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Guildhall Young Artists Norwich Music Starts Here Course
This is a fun and engaging 45 minute music programme for 4-7 year olds delivered by our expert Tutor. Using singing, movement games and percussion, children will absorb all the elements needed to make a confident, well-rounded musician.
Key information:
- Course dates:
- Saturday term time
- Course times:
- Dependent upon class timetable
- Age:
- 5–7
- Art form:
- Music
- Fees:
- £15 per week (£150 per term) plus Intro to Instruments £25 per week (£250 per term) plus Drama Starts Here £33 per week (£330 per term)
- Level of study:
- Short Courses & Summer Schools, Workshops & Saturday Centres (under 18)
- Mode of study:
- In-person
- Venue:
- Wymondham High Academy
- Contact details:
- gyanorwich@gsmd.ac.uk
About Music Starts Here
Music Starts Here (ages 6-8)
This is a fun and engaging 45 minute music programme for children delivered by our expert Tutor. Using singing, movement games and percussion, children will absorb all the elements needed to make a confident, well-rounded musician.
They explore their own musicality, develop language and communication skills, grow in confidence and increase their ability to express themselves, in a supportive and safe environment.
Children will be prepared to naturally progress into further groups within the centre and we will advise parents on a case by case basis and are encouraged to join our 'Intro to Instruments' class in addition when they are ready.
Introduction to Instruments
These 30 minute classes are available to those who take our 'Music Starts Here Age 6-8 course' for an additional £10 per week. Students will have the opportunity to discover Strings, Wind and Piano/Keyboards with our specialist teacher.
Small group teaching will allow children not only to begin to learn an instrument, but develop their musicianship, leadership and collaborative music making, also preparing them to join our ensembles. This is an ideal starting point for younger children before they take up individual lessons. Please note this class must be taken as part of our 'Music Starts Here' class or the 'Music, Drama and Instruments Start Here' course package and cannot be taken separately.
Our all-round course for children aged 6-8, consisting of our Music Starts Here, Drama Starts Here and Introduction to Instruments classes representing the best value for money with our expert provision.
Please see individual classes for further information.
Looking for private tuition with one of our expert tutors? Book a 30 minute instrumental or vocal lesson, to be taken alongside Music Starts Here. Register your interest when signing up for a course.
Fees
Music Starts Here £15 per week (£150 per term)
With Introduction to Instruments
Add Introduction to Instruments for an additional £10 per Saturday + the cost of Music Starts Here course.
With Drama Starts Here & Introduction to Instruments
Add Drama Starts Here & Introduction to Instruments for an additional £18 per Saturday + the cost of Music Starts Here course.
With one-to-one lesson
Add an individual 30 minute instrumental or vocal lesson for an additional £26.50 per Saturday + the cost of the course.
Payment schedule
We ask you to pay termly and once you’ve settled in we ask for half a term’s notice if you decide not to continue.
Deposit
We ask for a £50 holding deposit to secure your place. On receipt of your application, a friendly member of our team will discuss your requirements noted on the application form and send a payment link for the reservation of a place. This payment will be taken off one terms fees, or any outstanding balance refunded to your account if you give notice within the five-week trial period.
Summer Term 2026
Saturday 25 April
Saturday 02 May
Saturday 09 May
Saturday 16 May
Half-term – (no sessions on Saturday 23 & 30 May)
Saturday 06 June
Saturday 13 June
Saturday 20June
Saturday 27 June
Saturday 04 July
Saturday 11 July
ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/7
Autumn Term 2026
Saturday 12 September
Saturday 19 September
Saturday 26 September
Saturday 03 October
Saturday 10 October
Saturday 17 October
Half-term – (no sessions on Saturday 24 & 31 October)
Saturday 07 November
Saturday 14 November
Saturday 21 November
Saturday 28 November
Saturday 05 December
Spring Term 2027
Saturday 09 January
Saturday 16 January
Saturday 23 January
Saturday 30 January
Saturday 06 February
Half-term – (no sessions on Saturday 13 & 20 February)
Saturday 27 February
Saturday 06 March
Saturday 13 March
Saturday 20 March
Summer Term 2027
Saturday 17 April
Saturday 24 April
Saturday 01 May
Saturday 08 May
Saturday 15 May
Saturday 22 May
Half-term – (no sessions on Saturday 29 May & 5 June)
Saturday 12 June
Saturday 19 June
Saturday 26 June
Saturday 03 July
We regret it is not possible to give refunds in the event of absence as the Centre has to continue paying professional tutors and overheads. GYA Norwich expects as close to 100% attendance as possible, to ensure you develop and get the most out of your membership.
Half a term’s notice is required to stop attending (except in exceptional circumstances). This notice period is required to fulfil obligations to the professional tutors, pay for facilities and to encourage you to be fully committed to the courses chosen.