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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was only eight years old when he composed his first symphony. Was Mozart a child prodigy? Of course! But Mozart's genius most likely flourished thanks to his father, a gifted teacher who nurtured his young son’s musical curiosity by making lessons challenging, yet fun.

Learning any aspect of music is stimulating, rewarding and enriching, and not just for children, but for adults too.

The site at http://www.musicschool.org.uk makes it easy for anyone to find a music tutor in his or her local area. All types of instrument (including voice) are covered, and all genres of music. Whether your looking for a learn to play classical clarinet, jazz piano or rock drums you can find a teacher in your local area.

The site itself consists of 4 main sections:

1. Homepage: this is the central part of the site that offers a free search facility of the on-line directory of music teachers. You simply select the instrument you are interested in, and the region where you live and a list of corresponding teachers is produced. The search service is free, and you can customize your search further by style or ability if desired.

2. Tutors Register: if you are a music teacher you can use this section to register your details with the site.

3. Our Partners: the site is developing partnerships with a variety of music shops and other retailers and these can be found in this section.

4. Links: includes links to societies and organizations of interest to musicians.

The site is well laid out, not too overcomplicated and easy to navigate.

So, why not take a cue from Mr. Mozart? Turn your kids into music lovers – and nurture their natural talents, too. And you adults..its never too late to learn!

A final benefit of the site, is that anyone contacting a music tutor due to the musicschool.org.uk search faility can claim one free half hour lesson with no obligation!

The search facility can be found at http://www.musicschool.org.uk. Tutors wishing to register can do so online, or request a registration pack from: PO Box 71, Holmfirth, HD9 7WA.