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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.   

Pre-Owned Instruments Mailing List

Be First in the queue with our used instruments mailingn list. When something new comes through the door, you’ll hear about it first.

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

Nyle’s Distinction!

Jade’s pupil Nyle smashed his grade 3 ABRSM piano exam, passing with a well earned distinction. Well done Nyle!

Kaya’s Merit!

A massive well done to Ruth’s student Kaya for a achieving a merit in her grade 3 piano exam!

Elsie & Dirava

A huge shout out to Ruth’s students Elsie & Dirava for recent distinctions in grade 1 musical theatre and grade

Well Done Grace!

A big shout out to Audrey’s pupil Grace for recently passing her grade 6 piano exam!

Dhrithi’s Distinction!

A superb result for Audrey’s singing student Dhrithi, who earned a fantastic distinction in her grade 3 ABRSM exam, well

Congrat Shane!

James’ student Shane deserves huge congrats, firstly for a distinction in his grade 8 drum exam, but also for being

Guitar success!

Congrats go out to Nick’s guitar student Tobi for a fantastic merit result in his debut grade!

Grade 8 92%

A special mention and a massive well done to James’ drummer and long time student Johanne for a fantastic 92%

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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Gift Vouchers, Lessons & Setups

Music Lessons

All instruments covered one-to-one tuition

Instrument Repairs

Professional setups, services & restorations

News & Offers

The latest from our social media

The Shop & History

What we sell & our almost 200-year history

Recording Studio

Ideal for singer songwriters & small groups

Pre-Owned Instruments Mailing List

Be First in the queue with our used instruments mailingn list. When something new comes through the door, you’ll hear about it first.

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

Nyle’s Distinction!

Jade’s pupil Nyle smashed his grade 3 ABRSM piano exam, passing with a well earned distinction. Well done Nyle!

Kaya’s Merit!

A massive well done to Ruth’s student Kaya for a achieving a merit in her grade 3 piano exam!

Elsie & Dirava

A huge shout out to Ruth’s students Elsie & Dirava for recent distinctions in grade 1 musical theatre and grade 3 singing exams respectively!

Well Done Grace!

A big shout out to Audrey’s pupil Grace for recently passing her grade 6 piano exam!
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Dhrithi’s Distinction!

A superb result for Audrey’s singing student Dhrithi, who earned a fantastic distinction in her grade 3 ABRSM exam, well done Dhrithi!

Congrat Shane!

James’ student Shane deserves huge congrats, firstly for a distinction in his grade 8 drum exam, but also for being accepted into the Royal Northern College of Music!

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

5 days ago
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Have you seen the new series release of the hysterically funny "Alma’s Not Normal" on the tellybox and BBC iplayer this week? Sophie Willan and gang visited us earlier in the year to film a short section of this episode. Laugh out loud comedy at its finest, a must watch! See MoreSee Less

Have you seen the new series release of the hysterically funny Almas Not Normal on the tellybox and BBC iplayer this week? Sophie Willan and gang visited us earlier in the year to film a short section of this episode. Laugh out loud comedy at its finest, a must watch!
6 days ago
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Guitar tuition is incredibly popular right now and most of our tutors are fully booked at peak times. To meet this demand, Jack Gregory has expanded his schedule to make Thursday after school and evening slots available.

I have emailed everybody on the waiting list and so slot are likely to get snapped up quickly but if you might be interested in booking yourself or your child in for a session with Jack, please call 01204522908 or email lessons@boothsmusic.co.uk to discuss further.

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Guitar tuition is incredibly popular right now and most of our tutors are fully booked at peak times. To meet this demand, Jack Gregory has expanded his schedule to make Thursday after school and evening slots available. 

I have emailed everybody on the waiting list and so slot are likely to get snapped up quickly but if you might be interested in booking yourself or your child in for a session with Jack, please call 01204522908 or email lessons@boothsmusic.co.uk to discuss further.

#guitarlessons #guitartuition #guitarteacher #musiclessons #musicschool #musicspecialists #boltontowncentre #est1832
1 week ago
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James’ drum pupil Jasmine has recently starred in an awesome advertisement video for Yamaha Music Global. You can see her rocking out in this clip.

For more information on our drum tuition services, please visit www.boothsmusic.co.uk.
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2 weeks ago
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Check out our mates in Trojan – UK Metal smashing out "Only the Strong Survive" at Into Battle Fest, KYTTARO Live Club / ΚΥΤΤΑΡΟ in Greece. See MoreSee Less

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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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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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.

    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

    Recording Studio

    Booths Music has an in-built recording studio, available to hire with engineer for only £50 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 £50 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.

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    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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    01204 522908

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