Updates

Posted 24 June 2024

The voice is an instrument like any other . Perhaps even the most amasing and complex of all. Just like other instruments like a Ukulele or Piano, you get better and better over time when singing over time.

Kids learn to understand the voice, to control the vocal cords , to use the resonating spaces and the breath .

Learners will notice how, step by step, inch by inch, they are able to control the notes and breath better. A good dose of self-confidence indeed!  Its been noted that singing can reverse bad moods and depression, and it costs nothing to sing when you're at home, zero.

When they sing together with others , they feel connected to them. Kids and adults feel happy, protected and simply at ease in a singing community .  A choir, a band or simply the group singing together spontaneously form a unity of like-minded people.

Enrolment in a one-to-one or group singing course is an excellent way for kids to progress more quickly and to receive high-quality personalised singing instruction. 

We can help your kids hit the right note for their favourite song.  We're here to help.  At Belfast Dreams School of Music, You are our Star! 

Posted 14 June 2024

Why is playing Piano Keyboard so much fun?

~Super light weight to carry about the house

~Easily transportable to playing locations

~300 Built in Sounds to play multiple instruments (flutes, horns, strings)

~Built-in Metronome to keep your timing

~In built Rhythms and Percussion sounds

~Headphone area to focus your practise and not disturb others

~A sustain feature to sound more realistic like in a band or orchestra

Whether you’re learning new chords, playing notes, how to read sheet music, or trying to play your favourite song from the radio , you can get by without a tonne of buttons or unnecessary effects — a simple setup and a power source are all you’ll really need to start playing some tunes or scales. RS Jan 2024

As always we are happy to help with all your musical needs including Piano/Keyboard.

At Belfast Dreams School of Music, You are our Star!

Posted 2 June 2024

If you’re one whose musical tastes developed in the 90s, then these names are going to bringing back a lot of memories as you read.

Not only will it be a trip down memory lane for those who were raised in music during the 90s era, it may have given some feeling of a second brand of 60s music, first to fans of classic rock who have discovered these 90s bands, but those as well from younger generations who weren't around for either the 60s or 90s but love the music anyway.

Give a if you remember or still listen to these?

Nirvana

Green day

Red Hot Chilli Peppers

The Cranberries (perhaps the last rugby match:))

Pearl Jam

Oasis

Blur

Alice in Chains

Soundgarden

Why does it matter to music lovers and musicians ?  So many of us listen to, or play the music of either decades or both and may not always see the connection or similarities.  That's due to the engineering which is so much better over the in-between years.  Think about the last time you were out and saw a live show, bet fred it wasn't exactly like the 60s sound unless it was a tribute band.

We can bring those eras together for you, to improve your playing or singing style using both decades .  These ideas are life changing, when you realise how much you know already and can apply them right now, even today to your singing or playing style.

Posted 17 March 2024

No matter who you're with, if its family, kids or your best mate, have a fabulous and enjoyable St Patrick's Day 2024!  Our in-house Band Finvarra will be performing four times throughout the day.  Connect to the band site at https://sites.google.com/view/finvarraband/home

Posted 25 January 2024

Many people find that learning to play guitar using traditional methods is too difficult, overwhelming and time consuming. And because of this difficulty, many people give up on their dreams of learning to play guitar - and sing even - because the guitar learning techniques were inadequate.

Luckily though, now days you can get one-to-one and group guitar lessons that teach a new and revolutionary way to learn guitar that produces fast and effective results, not to mention the joy of success. These new guitar lesson techniques make learning guitar fun and easy.

Posted 8 December 2023

Teenagers combo Guitar and Singing Lesson Groups Launched in December 2023!  These lessons will help your teen gain confidence in their playing and singing.  Additionally, we add our up to date recording techniques to provide that professional quality to their results, using AI.

Posted on 22 January 2024

🤳🙋‍♂️💁🤷‍♀️🤦‍♂️🕺Our launch of guitar and song combo courses is on in January 2024. Ring us for details about getting your teen involved with performing and recording.🧏‍♂️🙋‍♀️🧏‍♀️💁🤳💃
At Belfast Dreams School of Music, You are our Star!

Posted on 22 January 2024

👧👦🎉Great ideas for older kids this New Year; ukulele or guitar lessons. When it's about fingers, some instruments may be difficult in the early years, but when children reach 7 to 10 years on, this is a brilliant opportunity to get them started on strings.🎸🏃‍♀️🏃

Posted on 7 December 2023

🎅🎅🌟🌟Great ideas for young kids this Christmas; singing or keyboards or both. When it's about fingers, some instruments may be difficult in the early years, that's why we offer singing and keyboards to children 5 to 8 years on special to get them started. 🌟🌟🎅🎅

Posted on 21 December 2023

Great ideas for young kids this Christmas; singing or keyboards or both.  When it's about fingers, some instruments may be difficult in the early years, that's why we offer singing and keyboards to children 5 to 8 years on special to get them started. 

Posted on 10 July 2023

Music and AI technology are at the heart of music-making in todays world, whether using software to layer up the music you want to write, or even inventing new instruments with brand new sounds. if your interest is in creating a song or mixing other songs, sign up  for the Belfast Dreams School of Music's summer programmes to get your music the right sound. 

The course is 4 weeks over the summer on Thursday afternoons at 3pm, starting on 3 August, lasting one hour.  All ages and abilities, just an interest in Music technology .  We have are aiming for 4 - 6 people ideally, if you’re passionate about music and want to enhance your music-making skills with technology, sign up for the Belfast Dreams School of Music’s summer programmes. You are in for an exciting ride!

Ring Mick or Charmy at 078 5625 6653

Posted on 26 November 2023

We're just around the corner... What type of lessons do you need?

Guitar 6 & 12 String
Banjo 4 & 5 String
Ukulele
Mandolin
Irish Bouzouki
Vocals and Singing
Songwriting
State of the Art Home Studio Recordings

For both one-to-one and groups

At Belfast Dreams School of Music
~At Belfast Dreams, You are our Star!

Posted on 25 September 2023

One of our members from as far back as the 90s is Geoff pictured here on the island of Inis Mór in Galway. 🌴 Before taking out his Bodhran, Geoff is showing us the art of standing up in 80 to 90 mph winds 🌬 no matter if its playing outdoors, playing inside with the windows open or even on a boat in the Atlantic! ⚓️

Geoff's famous line was, 'if the wind stops blowing the sheep🐑 and cows🐄 would fall over' still rings true today. The song 'I'm Still Standing' or 'Blowing in the Wind' comes to mind. 😎 As always, Geoff would never miss a beat! 🥁

You never know when entertaining what the environment might be. Expect the unexpected, as you have to be ready for anything! 😁 Equipment ready, lines in place will always be helpful 🎤🪗🎻, but when out on the western islands as shown here, the residents 👦👩‍🦱 might want instant renditions of their favourite song when seeing the bodhran and guitars coming their way down the footpaths during the 'blow' of an afternoon.

If you need any help in fixing those niggly issues when playing in unfamiliar places 🚣‍♀️or 🛳, whether large halls, smalls halls, in the windy outdoors or at your nannas house, ring us, book at time and we'll help you sort out every part of your important event. 🎉

At Belfast Dreams School of Music, You are our Star! 🎖

Best regards, Charmy and Mick 

Post on 10 July 2023

We are looking for 4 to 6 people interested in a creative song writing course for this year's schools summer programme. During the course, you will have access to plenty of learning materials to choose from, such as samples , exercises, and techniques that will help you develop your songwriting skills.

We will also showcase some expressive ideas and examples of successful songwriters like Paul McCartney (song notes above), who will inspire you to find your own voice and style while staying true to yourself.  You'll learn about melody ,  and harmony , ase well as lyrics, chords, structure, combining them into a memorable song. You'll also gain valuable insights about exciting opportunities available to songwriters today.

The course is 4 weeks over the summer in August and an hour each.  It begins Wednesday afternoons at 4pm beginning 2 August 2023.

We can certainly help one another by giving each other ideas and support , while collaborating together on songs that matter to each of us, and meet others who desire the same thing.  Brilliant!  All ages and abilities welcome.

Ring Mick or Charmy at 078 56256653 for more information.