The Musician Academy

The Musician Academy Proudly serving Lisburn, Dunmurry and surrounding areas with music tuition and professional music services. Your success is our happiness!

Established in 2020 by local musicians, Ryan Belshaw and Jordan Mackin, The Musician Academy is a music academy serving Lisburn and surrounding areas with a vast array of music-based services. Ryan Belshaw and Jordan Mackin are a Lisburn-based couple with extensive musical experience between them. With guitar as his main instrument, Ryan is a well known face within the local rock scene, meanwhile Jordan trained as a singer and was an active member of the NI Musical Theatre community for a decade. Despite their seemingly different musical backgrounds, both share a passion for all things contemporary music. Whilst working separately as private music tutors, Ryan and Jordan decided to join forces to create The Musician Academy as a hub for everything the modern day musician could ever need! We at The Musician Academy believe that we are more than just a music school, as the business was set up with one goal in mind - to nurture the talents of Northern Ireland’s next generation of professional musicians through our top quality, specialist training and tuition for all musicians, regardless of age or ability. Moreover, as a family-run business, community is also at the heart of everything we do at The Musician Academy, which is why we also offer an unparalleled range of group-based services in addition to our individualised, bespoke training. We aim to develop you or your child’s musicianship through one of our unique music programmes. Whether you want to play for leisure, sit your Grades or launch a full-blown career as a musician, our team of highly skilled and dedicated tutors will guide you every step of the way through our individual lessons, group classes and workshops. Plus, you’ll be given ample opportunity to perform live throughout the year through our own gigs and performance opportunities within our local community. If you are already a professional musician in the circuit, we’re here for you too. We boast impressive, fully equipped facilities which have everything the working musician could possibly need - studio/recording services, rehearsal space, sound services and instrument repairs - all at competitive rates. If you aren’t already in the scene, but wish to be, we even offer artist management and music consulting services to help you get your music career off the ground! We have it all here at The Musician Academy! We are conveniently situated only minutes away from Lisburn City Centre, and a mere 15 minute drive from Belfast. Our facilities are bright, spacious and fully equipped with high quality instruments, sound and recording equipment for our students and clients to enjoy. Plus, we have excellent, free on-street parking close by, so you can relax during your lesson, class or rehearsal without having to worry about your ticket running out! We look forward to working with you on your music career!

05/10/2026

We do love ourselves some Bohemian Rhapsody! Great job on his one, Sarah! 🎹🎼🎵🎶

Great news - we have some new availability opened up for piano lessons at The Musician Academy, Lisburn!

Book your FREE introductory lesson by sending us a DM or calling us on 028 9266 1275. We are located at 138 Longstone Street, BT28 1TR.

27/09/2026

We have a wonderful new teacher to introduce to you - Sarah Carlisle. We are excited to announce that Sarah has opened up some availability with us on a Thursday - 3 slots are already gone. Book now by sending us a DM or email to secure your weekly lesson with her. We'll leave you with some words of her own:

"Hello! My name is Sarah Carlisle, and I teach piano at The Musician Academy.

I’ve loved music for as long as I can remember. My dad taught me to play piano, and I kept it up all the way through school, playing in orchestras, choirs, and ensembles. When I started, I could never have imagined how far piano would take me. I’ve had the privilege to play in venues like the Ulster Hall, have worked alongside incredibly talented musicians, and have gained an ABRSM diploma in piano performance. I love playing at weddings and events, making that special day just a little bit more memorable. I also regularly play piano and organ in churches, which has led to some wonderful relationships and opportunities.

I’m a big believer that classically trained doesn’t have to mean stuffy or boring. While my background is mostly focused on Romantic piano music such as Chopin and Schubert, you’re just as likely to find me playing “Bohemian Rhapsody” or “Crocodile Rock”. When you play what you love, you’ll be amazed how quickly you grow in confidence and ability.

I have over six years experience running my own teaching business, working with young and adult students alike. I have experience teaching from complete beginner, to Grade 7, and am proud to have maintained a 100% pass rate. One thing that strikes me when I talk to people is how many adults say “I wish I had learned an instrument when I was younger”. It’s never too late, but why not take that first step today?"

We are happy to supply lessons in guitar, piano, singing & drums in Laurelhill Community College. Does your child go to ...
11/09/2026

We are happy to supply lessons in guitar, piano, singing & drums in Laurelhill Community College. Does your child go to Laurelhill? Apply now to secure a slot for them - we start back next week!

Imagine performing on stage, learning your favourite songs, making new friends and developing skills that will last a lifetime.
Learning an instrument is one of the most rewarding things a young person can do. Music builds confidence, creativity, resilience and self-belief, while providing opportunities to perform, travel, work as part of a team and be part of something special.
Whether you dream of singing in the spotlight, rocking out on guitar, mastering the drum-kit or playing in a concert band, there is an instrument waiting for you!
Discover a talent. Build confidence. Make music. Sign up today!

If you took lessons last year, please bring your signed letter back to your Music teacher. Tutors are starting back next week!

04/09/2026

🎹 NEW PIANO TUTOR IN DUNMURRY 🎹

We’re delighted to welcome Richard to the teaching team at The Musician Academy!

Richard will be teaching piano every Monday from our Dunmurry Academy - and with only a limited number of weekly slots available, we expect his timetable to fill quickly.

Richard brings over 20 years of teaching and professional performance experience, having graduated from the University of Ulster with a B.Mus (Hons) in 2003, majoring in Performance.

During his studies, Richard received four years of intensive tuition from the esteemed Dr Donald Cullington and performed Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21, K.467 as a piano duet for his finals.

Since then, Richard has built an extensive career as both a piano tutor and professional pianist, regularly performing at prestigious hotels, corporate events and private functions.

🎥 Here he is doing what he does best, performing at Belfast’s Europa Hotel!

As a teacher, Richard works with pianists from complete beginners right through to Grade 8, and has previously seen pupils progress into third-level music education and careers within the music industry.

Whether you’re looking for your child’s first piano lesson, working towards grades, returning to the instrument, or simply want to become a better pianist, Richard would love to help.

📍 The Musician Academy, Dunmurry
📅 Mondays
🎹 Children & adults welcome
🎼 Beginner to Grade 8

⚠️ Richard is starting with a limited number of Monday slots.

Once these regular weekly spaces are booked, they’re booked - so if you’d like to learn with Richard, get in touch now to secure your slot.

👇 Send us a message or enquire through our website to get started.

A reminder that we are CLOSED for holidays until Sunday, 30th August. We will reopen on Monday, 31st August, officially ...
25/08/2026

A reminder that we are CLOSED for holidays until Sunday, 30th August. We will reopen on Monday, 31st August, officially kicking off the beginning of the ‘26/‘27 academic year!

See you all next week! 🎶😊 📚✏️

06/08/2026

Check out this amazing performance of George Gershwin's "The Man I Love" by our piano teacher, James!

James is a previous student of ours and we are delighted to have him onboard as part of our teaching team!

Here's a bitesize bio from James:

"Hello! My name is James Cacayan and I teach piano at The Musician Academy.

Music has always been significant in my life as I grew up singing and playing piano. I also involve myself in my school orchestra and jazz band being the main pianist and also involve myself in my school choir.

I have also achieved my ABRSM diploma in piano and my grade 8 in singing over the last couple of years.

Teaching for me is a new experience and I try my best to ensure my students can make good progress and thrive in what they learn!

Otherwise in my free time I love playing basketball and spending time with loved ones whether it’s friends or family."

James teaches piano at our Lisburn premises.

If you would like to book in for music lessons, join one of our classes or hire our rehearsal space please do not hesitate to contact us. We have 2 locations; Lisburn and Dunmurry.

Tel: 028 9266 1275 / 028 9013 1894
Email: [email protected]
Social Media: facebook.com/TheMusicianAcademy
Website: https://themusicianacademy.co.uk/

04/08/2026

Here is our latest Songs In The Wild Session. This time featuring the talented Maurice Dickson with his original song, "Friend Of Mine," in the beautiful Glenarm Forest. Shot back in June 2026.

I (Ryan) am looking forward to shooting more live sessions like this out in nature.

Bookings: [email protected]

Well folks, back to porridge today - we are officially back OPEN as usual for our summer term! See you all later for you...
14/07/2026

Well folks, back to porridge today - we are officially back OPEN as usual for our summer term! See you all later for your lessons, classes and rehearsals! 🎉🎶😊

Well folks, back to porridge today - we are officially back OPEN as usual for our summer term! See you all later for you...
14/07/2026

Well folks, back to porridge today - we are officially back OPEN as usual for our summer term! See you all later for your lessons, classes and rehearsals! 🎉🎶😊

03/07/2026

A beautiful live performance of the traditional Scottish folk song 'Loch Lomond' (The Bonnie Banks O' Loch Lomond). Performed by our singing tutor, Jordan Mackin on vocals & Lisburn's very own Maurice Dickson on guitar.

'Songs In The Wild' Sessions is a brand new service we are now proud to be offering. Songs In The Wild features a mobile recording studio and videography setup that can be transported anywhere in NI & ROI to a beautiful & inspiring location of your choosing.

In a world full of AI and perfectionism I (Ryan) decided to create an outlet where music is brought right back to its roots in nature. Nothing beats a true live, raw performance!! I would like to collab with more talented musicians, record them live in beautiful locations and make many more of these wonderful videos.

All recorded sessions will be posted on our media channels. If you know of any musicians across NI & ROI who you think might be interested in this service, send them our way!

Thanks for watching!

Bookings: [email protected]

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138 Longstone Street
Lisburn
BT281TR

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