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Maybe your child loves their instrument but hates the theory. It can feel like a sudden roadblock, and it's hard to help when you don't have the answers yourself. But even when you can’t help with the subject, you can still help them. Our Tutor Finder asks a few simple questions about what your child needs. We use your answers to find the right person to help make sense of it all — so you don’t have to.

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More than passing an exam—a deeper love for music

When music theory clicks, it’s not just about passing the next grade. It’s about understanding the language of the music they play. The right tutor can connect those abstract concepts to the pieces your child already loves, turning frustration into fascination. This newfound confidence is key for progressing through music grades, which can support future goals like UCAS applications. But the real win is seeing them enjoy their music more fully.
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Our Tutor Finder asks the important questions: exam board, current grade, and how your child likes to learn. We then recommend a personal shortlist of tutors we’d genuinely back for your child. Only one in eight applicants makes it through our selection process. These aren’t just subject experts; they’re patient teachers who know how to make theory engaging and relevant. And if the first session doesn’t feel right, our First Lesson Guarantee means we’ll find another tutor for you, at no extra charge. We handle the details so you can be confident you’ve found the right fit.
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57 Music Theory tutors:

£62/hr
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Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+Music Theory Tutoring? Look no further!
I lived abroad for many years teaching in the British School of Rio de Janeiro and have experience teaching KS2, KS3, GCSE and IB students. I have also taught University Level classes in pedagogy and the art of teaching. I have experience working with SEN children and encouraging those with learning difficulties to reach their full potential. During my time at the British School I taught Key Stage 3 ICT we covered topics like video making, podcasts, spreadsheets, databases, word-processing, e-safety, communications, project management, hardware and software, using a variety of different software...
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£35/hr
5.0
Paul K
Experienced Music Theory tutor, online and in-person(Edinburgh)
I'm a 43year old, Edinburgh based musician with over thirty years experience playing multiple instruments. I have over ten years experience tutoring freelance (one on one) and an additional one year teaching a group guitar lesson (8 children, 2 teachers) once a week for a local charity. I have a BSc in Audio Technology and a HND in Sound Engineering and hope to study Music Therapy at a postgraduate level. As a musician, I started classical training at the age of four with the violin. Changing to viola around age nine, I also played lower brass instruments for seven years (Tuba/Euphonium) whilst...
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£50/hr
5.0
Dr Maria A
Award-winning tutor, FHEA Music Theory
I am an award-winning professional musician, pianist and tutor with over fifteen years international experience across different educational settings, backgrounds and abilities. I hold a Ph.D. in Musicology, two Master's degrees as well as diplomas in Piano, Classical Harmony, Counterpoint and Fugue, which enable me to easily work on the theoretical, technical, performative, stylistic and structural elements of music scores and help my students understand the background of each piece, whilst being creative and achieving essential progress.With an in depth knowledge of musicianship, I am involved...
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£40/hr
5.0
Michael K
Music Theory Guitar Tutor - 2000 PLUS HOURS EXPERIENCE/ Half £ first session!
An enthusiastic 36 year old guitar/piano tutor of 6 years, playing for 17 years.I graduated from Bimm university in 2018, studying music with a BA Hons in Creative Musicianship.I feel it is time to offer my skill, and experience in helping children and adults to fulfil their dream of playing guitar, and piano to a comfortable level.I can teach in the comfort of your own home, or you are welcome to come to mine ! I have the ability to teach grades, or just your favourite songs - It's entirely up to you !I am also capable of teaching music software, as I am using this on a regular basis myself !I...
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£35/hr
5.0
Matthew D
Enthusiastic all round Music Theory tutor!
Hello, I'm Matthew, a musician and educator based in the North West of England.My journey in music began at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), where I immersed myself in a diverse range of musical experiences and earned a First-Class BA (Hons) degree. I continued my studies at the University of Salford, where I achieved a Master's in Composition with Distinction. Throughout my academic pursuits, I had the privilege of being mentored by esteemed industry luminaries such as Dean Masser, Steve Berry, Paul Mitchel Davidson, and Mike Smith. Their invaluable guidance not only honed my...
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£62/hr
5.0
Isaac B
Music Theory Tuition from a Professional Theatre Director
I’m the Artistic Director of an award-winning Off-West-End theatre in London. Within this role, I work professionally as a director, dramaturg, producer, and composer. I have performed and directed at venues across the UK, including the Royal Festival Hall, as well as internationally, and my writing has also been performed on the BBC.Alongside this, I have 17 years of teaching experience with my work firmly grounded in the day-to-day realities of the performing arts industry. While most of my work is with professionals, I also greatly enjoy working with dedicated hobbyists and young people considering a...
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