Exceptional music teachers.

Carefully matched.

Every time.

Private Music Tuition from Our Bespoke Agency based in Mayfair, Serving London

Lessons at Your Home, in a Studio or Online

For the best in private music tuition and music scholarship support to independent schools

Families Love Working With Us

Monica G., Violin, Singing, Guitar Lessons

“They’ve gotten to know us on a personal level, paired us with wonderful teachers, and provided guidance for every whim or question we have.”

Finn H., Singing Grade 8

“I've never had such great communication throughout my son's musical education, and I only wish I had encountered Prelude before.”

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Private Music Lessons for All Ages, Abilities, and Instruments at Your Home, in a Studio or Online

100% of our teachers are graduates of the world’s four leading conservatoires, and 56% have master’s degrees

Our teachers have on average 7 years teaching experience

We’re trusted by families because all our teachers complete a 1-2-1 interview, reference check, and enhanced DBS check

Britain’s Only Music-Specialist Scholarship Advisory Service to Independent Schools

We’ve supported 400+ students to achieve music scholarships to private schools

Ralph Allwood MBE served as Director of Music at Eton College for 26 years and is now our Senior Music Scholarship Advisor

Long-term support for families, from scholarship clarity and making applications stand out, to audition confidence

“Done For You”: We handle matching teachers, invoicing, and monthly progress reports, you listen to your child’s powerful musical development

What happens when you contact us?

Reach out to us via our online form, WhatsApp or phone

1. Consultation

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your child’s musical aspirations

2. Music Tutor Matching

We carefully pair your child with a music teacher who matches their learning style and goals

3. First Lesson and Check-In

Following the lesson at your home, in a studio or online, and we’ll touch base to see how it went

4. Ongoing Support

We’ll send you monthly reports, organise frictionless invoicing, and check in with you at regular intervals

Why families want to work with us?

  • Progress-Focused

    Measure what matters with monthly progress reports on musical development

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  • Convenience

    Say goodbye to fiddly manual payments with our frictionless invoicing software

  • Flexibility

    Set a regular schedule and then pay as you go with our simple 48h cancellation policy

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What parents think of prelude

Finn H., Singing Grade 8

“Prelude really is the best - including paying attention to the small things, like sending my son a card on the day of his audition wishing him luck.”

Dominique S., Guitar Lessons Grade 1

“Our son’s technique, knowledge and confidence has improved and this has spilled over into other areas of his life.”

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Start Your Child’s Musical Journey Today With Quality and Trusted Music Teachers

From our core location in Mayfair, we offer music lessons for kids across the wider area of Central London & the Surrounding Areas. We’re excited to support your child with music tuition and teaching that will see them achieve their goals. Get in touch today to discuss starting music lessons with Prelude Education.

Music Tuition FAQs

  • Whatever music tuition service you’re looking for, online or in-person, a qualified and dedicated teacher can make all the difference. That is why we have a meticulous and detailed process for finding the right music teacher for each of our students.

    To ensure a perfect match for your child’s private music lessons, we’ll talk with you to understand your expectations. In our consultation, we’ll discuss the type of music tuition you’re looking for, your child’s music level, and their learning style.

    We’ll then conduct a personalised search of our music teachers from our school in Mayfair and send you a profile of an excellent music teacher who matches your child’s needs and personality. Our job is to find you a music teacher who is exactly the right fit for your family.

    We teach online or on-site, offering services across central London from our Mayfair music school.

  • We offer music lessons in all instruments, including acoustic guitar lessons in London, violin, drums and piano lessons.

    Our network of music teachers is wide, and our industry connections are deep. So, even if you play a non-standard instrument, we're certain we can find music classes for your instrument of choice.

  • Our team of expert teachers undergo a multi-stage vetting process to ensure the safety and well-being of every student.

    Every teacher conducting music lessons at Prelude Education has undergone a rigorous background check, where we speak to the families of their previous students and contact their named professional references.

    We also interview every teacher and ensure each one holds an enhanced DBS check.

    If you feel that your assigned music teacher doesn’t meet your child’s specified requirements, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll do everything we can to find you the perfect match.

  • The total cost of your music lessons will depend on a few different factors.

    These include the type of music tuition you’re looking for, the duration of lessons, and the teacher's experience.

    Our prices reflect our talented music teachers' skill level and dedication, and we are committed to paying our teachers above the Musicians’ Unions guidelines.

    Visit our fees page for a more detailed look at the cost of our bespoke music lessons, music tuition, and teaching services.

  • We offer private 1:1 music lessons at your home or online music lessons so that you can enjoy convenience and flexibility.

    With our in-person and online lessons, our music teachers will arrange a time that best suits you.

    Some of our students, particularly those with drum lessons in London, however, request lessons in rehearsal studios. If you need support finding a music studio in central London, we are on hand to help.

  • While many of our students own or bring their own instruments to lessons, we recognise this isn’t possible for every student.

    In our detailed consultation, we can advise you on where to rent the best rehearsal studios and instruments in London. If you're looking for a piano studio, a piano teacher with Prelude Education may also have a personal studio students can use.

    If you have any questions about renting rehearsal spaces or instruments, fill out our enquiry form, and we’ll be happy to point you in the right direction.

  • We are always on the lookout for brilliant music teachers.

    To apply to work with us, visit our Become a Teacher page to read more about the benefits of being a teacher with Prelude Education and our selection criteria.

    When applying, we’ll ask you to fill out an application form, which we’ll review as soon as possible before inviting you for an interview.

For The Best Private Music Tuition in Mayfair, Central London & the Surrounding Areas, Contact Prelude Education And We’ll Match You With An Expert Music Teacher

We’re excited to support your child with music tuition and teaching that will see them achieve their goals. Get in touch today to discuss starting music lessons with Prelude Education.