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Testimonials of the Music School and Lessons - based in Middlesex, Harrow, Hillingdon, London.

It is important that my two boys enjoy attending the music classes and are working towards goals. The separate one-to-one tuition and the group study lessons have really helped their development. They love their lessons and this is a testament to your teaching!

Mrs Stone, Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

All of the children seem to light up after their music classes. It is a fantastic way to learn with practical, aural, theory and history with listening and appreciation progressing at the same time. Never once has my daughter said she didn’t want to attend. It really is the way I wish I could have learned!

Mrs Green, Vennington, Shropshire.

Dear Mr and Mrs Giles, I am writing to thank you for the difference Active in Music has made to my daughter’s life. The highlight of her week is her morning with Active in Music. Being immersed in a musical atmosphere, with all the other children of all different ages and the teaching style of her instrumental tutors makes daily practice so much easier.The concerts and festivals, having started right from the beginning, have given her such confidence. Listening to the older children and tutors perform makes music so exciting and has given her real understanding of what she can achieve. The group lessons, whilst giving her a solid grounding in theory and other musical elements, are such fun and have brought music to all aspects of her life. Thank you so much!

Mrs C McKenzie, Much Wenlock, Shropshire.

AIM has provided a great environment for Sara to develop, not only providing her with excellent music tuition but also building up her confidence and self-esteem. She enjoyed her private and group lessons, and also the termly concerts. We fully recommend the school, for its caring attitude towards the children, combined with high musical standards.

Mrs Pombo, Harrow, London.

Chris and the AIM team provide a great learning environment. The tutors are both relaxed and encouraging and moreover take an active interest in the children’s progress. As a result, the children learn and more importantly enjoy their music. In addition, the end of term recitals, where the children perform musical pieces to an audience, helps build their confidence. I would have no hesitation in recommending AIM to others.  

Mr Khalid, Ruislip, London.   

We find both our children enjoy the piano classes as practical and theory are taught. The group theory class allows them to develop confidence and skills that are essential in group play activities. The helpful attitude from the whole school is great. Thanks.

Mr Kumanan, Harrow, London.

A rare and unique music school where the love of Music is shared and taught with passion, fun and discipline from amazing experienced music teachers and virtuous pianists. Your children will love these music classes. You won't be disappointed.

Mrs Aslan, Middlesex.

An excellent school for music. My daughter's piano teacher is amazing. She is strict when needs to be ,extremely patient with younger pupils and very motivating and encouraging.

A good combination of theory and practice. Chris personally look into the performance and achievement of each child and addresses all the parents individually.
Thank you so very much.

Mrs Dabas, Middlesex.

More testimonials will follow shortly.

We highly recommend that you come along to see us at your local Active in Music venue as this not only gives you an opportunity to meet the staff and see how we teach, but also to ask other parents why they have joined us, thus helping you to ensure that your child is not missing out!

About Us

About Our Music School in Hillingdon, Near Harrow, Middlesex

 Active in Music established music school based in Bishop Ramsey CE School (near Harrow in Middlesex, North London) providing high-quality piano, violin, or guitar lessons to children. Your children can learn in a friendly and fun educational environment from gifted, active performers from across the globe.

 

Christopher and Maria Giles – Joint Principals of the North London Music School

Chris Gales, principal teacher music school in Harrow, North LondonChristopher met Maria in 2002 when they were both studying music in London. Christopher was completing a Master’s degree in performance studies following a Bachelors degree, whilst Maria was studying English anthems as part of a PhD in Musicology.

Maria Giles, principal teacher of the music school in Harrow, North LondonMaria has first-hand experience of the standard of music education in Russia, having trained at the piano from the age of five and then as a pianist and musicologist at the Special Music School for gifted students in Kazan. She went on to attend the Moscow State Conservatoire where she obtained a Masters in the theory and history of music and then completed a three-year postgraduate course in Musicology.

Coming from these backgrounds, it was possible to see how a combination of teaching methods and curricula would benefit British children.