From the djembe to the dunun, learn to play African drums at the Rhythm of Life African drum workshop. Beginners' and intermediate classes run for six weeks and are led by Kumi Manusaga, a professional drummer and experienced teacher. Drum Jam also offers a six-week course in African dance with Amina.

Teaches a variety of instruments (30-minute, 45-minute and one-hour lessons available) as well as classes in Chinese and Western music history, singing, composing and conducting. Beginners and advanced aural training classes are in blocks of four 90-minute lessons, while classical guitar classes for beginners are in blocks of eight one-hour sessions.

The Music Office serves mainly children and young adults with more than 210 classes in Western and Chinese instruments at reasonable prices. Also runs summer camps - both day and residential - and more than 200 music activities a year for all sectors of society as part of its Music Outreach Program. Branches in Wan Chai, Tsuen Wan and Kwun Tong (see website).

Founded by local folk musician Alan Au, Music Farm offers an interesting selection of classes taught by experienced musicians, including singing lessons, speech and charisma classes taught by local DJs, and folk and church music courses for beginners and those wishing to improve their skills. Other courses include anti-stress music therapy, Chinese flute, African djembe, Chinese drum and Hawaiian guitar.