Our courses use Western notation to connect reading, listening and playing. Beginners can start with the fundamentals, while learners with previous experience can discuss a suitable starting level with a teacher.
Explore note reading, rhythm, chords and coordination between both hands. Build familiarity with the keyboard through exercises and musical pieces that put new skills into practice.
Develop posture, hand position, touch and coordination alongside reading skills. Work towards expressive playing through a gradual understanding of melody, harmony and phrasing.
Learn open chords, strumming patterns, fingerpicking and rhythm on the acoustic guitar. Build clean technique and confidence while playing songs and learning to read notation and tabs.
A friendly, easy start to music for learners of all ages. Learn open chords, strumming patterns, simple fingerpicking and song accompaniment while reading basic notation and tabs.
Learn how to hold the instrument and bow, place your fingers and develop controlled bowing. Combine listening and notation to work towards accurate pitch and a clear tone.
Develop stick control, timing and coordination. Learn to read rhythmic patterns and bring them together in grooves, fills and practical playing exercises.
Understand the language behind what you play. Explore notes, rests, time signatures, scales, intervals and chords, and connect these ideas to your instrument.
Explore power chords, scales, riffs, lead playing and improvisation on the electric guitar. Develop speed, accuracy and tone control across rock, pop and blues styles.
Build a strong sense of rhythm and timing while learning to play bass lines, grooves and finger technique. Learn how the bass connects drums and harmony in a band, and play along with songs in different styles.
Use these JSM course guidelines as a starting point for a conversation with the team. They are not a guarantee of readiness or a restriction on older beginners.
Teenagers, adults and senior learners are welcome. Whether you want to try a new hobby or return to an instrument, begin at a level that matches your experience and work towards goals that matter to you.
Enjoy a creative break. Discover songs you love. Practise listening closely. Build a regular routine. Learn patience through repetition. Explore musical expression. Share music with others. Celebrate small milestones. Challenge yourself at your own pace. Experience the satisfaction of playing a piece you have worked on.
Find the Right Course
John School of Music offers Western notation based music lessons in Coimbatore and online. Explore keys, strings, percussion and music theory with guidance for your next step in music.
