Online Music Education Market - Strategic Insights and Forecasts (2025-2030)

Online Music Education Market Size:

The online music education market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.52%, from USD 2,187.26 million in 2025 to USD 4,902.335 million in 2030.

Online Music Education Market Trends:

As per Eurostat, in January 2024, the percentage of people in the European Union who are pursuing an online course or using online learning material, typically having an age group from 16 to 74 years, is presenting a constant rise from 28% in 2022 to 30% in 2023.  With the rapid rise in the utilization of online learning material and the acceptance of online education, there will be an increase in the online music education industry among diverse age groups, contributing to market expansion in the years ahead.

Moreover, technological developments, convenience, affordability, and accessibility are a few of the reasons that are further fueling the market expansion. In addition to these factors, the industry has grown as a result of the accessibility of high-speed internet, the widespread use of digital devices, and the rising need for personalized learning. To remain competitive in the market, firms that provide online music instruction, such as MusicGurus, Skoove, Yousician, and Tonara, have implemented a variety of business tactics, such as product innovation, collaborations, and acquisitions.

Additionally, there has been a noticeable increase in the use of smart and connected gadgets in education. To enable music lovers to acquire the necessary information at home, many organizations began providing it for free. For instance, in November 2022, Amazon and Yousician partnered to create the ultimate bundle for beginner musicians. Amazon customers who purchase a qualifying musical instrument in Amazon stores receive 30 days of free access to Yousician Premium+. Yousician offers thousands of interactive lessons for guitar, bass, piano, ukulele, and singing, allowing users to learn from hundreds of artists across various musical genres. This gamified approach to music education sets a new standard.

Online Music Education Market Growth Drivers:

• Increasing internet penetration and growing adoption of connected devices

The expansion of digital technology and increasing internet penetration have dramatically changed the way people learn and enjoy music today. Different applications and websites meant for music learning contain different learning materials that include information and illustration materials, further contributing to the market growth during the forecast period.

Additionally, with the enormous flexibility of digital music formats and the huge amount of available information, people have easy access to music education anywhere and anytime. Recent developments in portable devices such as smartphones and tablets, with rising internet penetration even in remote areas, have resulted in higher processing power, more powerful audio-processing features, and visuals that are more appealing, resulting in tremendous growth in online music education applications developed for these devices.

According to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), individuals using the internet have seen a significant increase in all regions around the world, with the world percentage increasing from 62.2% in 2021 to 67.4% in 2023. Moreover, the number of cost-effective applications that can be accessed through these devices with a click and the viability of such devices with increased accessibility for learning and practicing music have boosted the market growth for online music education during the given forecast period.

Moreover, the potential for online music instruction is limitless as technology advances, as several well-known music schools, like Berklee and Juilliard, are slowly moving towards online music education and integrating MOOCs. For instance, in April 2022, Berklee professor Benny Grotto developed a personal recording toolkit for students to produce professional-quality music remotely. The MP&E Department has launched an independent recording and production major, requiring a computer, software, an audio interface, microphones, and headphones.

Players in the business are expanding their online services as they become aware of the potential of online music education. In April 2024, BIMM launched BIMM Pro, a comprehensive online music education program in collaboration with multi-platinum producer Warren Huart. The program offers courses in vocal production, drum and percussion production, instrument production, synthesis, programming, and sampling.

Online Music Education Market Segment Analysis:

• By type, the online music education market is segmented into music history, musicology, theory, and others.

According to a survey based on schools in Canada, musicology was responsible for the 3rd highest number of online music education courses offered. Furthermore, the increasing application of musicology in different studies, combined with the availability of new courses for the same, is projected to further expand the scope of musicology courses during the forecast period. For example, the University of California, Los Angeles’s Herb Alpert School of Music, UCLA Extension introduced a new course on forensic musicology, which is the study of musicology in legal matters.

As per the statistics provided by the Antique Sound Workshop, more than half of the population in the U.S. is learning how to play at least one instrument compared to the U.K. and Australia. Moreover, the increased penetration of the internet and mobile in the country is also anticipated to boost the market for musicology in the online music education market.

Online Music Education Market Geographical Outlook:

• By geography, the online music education market is segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific.

The North American online music education market has been segmented into the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The USA is projected to hold a substantial market share fueled by the growing affordability and accessibility of online music courses.

The increasing accessibility to technology and the internet has been instrumental in driving the growth of online music education in the nation. The proliferation of affordable devices such as smartphones and tablets, coupled with improved internet connectivity, has made it easier for individuals to access online music learning resources. This increased accessibility has particularly benefited those in remote areas or with limited access to traditional music education institutions.

For instance, for the period from January to March 2024, the Accessible Music Education Study Group initiative was launched by the Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education. This online opportunity is provided for the professional development of educators so that they can learn all strategies for reaching every student in music classrooms and studios. During the projected period, market growth will be aided by an increase in the number of online music education programs offered by institutions and other online education platforms in the nation.

Online Music Education Market Key Development:

The market leaders in the Online Music Education Market are Musicgurus, Skoove, Yousician Ltd, Tonara, Imusic-School, Takelessons, Lessonface, The Online Academy Of Irish Music, Artistworks, Berklee Online, Forbes Music Company, Forte, School Of Rock LLC, and Let’s Play Music. The key players in the market implement growth strategies such as product launches, mergers, acquisitions, etc., to gain a competitive advantage over their competitors. For Instance,

• In November 2024, Conduction, an ed-tech platform for the music classroom, announced a $265,000 pre-seed investment from the Richard King Mellon Foundation. The funds would advance the company’s proprietary music software modules, increase corporate partnerships, and expand operations.
• In November 2024, Yamaha Corporation announced the launch of Audioversity Online. It is a new training platform for the professional audio market. Audioversity Online would offer training content for a wide range of applications. Users can learn and gain practical knowledge from training courses.
• In March 2022, Montana State University School of Music announced its new online master’s degree in music education. This will expand the growth prospects for online music education in the upcoming years, with convenient remote facilities for learners.

List of Top Online Music Education Companies:

• Musicgurus
• Skoove (Learnfield GmbH) 
• Yousician Ltd.
• Tonara
• IMusic-School

Online Music Education Market Scope:

Online Music Education Market Segmentation:

• By Instrument Type
  • Piano
  • Guitar
  • Bass Guitar
  • Violin
  • Others
• By Type
  • Music History
  • Musicology
  • Theory
  • Others
• By Delivery Platform
  • Schools & Colleges
  • Music Studios/ Academy
  • App-based Learning
• By Geography
  • North America
    • USA
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest of South America
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Rest of the Middle East and Africa
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • Taiwan
    • Thailand
    • Indonesia
    • Rest of Asia-Pacific

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