Learn with Gonçalo
Bagpipes & Folk woodwinds
Bagpipe lessons
Individual Lessons
Blocks of pre-paid lessons
scheduled one by one
Group Lessons
Classes of weekly frequency and monthly payment
Rehearsals
Band rehearsals
for pipers and precussionists
Online
Classes via zoom or Facetime
Individual Lessons
Tailored Learning for the Busy Piper
Your Goals, Your Pace, Your Success!
Our pre-paid lessons are designed for students with specific learning objectives or those who live far from Helsinki or have limited time availability.
Enjoy the flexibility to pause and resume classes as needed – We ensure continuity in each student’s work, even if there’s a break in attendance for several weeks.
Course structure
- Pre-purchased in blocks of 10 lessons
- Each lesson is scheduled with the tutor
- We always pick up right where you left off!
- Each lesson has a specific pedagogical purpose
- After 10 lessons, students gain solid knowledge and a set of tools that need practicing
- The 10 pre-paid lessons must be used within a 5-months period
45-Minute Lessons
(Pre-Paid Individual Tutoring)
Duration: 10 sessions – 45min per lesson
Schedule: Flexible
to be arranged with the tutor
Expires: In 5 months
Requirements: none
An instrument is provided for the duration of each session
Price: 350 € (for 10 sessions)
Payment: Full payment for 10 sessions in advance
45min Try out
Price: Single session for 40 €
Payment: at the end of the session
60-Minute Lessons
(Pre-paid Individual Tutoring)
Duration: 10 sessions – 60min per lesson
Schedule: free – to be defined with the tutor
Expires: In 5 months
Requirements: none
An instrument is provided for the duration of each session
Price: 450 € (for 10 sessions)
Payment:Full payment for 10 sessions in advance
60min Try out
Price: Single session for 50 €
Payment: at the end of the session
* For other information, please contact us.
Group Lessons
Group Groove: Continuous Piping, Limitless Progression
Beginner’s Class
- Open to everyone, regardless of prior musical training
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the instrument
- Overcome the initial challenges of learning a musical instrument
- Develop the necessary technique for correct execution
Frequency: Once a week*
Duration: 45min
Schedule: to be set – pre-registration open! Enrol Now! *
Requirements: none**
Price: € 70 monthly
(4 sessions expected per/month)
Intermediate Class
- Designed for students with a solid understanding of the instrument
- Steadily improve your skills
- Ideal for those who want to maintain group practice
- Continue learning specific folk repertoire
Frequency: Once a week*
Duration: 15min warming up + 45min tutoring
Schedule: to be defined shortly – enrol now!
Requirements: Already play the instrument **
Price: 55€ monthly
(4 sessions expected per/month)
* For other schedules or information please contact us
** If you do not have an instrument, contact us – We can help!
Advanced Lessons
Band Rehearsals
Tune In, Play On, Stay Connected!
We encourage our students and alumni to stay engaged with the piping community, their peers, and their tutor.
Join us and:
- Connect with other musicians and form your own band.
- Track your personal growth through regular performances.
- Boost your self-confidence.
- Enhance your skills as a performer.
Duration: Each session includes a 15-minute warm-up, a 1-hour rehearsal, and a 15-minute Q&A.
Schedule: To be determined shortly. Enroll now!
Requirements: This is aimed at students and alumni. You’ll need your own instrument.
Price: €40 per month
(4 sessions expected).
Students already attending group or individual classes receive a 30% discount.
Online Bagpipe Lessons
Global Piping, Local Comfort:
Learn the Bagpipe from Anywhere, Anytime with Zoom!
Can’t make it to Helsinki? No problem.
The power of the internet bridges the gap, enabling us to communicate, share knowledge, and provide support and encouragement.
Gonçalo is ready to meet you over Zoom, answer your queries, and guide you on your musical journey.
You can schedule lessons at your convenience, one at a time, and learn from the comfort of your home.
- Intended for anyone – regardless of previous musical training
- Each class has a specific pedagogical purpose.
- Individually paid sessions
* For other schedules or information please contact us
**Don’t have an instrument? We can help!
15-minute online session
(individual lesson)
Duration: 15 minutes
Schedule: Flexible,
to be defined with the tutor.
Requirements: You’ll need your own instrument.
Price: €10 per session, payable after each session.
30-minute online session
(individual lesson)
Duration: 30 minutes
Schedule: Flexible,
to be defined with the tutor.
Requirements: You’ll need your own instrument.
Price: €20 per session, payable after each session.
– Enroll now! by sending Gonçalo an email –
60-minute online session
(group lesson)
Duration: 60 minutes (15 minutes of tutoring, 30 minutes of individual practice, and a 15-minute Q&A session)
Schedule: Saturdays at 16:00 (GMT+2)
[14:00 London time].
Requirements: You’ll need your own instrument.
Price: €10 per session, payable monthly at €40.
Address
Helsinki – Finland
Call
+358 45 251 87 27
Info@GoncaloCruz.com