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EST. BOLTON

Inspiring Music
Since 1832

Inspiring music for almost 200 years, Booths has seen music influenced from the classical and romantic periods through jazz, dance band and into modern times. We have guided thousands of students and musicians into a lifetime of musical enjoyment either through the scores of dedicated tutors or from retail sales.

With the added introduction of online tutoring to our popular on-site service, we endeavour to be no less committed to provide you with the benefit of our experience in fulfilling your own personal musical journey.   

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Student Achievements

Here we list our students’ most recent achievements. To see the full list of outstanding results and performances, please click the link below. 

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Grade 3 Merit

A big shout out and well done to Matt’s violin student Audrey for achieving a merit in her grade 3

Congrats Helen & Clara

Congratulations to Matt’s students Helen and Clara for fantastic distinctions in their Trinity Grade 1 violin exams!

RNCM Place for Erika

Huge congratulations go to Ruth’s student Erika for achieving a place at the Royal Northern College of Music!

Grade 3 Clarinet

Congrats go to Jane’s student Susan for passing her grade 3 ABRSM clarinet exam this term!

Violin Distinctions

A massive well done goes to Matt’s students Bella, Larna and Adam for achieving distinctions in their grade 1 violin

Piano Merits!

A huge well done to Ruth’s students Malachai and Kaya for completing their grade 2 piano exams, passing with merit!

Grade 5 Merits!

Congratulations go to Audrey’s students Eve and Aisha who have passed their Grade 5 recorder and piano exams respectively with

Congrats Margaret!

Big well done to Ruth’s student Margaret for passing her grade 4 singing exam!

Tutors Wanted! 

If you are interested in joining the tuition team here at Booths and being part of the shops’s near 200 year history, please feel free to drop in for a chat or send your CV over to info@boothsmusic.co.uk.

Due to growing demand we have extra teacher vacancies for the following instruments: 

  • Woodwind
  • Piano
  • Vocals
  • Cello

Inspiring music in Bolton since 1832

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Student Achievements

Here we list our students’ most recent achievements. To see the full list of outstanding results and performances, please click the link below.

Grade 3 Merit

A big shout out and well done to Matt’s violin student Audrey for achieving a merit in her grade 3 exam!

Congrats Helen & Clara

Congratulations to Matt’s students Helen and Clara for fantastic distinctions in their Trinity Grade 1 violin exams!

RNCM Place for Erika

Huge congratulations go to Ruth’s student Erika for achieving a place at the Royal Northern College of Music!

Grade 3 Clarinet

Congrats go to Jane’s student Susan for passing her grade 3 ABRSM clarinet exam this term!

Violin Distinctions

A massive well done goes to Matt’s students Bella, Larna and Adam for achieving distinctions in their grade 1 violin exams!

Piano Merits!

A huge well done to Ruth’s students Malachai and Kaya for completing their grade 2 piano exams, passing with merit!
Full List

TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES

If you are interested in joining the tuition team here at Booths and being part of the shops’s near 200 year history, please feel free to drop in for a chat or send your CV over to info@boothsmusic.co.uk.

We currently have teacher vacancies for the following instruments: 

  • Woodwind
  • Piano
  • Vocals
  • Cello

Latest News & Offers

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There has been a great deal of interest in the new range of gift vouchers, now available both online and in store.

Tokens can be purchased for monetary amounts, any number of music lessons and professional guitar set ups.

Each unit comes mounted in a stylish presentation wallet that can be posted out to any UK address to save you the hassle of coming into town. Please visit boothsmusic.co.uk/online-shop/ to order vouchers or for more information.

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There has been a great deal of interest in the new range of gift vouchers, now available both online and in store. Tokens can be purchased for monetary amounts, any number of music lessons and professional guitar set ups. Each unit comes mounted in a stylish presentation wallet that can be posted out to any UK address to save you the hassle of coming into town. Please visit https://boothsmusic.co.uk/online-shop/ to order vouchers or for more information. #GiftTokens #giftvouchers #musicalgifts #music #musicshop #bolton #est1832 #ChristmasGifts #christmasshopping
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GOOD LUCK to everybody who is sitting a RSL Awards graded music exam here at our centre today.

There has been such a high standard of talent so far this morning. Just remember that music is supposed to be fun and this is a chance to show off your musicianship while enjoying the experience.

Staff are on hand at all times to help with any questions or technical advice you may need. Don’t be afraid to give one of us a shout, whatever you may need.

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GOOD LUCK to everybody who is sitting a RSL Awards graded music exam here at our centre today. There has been such a high standard of talent so far this morning. Just remember that music is supposed to be fun and this is a chance to show off your musicianship while enjoying the experience. Staff are on hand at all times to help with any questions or technical advice you may need. Dont be afraid to give one of us a shout, whatever you may need. #musicexams #musiclessons #musicschool #musictuition #music #rockschool #RSLAwards #bolton #est1832
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Our brand new and stylish gift vouchers make for excellent gifts for the musician in your life.

We often see puzzled customers in the shop, trying to buy for a friend or family member who plays an musical instrument but has literally EVERYTHING.

Make your buying situation much easier by gifting a monetary token that they can use to exchange for any goods from stock.

Can’t get into town? No problem – we can organise electronic payment and post any amount of vouchers out to you.

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Our brand new and stylish gift vouchers make for excellent gifts for the musician in your life. We often see puzzled customers in the shop, trying to buy for a friend or family member who plays an musical instrument but has literally EVERYTHING. Make your buying situation much easier by gifting a monetary token that they can use to exchange for any goods from stock. Cant get into town? No problem - we can organise electronic payment and post any amount of vouchers out to you. #GiftTokens #xmas2023 #xmaspresentideas #musicalgifts #giftvoucher #musicshop #music #bolton #est1832Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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This fantastic double bass belonging to a family of good customers has recently been through the workshop to have a David Gage String Instruments "Realist" bass pickup fitted as well as a bit of tweaking the the bridge and pegs.

It now plays perfectly, stays in tune and can be plugged in to amplify those low frequencies.

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This fantastic double bass belonging to a family of good customers has recently been through the workshop to have a David Gage String Instruments Realist bass pickup fitted as well as a bit of tweaking the the bridge and pegs. It now plays perfectly, stays in tune and can be plugged in to amplify those low frequencies. #instrumentworkshop #instrumentrepair #doublebass #stringspecialists #stringedinstrument #music #musicshop #est1832 The Sound Post Ltd
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Music Lessons at Booths

If you already know your chosen instrument and simply want to check availability, either phone us on 01204 522908 or fill in the enquiry form below.

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Alternatively, discover more through the links below.

Drums

Three dedicated drum rooms for all styles.

Guitar

Electric, acoustic, bass, classical & uke.

Piano

Any age, all styles, all exam boards covered.

Vocals

Singing for fun, exams or professional work.

Strings

Expert tutors for violin, viola and more.

Brass

Availability for trumpet, cornet, trombone & more.

Woodwind

Saxophone, clarinet, flute lessons all covered.

Piano

Any age, all styles, all exam boards covered.

Guitar

Electric, acoustic, bass, classical & uke.

Drums

Three dedicated drum rooms for all styles.

Vocals

Singing for fun, exams or professional work.

Strings

Expert tutors for violin, viola and more.

Woodwind

Saxophone, clarinet, flute lessons all covered.

Brass

Availability for trumpet, cornet, trombone and more.

How does it work?

Read more about the tuition process here at Booths, what to consider and how to book in for music lessons in store or online. Click the icon above to read more. 

What do we teach?

We teach all popular instruments in various styles. All lessons at Booths are one-to-one to provide maximum productivity. All exam boards covered. Click the icon above to read more. 

Meet the team

Read through all the individual profiles of over 30 enthusiastic and experienced music tutors across all instruments as well as the staff here at Booths. Click the icon above to read more. 

Achievements and Testimonials

Read through our latest student achievements at our Bolton centre as well as testimonials from musicians and customers.

STUDENT INSTRUMENTS & MUSIC

Discover our own Booths Music range of student guitars, brass, woodwind and violins and see what sheet music we have in stock. 

EXAM CENTRE

Booths is proud to be an official RSL (Rockschool) exam centre, welcoming hundreds of enthusiastic candidates every year.

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    On-Site Music Lessons

    Read more about how our on-site music lessons work at our Bolton centre. Simply fill in the enquiry form below and we'll find a weekly day and time that works for you. These include after school times until 9pm, Saturdays and Sundays.

    Online Music Lessons

    Discover more about our online music lessons, available throughout the week. We use Zoom technology to arrange one-to-one lessons with all popular instruments at a day and time that is convenient for you.

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    The Shop

    Discover more about BOOTHS

    Read more about our stock and history.

    The UK's oldest music retailer in the same family since 1832

    Booths Music shop is situated on Churchgate in Bolton and has been one of Bolton’s leading musical instrument shops since 1832. It was Mr. James Booth, who is the great, great, great, great grandfather of the present owners who originally founded the music shop. His passion for music has been passed down through the generations and to all our expert staff and music tutors.

    Our music shop stocks a wide range of new and preowned musical instruments and accessories from guitar tutor books, banjo’s and electric violins to guitars, brass and woodwind instruments. We also have a workshop instore and can help with all musical instrument repairs and restoriations including professional guitar set ups.

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    What do we stock?

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    Booths Student Instruments

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    Student Guitar Range

    These new products are of good quality and will see you a student happily through to intermediate level.

    From £75.00

    Booths Woodwind Instruments

    Discover our range of woodwind instruments including student saxophones, flutes and clarinets. 

    From £159

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    Student, Intermediate & Advanced Violins

    Upon delivery, all sizes of beginner violins are taken to the workroom where each and every one is individually set up.

    From £99

    Booths Brass Instruments

    Perfect for the beginner brass player, discover our individually-checked trumpets and cornets. 

    From £179

    Brass Student Instruments

    Repairs

    INSTRUMENT AND ELECTRONIC REPAIRS

    Conducted at our Bolton workshop, Booths Music’s instrument repair service covers everything from professional guitar setups, instrument restoration and all manner of musical instrument repairs.

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    Discover our new instrument collection service

    Have your instrument picked up and returned to your address for £10.

    GUITAR SETUPS

    From £40 + Strings

    WOODWIND REPAIRS

    Services & Setups

    BRASS, STRINGS & MORE

    Setups, Damage, Services

    EFFECTS & AMPLIFIER REPAIRS

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      Recording Studio

      Booths Music has an in-built recording studio, available to hire with engineer for only £34 per hour.

      Previously known as Talent Pool, our studio is ideal for singer songwriters, smaller groups and any project that needs a professional recording, including music, voice-over work and more. Sessions in the studio are £34 per hour with a minimum of 2 hours. If you wish to enquire, please click the read more button below where you can fill in our contact form. 

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      Store & Tuition Opening Times

      TEMPORARY COVID-19 STORE TIMES

      MONDAY: 10:00 am – 16:00 pm

      TUESDAY:  CLOSED

      WEDNESDAY: 10:00 am – 16:00 pm

      THURSDAY: CLOSED

      FRIDAY: 10:00 am – 16:00 pm

      SATURDAY: 10:00 am – 16:00 pm

      SUNDAY: CLOSED

      Please note, lessons are only available online for the time being until in-store teaching is deemed safe to do so.

      STORE TIMES

      MONDAY: 10:00 am – 18:00 pm

      TUESDAY: 10:00 am – 18:00 pm

      WEDNESDAY: 10:00 am – 18:00 pm

      THURSDAY: 10:00 am – 18:00 pm

      FRIDAY: 10:00 am – 17:30 pm

      SATURDAY: 09:00 am – 17:30 pm

      SUNDAY: Open December 11/12/22 & 18/12/22 11:00 – 16:00

      Please note, whilst the shop closes at 6pm during the week, the school however stays open until 9pm.

      TUITION HOURS

      MONDAY: 10:00 am – 21:00 pm

      TUESDAY: 10:00 am – 21:00 pm

      WEDNESDAY: 10:00 am – 21:00 pm

      THURSDAY: 10:00 am – 21:00 pm

      FRIDAY: 10:00 am – 18:00 pm

      SATURDAY: 09:00 am – 17:30 pm

      SUNDAY: CLOSED

      Please note, tuition closing times may vary from week to week dependent on teacher schedules.

      GET IN TOUCH

      For any general enquiries please fill in the form below, call 01204 522908 or come in store.

      Booths Music
      17 Churchgate, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 1HU 

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