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Violin, Piano, Viola, Music Theory lessons in Barnet (North London) and Birmingham, UK.

Maturing, Loving Music & Learning Effectively

Selly Oak Music School isfounded by Dr. Heng-Ching Fang (Ph.D in Music, University of Leeds; Master in Music- Guildhall School of Music and Drama; PGDip, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire), and provides private Violin, Piano, Viola and Music Theory lessons (currently in Birmingham, opening in Barnet, North London in 2025). If learning a musical instrument is your dream, Selly Oak Music School aims to Make Your Dream Come True.

North London Barnet Branch is Opening in 2025.

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ABRSM Exam and Competition Achievements

Selly Oak Music School is committed to providing high-quality music education, with a strong emphasis on technique, sight-reading, music theory, and musical expression.

Highest ABRSM Exam Scores Achieved by Our Pupils:

  • Grade 1: 148/150
  • Grade 2: 144/150
  • Grade 3: 147/150
  • Grade 4: 147/150
  • Grade 5: 144/150
  • Grade 7: 148/150
  • Grade 8: 146/150

Outstanding Student Achievements

  • Our youngest pupil to pass ABRSM Piano Grade 8 with Distinction (140/150) was just 8 years old.
  • The youngest pupil to pass ABRSM Violin Grade 8 with Distinction (142/150) was 9 years old.

ABRSM Distinction Rates

Our pupils consistently achieve over a 90% Distinction Rate in ABRSM exams:

  • 2024: 100% Violin & Theory Distinction Rate, 95% Piano Distinction Rate
  • 2023: 95% Piano and Violin Distinction Rate
  • 2022: 100% Piano, 95% Violin Distinction Rate
  • 2021: 95% Piano and Violin Distinction Rate
  • 2020: 100% Piano and Violin Distinction Rate (before COVID)
  • 2019: 96% Piano and Violin Distinction Rate
  • 2018: 100% Piano and Violin Distinction Rate
  • 2017: 100% Piano Distinction Rate
  • 2016-2014: 100% Piano and Violin Distinction Rate

Orchestral and Scholarship Success

Our students have been accepted into prestigious ensembles, including:

  • National Children’s Orchestra (NCO)
  • CBSO Youth Orchestra
  • Nottingham Youth Orchestra (NYO)
  • Birmingham Schools Symphony Orchestra (BSSO)
  • Birmingham Schools Concert Orchestra (BSCO)
  • The National Youth Orchestra (NYO)

Many students have also received Music Scholarships from King Edward’s School, King Edward’s School for Girls, Edgbaston High School for Girls and Solihull School.

Competition Success

  • Two Pupils have been awared String Chamber Music 1st Prize at the 2023 Wiener Klassiker International Music Competition, Hungary.
  • One of our pupils won 3rd Prize in the 8-9 Age Group at the 2024 13th Henle International Piano Competition in Germany.
  • One of our pupils was the winner of the Bromsgrove International Competition (Junior).
  • Two of our pupils were the winners of the first round of the EPTA Competition.
  • A student was awarded “Musician of the Year” at Blue Coat School.
  • Four Pupils have been awarded the Most Promising Player of the Year from Nuneaton Music Festival, Solihull Music Festival, and Dudley Music Festival.
  • Our students have secured 1st place prizes at major music festivals, including:
    • Birmingham Music Festival
    • Nuneaton Music Festival
    • Dudley Music Festival
    • Northfield Music Festival
    • Solihull Music Festival
    • Leamington Spa Competitive Music Festival
    • Litchfield Festival of Music
    • Milton Keynes Music Festival

Selly Oak Music School Pupil Playing Chopin: Fantaisie-Impromptu In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 66 at the age of 9.

Why Choose The Selly Oak Music School?

We use a student-centered personalised approach to teaching. Helping you to awakened and cultivated your music potential is our goal. Our teaching philosophy can be found at Our Approach Page.

What Our Students Say

“Thank you for being the most inspiring teacher I have met.” -Karen

“Thank you Ching for being the BEST teacher i’ve ever known.” – Robot Boy

“We use Ching to teach musical skills to people lacking in self confidence. Ching provides the most wonderful belief in the indiviual person. Whilst the musical skills have come on leaps and bounds I can’t help but feel that the real asset is in how Ching helps her students grow in confidence. Ching is a truly wonderful person! “– Andi Smith, Priest, Ward End Church

“Ching is a really sweet-natured person. In the few lessons I had with her whilst she was in Leeds, she quickly connected with me at my level of playing ability. Her teaching and encouragement inspires the pupil to learn with confidence.” – Carol

“I really enjoy my lessons. Ching is a professional person and a passionate musician. I encourage people to take lessons with her.” – Beatris, Sociologist

More testimonials can be found at our Testimonial Page.