A World Class Education
The Aberdeen City Music School (ACMS) is one of four Scottish Centres of Excellence for music education, providing exceptionally capable young musicians with the opportunity to reach their full potential. Pupils at ACMS attend Dyce Academy each day for their academic lessons, and then continue with their musical education at ACMS well into the evening. Every week, they receive two hours of lessons on their principal study instrument, as well as time for a second study instrument, music theory lessons, music history classes, and ensemble playing opportunities. ACMS has a boarding facility for pupils out with the Aberdeen area.
ACMS provides pupils with a rigorous and challenging musical education, delivered by a team of highly qualified and experienced tutors. Pupils have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including recital venues, practice rooms, and a recording studio. They also have the opportunity to perform regularly, both internally and externally.
Many ACMS pupils go on to study music professionally and become successful musicians. The school has a strong track record of producing alumni who have achieved international recognition. ACMS graduates have won prestigious competitions, performed with major orchestras, and released critically acclaimed recordings.
Membership of ACMS allows pupils to focus a considerable number of hours per day on their personal practice, whilst giving them the opportunity to create ensembles with their peers, and to perform regularly to external audiences. This unique and supportive environment allows pupils to develop their musical skills and talents to the fullest.
One of the highlights of the school year is the March Concert which takes place at the Aberdeen Music Hall. This prestigious event showcases the talents of the school's ensembles and soloists to a packed audience. ACMS pupils also perform regularly at other venues throughout Scotland.
If you are looking for an opportunity to hear us, come and see an ACMS concert. Our pupils love to perform and are passionate about sharing their music with others. Future concerts are posted on the ACMS website and are free to attend.
We hope to see you at an ACMS concert soon!