Pop, jazz and rock.
In pop, jazz and rock at Avonia Music Institute in Espoo, students develop their technical skills on their instrument and get to know different styles. Playing together and performing are part of the studies from the start.
How do the studies progress?
In pop, jazz and rock the aim is to develop technical skills on your instrument and to get to know different styles. Playing together is an important part of the studies, and performing is an essential part of the studies.
Students have a weekly lesson of 30, 45 or 60 minutes. Lessons take place at Bändikeidas, Pihatörmä 1 A. Performances begin in the very first year, and the aim is a positive, enjoyable experience for both the student and the audience.
AMP: the roots of African-American music
In pop, jazz and rock, music perception studies are called AMP. The subject focuses on the cultural heritage that this music is built on. Theory, ear training, transcription and band playing are combined into one subject: each weekly lesson has a theory part and a band rehearsal. Read more about AMP.
Instruments and starting age
Choose an instrument and read more on its own page: starting age, teachers, videos and common questions.
- Electric guitar: from age 7 or 8
- Acoustic guitar: from age 7 or 8
- Ukulele: from age 7 or 8
- Electric bass: from age 7 or 8
- Drums: from age 6 or 7
- Piano and keyboards: from age 4
- Pop, jazz and rock singing: from age 11 to 13
Students also play in bands. See orchestras, ensembles and choir. Espoo’s Hobby Path band workshops run at Päivänkehrä, Tiistilä and Tuomarila schools.
Younger children can start with music playschool and preparatory studies.
Term fee
310 €
Basic studies, 30 min per week. Includes the weekly individual lesson, music perception studies and ensemble playing.
All fees →Application periods
4 Nov – 5 Dec and 5 – 22 May
For studies starting in the spring, apply 4 Nov to 5 Dec. For studies starting in the autumn, apply 5 to 22 May. Applications open at 9.00.
How to apply →No entrance exams
First come, first served
Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Studying in English is possible.
How to apply →Pop, jazz and rock: questions and answers.
What is the right starting age?
The starting age depends on the instrument. Drums can be started from age 6 or 7, guitars, ukulele and electric bass from age 7 or 8, piano and keyboards from age 4, and singing from age 11 to 13.
What does AMP mean?
AMP stands for the roots of African-American music. It is the music perception subject of the pop, jazz and rock line. Theory, ear training, transcription and band playing are combined into one subject.
Where do pop, jazz and rock lessons take place?
Lessons take place at Bändikeidas, Pihatörmä 1 A.
Do we need an audition?
No. We do not hold entrance exams for children, because tests on a single day do not tell enough about the prerequisites for successful music studies. Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
How long is a lesson?
Each week, students have a lesson on their main instrument or voice lasting 30, 45 or 60 minutes.
How much do the studies cost?
Basic studies cost 310 € per term for a 30-minute weekly lesson and 370 € for 45 minutes. Advanced studies with a 60-minute weekly lesson cost 380 €. The fee includes the individual lessons, music perception studies and ensemble playing. New students also pay a 15 € registration fee.
When can we apply?
For studies starting in the spring, apply from 4 November to 5 December. For studies starting in the autumn, apply from 5 to 22 May. Applications open at 9.00 and are made in Eepos, which is available in English.
Can my child study in English?
Yes. Your child can study with us in English, even if they do not speak Finnish yet. You can also contact our office in English.
Start your music studies in Espoo.
Places are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are made in Eepos, which is available in English.
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