Welcome to Ashford Music Centre!
The Ashford Music Centre (AMC) offers a wide range of lessons and ensembles for musicians of all ages.
It’s also a great opportunity to connect with the local music community, meeting like-minded players and music lovers in a friendly and supportive environment!
First half term is free for new students!
If you join any Music Centre as a new member you can enjoy completely free sessions until the next half term break or holiday. Find out more in our Terms & Conditions.
Join us now to make music and save!
Term dates 2024 – 2025
| Term | Dates | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term | September 11th, 18th, 25th October 2nd, 9th, 16th. Half Term (2 weeks) November 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th December 1st Christmas Concert: December 11th | 4pm – 7:30pm |
| Spring Term | January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29nd February 5th, 12th Half Term (1 week) February 26th March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th | 4pm – 7:30pm |
| Summer Term | April 23rd, 30th May 7th, 14th, 21st Half Term (1 week) June 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th July 2nd, 9th | 4pm – 7:30pm |
Lessons
Learning to play an instrument or sing is incredibly rewarding, giving you a sense of achievement and a lifelong skill. Our passionate and talented teachers are ready to welcome students of all experience levels and backgrounds. Instruments we teach:
- Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, French Horn
- Guitar: Acoustic, Classical, Electric, Bass
- Strings: Violin, Viola
- Woodwind: Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet
- Piano & Keyboard
- Voice
- Drums
Please note: When applying for lessons via the button below, you will need to manually select Ashford Music Centre as your location during the application process.
Groups
Joining a local music centre ensemble like an orchestra, choir, or band can enhance your playing, giving you the opportunity to meet like-minded people, learn new skills, and become a confident musician. Ensembles are always enjoyable, and often there is the opportunity to join in with performances and showcase your talents.
We have two ensembles and a choir at the Ashford Music Centre. Find out more about them and apply below, or click the button to explore all music groups available through Kent Music.
FAQs
How do I get to the centre?
When you turn into the Highworth Grammar School grounds at the Maidstone Road entrance, the car park is in front of you. Gower House, where all Music lessons and ensembles take place, is to the right and is accessed through the main reception. Our receptionist will greet you in the main reception area and you will be asked to sign in/out.
BY CAR: Gower House can be accessed by car via the entrance in Maidstone Road. Please note there is no access to Ashford Music Centre from Quantock Drive.
BY BUS:There are bus stops near to Gower House which are linked to a number of routes.
BY TRAIN: Gower House is a 25 minute walk from the Ashford International station
Parking You can park easily in the main car park at Highworth Grammar School.
How much does it cost to join the Centre?
We aim to make Music Centre membership as affordable and accessible as possible for everyone who wants to join the music community. Once you’re a member you will have access to all groups at our Music Centres. You can join as many as you wish, no matter which centre you initially signed up at and make even more music! Lessons are an additional charge. However, if you have lessons with us you will receive a 10% discount on your Music Centre membership.
Music Centre membership prices:
Age group Price per term Under 18 £52.00 Over 18 £74.00
Music lesson prices:
Lessons Price per student per lesson Strings
Woodwind
Brass
Percussion
Voice20 minute lesson – £13.50
30 minute lesson – £20.25
40 minute lesson – £27.00
60 minute lesson – £40.50 Piano and keyboard
Music Theory
Music Technology20 minute lesson – £14.00
30 minute lesson – £21.00
40 minute lesson – £28.00
60 minute lesson – £42.00
Is financial assistance available?
Our belief is simple: music should be accessible to all. That’s why we offer financial assistance to help you learn and grow. Financial assistance is available for lessons, Music Centre membership, instrument hire, and more. Find out more, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, on theFinancial Assistance page.
What if I don’t have my own instrument?
We offer an instrument hire service at affordable rates. You’ll get a discount on your instrument hire if you have lessons with us! This allows students to access high-quality instruments without the need for a significant upfront investment. More information on instrument hire can be found on the Instrument Hire page.
I want to have lessons for an instrument you don’t teach here!
If the lessons you’re looking for aren’t available at this Centre or your school, then we want to know! Please complete our Expression of Interest form via the button below. Completing this will help us plan to expand the instruments and locations in which we teach. Please note, completing the form is not an application for a lesson. Expression of interest form
Got another question?
Can’t find what you’re looking for, or want to speak to a member of the team? Give us a call on 01622 691212 or get in touch at the form below.
Financial Assistance
We can support you with the cost of lessons, Music Centre membership, instrument hire and more.