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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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86 Music Theory tutors:

£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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£93/hr
5.0
Kari B
Music Music Theory Piano
Kari is a passionate and highly experienced piano tutor based in London and Stroud with over 15 years of teaching experience and more than 2000 hours of lessons delivered. Trained at the prestigious Frederic Chopin University of Music in Warsaw, she holds both Bachelor and Master degrees and has a 100 percent pass rate in graded exams.Kari teaches piano, songwriting, composition, ear training, and music improvisation to students of all ages, from young beginners to adults. Her lessons are fun, relaxed, and tailored to each individual, blending strong technical foundations with creative approaches....
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£47/hr
5.0
Magda D
Music Theory Tutor - Knitting classes with an experienced knitwear designer
Hi, I am a bachelor graduate in music pedagogy with piano. Music has always been one of my main interests and passions since the age of 5; I followed my passion by going to Music High School at the age of 13 where I learned playing piano, singing and Music Theory. During my studies I had the opportunity to perform on stage with other students and tutors, popular music written by Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Frédéric Chopin, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Johann Sebastian Bach, etc. My personal interest is classic music however I enjoy playing and listening to other genre of music. 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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£62/hr
5.0
Edward B
Music Theory and brass teacher
Ed Burfield is a graduate of the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, where he was awarded a BMus (First Class Honours). During his studies, he trained under Philippe Schartz, an internationally respected soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral performer as Section Principal of BBC NOW. This high-level training has given Ed a strong technical foundation, a deep understanding of musicianship, and valuable insight into professional performance standards.An experienced trumpet teacher, Ed works with students of all ages and abilities — from complete beginners taking their first steps in music, t...
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