The Music Lab

Focused music instruction designed to build skill, confidence and musicianship through online learning and in-person theory and performance training.

Ways to learn

ONLINE MUSIC LAB → CSEC Music Course
IN-PERSON MUSIC LAB → Music Theory and/or Performance

01  ONLINE MUSIC LAB

A 10-week online programme designed to provide focused instruction and individual feedback for students undertaking CSEC Music. The course covers the written School-Based Assessment (SBA) and the original composition and arranging portfolio. Enrolment is limited to a maximum of two students.

Areas of Study

  • Written School-Based Assessment (SBA)

  • Original Composition

  • Arranging

  • Applied music literacy integrated throughout the course

CSEC MUSIC COURSE

DURATION: 10 weeks

SESSION LENGTH: 90 minutes

GROUP SIZE: 2 students maximum per class

TERM 1 DATES: 3 October – 5 December 2026

REGISTRATION CLOSES: 30 September 2026

SCHEDULING: Class times are arranged upon registration.

TERM DETAILS

FEES

BBD $400

Flat fee for the full 10-weeks.

A non-refundable registration fee of BBD $30 and all tuition fees are due by 30 September 2026.

  • Laptop or tablet suitable for online sessions

  • Reliable internet connection

  • Active Gmail account

  • Pencil and notebook

  • Headphones/ In-Ears

Students under 18: a parent or guardian is responsible for appropriate at-home supervision during online sessions.

ONLINE REQUIREMENTS

A 10-week one-to-one programme held at the CHATTEL ABODE studio, designed to develop musicianship through music theory and/or performance training. Participants receive one scheduled session per week and may focus on theory, performance, or a combination of both.

02 IN-PERSON MUSIC LAB

  • Voice, Steel Pan, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet, Piano, Drums

VOCAL & INSTRUMENTAL

Areas of Study

  • Technique, Ear Training, Sight Reading, Performance Development

MUSIC THEORY

  • ABRSM Grades 1–5

TERM DETAILS

DURATION: 10 weeks

ADULT SESSION: 90 minutes

CHILDREN’S SESSION : 45 minuets

TERM 1 DATES: 3 October – 5 December 2026

REGISTRATION CLOSES: 30 September 2026

SCHEDULING: Class times are arranged upon registration.

FEES

Flat fee for the full 10-weeks.

Children: $350

Adults: $500

Flat fee for the full 10-weeks.

A non-refundable registration fee of BBD $30 and all tuition fees are due by 30 September 2026.

  • Pencil and notebook

  • Own instrument required, except piano and drums

  • Metronome

  • Required texts and materials will be advised based on the student’s instrument and level.

For all children’s in-person sessions, a parent or guardian must remain present for the full session.

IN- PERSON REQUIREMENTS

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PAYMENT DETAILS

Payments for CHATTEL ABODE Music Labs are made by bank transfer.

Payment Method: Bank Transfer (RTGS)

BENEFICIARY DETAILS
Bank Name: Sagicor
Account Name: CHATTEL ABODE
Account Number: 1510002011
SWIFT Code: SBBLBBBB

Beneficiary Address
Fairfield
St. Lucy
BB27145
Barbados

A non-refundable registration fee of BBD $30 and all tuition fees are due by 30 September 2026.