facebook
Become a Tutor

Discover the Best Private Music theory Classes in Edinburgh

For over a decade, our private Music theory tutors have been helping learners improve and fulfil their ambitions. With one-on-one lessons at home or in Edinburgh, you’ll benefit from high-quality, personalised teaching that’s tailored to your goals, availability, and learning style.

search-teacher-icon

Find Your Perfect Teacher

Explore our selection of Music theory tutors & teachers in Edinburgh and use the filters to find the class that best fits your needs.

chat-icon

Contact Teachers for Free

Share your goals and preferences with teachers and choose the Music theory class that suits you best.

calendar-icon

Book Your First Lesson

Arrange the time and place for your first class together. Once your teacher confirms the appointment, you can be confident you are ready to start!

Private lessonsMusic TheoryMusic Theory in Edinburgh

11 music theory teachers in Edinburgh

0 teachers in my wish list
|
+–

11 music theory teachers in Edinburgh

Tsvetelina - Edinburgh£60
£60Individual instrumental lessons - Harp, Piano and Music Theory
Trusted teacher: Looking for a passionate and fully qualified GTCS teacher who can inspire and guide you on your musical journey? With over 10 years of teaching experience, a First Class Bachelor's degree from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, and a Master's degree in Transformative Learning and Teaching from the University of Edinburgh, I’m here to help you unlock your full potential and make learning music a truly enjoyable experience. About Me I have dedicated my life to both the art of teaching and the craft of music. My approach is rooted in a deep understanding of pedagogy and an unwavering commitment to student success. I believe that every student is unique, and I tailor my lessons to meet each individual’s needs and aspirations. Whether you're a beginner taking your first steps or an advanced musician looking to refine your skills, I’ll be with you every step of the way. Lessons My lessons are designed to be engaging, interactive, and, most importantly, fun! I cover a range of topics, including technique, theory, performance, and improvisation, ensuring that you develop a well-rounded skill set. I also emphasize the importance of building confidence and fostering creativity, helping you not only to play but to express yourself through music. Instruments I specialize in teaching a variety of instruments, including Pedal Harp, Clarsach, Piano and Music Theory. My extensive background in music allows me to provide expert instruction across these disciplines, whether you're interested in mastering the classics or exploring contemporary styles. First Lesson Your first lesson with me is all about getting to know you and your goals. We’ll discuss what you want to achieve and how we can work together to get there. I’ll assess your current level and create a personalized lesson plan tailored just for you. This session is also a great opportunity for you to ask any questions and get a feel for my teaching style. Location I offer lessons both in-person and online, providing flexibility to fit your schedule. Whether you prefer the comfort of learning from home or the experience of in-studio sessions, I’ve got you covered. My Teaching Philosophy I believe that learning music should be a transformative experience, one that enriches your life and expands your horizons. My teaching philosophy is centred on creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel encouraged to explore and grow. I aim to inspire a lifelong love of music and to equip you with the skills and confidence to pursue your musical dreams. Professional Experience Beyond teaching, I have an active professional career as a performer and educator. My experiences on stage and in various educational settings have greatly influenced my teaching approach, allowing me to bring real-world insights into my teaching practice. I regularly participate in workshops, masterclasses, and performances, staying at the forefront of both educational practices and musical trends. Get in Touch Ready to embark on your musical journey? I’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re ready to book your first lesson or simply want to learn more, feel free to reach out. Let’s make music together!
Harp · Piano · Music theory
Andrew - Edinburgh£36
£36Music and Drumming: Becoming a Confident Personality Behind the Kit
Becoming a confident musician is a skill that requires discipline, dedication and hard work. However I strongly believe that whether you wish to progress your skills on an instrument to a professional level, simply get the most out of playing In a band with friends or jamming along to your favourite playlists, the art of learning an instrument is an incredibly rewarding skill. In our lessons we will focus on building a solid foundation across the basics of playing the Drum Kit. We will discover the rich and diverse history of the instrument and move through the jazz, funk, rock and pop era's of music. While I am happy to tailor all of these lessons to the student's needs, I do believe having a basic knowledge of where the instrument and it's vocabulary came from is essential and will have a positive impact on the students playing. Listening is important! We will work through a number of landmark recordings that carve the path of the Drum Kit's evolution and continue the listening process all the way to your favourite songs and how the drums affect that music and the rest of the band! I am also happy to work through ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall and/or Rockschool exam grades. Music is all about communication, and being able to fluently communicate ideas on any instrument requires time and practice. However, like with your very first English lessons in school, over time you can develop the skill of communication to a point where you can exchange many different ideas and create interesting conversations (this time between musical instruments rather than your friends in the pub!). Although I understand music is a not a career for everyone, I strongly believe that learning how to play any instrument properly with discipline and good practice will enhance your life is more ways than anyone who doesn't play music will understand.
Drums · Music theory
Meet even more great teachers. Try online lessons with the following real-time online teachers:
(31 reviews)
Lydia - Antwerp, BelgiumRecently active£43
£43Piano Lessons in Classical and Contemporary Styles for Beginning-Advanced Levels (ages 6 and up)
Trusted teacher: Welcome to my piano teaching studio! I am a professional pianist offering private piano and theory lessons for students of all levels. As a pianist with over 14 years of teaching experience in Europe and the USA, as well as over 23 years of playing/performing, I enjoy motivating my students with music of their own preferred style and interest, whether that be classical or contemporary. My main goal is to promote a positive experience and love for music-making during the learning process. If the student is interested in a more structured approach, I guide preparation for grades 1-8 of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) piano and music theory exams where my students consistently receive highest marks. I also have successful experience preparing students for conservatory entrance auditions, masterclasses, and competitions in the Europe, the USA, India, and Canada. We have class concerts at Pianos Maene for interested students twice per year. I am happy to provide either a more relaxed or a serious approach to learning piano, we simply need to discuss the personal goals and preferences of each student. My own studies are as follows: I have obtained two postgraduate performance degrees at the Royal Conservatory of Antwerp: "Concertsoloist" in Piano Performance and "Chamber Music” (under the guidance of esteemed professor Sergei Edelmann). Prior to this, I received my Bachelor and Masters degrees in Piano Performance/Music from the University of Minnesota - Minneapolis (with Prof. Lydia Artymiw) and Texas Christian University, Fort Worth (with Dr. Tamas Ungar). My experience includes collaboration with many different instrumentalists and singers, performing as a soloist and collaborative member in several orchestras, and receiving top prizes in several competitions. While maintaining my performance and recording career in Belgium at present, I am developing my private music studio in central Antwerp and look forward to meeting new students.
Piano · Keyboard (music) · Music theory
(1 review)
Rocco - London, United KingdomRecently active£52
£52🎶 Sharpen Your Ears & Elevate Your Musicianship! 🎶
Trusted teacher: 🎶 Sharpen Your Ears & Elevate Your Musicianship! 🎶 Want to develop a deeper understanding of music and improve your listening skills? Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced musician, strong aural skills and musicianship are essential for confident playing, composing, and performing. My Musicianship & Aural Skills classes will help you train your ears, refine your sense of pitch and rhythm, and strengthen your overall musical fluency. 🎼 What You’ll Learn: ✔ Interval and chord recognition for better harmonic awareness ✔ Sight-singing and solfège to enhance pitch accuracy ✔ Rhythmic dictation and inner pulse development ✔ Melodic and harmonic dictation to improve musical memory ✔ Understanding musical structure, phrasing, and expression ✔ Transcription skills to play by ear and analyze music ✔ Strategies to improve intonation and ensemble awareness 📚 Why Choose My Lessons? ✅ Structured, progressive training tailored to your skill level ✅ Engaging exercises to develop aural and analytical skills ✅ Classical, jazz, and contemporary styles covered ✅ Ideal for instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers ✅ Perfect for exam preparation (ABRSM, RCM, college entrance) Whether you’re preparing for music exams, auditions, or simply want to hear and understand music on a deeper level, these lessons will transform the way you listen and perform.
Music theory · Music teacher training · Music theory lessons
(3 reviews)
Muhamed - EgyptRecently active£33
£33Learn the piano, guitar, or singing in only 10 lessons
Trusted teacher: Welcome to the world of music! In this course, we will dive together into learning each musical instrument through an integrated approach that enhances your technical skills and satisfies your passion for music. In Oud, we will focus on: Musical Maqams: Deepen your understanding of Arabic Maqams and how to apply them to playing. Musical Notes: Learn to read and perform notes on the oud with skill. Pick Exercises: Improve playing techniques using a pick to develop movement between the strings. Technique Exercises: Build playing skills through various exercises to improve speed and accuracy. Oriental Songs: Learn to play the most famous oriental tunes and songs to be able to give a distinctive performance. Musical Pieces: Study traditional and contemporary oriental pieces while developing individual performance skills. As for the piano, we will focus on: Musical Notes: Learn to read and write notes easily while improving your musical skills. Musical Scales: Study major and minor scales and their effect on playing pieces. Chords: Learn to build different chords and how to use them in playing. Western and Eastern Pieces: Present a mix of Western and Eastern pieces that enhance your skills and develop your artistic taste. Technique Exercises: Advanced exercises to improve hand coordination and improve performance on the piano. In guitar, we will learn: Musical Notes: Read and write notes easily and effectively on the guitar. Chords: Study chords and how to use them in songs and pieces. Technique Exercises: Exercises to develop left and right hand speed, focusing on accuracy and transition between chords. Musical Pieces: Learn to play different pieces from a variety of styles including Eastern and Western songs. In oriental singing, we will learn: Vocal Techniques: Exercises to strengthen and improve the voice, with an emphasis on breathing techniques and larynx control. Oriental Performance: Learn how to perform famous oriental songs, paying attention to the tones and subtleties that characterize Arabic singing. Control of vocal pitches: Develop the ability to move between vocal pitches easily, whether in high or low melodies. Let's start our musical journey together! We will build strong and diverse skills that will enable you to play and sing with high efficiency, while blending Western and Eastern techniques to create an outstanding musical performance.
Piano · Guitar · Music theory
Translate this text using Google Translate.
Showing results 1 - 25 of 19921 - 25 of 1992
Next »»

Our students from Edinburgh evaluate their Music Theory teacher.

To ensure the quality of our Music Theory teachers, we ask our students from Edinburgh to review them.
Only reviews of students are published and they are guaranteed by Apprentus. Rated 5.0 out of 5 based on 109 reviews.

Piano lessons - music theory and harmony - for any level (Turin)
Giorgia
I started my lessons with Giorgia four months ago, and I am so glad to have found her. As a 26-year-old beginner, I was not sure if I should even try to pursue learning an instrument at this point. But now I am so glad I did! I am learning online, and I was a little unsure of how lessons via webcam would go. Despite my prejudice, everything turned out great, even though my setup is quite basic. Her approach to teaching is very creative. She is able to explain things that seem hard to put into words, and she always finds comparisons and descriptions that convey clearly little details of approach that make a lot of difference in the end result. For any difficulty I encountered, she presented methods of exercise that helped correct it. Another thing that I appreciate is that from one lesson to the next, the volume of work is challenging enough that I feel I am making progress, but not to the point that I am overwhelmed. Also, even though I am just beginning and the pieces are not that complex, she explains the musical interpretation in a way that not only helps me advance my skill but also enriches the way I understand and listen to music, and I find great value in that. Her manner of teaching is very organic, and she is a patient teacher with a warm presence. I wholeheartedly recommend her lessons!
Review by IULIANA
Fast progress piano lessons with the effective Russian method (Athens)
Maria
After 4-5 months of learning piano with Maria, I owe her big gratitude. I decided to learn piano as an adult and Maria helped me to overcome my insecurities in music and motivated me to keep trying and practicing. She truly cares about the whole learning experience and uses amazing methods to guide me not only in improving my playing skills, but also my musicality. The piano classes with Maria are always inspiring and challenging, but not overwhelming. In each class, she corrects the techniques and accommodates exercises for practice accordingly. I am really satisfied with her dedication and feedback. I cannot recommend Maria highly enough. In her teaching, she uses the right dose of professionalism, friendliness, patience, and understanding. Her enthusiasm for the music is so contagious. Her lovely and passionate nature and energetic vibes simply make the class an enjoyable learning experience. I cannot wait for the next piano class with Maria. :)
Review by BILJANA
Learning to play classical, electric or acoustic guitar, bass and music theory
Sergio
Great teacher! I started acoustic guitar lessons from zero and I have learned so much with Sergio, he is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable and patient, he also encourage you to keep practicing to achieve your goals while providing you with very useful material to do it. I really recommend Sergio as a music teacher, he plays a lot of instruments. Excelente profesor, yo empecé clases de guitarra acústica desde cero y he aprendido mucho con Sergio, sabe mucho y es muy paciente, además te anima a seguir practicando para que alcances tus metas y te provee muy buen material para lograrlo. Súper recomiendo a Sergio como profesor de música, sabe tocar muchos instrumentos.
Review by VICTORIA

You are here

Private lessons
Music Theory
Music Theory in Edinburgh