Q:  Why should my child take private lessons?    

    A: Private lessons are essential to fully develop a student’s musical education.  There are many experiences outside of the school music program that are rewarding musical experiences, but most of these are highly competitive.  Ensembles such as the district honor band and the all state band consist of students of the highest musical aptitude in the state.  Majority of these students participating in such activities are taking weekly private lessons from a teacher who specializes on their instrument.

Q:  Aren’t private lessons expensive?

    A: Private lessons are an investment in your child’s future.  When considering that an investment was already made in purchasing an instrument for musical instruction, pursuing private instruction is a logical choice.  A student taking private lessons is getting more from the initial investment than a student not taking private lessons.

Q: How much do private lessons cost?

    A: Teachers set their own prices but generally charge by the half hour.  Teachers with high levels of accomplishments will commonly be more expensive, but it depends on many factors.  The going rate for lessons ranges from $15.00-$25.00 per half hour. 

Q: Who do I contact for private lessons?

    A: It is important that you find a teacher that specialized in your child’s instrument.  Many times you can find someone that specializes in multiple instruments.  It is common for a clarinet teacher to also teach saxophone, or a trombone teacher to also teach euphonium and tuba as well.  For a list of teachers in the area click here.

Q: Where are the lessons held?

    A: Location is specific per teacher, but generally it happens at one of three locations- a music store, a local school, or the private teacher’s home.  Many of the teachers on our list teach at our high school. 

Q: Is there a cheaper alternative?

   A: Although we strongly encourage students to study with a professional, we offer a middle school mentoring program.  For more information please visit our mentoring page.