At Ballymena School of Music (BSM) we are passionate about two things. Music and Teaching.

BSM has been leading the way in professional music tuition since 2007 and we are proud to have created a fun and relaxed environment to learn in. Through our first class teaching at BSM, we will provide you with the skills that you need to achieve your goals and ambitiions in music.

BSM music lessons take place at our fully-equipped premises at 6 John Street, Ballymena, BT43 6DU, just above our music shop, Red Star Music. Call now on 02825 655669 to get started.

10 reasons to learn at BSM

  • All of our tutors are fully qualified on their chosen instrument(s) and each hold an enhanced disclosure background check certificate.
  • We are proud to have a proven track record of success. Literally hundreds of students have taken exams with us and obtained very high marks across all instruments and boards. Many of our students have also gone on to study music at universities, play in bands and gig regularly.
  • All of our tutors are passionate in what they do and teach in a friendly, fun and relaxed environment, most of whom are professional musicians who perform regularly.
  • We teach 6 days a week. Our lessons are at times that suit our students.
  • Our lessons take place in a fully-equipped, professional music school. For our students we only use the very best equipment available.
  • We teach all ages. From young children to adults and OAP’s, it’s never too early or late to learn an instrument.
  • We pride ourselve in our teaching approach, which is modern, fresh and appealing to all.
  • We don’t just use one examination board! We cover all, the very best recognised graded syllabuses around. ABRSM, LCM, RGT, Rockschool and Trinity. If graded examinations aren’t what you are after, don’t worry! We can create lessons based on your particular musical interests.
  • We are the public centre for Rockschool examinations. You will learn on the very kit and amps that you will use in your exams. We know what it takes to get the best grade achievable.
  • Whatever you want from music, we can help you. From completing a grade to having fun learning your favourite songsand improving on your instrument, we can help.

What our clients say

“In my time at BSM I have found all the tutors I have encountered to be very welcoming and friendly which gives the school a nice atmosphere. The tutors I have had are all good teachers in music and they genuinely care that I succeed in my instrument and grade exams. They are patient and helpful in their approach, especially when explaining things I don’t understand in music theory! BSM are very accommodating in finding a time that suits you for your lesson.”
Verity Grant
“I have only started to learn piano – I love it! Heather is my teacher she makes learning fun. I enjoy learning new pieces and its great fun trying to play them on the big floor piano.”
Emma EaglesonAged 7
“I love going to Ballymena School of Music. I think Heather is a great piano teacher. She helps me to learn new piano pieces and I think its great fun when she plays along with me which helps me understand how it should sound. In the past year I have got a distinction in my Grade 2 and a merit in my Grade 3. Thank you Heather.”
Jake EaglesonAged 10, Studying Grade 4 Piano
“Why do I like Ballymena School of Music?. Well first of all BSM is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential no matter what instrument you are playing. The teachers there are so nice and committed to helping you. I have been with BSM since 2008 and I wouldn’t change it for anything, the atmosphere is so friendly.”
Robyn ElliottStudying Piano
“This is a great school where my son has had the opportunity to study how to play guitar! He really enjoys it and likes the different methods of teaching.”
Vlad Sakarov
“In Ballymena School of Music, there are many things I like, one of the things is that the tutors are really friendly and encourage you to succeed. Also I like the way you learn using different methods.”
Amy WilsonStudying Piano and Singing
“My 8 year old son has been attending the Ballymena School of Music for over 2 years now. He is learning to play the guitar and thoroughly enjoys his one-one lessons. The tutors are professional, enthusiastic about music and always encourage Kevin to play to the best of his ability. He is advancing well in such little time already.”
Paula McCallister
“All 3 of my children have made great progress at BSM. My son has even taken up a second instrument. A great team of staff have made their lessons more than enjoyable. Highly recommended.”
Kate Daniels

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Ballymena School of Music has been leading the way in professional music tuition since 2007 and we are proud to have created a fun and relaxed environment to learn in.

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