How Music Lessons Work

Music Lessons for children of all ages and skill levels

Lessons spark curiosity, build confidence, and keep learning fun with age-appropriate methods that help kids progress at their own pace. And there’s no experience needed. We guide each step so learning feels comfortable, achievable, and fun!

  • Safe, comfortable in home music lessons or online lessons
  • Flexible scheduling for busy families
  • University-trained, experienced teachers
  • 30, 45, or 60-minute private lessons
  • Fully vetted instructors

What Instrument Should My Child Learn First?

Picking an instrument is the first big step in the journey. We teach piano, violin, guitar, drums, voice, and many others. Not sure where to begin? Our guide on choosing a musical instrument for a child will walk you through what to consider so your child feels confident and excited from the start.

Click on one of the instrument icons below for more information!

Trusted In Home Music Lessons Since 1997

For over 25 years, our teachers have been helping families bring music into their homes. Every instructor is part of our teaching staff, receives ongoing training, and is background-checked for your child’s safety.

Meet Our Private Music Lesson Teachers!

We believe great music lessons start with great teachers. Every instructor passes a full background check and brings strong musical training and professional experience.

Our instructors take time to understand your child’s personality, learning style, and goals. They encourage steady growth, celebrate milestones, and make music something your child looks forward to each week.

Lee Weskirch was raised in a musically rich environment in metro Detroit, where he was surrounded by musicians from an early age. His curiosity and dedication led him to learn an impressive range of instruments, becoming proficient in roughly a dozen of them by the time he reached eighteen. During his high ...

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Matt Rikli

Instrument(s): Guitar

City: Atlanta

Matt Rikli first developed a passion for music at the age 12. In 2007, he
graduated from the Atlanta Institute of Music. Since then, he's played in
bands in Georgia and has also collaborated and performed with
songwriters in Nashville. He has played various kinds of music including
rock, jazz, country...

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Chris Andrews

Instrument(s): Piano, Voice

City: Atlanta

Chris Andrews is primarily an autodidactic jack-of-all-trades with a passion for learning and teaching others. At the young age of ten, Chris attended his older sisters’ middle school variety show. As the music swelled and lights came up, he felt soul come alive. He knew right then and there that he wanted...

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Michael Masiowski

Michael Masiowski is a lifelong musician whose journey began at the age of nine when he first picked up a guitar. What started as a childhood curiosity grew into a deep passion for music that has shaped his life ever since. Over the years, he expanded his musical skills far beyond guitar, developing mastery i...

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Ben Ryer is a composer and music educator who teaches flute, clarinet, saxophone, and piano lessons, as well as music theory, arranging, and composition. He is a woodwind specialist who first started his musical education on clarinet, then expanded to other instrument groups and areas of expertise, including ...

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Agata Bochnak

Instrument(s): Cello

City: Houston

Agata Bochnak is a cellist whose musical journey is rooted in curiosity, warmth, and a genuine love for connection through sound. She began her musical education in Poland at the Complex of State Music Schools F. Nowowiejski in Szczecin, where music became a natural and constant part of her daily life from a ...

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Ashley Baker

Instrument(s): Flute, Piano, Saxophone

City: Houston

Ashley's love of music began at an early age. She first began playing the saxophone at age 11, followed by the piano and later flute and clarinet in high school. During her high school years she received many honors and recognitions for her musical abilities, including six outstanding soloist awards from vari...

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Dylan Walker

Instrument(s): Piano, Voice

City: Denver

Dylan Walker began his musical journey early on in his childhood, learning and performing Irish and Scottish folk music. A military kid, he and his family were crowd favorites performing for parties on base and at small get-togethers. Feeling it to be his calling, Dylan could never shake the itch to perform! ...

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Cali Alexander

Instrument(s): Bass, Flute, Piano, Saxophone, Ukulele, Viola, Violin

City: Denver

Cali Alexander started playing flute at the age of twelve in a small school band, and soon after began performing in youth orchestra by fifteen. She began teaching lessons while in high school to other students and has regularly taught since then for a total of fourteen years. She played alto saxophone in her...

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Jessica Taylor

Instrument(s): Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Voice

Jessica (Jessie) Taylor is a multi-instrumental music instructor who is excited to share the experience of learning an instrument with her students! She works with a wide variety of ages on guitar, ukulele, voice, and piano and began her own musical journey as a child taking guitar lessons. She recounts so...

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The Benefits of Music Lessons at Home

Music lessons shape skills that last a lifetime, from focus and creativity to confidence and a love of learning.

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Builds Focus & Discipline

Children learn how to set goals, work through challenges, and see tasks through.

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Encourages Creativity & Expression

Music gives students a positive outlet to share ideas and emotions.

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Boosts Confidence

Every mastered song and skill helps students believe in their abilities.

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Fits Easily into Family Life

Lessons in a familiar space make it easier to relax, learn, and practice regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best age to start music lessons?

If your child enjoys music, it’s the right time. There’s never a bad age.

How do you choose the right teacher for my child?

By listening to what you tell us about your child and you’d like them to have lessons. All of our teachers work on creating a positive learning environment that supports students strengths. Regarding safety, every teacher passes a full background check through Accurate Background.

How much do music lessons cost?

Our lesson rates vary based on the length of the lesson and your location. Because we teach in many cities across the country, we’ll share your specific pricing options when you inquire about lessons in your area. Contact us here!

How can I help my child practice without battles?

There are so many ways to help children practice. We listen and learn from teaching your child and focus on making practice something your child looks forward to. Teachers give simple, achievable goals and make sure each step feels like a win. We also share tips with parents to keep practice short, consistent, and positive.  Read more: Learning How to Practice

Can my child switch instruments later?

Yes. As interests change, students often decide to try a new instrument. We make the transition smooth by connecting what they’ve already learned to new skills, helping them stay confident and excited about music.

Do you offer music programs in schools?

Yes. Through our Music In Your School program, we provide classes, private or group lessons, and preschool music programs during the school day or in after-school settings. These programs bring skilled, background-checked teachers to your campus, often at no cost to the school.