Welcome to Medway Towns Music Centre!
Medway Towns Music Centre (MTMC) is a vibrant local music hub located in the heart of the community. As the largest music centre in Kent and Medway, we are proud to welcome over 200 members every week.
We offer an extensive range of lessons and ensembles for musicians of all ages, backgrounds, and interests. With over 20 different ensembles and a team of talented teachers, MTMC has something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out.
MTMC is the perfect place to connect with the local music community, providing excellent music education outside of school hours. Regardless of whether your school offers lessons and groups, MTMC ensures you have the opportunity to pursue your musical passion.
We look forward to welcoming you on your musical journey!
First half term free for new group members!
If you join any Music Centre as a new group member, you can enjoy completely free group sessions until the next half-term break or holiday. Please note that this offer applies to group membership only, not individual lessons. Find out more in our Terms & Conditions.
Join us now to make music and save!
Ensemble Scholarship Scheme
The Friends of Medway Towns Music Centre are delighted to renew their Ensemble Scholarship scheme for ten new applicants from September!
The scholarship covers Centre membership fees for a year. Applications are welcome from musicians of all ages (including adults) who are new to MTMC, are at least Grade 2 standard or equivalent, and wish to attend a minimum of two ensembles a week.
To apply or find out more, please email the team at fomtmc@gmail.com.
Term dates 2024 – 2025
| Term | Dates | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | September 7th, 14th, 28th; October 5th, 12th, 19th | 8.30am – 1.30pm |
| Term 2 | November 2nd, 9th, 23rd (Concert Day) | 8.30am – 1.30pm |
| Term 3 | January 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th; February 1st, 8th, 15th | 8.30am – 1.30pm |
| Term 4 | March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th (Concert Day) | 8.30am – 1.30pm |
| Term 5 | April 26th; May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th | 8.30am – 1.30pm |
| Term 6 | June 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th (Concert Day) | 8.30am – 1.30pm |
Lessons
Learning to play an instrument or sing is incredibly rewarding, giving you a sense of achievement and a lifelong skill. Our passionate and talented teachers are ready to welcome students of all experience levels and backgrounds.
Instruments we teach:
- Woodwind: Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute, Recorder
- Brass: Cornet, Trumpet, French Horn, Euphonium, Trombone, Tuba
- Strings: Violin, Viola
- Guitar: Acoustic, Classical, Electric, Bass
- Voice
- Drum Kit
- Ukulele
- Piano & Keyboard
Please note: When applying for lessons via the button below, you will need to manually select Medway Towns Music Centre as your location during the application process.
Groups
Joining a local music ensemble like an orchestra, choir, or band can enhance your playing, giving you the opportunity to meet like-minded people, learn new skills, and become a confident musician. Ensembles are always enjoyable, and often there is the opportunity to join in with performances and showcase your talents.
Many of our ensembles may be suitable for children from 6 years old. Please note that if your child is under the age of 11, a parent or carer will be required to stay throughout the time that your child is at the centre.
Find out more about the groups at this Music Centre and apply to join them below. You can also click the button to explore all music groups available through Kent Music.
FAQs
How do I get to the centre?
Use directions as below: If you experience difficulties at any point please phone the Centre Manager on 07860 505693 for assistance.
By road
Take the M2 from either London or East Kent direction, then exit the M2 at junction 3 (A229). Follow the signs to Chatham/Rochester/Maidstone. At the Taddington Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto the A229, and then take the 3rd exit at the Lord Lees Roundabout and keep left. At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Rochester Road/B2097 and follow the road, where the Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School will be on the left.
By rail
Take a National Rail train to Rochester.
From the station, walk along Corporation Street, cross the road and walk along Blue Boar Lane towards Rochester High Street. Head up Crow Lane and then onto Maidstone Road/B2097 until reaching Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School.
Once you arrive at Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School, please enter the school via the main entrance signposted ‘reception’. Upon entry through the main doors you will be greeted by the Medway Towns Music Centre registration desk where members of staff will be able to assist you.
How much does it cost to join the Centre?
We aim to make Music Centre membership as affordable and accessible as possible for everyone who wants to join the music community. Once you’re a member you will have access to all groups at our Music Centres. You can join as many as you wish, no matter which centre you initially signed up at and make even more music! Lessons are an additional charge. However, if you have lessons with us you will receive a 10% discount on your Music Centre membership.
Music Centre membership prices:Age group Price per term Under 18 2024/25 – £52.00 Under 18 2025-26 – £54.00 Over 18 2024-25 – £74.00 Over 18 2025-26 – £77.00
Music lesson prices: Lessons Price per student per lesson Strings
Woodwind
Brass
Percussion
Voice 2024-25
20 minute lesson – £13.50
30 minute lesson – £20.25
40 minute lesson – £27.00
60 minute lesson – £40.50Strings
Woodwind
Brass
Percussion
Voice 2025-26
20 minute lesson – £14.00
30 minute lesson – £21.00
40 minute lesson – £28.00
60 minute lesson – £42.00Piano and keyboard
Music Theory
Music Technology 2024-25
20 minute lesson – £14.00
30 minute lesson – £21.00
40 minute lesson – £28.00
60 minute lesson – £42.00Piano and keyboard
Music Theory
Music Technology 2025-26
20 minute lesson – £14.50
30 minute lesson – £21.75
40 minute lesson – £29.00
60 minute lesson – £43.50
Is financial assistance available?
Our belief is simple: music should be accessible to all. That’s why we offer financial assistance to help you learn and grow. Financial assistance is available for lessons, Music Centre membership, instrument hire, and more. Find out more, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, on the Financial Assistance page.
What if I don’t have my own instrument?
We offer an instrument hire service at affordable rates. You’ll get a discount on your instrument hire if you have lessons with us! This allows students to access high-quality instruments without the need for a significant upfront investment. More information on instrument hire can be found on the Instrument Hire page.
I want to have lessons for an instrument you don’t teach here!
If the lessons you’re looking for aren’t available at this Centre or your school, then we want to know! Please complete our Expression of Interest form via the button below. Completing this will help us plan to expand the instruments and locations in which we teach. Please note, completing the form is not an application for a lesson.
Got another question?
Can’t find what you’re looking for, or want to speak to a member of the team? Give us a call on 01622 691212 or get in touch at the form below.
Financial Assistance
We can support you with the cost of lessons, Music Centre membership, instrument hire and more.