Whether you find yourself singing along to “Espresso” on repeat all day, struggling to teach yourself the ukulele, or trying to convince your cat that you’re the next big thing – there are tons of music lessons in Bahrain that can help you truly release your inner superstar.
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We’ve hunted down the best places to help you achieve your musical dreams whether it’s training your vocals or learning to play something other than air drums.
From music institutes, centres, and plain ol’ private classes, these guys have got you.
12 fabulous places to take music lessons in Bahrain
Bahrain Music Institute
Founded in 2000, the Bahrain Music Institute licensed by the Ministry of Education, provides music lessons in Bahrain for both adults and kids as young as 5 years old.
Here you can learn how to play the piano, guitar, violin, drums, oud, flute, saxophone, clarinet, trumpet, and more. They also do vocal lessons and teach music theory.
Sun-Thu 9am-12pm and 3pm-8pm, Sat 9am-6.30pm. Isa Town. bahrainmusicinstitute.com (3225 0619, 1772 1999).
conCQencia Music and Arts
Whether you’re looking to start your musical journey or enhance your existing skills, conCQencia Music and Arts makes learning fun for both kids and adults alike.
When you’re looking for engaging music lessons in Bahrain, whether it’s vocals, saxophone, piano, drums, guitar, or violin – there’s going to be a personalised lesson for you here.
They also do group music classes where you can participate in entertaining performances and competitions.
Open daily 9.15am-9.15pm. My Space, Amwaj Islands. @concqenciamusicandarts (37067306).
Eighty-Eight Keys Music Academy
Looking for fun music lessons in Bahrain? First stepping into the spotlight in 2016, Eighty-Eight Keys is a team of musical wizards who just want to spread the magic.
Here you can learn how to master not only instruments but also audio techniques, and even get certified courses.
They do everything from jam sessions, recitals, workshops, kids’ camps, and sound recording.
Sat-Thu 10am-7pm. Jannusan. eightyeightkeysbh.com (3217 7703).
Harmony Music Centre
Harmony Music Centre is the place to go for music lessons in Bahrain and all things melodies. Whether you’re looking to learn a new instrument, rent one to learn on your own, buy one once you’re ready, or hire professional musicians for a special event – they’ve got it all.
They also do electronic music production lessons for those who dream to become the next Hans Zimmer.
Sun-Thu 9am-8pm, Fri-Sat 9am-7pm. Abu Saiba. harmonybahrain.com (1362 2002).
House of Beats
Got a funky beat in your soul? Head to House of Beats for music lessons in Bahrain. They do individual classes for piano, keyboard, oriental keyboard, drums, oriental percussions, classical guitar, electric guitar, bass, oud, violin, saxophone, flute, and clarinet.
You can also join their group lessons for music formation, composition, and choir.
Mon-Wed 10am-1pm and 3pm-9pm, Thu 10am-1pm and 3pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-10pm, Sun closed. Maqabah. houseofbeats-bh.com (3388 9274).
Kalakendra Arts Centre
Kalakendra Arts Centre is where you go for all things performing arts from dance to music lessons in Bahrain.
Here, you can learn how to train your vocals, play the piano, keyboard, drums, guitar, table, violin, and more.
They also have lessons for karate, yoga, and drawing.
Sat-Thu 9am-1pm and 4pm-8pm, Fri closed. Manama. @kalakendrabahrain (1771 2255, 3231 2255).
Lekha’s Ukulele Lessons
If you’re particularly interested in the ukulele, Lekha Rajan provides individual lessons for all ages and group lessons for kids between ages 5 and 12 years. Their timings are flexible, so if you’re working or a student – you can still work towards your dream with her music lessons in Bahrain.
Sat-Thu 5.30pm-9.30pm, Fri closed. Tubli. @ukulekha.bh (3885 4741).
Life in Music
Life in Music, affiliated with the Russian State Music Academy, provides individual sessions for piano, vocal, cello, violin, classical guitar as well as in depth instruction in music theory & history for kids.
They also have a ballet programme for kids aged 6 to 12 years as well as modern dance and hip-hop. They can speak multiple languages including English, Russian, German, and French making them a perfect choice for expats.
Sun-Wed 10am-6pm, Thu & Sat 10.30am-3.30pm, Fri closed. lifeinmusicbahrain.com (3679 8866).
Rhythm Rhapsody
Rhythm Rhapsody is a performing arts centre offering music lessons in Bahrain as well as dance, drama or acting classes.
Here you can learn music theory and how to sing, play the piano, drums, guitar, saxophone, and clarinet.
They also prepare students for international music exams including ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) and Trinity College London Music Exams.
Sun,Mon,Wed 2pm-8pm, Tue,Thu,Sat 10am-8pm, Fri 11am-5pm. Adliya. Facebook (3347 8155).
Room 2 Rock
If you’re an aspiring musician, you might already be familiar with Room 2 Rock which is popular for its practice room, repair services, fab instruments, and music lessons in Bahrain.
Here you can train your skills for guitar, piano, drums, and vocals.
Sun-Thu 9.30am-8.30pm, Sat 11am-8.30pm, Fri closed. Mahooz. room2rock.com (1761 1785).
Shelin Guitar Lessons
If you’re particularly interested in guitar, musician, singer, and songwriter Shelin Chacko provides individual training to teach you all you need to know.
Understanding that everyone learns differently, Shelin, who is also a vocal coach has taught for over 12 years in both Bahrain and India, creates a tailor-made curriculum for each person which you can take in person or online.
Open 24 hours. Umalhassam. @shelin_guitar_lessons (3380 7771).
UniGrad Acoustics Music Academy
Part of the UniGrad Education Centre, UniGrad Acoustics helps you tune your skills in music. Here you can sign up for lessons in guitar, violin, keyboard, drums, Western music, and classical music.
Each student will be assigned to a single instrument with headphones when taking these music lessons in Bahrain.
Manama. unigrad.net (33331308, 17344972, 32332746).
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