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40
Years
40 Years of Music Education
Proudly serving musicians in the Durham community since 1987.
All Ages & Skill Levels
From first-time musicians to experienced players.
RCM & Audition Preparation
Prepare for Royal Conservatory exams, college, university and theatre auditions.
Experienced Instructors
Learn from dedicated teachers and working musicians.
ABOUT DURHAM SCHOOL OF MUSIC
40 Years of Music,
Community & Growth
For 40 years, Durham School of Music has helped students of all ages develop their musical skills, confidence and creativity. Our experienced instructors offer personalized lessons in a welcoming environment, from first-time musicians to students preparing for Royal Conservatory exams, auditions and advanced study.
With instruction in piano, guitar, bass, drums, saxophone and other string instruments, our focus has always been simple: helping every student build a lifelong love of music.
EXPLORE OUR LESSONS
Find Your Instrument
Piano
Build technique, creativity and confidence.
Guitar + Bass
Learn the music you love while developing strong fundamentals, rhythm and timing.
Drums
Build rhythm, coordination and musicality.
Saxophone
Develop tone, technique and musical expression.
Other Instruments
Explore banjo, mandolin, ukulele and more.
MEET OUR TEACHERS
Learn From Passionate and Experienced Musicians
Ray Hickey Jr.
Guitar, Bass & Strings
Jazz & classical specialist teaching guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, ukulele and more.
Randall Chung
Guitar, Bass & Drums
Jazz and rock-focused instruction across guitar, bass and drums.
JP Jones
Guitar, Piano & Saxophone
Multi-instrument instruction across guitar, piano and saxophone.
Soula Hardy
Piano
Dedicated piano instruction for students developing their musical skills.
Sacha Corbie
Piano
Personalized piano instruction in a supportive learning environment.
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