Pre-College: Traditional & Jazz Instruction

Traditional Individual Instruction   

Individual instruction is offered in:

piano | voice | violin | viola | cello | string bass | classical guitar | flute | clarinet | oboe | bassoon | saxophone | trumpet | trombone | horn | tuba | percussion | composition | theory | conducting                            

Jazz instruction is offered in:

piano | guitar | acoustic bass | saxophone | drums

The following age guidelines are recommended for beginning Traditional instruction:
Piano and guitar ages 8-9
Strings, woodwinds, brass ages 9-10
Percussion ages 10-11
Voice age 15

Weekly lessons of 30, 45 or 60 minutes are available depending on age, interest and ability level. New students and families are required to schedule an informal placement interview with the Director to assist in finding the most appropriate teacher for their needs and interests.

Fees for Individual Instruction per quarter:    

Fall Winter Spring
12 weeks 11 weeks 10 weeks
30-minute weekly $480.00 $440.00 $400.00
45-minute weekly $666.00 $610.50 $550.00
60-minute weekly $864.00 $792.00 $720.00

Please note: Tuition rates may vary depending on instrument and/or instructor.

Students must have their own instrument. A traditional (non-electric) piano is required for piano students. Instruments may be purchased or rented from local instrument and music shops. Consistent practice and regular attendance at lessons are essential for successful music study.