Ben Siddall Music Tuition

Ben Siddall Music Tuition Ilkley-based music tutor offers private and online lessons in Guitar, Piano, Bass, Music Theory, Songwriting, and Music Production. NEW GROUP COURSES FOR 9/24!

Renowned producer with commercial releases and national BBC & global radio airplay. I teach Guitar (electric, acoustic, classical); Keyboard and Pop Piano, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Music Theory, Songwriting and Music Production privately to a variety of students of all ages and abilities on a one-to-one basis. I have a 100% pass rate in ABRSM, Trinity Rock and Pop and Rockschool graded examinations.

I have a large archive collection of songs and riffs of many styles and can also transcribe music by ear in the lesson. My youngest pupil is 5 and my oldest is over 80 years old - you're never too old to pick up an instrument for the first time! Lessons are based in my teaching room at my house in Ilkley. I am fully CRB/DBS checked, have full Public Liability Insurance and am a member of the Musicians Union. I am also a recording and mixing engineer with many years experience. I can also turn your home recorded tracks into professionally mixed masters. Shape your musical ideas into a finished product. One on one writing and recording sessions. Help setting up a home studio or gear advice. Guidance recording a podcast, audiobook or similar. Optimising your tracks for streaming or broadcast. Prices are as follows:
(as of September 2022)


PRIVATE TEACHING


Music Tuition

1 hour: £30

45 mins: £22.50

30 mins: £15


SMALL GROUP GUITAR AND UKULELE

1 hour: £10


RECORDING AND MIXING

1 hour: £20

Are you looking for local music groups, ensembles or jam sessions in Ilkley? I'm delighted to announce the Ilkley Acoust...
13/04/2025

Are you looking for local music groups, ensembles or jam sessions in Ilkley? I'm delighted to announce the Ilkley Acoustic Pop Ensemble is looking for new members to join our group play classic pop. rock and folk hits.

We are a friendly and supportive community music ensemble led by an experienced music tutor and aimed at the more experienced Intermediate and Beyond players of acoustic instruments of all kinds - guitar, ukulele, mandolin, fiddle, percussion, and more. First session FREE!

(photo credit: Doug Whincup)

🎸 ILKLEY ACOUSTIC POP ENSEMBLE! 🎻Calling all INTERMEDIATE AND BEYOND acoustic musicians who have been playing a while an...
11/04/2025

🎸 ILKLEY ACOUSTIC POP ENSEMBLE! 🎻

Calling all INTERMEDIATE AND BEYOND acoustic musicians who have been playing a while and feel ready to challenge themselves and make amazing music.

The Ilkley Acoustic Pop Ensemble ran by experienced local musician, tutor and music producer Ben Siddall, is now looking for more musicians looking to push their boundaries in a supportive community setting. Whether you play guitar, ukulele, mandolin, fiddle, percussion, or any other acoustic instrument - we want you!

✨ More adventurous musical arrangements spanning classic pop, rock and folk
Mix of chord sheets and notated music (tab/standard notation)
Weekly sessions in the beautiful All Saints' Church
A friendly supportive environment where experienced players can truly excel
Opportunities for live performance

🎵 All acoustic instruments welcome: guitars, ukuleles, mandolins, fiddles/violins, percussion, bass guitars, harmonicas, and more!

🆓 First session is completely FREE!

🗓️ STARTS: Wednesday, April 23rd at 7:45pm for ten weeks

📍 All Saints' Parish Church, 4 Church St, Ilkley LS29 9DS

(photo credit: Doug Whincup)

🌟 ILKLEY BEGINNER UKULELE COURSE! ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS WELCOME🎵Always wanted to play the ukulele but never taken the plung...
09/04/2025

🌟 ILKLEY BEGINNER UKULELE COURSE! ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS WELCOME🎵

Always wanted to play the ukulele but never taken the plunge? Time to change that!

Introducing my 10-week Beginner Ukulele Course starting Wednesday, April 23rd at All Saints Church, Ilkley.

As a music teacher with over 20 years of experience, I've designed this course specifically for complete beginners who want to learn in a friendly, supportive group setting.

✅ What you'll master in just 10 weeks:

Essential first chords
Fun strumming patterns
Simple fingerpicking techniques
Reading chord diagrams
Playing popular songs across various genres
Developing rhythm and timing
The joy of making music with others!

🗓️ Classes: Wednesdays at 6:30pm
📍 Location: All Saints Church, Ilkley, LS29 9DS
💰 Price: First session completely FREE! Then £130 for the full 10-week course (includes all materials)

Due to high demand for my private lessons, this affordable group course is the perfect way to get started on your ukulele journey! Perfect for soprano, concert, and tenor ukulele players.

⚠️ SPACES LIMITED - RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! [email protected] / 07874053640 / messenger

Did you know I record and edit podcasts, audiobooks and the like? Recording a podcast interviewee for the Freakonomics R...
08/01/2025

Did you know I record and edit podcasts, audiobooks and the like? Recording a podcast interviewee for the Freakonomics Radio Network tomorrow.

Fancy learning something new? My 10-week UKULELE course for complete beginners is running again this term starting eithe...
01/01/2025

Fancy learning something new? My 10-week UKULELE course for complete beginners is running again this term starting either Monday 13th or Wednesday 15th Jan (soon TBC) evening at All Saints Church in the Church building which is a lovely place with great acoustics!

First session is free and then if you’re happy to go ahead, the course is £130 for the full ten weeks.

To register your interest or for further info:
Ben - 07874053640 / [email protected] / messenger

Non-musical post: I sometimes write little stories called "drabbles" - they have to be precisely 100 words. I'm writing ...
03/11/2024

Non-musical post: I sometimes write little stories called "drabbles" - they have to be precisely 100 words. I'm writing one a day for the whole of November. Read them here:

Committed to posting a drabble a day during November 2024. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drabble. Click to read Drabbles November 2024, by Ben, a Substack publication. Launched 2 days ago.

14/10/2024

Give the gift of music this Christmas with personalised digital gift cards for guitar, piano, bass, or ukulele lessons in Ilkley. Flexible options, instant delivery, and suitable for all ages and skill levels.

The inaugural Ilkley Rock and Pop Ensemble last week was a roaring success... due the personnel so far it’s going in mor...
22/09/2024

The inaugural Ilkley Rock and Pop Ensemble last week was a roaring success... due the personnel so far it’s going in more of an acoustic rock and pop direction - we’ve got most instrumental bases covered but I’m now particularly looking for a percussionist - cajon, tambourines, shakers, bongos....that kind of thing. Preferably not an absolute beginner for this role. First session is free, try before you commit. Apply within... [email protected]

My courses and community ensemble at the Link Building, All Saints Church, Ilkley, LS29 9DS kick off over the next week....
16/09/2024

My courses and community ensemble at the Link Building, All Saints Church, Ilkley, LS29 9DS kick off over the next week.

Here are the details:

• Rock and Pop Ensemble: Fridays at 7pm, starting September 20th (first session
free)
• Songwriting Course: Mondays at 7pm, starting September 23rd (first session free)
• Beginner Guitar Course: Wednesdays at 8pm, starting September 18th (first
session free)
• Beginner Ukulele Course: Wednesdays at 6:30pm, starting September 18th (first
session free)

Everything runs for 10 weeks at £99 each for the whole period. All first sessions are free, please come along, try it out first and see if it’s for you!

My first course kicks off in just under a weeks time and I’m in the Ilkley Gazette today! Just few spaces on all courses...
12/09/2024

My first course kicks off in just under a weeks time and I’m in the Ilkley Gazette today! Just few spaces on all courses and the ensemble left now.

The Ilkley Beginner Ukulele Course - Wednesdays at 6.30pm from 18th September (first sessions free!)What You’ll Learn in...
09/09/2024

The Ilkley Beginner Ukulele Course - Wednesdays at 6.30pm from 18th September (first sessions free!)

What You’ll Learn in 10 Weeks:

Your First Chords:
Master the essential chords that form the foundation of ukulele playing.

Strumming Patterns:
Develop various strumming techniques to add rhythm and groove to your playing.

Fingerpicking:
Learn simple fingerpicking patterns to expand your playing style.

Chords and Diagrams:
Learn to read chord diagrams and ukulele music.

Popular Songs:
Start playing well-known tunes from a variety of genres

Timing and Rhythm:
Develop your sense of timing to play to a pulse and with others.

Playing in a Group:
Experience the joy of making music with others.

By the end of the ten weeks, you’ll have the skills to play a variety of songs and the confidence to continue exploring what the humble ukulele has to offer.

https://www.bensiddallmusic.co.uk/ilkley-beginner-ukulele-course/

The Ilkley Beginner Guitar Course, Wednesdays at 8pm starting 18th September, first session free!What You’ll Learn:Essen...
02/09/2024

The Ilkley Beginner Guitar Course, Wednesdays at 8pm starting 18th September, first session free!

What You’ll Learn:

Essential Chords:
Master the fundamental chords that form the backbone of countless songs.

Catchy Riffs:
Learn simple but highly effective guitar riffs.

Popular Tunes:
Start playing recognisable melodies.

Chords and Diagrams:
Understand chord diagrams and basic guitar notation.

Fingerpicking:
Develop this essential technique for a diverse playing style.

Strumming Patterns:
Create groove and rhythm with various strumming techniques.

Timing:
Learn to keep time to a pulse and play along with others.

Range of Music Styles:
Explore different genres such as pop, rock, blues, folk and more.

Understand the Gear:
Guitar accessories and equipment recommendations.

Your First Songs:
Put it all together and start playing complete songs!

https://www.bensiddallmusic.co.uk/ilkley-beginner-guitar-course/

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Ilkley
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Tuesday 8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 7pm

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I teach Guitar (electric, acoustic, classical); Pop Piano/Keyboard, Bass Guitar, Ukulele and Music Theory privately to a variety of students of all ages and abilities on a one-to-one basis. I have a 100% pass rate in ABRSM, Trinity and Rockschool graded examinations. I have a large archive collection of songs and riffs of many styles and can also transcribe music by ear in the lesson. All my students also receive video demonstrations of the music they are learning. My youngest pupil is 5 and my oldest is over 80 years old - you're never too old to pick up an instrument for the first time! Lessons are based in my teaching room at my house in the Ben Rhydding, Ilkley, West Yorkshire. Additionally I can provide lessons via the internet using FaceTime or Skype. I am fully CRB/DBS checked, have full Public Liability Insurance and am a member of the Incorporated Society of Musicians (ISM). Recording studio, music production and songwriting/industry advice also available. Prices are as follows: (as of January 2019) PRIVATE TEACHING One-to-One Guitar, Pop Piano/Keyboard, Bass, Ukulele, Theory Tuition 1 hour: £32 (£30 if purchasing 6 or more lessons) 45 mins: £24 (£22.50 if purchasing 6 or more lessons) 30 mins: £16 (£15 if purchasing 6 or more lessons) International / UK Skype Tuition 1 hour: $40 / £32 30 mins: $20 / £16 (payable through PayPal after a short trial lesson to ensure all technology is working correctly!) SCHOOL TUITION One-to-One, Small group and Full classroom Guitar, Bass or Ukulele teaching 1 hour: £32 (minimum of 2 hours) Music Technology activities (PC / Mac / iPad) 1 hour: £32 (minimum of 2 hours) Whole day workshops (maximum of 5 hours) £180