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.

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

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

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!

TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES

We currently have teacher vacancies for the following instruments:

Woodwind
Piano
Vocals
Cello

Latest News & Offers

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.

Alternatively, discover more through the links below.

Drums

Three dedicated drum rooms for all styles.

Guitar

Electric, acoustic, bass, classical & uke.

Vocals

Singing for fun, exams or professional work.

Guitar

Electric, acoustic, bass, classical & uke.

Drums

Three dedicated drum rooms for all styles.

Vocals

Singing for fun, exams or professional work.

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.

The Shop

Discover more about BOOTHS

What do we stock?

The History of booths

Opening Hours

Booths Student Instruments

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

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

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.

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

Expert Electronics Repair

Enquire About a Repair or Setup

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.

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 10th, 17th & 24th 2023 11:00 – 15:00

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

Message Us

info@boothsmusic.co.uk

Give us a call
01204 522908

Company No. 2257271

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