Group Courses
for Intermediate Students
Waltons New School of Music
‘What I have achieved by industry and practice, anyone else with tolerable natural gift and ability can also achieve.’
– J.S. Bach
Under the expert guidance of our experienced teachers, the New School’s intermediate courses are designed both to complement regular music study and to focus on specialised styles or genres. The pages in this section of our website include information on all of our current intermediate courses. Click on the images below to access them.
I loved the class [Musical Theatre Workshop]. The teacher is brilliant, and I feel much more confident about my singing and acting. Also the class is great fun.
The Musical Theatre Workshop is just great! You can improve your vocal and dramatic skills and learn how to sing your favourite songs properly, and at the same time it gives you the confidence to perform them in front of an audience.
A great course [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics] – lots of information and great fun.
A great way to immerse yourself in a different musical world. [Jazz Piano Basics]
I’ve gained so much since I’ve taken [Musical Theatre Workshop] classes here. My confidence has grown immensely, and I’ve come on as both a singer and performer. Sinéad is an amazing teacher who has pushed me out of my comfort zone and believed in me so that I can reach my full potential and be the best performer that I can possibly be.
Great [Trad Guitar Basics] course and tuition. Keep up the good work!
Very enthusiastic and able teacher. Go raibh maith agat! [Trad Guitar Basics]
The [Trad Guitar Basics] course tutor is excellent and also very flexible. He knows how to bring someone up to speed if they fall behind in class. Very enjoyable as well as instructive.
An excellent introduction to playing the blues. I now really understand the form and how it works, and my playing has improved immensely. [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics]
I had a fantastic time doing this course [Musical Theatre Workshop]. I wish there were more like it out there! It has encouraged me to pursue my love of musical theatre, and I hope to be back to take on some Musical Theatre performance exams next year and to receive the relevant coaching for them.
I learned more from this 10-week course [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics] than from trying to teach myself acoustic blues for over 10 years!
Sinéad is amazing, and Waltons students are lucky to have her! I learned so much in such a short time, and it’s all thanks to her and her passion! [Musical Theatre Workshop]
Loved the way you get to express yourself…. Sinéad gets the best out of you, and it is so much fun! [Musical Theatre Workshop]
A solid introduction to jazz and improvised music-making. The teacher is not only a great jazz musician but a supportive and inspiring educator. [Jazz Piano Basics]
John is a master of many styles of guitar playing – Irish traditional, flamenco, jazz, rock, you name it – and his enthusiasm for all kinds of music is infectious. This series of classes [Trad Guitar Basics] was very informative and fun to attend, and it gave me the basis for practice and improvement over the coming months. I enjoyed them greatly.
I regret not coming here years ago. I would be a much better guitarist had I done so. Don’t even think twice about it, just go and get lessons, don’t regret it like me. I would highly recommend Waltons. [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics student]
I really enjoyed the [Musical Theatre Workshop] course and gained a lot of confidence from it. For anyone who likes to sing and has an interest in musicals, it’s an ideal opportunity to explore your abilities, and it’s great fun as well.
A fresh, interesting approach. Lots of very useful styles, chords, etc. [Trad Guitar Basics]
This course [Musical Theatre Workshop] is excellent for developing both acting and singing skills in fun, relaxed and creative atmosphere. Sinéad is dedicated, enthusiastic and open to letting the class develop their performance. I hope to take the course again next year, as it has given me the confidence to perform and audition for my local musical society.
Sinéad was brilliant. She brought out the best in me, and I am much more confident now about my voice. I loved everything about the [Musical Theatre Workshop] course. Fun, laughter, confidence building.
I could do this course [Musical Theatre Workshop] all year long. Sinéad pushes and pulls you to do your best. The feeling of achievement is ‘grandiose’!
I had a great time enjoying my passion for singing in a friendly atmosphere, and discovering new skills step by step with a very patient teacher who brings you as high as possible. An experience I advise for anyone interested in singing. [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
I started the [Musical Theatre Workshop] wanting to sing but not believing I could. I ended it on a high note – literally. I found my voice through the energy, enthusiasm and love of singing Sinéad shares and gives to you – to find your voice is a powerful gift to yourself.
Everybody in the [Musical Theatre Workshop] class hugely improved. Great fun!
Inspiring tutor made every single [Jazz Vocal Workshop] class interesting, challenging but most of all fun and highly rewarding.
Good atmosphere, enthusiastic and supportive teacher, and small class size. This course [Trad Guitar Basics] helped me take another important step towards becoming a better guitar player.
Great foundation for a jazz beginner. The teacher has a very positive, open and encouraging approach. [Jazz Piano Basics]
Sinéad is everything you could ask for in a teacher – supportive, good humoured and puts a huge effort into helping you improve and develop, overcoming your weak points and mastering your strengths. [Musical Theatre Workshop]
Fantastic [Trad Guitar Basics] teacher with stellar enthusiasm.
I now have a real sense of direction for what I should be practicing. [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics]
The [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics] course covered a lot of material that was really handy for us to use ourselves to practice.
I was hoping to gain some knowledge of jazz music, chords and song structures and improv. singing. I gained exactly that – while hugely enjoying my time here! [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
The Musical Theatre Workshop is amazing. Sinéad is very competent and dedicated. She really knows what she’s doing and I learned a lot with her.
Thoroughly enjoyed the course [Musical Theatre Workshop]. Sinéad is a super teacher!
Having had only ‘classical’ training in the past, I have learned so much from this class [Jazz Piano Basics]. The approach to teaching jazz is both friendly and effective.
The perfect introduction to acoustic blues playing. Highly recommended. [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics]
Have been to the Jazz Vocal Workshop at Waltons as well as one-on-one singing lessons. Teachers are personable, friendly, knowledgeable and helpful, so too are the admin staff. I would highly recommend the school and will be signing up again soon for more intensive singing lessons!
Please do yourself a favour and go to this course. [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
Keep doing what you do. It works! [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
An excellent introduction to jazz piano and improvisation. Playing with other jazz musicians at the end was a great experience! [Jazz Piano Basics]
What I liked best about the [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics] course was its interactive nature. the enthusiasm displayed by our teacher John Sweeney and the opportunity to witness a pure professional. And the encouragement and support provided by the school staff has taken the fear out of taking on a music course and added to the enjoyment and confidence to take on more.
Professionally organised singing classes that enable you to sing with confidence and have fun doing so! [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
Our [Jazz Vocal Workshop] teacher is very knowledgeable, patient and good-humoured, and I enjoyed exploring a new area of singing with someone who is both an expert in her field and able to teach it. This is my third course at Waltons and all three have been great.
Really enjoyed the [Trad Guitar Basics] course and John – he is a wealth of knowledge!
After each [Trad Guitar Basics] session I left with a smile on my face because I’d learned something new. Thank you very much and see you for another course.
I looked forward to the [Musical Theatre Workshop] class every week. It was not only therapeutic, but immensely fun and enjoyable.
Just a great, beneficial course [Jazz Vocal Workshop]. I’m loving it!
A fantastic course, high energy, wonderfully taught, with clear instruction and a great class atmosphere. I’d recommend it to anyone. [Musical Theatre Workshop]
Enthusiastic teacher, great song choices, good introduction to the subject of jazz. [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
Pia brought me in the world of jazz (one that I didn’t know at all) with great skills, a perfect choice of songs, and a practical approach that made me enjoy the singing and at the same time gave me the desire to learn more about the theory of this music. Highly recommended for any singer or any lover of singing! [Jazz Vocal Workshop]
Imagine a singing course where you learn a huge amount in a short time and have fabulous fun doing it – that’s the Musical Theatre Workshop.
A fantastic teacher who combines huge enthusiasm for his subject with huge knowledge (and patience!). An excellent course. [Acoustic Blues Guitar Basics]
The [Musical Theatre Workshop] course is fun filled and focused. A joy!
The Musical Theatre Workshop is just an amazing course. Sinéad is a fantastic teacher – encouraging and honest. Having done the course twice now, I find it has really helped me with my confidence in performing and also in my everyday life. Even my seniors in work have noticed the change, so thanks Sinéad!
