All students normally receive 1-2 hours of weekly lessons from their main teachers who will normally be a Professor or Associate Professor on their first study instrument/voice. Students also receive up to 2 lessons from Teachers who assist the Main teacher and their students. They help students to learn how to practise efficiently and ensure they are following the methods and guidance of the principal study teachers. At present, the areas of study mainly include orchestral instruments and piano.

This comprehensive and integrated course is designed and written specifically for the School. It includes Aural, Harmony, Contextual Studies, The Theory of Practice, Composition, Improvisation and Professional Practice.

All orchestral instrumentalists are required to learn the piano. This helps with the study of harmony and gives them insight when working or performing with pianists on their first study instrument. Students have piano lessons for between 1-1.5 hours per week. Pianists will be coached in collaborative piano and have the option to study another instrument/voice.