Music lessons and Term Dates
Which instrument to learn
It can sometimes be tricky to choose the right musical instrument for a student to learn. Many will see or hear an instrment and be instantly smitten. Others may need to talk through the pros and cons with parents or a teacher. There is no right answer and each student will be different.
As a guide, we are happy to teach the following instrument to the following year groups:
Reception & Year 1
Percussion (Join our fun Percussion Jam group)
Singing (Join a choir - in school, at church, at a community centre)
Year 2
Violin
Viola
Cello
Recorder
Year 3
Acoustic guitar
Electric guitar
Piano
Electronic keyboard
Trumpet/Cornet
Voice
Year 4
Flute
Clarinet
Saxophone
Trombone
Euphonium
Drums
Year 6
Double bass
Oboe
Bassoon
French horn
Tuba
The KMS STARter Groups are a great way of trying out an instrument. Also, KMS regular hold sessions where students can try out various instrument - follow our Facebook page for updates.
If you'd like more help with choosing an instrument for your child, please speak to your music lead at school. Also, our friends at Berkshire Music Trust have a great tool to help you work out what might be suitable: https://www.berksmusictrust.org.uk/music/instruments/