Morningside School of Music

Have been learning how to play the piano! The school have been fantastic helping to schedule lessons around my work schedule! Lessons are enjoyable and I always come away feeling like I’ve made an improvement!

I had my first lesson with Duncan last week and I’m already feeling more confident in my instruments. I’ve been playing guitar and keyboard for around 8 years, I’m confident in my playing style and I would be generally regarded as a good guitar player. However, the more work I do in a professional environment the more I’ve noticed large areas in need of improvement. Especially my understanding of rhythm. I decided that lessons was the best way for me to progress and I’m glad that I did. Duncan’s lesson was far from the rigid ‘one size fits all’ approach I was used to at college. He listened to what I was looking to get out of the lessons and promptly wrote out an exercise which was meant to help the player feel the rhythm more. Duncan showed that a guitar wasn’t even needed to practice this exercise and it could even be done on the bus. This was great as my schedule is busy and the time I have to sit down with a guitar is limited, so being able to practice on the go has been great. Duncan was friendly, professional and attentive in the lesson. He didn’t waste time with long monologues and the lesson was well paced with a good balance between explanations, examples and practice. I’m looking forward to my next lesson and feel that my understanding of the music I play is going to get better and better as I go on.

Very happy with my experience at Morningside School of Music. I've been taking bass lessons from Duncan for a few months now and I can confidently say his patience and communication have been invaluable. I always feel safe and secure practicing with him. His ability to provide support, even when I'm feeling demotivated, creates for an incredibly welcoming learning environment.

Sam has been teaching ukulele and guitar to two of my children (8 and 10 years old). He was able to bond with them easily and they both love him. Sam is very enthusiastic and his passion for music and teaching comes across. He is very organised and reliable. He made lessons fun for both of m children and they progressed nicely. He has also been incredibly good with communications with us as parents, highlighting what we could do to help and informing us on the children progress. Highly recommended.

Joining this choir has been an absolute delight! From the moment I walked through the doors, I was welcomed with open arms by a friendly and supportive group of individuals. The warm and inviting atmosphere instantly made me feel at ease. The choir sessions have become the highlight of my week, providing a much-needed escape from the stresses of work. For that precious hour, I can let go of all my worries and immerse myself in the joy of music. Linda, Paul and fellow choir members create a harmonious environment where we can all express ourselves freely. Not only is this choir a fantastic way to unwind, but it's also incredibly fun! The energy and enthusiasm during rehearsals are contagious, and I find myself smiling and laughing throughout each session. The repertoire we explore is diverse, ranging from uplifting classics to contemporary hits. Linda's dedication to continuous improvement is evident.