{"id":4919,"date":"2020-11-11T05:43:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-11T05:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/?p=4919"},"modified":"2026-03-29T07:59:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T06:59:26","slug":"how-to-set-yourself-up-as-an-online-music-teacher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/how-to-set-yourself-up-as-an-online-music-teacher\/","title":{"rendered":"How to set yourself up as an online music teacher"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Last updated: March 2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Teaching your instrument or voice online can be a potentially lucrative source of income for musicians. Whether you\u2019re looking to supplement your gigging income or build a full-time teaching practice, online lessons offer flexibility and reach that in-person teaching can\u2019t match. In this guide, we\u2019ll cover the pros and cons, as well as what it takes to get yourself set up\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming an online <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/complete-guide-music-teachers\/\">music teacher<\/a> isn\u2019t easy. You\u2019ll need to work out the teaching materials you need, source the relevant equipment and promote yourself to get a list of students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also have to consider other important factors, like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/tax-musicians-work\/\" target=\"_blank\">tax for musicians<\/a>, insurance and safeguarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many musicians say they offer a teaching service, but don\u2019t put enough time or effort into promoting it or considering what they are going to teach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can prove detrimental to their reputation, so it\u2019s worth carefully considering whether teaching is really for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why teach online?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Instrument lessons have played a part in how many musicians earn their living for as long as anyone can remember. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They offer a route to making a reasonably stable and predictable income, which is not something that can be said of every aspect of your portfolio career as a musician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it can be argued that it is easier to teach a student in person, there are still many advantages to teaching online. Such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"box white-h4\"><h4>Advantages to teaching online<\/h4><ul><li>You get to work out of your home.<\/li><li>You can cut down on travel expenses.<\/li><li>You can teach international students.<\/li><li>You can work from virtually anywhere in the world, if traveling.<\/li><li>You can set your own prices.<\/li><li>You can work around family commitments, and pick your own hours.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What you will need to get started<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your equipment list will vary a little, depending on what instrument you are looking to teach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously, some instruments are going to be easier to teach online than others, and every instrument could possibly require something different. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are a few universal basics that all online tutors will need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"box red-border\"><p>If you&#8217;re looking to get yourself set up as an online tutor, you should consider registering with <strong><a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.musictutorsonline.com\/how-it-works\/\">Music Tutors Online<\/a><\/strong>. After you&#8217;ve built a profile, you can have direct contact with prospective students and begin to build your roster of pupils. As a thank you for reading this LMM blog, use the code MT25 for 25% off!<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.musictutorsonline.com\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"Online music teacher advertising for extra students\" class=\"wp-image-5477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-370x194.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-270x142.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-570x299.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-740x389.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/WANT-EXTRA-STUDENTS-OG-1-570x299@2x.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A reliable internet connection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing worse than getting onto a video call, only to find out your internet connection isn\u2019t up to the task. You\u2019re going to struggle to justify your hourly charge if the student in front of you can see nothing but huge pixels and hear nothing but echo! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always worth checking your connection speed before your first lesson and making sure you are with a good, dependable provider for your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to teach in a room that\u2019s far away from your WIFI router (like an attic or basement) consider investing in a WIFI range extender\/ signal amplifier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try and avoid having anyone else in the household doing anything online that might infringe heavily on your internet capacity during your lessons. Large downloads, or TV streaming can be a killer to your connection stability. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-gridlove-meta-background-color has-gridlove-meta-color is-style-wide\">\n<a href=\"\/blog\/popular-cover-songs-2500-set-lists\/\">\n<div class=\"related-posts-container\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/set-list-1-740x494.jpg\" alt=\"Top 100 Cover Songs\">\n    <div class=\"related-posts-heading\">\n        <h4>Top 100 most popular cover songs from 2500+ set lists<\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"related-posts-button\">\n        <a class=\"maxbutton-2 maxbutton maxbutton-read-more\" href=\"\/blog\/popular-cover-songs-2500-set-lists\/\"><span class='mb-text'>Read More<\/span><\/a> \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/a>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-gridlove-meta-background-color has-gridlove-meta-color is-style-wide\">\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A quiet, professional space to teach from<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This requirement will obviously be subject to circumstances in your home life, but many professional online tutors try to teach from a dedicated room in their house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we would all love to have the luxury of a home office\/recording studio space, you might sometimes have to compromise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a general rule, try to make sure the environment around you is calm and quiet (this rules out your washing utility room!) and in a spot that\u2019s unlikely to be disturbed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last thing you want is the classic news presenter\u2019s problem of children running in while you\u2019re trying to be a professional! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth remembering to tidy up the background of whatever room you are in &#8211; if only for appearances sake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"teaching space\" class=\"wp-image-4922\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-740x493.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/coffee-5057116_1280-570x380@2x.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A decent laptop or standalone computer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to run decent software, you\u2019ll have to make sure your computer is up to the task. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try not to have too many programmes on in the background while you are teaching. This will help speed up your computer\u2019s response time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth considering how good the quality of your camera is, as you will need your students to be able to see what you are doing clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While a tablet or phone might seem convenient, they have much smaller screens and that can prove problematic when teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>External equipment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are taking your teaching seriously, then you might want to experiment with a more nuanced set up than your basic laptop can provide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>External speakers, or a headset, can improve on your ability to hear your students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A basic condenser mic will help them hear more of what you are doing. If it is movable, then this might prove very handy for acoustic instruments, like the acoustic guitar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you need to be very careful about things like feedback, and always try out your set up in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Guitarist\" class=\"wp-image-4935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-740x493.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/studio-2677975_1280-1-570x380@2x.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A good video calling App<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two strong contenders for your video calling App, as detailed by The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.musiciansunion.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Musicians\u2019 Union advice<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/zoom.us\/\" target=\"_blank\">Zoom<\/a>&nbsp;is a widely used software that offers a good picture and sound. Its settings allow you to suppress persistent and intermittent background noise and cancel echoes. <\/p><p>You may need to experiment with its advanced settings to prevent it trying to suppress non-speaking noises, including musical instruments. Like Skype, its advanced settings are reduced on tablets and phones, so a desktop or laptop may give better results.<\/p><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.skype.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">Skype<\/a>&nbsp;has been a tried-and-tested option for online teaching for many years, and like Zoom offers good sound and picture. It also gives you the ability to blur the picture background, which could be helpful for safeguarding purposes (see below), although this may also blur some detail on your instrument.<\/p><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/web.whatsapp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">WhatsApp video<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook Messenger<\/a>&nbsp;offer a more basic functionality. Other apps that you may wish to explore include&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/teams.microsoft.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Microsoft Teams<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/products\/adobeconnect.html\" target=\"_blank\">Adobe Connect<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Discord<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/meet.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Google Meet<\/a>,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/slack.com\/intl\/en-gb\/?eu_nc=1\" target=\"_blank\">Slack<\/a>, and&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.viber.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Viber<\/a>. Over time your preference will become clear, informed by sound and picture quality, ease of use and reliability.<\/p><cite>The MU<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An excellent safeguarding policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially important if you are planning to teach children, an excellent safeguarding policy is a must for any modern online teacher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maintaining everyone\u2019s safety and having clear cut lines of professionalism and mutual respect are important for any teacher but, if you are working outside of the framework of a music school or other institution, you\u2019ll have to set up your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/safeguarding-for-musicians\/\">safeguarding policy<\/a> yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musiciansunion.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The Musicians\u2019 Union<\/a> has some excellent advice on the subject, that should be read thoroughly, as does <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ism.org\/advice\/safeguarding-for-remote-lessons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">the ISM<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Source or create appropriate teaching material<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You essentially have three choices when it comes to teaching material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"box white-h4\"><li>Create your own from scratch \u2013 This leaves you with complete free reign to teach the way you see fit, but will take a lot of time and resources.<\/li><br><li>Mix your material with an existing syllabus \u2013 a half and half option, which helps save time but still gives you a firm say on the direction your students education takes.<\/li><br><li>Teach entirely from an existing syllabus \u2013 There are many great existing courses that you can utilise to teach students, from Rock School to ABRSM. While the materials might cost you money to source, it is definitely a time-saver compared to creating everything from scratch.<\/li><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to consider the copyright of any material you use. Look at the government\u2019s policy on <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/exceptions-to-copyright#teaching\" target=\"_blank\">copyright for educational purposes<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exams and grading<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your students are working towards graded exams, you will need to familiarise yourself with the relevant exam boards and their requirements for remote or online examinations. The main UK exam boards for music include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rslawards.com\/rockschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">RSL Rockschool<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trinitycollege.com\/qualifications\/music\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Trinity College London<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abrsm.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ABRSM<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcm.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Royal College of Music<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of these boards now offer online or video-based exam options alongside their traditional in-person exams, so it is well worth checking their latest guidance before preparing your students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do you need qualifications to teach music online?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common questions aspiring music teachers ask is whether they need formal qualifications. The good news is that, in the UK, there is no legal requirement to hold a teaching qualification in order to offer private music lessons. Many successful online music tutors are self-taught or have learned through years of performing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, having recognised qualifications can significantly boost your credibility and help you attract students. Graded music exams from boards like ABRSM, Trinity College London, or RSL Rockschool demonstrate a proven level of ability. A diploma such as a DipABRSM, ATCL, or LTCL can further set you apart. Some teachers also hold music degrees or postgraduate qualifications in music education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to teach children, you should strongly consider obtaining a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. While it is not a legal requirement for self-employed private tutors, it reassures parents and demonstrates your commitment to safeguarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much can you earn teaching music online?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Earnings for online music teachers vary widely depending on your experience, qualifications, instrument, and location. As a rough guide, private music lesson rates in the UK typically range from around \u00a320 to \u00a360 or more per hour. The Musicians\u2019 Union\u2019s suggested minimum rate for a qualified music teacher is currently around \u00a342.50 per hour, though many experienced teachers charge significantly more than this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Please note that rates vary and the figures above are intended as a general guide only. We recommend checking the Musicians\u2019 Union website for their latest suggested rates.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Setting your prices and getting paid<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When setting your lesson prices, consider factors such as your level of experience, your qualifications, the instrument you teach, and the going rate in your area. It can be helpful to research what other online tutors charge for similar lessons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have a clear cancellation policy in place, as missed lessons and late cancellations can quickly eat into your income. Many teachers require at least 24 hours\u2019 notice for cancellations, or charge a fee for no-shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For payment, bank transfers, PayPal, and services like Stripe are all popular options. Some teachers ask for payment upfront in blocks of lessons (for example, four or eight weeks at a time), which helps with cash flow and commitment from students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you are all set up, you\u2019ll need some students! Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/complete-guide-music-teachers\/\"><strong>complete guide to teaching music<\/strong><\/a> can help give you advice on the other aspects of becoming a music teacher, such as how to promote yourself and get your first students on the books.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you have any advice on setting yourself up as an online music teacher? 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