Individual lessons are available on:
pianojazz piano
organ
violin
viola
'cello
double-bass
flute
oboe
clarinet
saxophone
bassoon
recorder
trumpet
horn
trombone
euphonium
tuba
orchestral percussion
kit percussion
classical guitar
bass guitar
electric guitar
singing
harp
bagpipes
pipeband drums
piano accordion
composition
Alexander technique
Individual Lessons
As far as possible, lessons take place during School periods on a rotating basis or, in the case of Sixth formers, during private study periods. Pupils learning a second or third instrument are given such lessons during their free time.
A charge is made for the use of School instruments for lessons and practice. These charges do not normally apply to Music Scholars. Most pupils eventually buy their own orchestral instruments and the music staff are glad to help in making the right choice.
Group music-making is an important part of musical tuition and pupils learning orchestral instruments will be expected, when appropriate, to take part in ensembles, including the Orchestras and Concert Band. Regular practice each week is expected and is indeed essential if progress is to be made.
If your child has been learning an instrument at preparatory school and you wish to continue lessons at Oundle, we would advise beginning music lessons straight away and not waiting a term or so "in order to settle in". It is much easier to establish regular practice times if they are routine right from the start. Continuity is highly desirable and pupils need to make arrangements for regular practice during holidays, as well as in term-time.