Questors Young Musicians Club
QYMC — frequently asked questions
What is QYMC?
QYMC stands for 'Questors Young Musicians Club'. Set up in the 1960s, its main aims are to provide music tuition for a wide range of children and instill a lasting love of music. Lessons are usually in small groups and are held on Saturday mornings at Fielding Primary School, Ealing.
Can anyone have lessons at QYMC?
Yes, providing you're keen and can attend on Saturday mornings! We cater primarily for children aged 3 to 18, although if there is sufficient demand and time available we have been known to run classes for parents.
Where are classes held?
Classes are held at Fielding Primary School, Wyndham Road, London, W13 9TE. Classes can be any time between 9.00am and 1.15pm.
Does everyone learn the same things?
No! Each child has a personal timetable suited to what they want to learn, and the level they are at. There are also loads of options to join ensembles, singing groups and the orchestra if you want to.
What are the lessons like?
Lessons are generally half an hour long, and are given in small groups. We have a team of around fifteen teachers, and every instrument is taught by a specialist.
What are ensembles?
Ensembles are groups in which there are several different parts playing together. They give children the opportunity to play a variety of styles of music and are great fun. They are also a good way of practising sight-reading and improving listening skills. There are ensembles for most instruments and there are a variety of standards. For more information check out the ensembles page: ensembles
An impromptu duet when a spare piano can be found
Who runs QYMC?
The club is run by a committee of parents, and we try to create a friendly atmosphere. Everyone (parents, friends, pupils, teachers) mucks in with the work of running the club, so that we can keep costs down, and make it a friendly place for all!
There's always a friendly face at the desk
Does QYMC have any links with the Questors Theatre?
In the dim and distant past the two organisations were linked, but now we share only the name and a few pupils.
What do I do next?
Turn up on a term time Saturday morning, and talk to us in person for more information, or contact us.