facility provides instrument hire, a wide range of teaching materials, and partnerships with major exam boards like ABRSM and Rockschool. With flexible lesson durations and family discounts, we prioritise accessibility and affordability while maintaining high educational standards.Our teachers foster open communication with students and parents, addressing individual learning needs and creating a supportive environment. As a Rockschool Champion Centre, we enhance our teaching resources to deliver cutting-edge musical education. The centre also extends its services to local schools, offering both individual and paired lessons. Our commitment to quality, combined with modern facilities and a customer-centric approach, has made us a trusted name in music education.
Services
Music Lessons
Instrument Hire
Exam Preparation
Instrument Sales
Accessories Supply
Highlights and features
- We offer a free introductory lesson to help students find their musical path
- Our teachers maintain open communication channels to address individual learning needs
- We provide Rockschool Champion Centre status ensuring premium teaching resources
- Family discounts available for multiple weekly lessons
- We combine exam preparation with leisure-focused musical education
Associations and certifications
- Rockschool
Services
Music Lessons
We offer tailored music lessons for ages 4+ across piano, strings, woodwind, brass, guitar, vocals, and drums. Lessons run Monday-Saturday with durations from 20 minutes to 1 hour. Our experienced teachers adapt to individual learning goals, whether for exams, leisure, or band performance. Family discounts available for multiple weekly lessons.
Instrument Hire
We provide monthly instrument hire for trumpets, cornets, trombones, flutes, and violins at 10/month with a 30-50 deposit. This service supports students needing temporary instruments for practice and lessons. Priority given to external school pupils but available to all customers.
Exam Preparation
We prepare students for major exam boards including ABRSM, Trinity, and Rockschool. As a Rockschool Champion Centre, we offer enhanced resources and host examinations on-site. Our teachers specialise in structured exam training for all instruments, covering technical skills, sight-reading, and performance.
Instrument Sales
We sell a wide range of instruments including acoustic and electric guitars, violins, ukuleles, drums, and woodwind instruments. Our inventory caters to beginners and professionals with options across multiple price points. Customers receive expert advice on instrument selection and maintenance.
Accessories Supply
We stock essential accessories for guitars, drums, and other instruments. Our selection includes strings, reeds, drumsticks, cases, and maintenance tools. Teachers receive a 10% discount on all accessory purchases, with both in-store and online shopping options available.
People
Naomi Parks
Co-Director & Piano/Voice Teacher
Naomi co-directs Lisburn Music Centre while teaching piano, vocals, and flute. She manages events and oversees teacher coordination. With extensive performance and teaching experience, she ensures high-quality musical education standards across all programs.
James Parks
Co-Director & Brass Teacher
James co-directs the centre and teaches piano while heading the Brass Department. He manages daily operations alongside Naomi. His expertise in brass instruments and educational leadership contributes to the centre's structured teaching approach and industry partnerships.
Carly Hamilton
Head of Piano Department
Carly leads the piano teaching team, ensuring consistent instructional quality. She specialises in developing technical proficiency and musical interpretation. Her leadership maintains the department's reputation for producing accomplished pianists across all examination levels.
Clare Thompson
Head of Woodwind Department
Clare oversees woodwind instruction and manages exam preparations. She specialises in flute and clarinet teaching, focusing on breath control and articulation techniques. Her department consistently achieves high pass rates in woodwind examinations.
Irene Clarke
Head of Strings Department
Irene directs strings education, covering violin, cello, and viola instruction. She coordinates school outreach programs and ensemble opportunities. Her teaching approach balances technical mastery with performance confidence for students at all skill levels.
Questions
Do you offer trial music lessons?
Yes, we provide a free introductory lesson to help you experience our teaching style before committing to regular sessions.
What exam boards do you support?
We prepare students for ABRSM, Trinity, London College of Music, and Rockschool examinations with experienced tutors across all instruments.
Are instruments available for hire?
Yes, we offer monthly instrument hire for trumpets, cornets, trombones, flutes, and violins at £10/month with a £30-£50 deposit.
Do you teach children as young as 4?
Yes, our lessons cater to students aged 4+ with age-appropriate teaching methods and instrument sizing guidance for young learners.
Are family discounts available?
Yes, we offer reduced rates for families booking multiple weekly lessons. Contact us for specific pricing details.
Do you provide school music programs?
Yes, our teachers deliver instrumental tuition in 20 local primary and secondary schools across the Lisburn area.
