Lifelong Learning
Lifelong Learning
Begin, deepen, or revive your relationship with music and performance with Ireland's leading teachers at the Royal Irish Academy of Music.
Welcome to RIAM Lifelong Learning.
Begin, deepen, or revive your relationship with music and performance.
The RIAM Lifelong Learning provides expert group coaching, special topic training, and Continuous Professional Development to music enthusiasts and professionals. No matter your ability, experience, or age, you can develop a deep and lasting connection to music through new learning, inspirational leaders, and shared experiences.
RIAM’s world-class faculty of performers and educators lead courses across a range of musical disciplines including group performance (classical and jazz), musicianship, music history and appreciation, and Continuous Professional Development for music professionals.
Whether you are a full-time or part-time musician, teacher, hobbyist, or amateur with professional ambitions, the RIAM Lifelong Learning is a fun, creative and supportive home for music education in Ireland.
Vibrant music courses, open to all. Find your passion.
If you are interested in joining an Adult Division Group lesson but unsure about your entry-level (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced), please click here to access our self-assessment tool.
Please note: Adult Division group class participants must supply their own instruments for their lessons. (Exception piano-related classes).
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Spring 2027 Adult Division Group Classes
(Available Places 09/11/2026 - 5:00 PM)
| Class | Level | Day | Time | Places left |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cello |
Beginner level (I) Beginner (II) Intermediate |
Monday Beginner (II) Wednesday |
8pm-9pm 7pm-8pm 7pm-8pm |
2 3 3 |
| Clarinet/Sax |
Beginner Intermediate Intermediate |
Monday Monday Monday |
7pm-8pm 6pm-7pm 8pm-9pm |
4 4 4 |
| Classical Piano |
Beginner (I) Beginner (I) Beginner (I) Beginner (II) Intermediate Intermediate |
Monday Thursday Thursday Monday Tuesday Tuesday |
7pm-8pm 6pm-7pm 8pm-9pm 6pm-7pm 7pm-8pm 8pm-9pm |
2 2 2 1 1 2 |
| Flute |
Intermediate Intermediate |
Monday Wednesday |
7pm-8pm 6pm-7pm |
1 4 |
| French Horn | Intermediate | Saturdays | 9:30-10:30am | 4 |
| Classical Guitar |
Beginner Intermediate |
Wednesday Wednesday |
6pm-7pm 7pm-8pm |
5 4 |
| Jazz Guitar |
Beginner Intermediate |
Thursday Thursday |
7pm-8pm 8pm-9pm |
5 4 |
| Percussion |
Beginner Intermediate |
Monday Monday |
8pm-9pm 7pm-8pm |
5 4 |
| Singing |
Beginner level (I) Beginner level (II) Intermediate Intermediate |
Monday Thursday Monday Thursday |
6pm-7pm 6pm-7pm 7pm-8pm 7pm-8pm |
5 2 4 3 |
| Violin |
Beginner level (I) Beginner level (I) Beginner level (I) Beginner level (II) Intermediate Intermediate |
Monday Monday Tuesday Monday Tuesday Tuesday |
5pm-6pm 6pm-7pm 6pm-7pm 6pm-7pm 7pm-8pm 8pm-9pm |
1 3 3 1 1 1 |
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Also check out our offers for Ukulele Group Classes |
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| Ukulele | Various Levels | Tuesday | 1:30pm-4:30pm | places available |
Spring 2027
Family Drum & Beatz (Family percussion sessions)
Ditties for Dotes (Parent & Child) (6 weeks) - per course
Tunes for Toddlers (Parent & Child) (various age groups available) (6 weeks) - per course
Summer 2027
Young Pianists Summer Intensive Course 2027 (1 week)
(in preparation)
Dublin Youth Choir Summer Sing 2027 (1 week: 28th Jun - 2nd July 2027)
All year
KEY SKILLS 2026 REPLAY (On-Demand Online) (All Piano Albums 2027-2030)
MAP (Mentorship By Artist Programme)
Read Music the Trad Way (On Demand - Self-paced Learning all year round)
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Spring 2027
Sound Recording and Music Production (8 sessions - Thursdays)
Holding the Room - Drama & Communication Workshop 2027 (1 day - 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Teaching Music to SEN (AEN) Students (4 Sundays - Online)
Piano to Organ Conversion Course (6 sessions)
Teaching Traditional Irish Music & Song (Foundation Certificate) (6 weeks)
Autumn 2026
Music in Dublin in the 18th Century (5 weeks) - Music Appreciation Classes with Adrian Le Harivel
Spring 2027 ( in preparation)
Spring 2027 (Public Registration will open on Friday the 20th of November)
Musicianship for Adults: Music Theory - Preparatory -> Grade II) (12 weeks)
Musicianship for Adults: Music Theory - Grade III / IV) (12 weeks)
Musicianship for Adults: Music Theory - Grade V) (12 weeks)
Musicianship for Adults: Music Theory - Grade IV) (14 weeks)
All Year (On demand)
Read Music the Trad Way (On Demand - Self-paced Learning all year round)
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Spring 2027
Teaching Traditional Irish Music & Song (Foundation Certificate) (6 weeks)
Spring 2027
Well-Sing Choirs (please inquire about available places - [email protected])
Summer 2027 (in preparation)
Dublin Youth Choir Summer Sing 2027 (1 week: 28th Jun - 2nd July 2027)
All year
KEY SKILLS 2026 REPLAY (On-Demand Online) (All Pano Albums 2027-2030)
Spring 2027
Piano to Organ Conversion Course (6 sessions)
Adult Division Classical Piano Group Classes (Novice / Beginner / Intermediate)
Summer 2027
Spring 2027
Ukulele Happy - Groovy Chords & Easy Action (various levels / 6-10 weeks)
Adult Division Orchestra - some vacancies to be filled
Adult Division Violin Group Classes (Beginner, Intermediate)
Adult Division Cello Group Classes (Beginner, Intermediate)
Spring 2027
Well-Sing Choirs (please inquire about available places - [email protected])
Adult Division Singing Group Classes (Beginner, Intermediate)
Summer 2027 (in preparation)
Dublin Youth Choir Summer Sing 2027 (1 week: 28th Jun - 2nd July 2027)
Spring 2027
Adult Division Orchestra - some vacancies to be filled
Spring 2027
Family Drum & Beatz (Family percussion sessions)
Adult Division Orchestra - some vacancies to be filled
Spring 2027
Ditties for Dotes (Parent & Child) (6 weeks) - per course
Tunes for Toddlers (Parent & Child) (various age groups available) (6 weeks) - per course
Family Drum & Beatz (Family percussion sessions)
Spring 2027
Ukulele Happy - Groovy Chords & Easy Action
Well-Sing Choirs (please inquire about available places - [email protected])
Spring 2027
Leaving Cert Music Technology (not yet bookable)
Leaving Cert Music Easter Review (YEAR B) (not yet bookable)
Invitation for Course Ideas Submission
Dear Music Enthusiasts,
Do you have a passion for music and a knack for creativity? Are you bursting with innovative course ideas that you believe would captivate and inspire others in the realm of music?
If so, we want to hear from you!
We are excited to announce an open call for course suggestions in the following categories, all centered around the beautiful world of music:
1. Adult Music/Drama Lessons
2. Professional Development
3. Chamber Music/Ensemble Participation
4. Wellness/Holistic Experience
Whether you're a seasoned musician, a music educator, a wellness coach, or simply someone who adores melodies and harmonies, we welcome your ideas with open arms. Share your vision for a course that would engage, educate, and entertain our community of music lovers!
Submit your course proposal through the following link:
Together, let's create a harmonious learning experience that resonates with all who participate. We can't wait to see the symphony of ideas that you bring to the stage!
With musical anticipation,
RIAM
Course Suggestions
Join a Group or Ensemble
Share your love of music with like-minded musicians at weekly group instrument lessons with expert tutors. Develop new relationships as you improve your performance skills, learn new repertoire and present concerts with your new group. (Max group size 3 - 5). Courses run for 12 weeks per session, twice per year (Sept-Dec, Jan-Apr) with opportunities to progress to more advanced classes.
Adult Division Group Classes: Click here to view the Spring Term 2027 Schedule
Improve Musicianship & Performance
Explore a range of courses specially designed by industry professionals to improve your musicianship and performance skills, from Choral Conducting to Sight-Singing using the Kodaly Method.
Explore Talks and Seminars on Music History and Appreciation
Music in 18th-century Dublin (5 weeks) - Music Appreciation Classes with Adrian Le Harivel
Upskill with specially designed CPD courses for music professionals
You're a busy music teacher with students to teach and prepare for, a school to promote and run, and a never-ending to-do list. It can be hard to find the time for Continuous Professional Development, yet you know it is essential. Join colleagues from all over the country on short, sharp CPD courses designed to upskill music professionals in the most important areas. A selection of courses are available on-demand to complete in your own time.