Music Lessons That Make Sense for Baltimore Families

A more personal way to learn music

Baltimore has a deep musical backbone, from the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at the Meyerhoff to the jazz, gospel, and rock coming up out of Hampden, Fells Point, and Station North for generations. Music here lives in churches, row-house basements, and corner venues as much as on the concert stage. Kids grow up around a city where playing an instrument is a normal, everyday thing to do.

For many of our Baltimore teachers, music is woven into how they live in the city. Some perform, some lead church ensembles, some compose or play in local groups, and some have spent a lifetime studying a single instrument. What they share is a steady, patient way of teaching, the kind of presence to help a child feel seen and capable from the very first lesson.

In a city like Baltimore, where the day fills up fast and crossing town takes longer than it should, in-home lessons save you the worst part. Your child doesn’t lose twenty minutes in the car before they even sit down to play. They’re already home, already comfortable. The teacher arrives, and the lesson begins.

Lessons In Your Home has placed teachers in Baltimore homes since 1997. The city has changed a great deal across those years. The way a good teacher builds a relationship with a student has not.

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You know it’s time to get the children started with in-home private music lessons. Maybe the lessons are for you, how about the whole family? You’re smart enough to know that music lessons are important but what about finding a teacher? Do you call a music store? Will their teacher be right for you? Then there’s the getting there; the traffic, hauling the kids back and forth, what about dinner? Yeah – Right! Like that’s going to happen. You don’t need lessons with just any ol’ teacher, especially a task master, intimidating, practice demanding monster that bores students. What you’re looking for is an engaged, fun, well-educated, motivational, big smiling and super excited personality that loves teaching Music. A teacher who makes lessons fun. You already know what you need. You need Lessons in Your Home-the music teachers who come to your home or school to teach fun, private music lessons. Their teachers constantly think of great ways to motivate every student. They turn students into dazzling musicians ready to break out a song and share their talents with the world. Now you’re saying “Hey, this could work” Lessons in your Home teaches piano, Baltimore, voice, violin, in fact they teach every music instrument you could think of. Getting started is as easy as 1,2,3. 

  1. Give Lessons in your home a call or email
  2. They’ll ask important questions about each student ensuring a teacher that’s best for you 
  3. Schedule and start your lessons. What are you waiting for? Start Lessons now with Lessons in Your Home!

Instruments Offered in Baltimore

Not sure which instrument is right? Our guide to choosing a first instrument is a good place to start.

Meet Our Baltimore Music Teachers

Every Baltimore teacher on our roster has been interviewed, background checked, and carefully selected. Along with strong musical training and teaching ability, they bring the kind of presence to help students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn.

Jermane Dukes

Instrument(s): Drums, Piano

City: Atlanta

Jermane "JD" Dukes was born in Statesboro, Georgia and began playing drums at two years of age. During his formative years, JD studied and honed his skills in the public-school system band program while also playing drums in various churches and gospel groups. Shortly after graduating from high school, JD aud...

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Alana Velvis

Instrument(s): Drums, Percussion

City: Denver

Alana Velvis did not come from a family of musicians, but certainly came from a family of music fans. Music was constantly being played through her house growing up and Alana was there listening, but her ear seemed to focus on the drums. She absolutely loved the way the drums sounded and wanted to create th...

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Michelle Apostolides

Instrument(s): French Horn, Ukulele, Voice

City: Orlando

Michelle Apostolides currently resides in Central Florida with their husband and cat (Taso). They play trumpet, French horn, and the ukulele. She attended University of Central Florida to study music and education. They have over 100 service hours in the local public schools working with elementary music pro...

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Jonathan Stoots

Instrument(s): Drums, French Horn, Piano, Trumpet, Voice

City: Orlando

Jonathan Stoots is a conductor, composer, and performer based in the Orlando FL area. His interest in music began in music theatre where he was cast in his first show at the age of 7. When he was in middle school, he was enrolled in private voice lessons and began to play his first instrument, French Horn. Th...

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Conor Fortune

Conor Fortune is a singer/songwriter that teaches piano, drums, guitar, vocals, songwriting, music theory, and recording. He is a well rounded musician that has a back ground in multiple genres including rock, pop, jazz, funk, and classical music and has been working as a music teacher ever since graduating f...

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Eric Foreman’s musical journey began in 4th grade, when he decided he wanted to play the viola. He still remembers his orchestra teacher demonstrating each string instrument, and when she played part of “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion (from the movie Titanic) on the viola, he was instantly hooked. ...

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Jorge Reve

Instrument(s): Bass, Piano

City: Atlanta

Since he was little, Jorge showed interest in the arts, music being his favorite, which would later become his greatest passion. At the age of 12, he began receiving complementary piano lessons with private teachers. His curiosity about its different sounds led him to approach other instruments such as double...

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Elisabeth Harvey

Instrument(s): Flute, Guitar, Piano, Saxophone

City: Orlando

Elisabeth Harvey is a dedicated music teacher, instrumentalist, and all-around lover of music born and raised in Central Florida. From the time she was born, her family’s house was always filled with her older siblings singing Disney songs, show tunes, and hymns. Elisabeth still enjoys singing with her fami...

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Zhulinzi Wen

Instrument(s): Piano

City: Houston

Oct. 2017 The first place winner of American Protege International Concerto competition, New York. June 2016 The third prize of the Concert Artist International Virtuoso Competition, New York. July 2009 The first place winner of Schumann International Piano Competition(Asian-Pacific Region), Beijing

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Jenna Turner

Instrument(s): Flute, Piano

City: Denver

Jenna Black uses music education as an opportunity to teach healthy coping skills, passion, goal achievement, non-judgmental thinking and confidence building as well as the fundamentals! She embraces the student's journey to finding the artistic style that speaks to each individual. "I believe everyone is a...

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When you call Lessons In Your Home…

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After answering any questions you might have, we’ll pair you with a local teacher that best matches your age, schedule, skill level, and goals.

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… and then we’ll schedule your first month of lessons!

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First Lesson Guarantee — If you don’t LOVE your first lesson we can pair you with a teacher that better fits your situation. Or you can even cancel and pay us nothing.

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What Makes the Difference

Good music lessons are shaped by more than the instrument being taught. The teacher, the setting, and the way lessons fit into family life all matter.

🏠 Lessons come to you

No extra drive, no waiting room, and no trying to fit one more stop into the day. Lessons happen at home, where many students feel more at ease and more ready to learn.

🤝 Teachers who know your child

Lessons In Your Home matches teachers based on personality, learning style, and goals, not only instrument and availability. The same teacher returns each week, giving your child the consistency that helps trust and progress grow over time.

🎓 Skilled, experienced instructors

Our teachers have a degree in music or strong professional experience in the music community. Just as important, they know how to teach in a way that feels thoughtful, encouraging, and personal to each student.

🛡️ Background-checked teachers

Every teacher completes a full background check before teaching in a family’s home. We know how much trust that takes, and we treat it with care.

📅 Flexible scheduling for real family life

Lessons are available from 9am to 9pm, seven days a week. Family schedules change, and we work hard to make lessons fit into the week in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.

🎪 Recitals at no extra cost

Students are invited to perform in recitals organized by Lessons In Your Home at no additional cost. These performances give students something meaningful to work toward and a chance to feel proud of their progress.

What Baltimore Parents Ask Us

How does Lessons In Your Home work in Baltimore?

You call or contact us, we learn about your child’s age, goals, and schedule, and we match them with a local Baltimore teacher. The teacher comes to your home, or lessons happen online. No commuting required. Lessons run on your schedule, 9am to 9pm, seven days a week.

Do you offer online music lessons in Baltimore, too?

Yes. Families can choose in-home lessons, online lessons, or talk with the team about which format makes the most sense for their situation.

How are your teachers chosen?

Lessons In Your Home teachers are recruited from music schools, universities, conservatories, and referrals. They go through interviews, training, and background checks before teaching students.

Can you help if my child is shy or unsure?

Yes. A large part of strong teaching is noticing how each student responds and helping them build comfort over time. Lessons In Your Home is built around a more personal approach.

What instruments do you teach in Baltimore?

Lessons In Your Home offers piano, guitar, violin, voice, drums, orchestra instruments, and more, depending on teacher availability in your area.

What if our schedule changes during the year?

Schedule changes do come up, and Lessons In Your Home works with families to adjust lesson day and time when possible.

Do you offer a trial lesson?

Lessons In Your Home offers a first-lesson process, so families can begin and then decide if they want to continue, with billing and refund details outlined by the school.

More Than Music Lessons

Great teachers do more than teach notes and rhythms. They encourage, adapt, listen, and connect with students in a way that makes learning feel personal, comfortable, and lasting.

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