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Kickstart Your Child's Imagination!

Welcome to The Valencia Academy of Music in Spain! With us we take your child on an adventure as they discover how to play their instrument and get immersed in all the fantastic topics about music. We've got the most comprehensive music programs for students as they rapidly learn their instrument and or develop their singing voice in performance mode.

Lesson Structure

We provide Online Music Lessons to children from 6+ years of age. This prepares them for Band Performance Mode in which alongside their program material, they receive Band Project material once the student starts to settle and become more confident. All our lessons are conducted in English.

Music Ability

Musical ability is not pre-determined and as proven by scientists featured in the book "This Is Your Brain On Music" by Daniel Levitin (Click Here), there is no such thing as a gifted child or person. Anybody can become great if they put their mind to it. Our philosophy makes students believe in themselves and encourages them to be better, while at the same time having fun! Music should never be about competition. Music is about taking part and enjoying yourself. Here are just a few sample performnces from our students at The Valencia Academy of Music.

Building The Complete Musician

With over 9 years teaching experience, Mark Stanford the owner of The Valencia Academy Of Music has developed the most comprehensive custom built online programs for Piano, Guitar & Singing of which rapidly teach students their instrument and the theory behind their instrument. Students not only learn how to perform on their instrument but also learn about all the other exciting aspects of music and its technology. They also learn how to write songs, record and mix those songs online which ultimately improves their "active listening" abilities.

Advantages Of Online Music Lessons

Fluent English instruction – Ideal for expats, international students, and bilingual families living in Valencia who prefer clear, native-level communication.

No travel time in the city – Avoid Valencia traffic and public transport; lessons happen from the comfort of your home.

Flexible scheduling – Online lessons easily fit around school, work, and Mediterranean lifestyle hours.

Access from anywhere in Valencia – Whether you live in the city center, beach areas, or surrounding towns, lessons are equally accessible.

International teaching standards – English-speaking teacher follows globally recognized music methods and curricula.

Personalized one-to-one focus – Online format allows tailored lessons based on each student’s goals and level.

Perfect for relocation families – Consistency in language and teaching style for students who move frequently.

Modern learning tools – Use of digital sheet music, backing tracks, and interactive apps enhances progress.

Specialized Music Programs

Here you will find a list of our customized published MusicWave Books for Piano, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar and Singing that are available to our students. There are five levels in each instrument category and our emphasis is placed upon music performance at the beginning and later supported with music theory.

Our Music Programs

With our programs students will learn:

-Music Performance on Piano, Acoustic / Electric Guitar and or Singing

-Weekly Progress Reports via email for Students & Parents

-Music Theory (Chords, Scales, Arpeggios, Modes etc.)

-Warm Up Drills & Technique

-Instrumental Playing

-How To Compose Songs

-Listening Skills

-How To Perform in a Band

-Music Production Skills and much more..

About Your Tutor

Mark Stanford is the owner, engineer and resident music producer of The Valencia Academy Of Music. He has recently moved his music school and production studio from Ireland to Valencia, Spain. Stanford is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, performer, producer, professional sheet music arranger & music teacher.

Stanford has a BA (Hons) Degree In Music Production & Composition from Pulse College, Dublin, Ireland and is also a Certified Member of Winter NAMM, the largest music industry organization in the world (www.namm.org). You can listen to some music production samples of Stanford's work below. Some are original songs composed by Stanford and some are Piano Covers with published sheet music created by Stanford for his students.

Testimonials

Here are just a few testimonials from students of The Valencia Academy of Music.

James (13 yrs)

Mark has been teaching my son Guitar for over two years now and I feel my boy has changed significantly, growing in more confidence. Mark's patience with him makes my son feel relaxed and he so looks forward to his music lesson each week. Thank you so much!

- R. Grimes, Ireland

Maria (12 yrs)

After recently moving back to Spain I thought my daughter would give up playing piano. However, with Mark continuing to provide lessons online to her she has come on leaps and bounds. Mark always makes the lessons enjoyable, funny and full of life for my daughter and she has even performed in school shows! Much appreciated.

- J. Esperan, Spain

Sabrina (9 yrs)

I cannot thank you enough for all that you do for my child every week. You take the time to ask about her day before each lesson which relaxes her and with your calm attitude you get her to listen attentively as she plays her sheet music. Her talent is growing as time goes on. She loves her music!

- E. Williams, UK

Elina (7 yrs)

Mark is a wonderful patient teacher. My daughter loves her music and getting to play her own songs motivates her to play the other songs Mark gives her. Introducing her to other styles of music opens her mind and I find myself singing the songs while she plays her piano in the kitchen! Thanks.

- V. Alvarez, Spain

Book Your Free Online Class Today!

Professional online music lessons for Guitar, Piano & Singing are conducted in English from The Valencia Academy of Music in Spain. Your 1st Lesson is for FREE so contact Mark Stanford NOW by phone or on WhatsApp @ +34 614 37 98 06. Online Lessons are @ €25 per 30 mins. Students who attend any English School in Valencia listed below receive a 20% Discount, so lessons are €20 per 30 mins (i.e., €80 per month). If your school is not listed contact us to see if you are entitled to this discount.

20% Discount if student attends any of these schools

Academia La Pagoda, AIP Language Institute, American College Innovation Lab, American School of Valencia, Brave Generation Academy, British College La Cañada, British School Alzira, British School Gandia, British School of Valencia, British School Xativa, Cambridge House British International School, Caxton College, Colegio Internacional Ausiàs March, Costa de Valencia, escuela de español,Cumbres School Valencia, Edelweiss School, Don Quijote escuela de español, El Plantio International School, Enforex Valencia, English School Los Olivos, Entrenaranjos International School, EOI València-Saïdia, Españolé International House Valencia, Fedele Comunidad Valenciana, Guadalaviar School, Hispania, escuela de español, Iale International School, Imagine Montessori School, International School Levante, International Waldorf School Valencia, Julio Verne School, La Devesa School Carlet, Mammolina Montessori International School, Mas Camarena International School, Second Body Montessori, Shackleton International School, Valencia Montessori School.........

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