We’ve seen it over and over again: a child with autism, ADHD, or dyslexia walks into their first music lesson unsure and hesitant—and walks out smiling, proud, and more confident than before. That’s not a coincidence. Thoughtfully taught music lessons support learning differences by offering a unique mix of structure, creativity, and sensory engagement that
We’ve helped hundreds of kids start their musical journey on guitar—and we know that as a parent, you’ve got questions. Whether your child is drawn to shredding on electric or strumming acoustic melodies, we’re here to help you understand what to expect when starting beginning guitar lessons for kids. Here’s what we tell families in
We get this question a lot: “How do I keep my child motivated to practice?” The short answer? You don’t have to do it alone. When you work with a qualified private teacher, their job isn’t just to teach technique—it’s to motivate kids with music in a way that sparks curiosity, confidence, and joy. Our
Every piano teacher has preferences on which piano methods to use for each age group, and as a piano teacher living in D.C., I definitely have my top picks for young beginners. After years of experience, I have compiled my own hybrid method that draws from the top piano curriculum resources to create a personalized
As a group of private music teachers who have taught in schools, studios, and our own homes, we’ve learned one thing with certainty: teaching music students better starts with in-home lessons. After years of working in various settings, the most consistent growth, happiest students, and strongest relationships all seem to come when we teach inside
As a group of music teachers who work with beginner students every day, we believe in something simple but powerful: music lessons are for playing, not just learning. Yes, we teach the fundamentals—notes, rhythms, technique—but the real magic happens when students get to use those tools to make music they love. We’ve seen students light
It’s a bit of a cliché to say this, but I love to listen to music. You could safely assume that all musicians love to listen to music, but you might not know that it can be a really challenging thing to do. It’s a skill you can practice and improve upon. My ability to
As private music teachers who work with beginners of all ages, we see it all the time: sweaty palms, racing hearts, and nervous energy before a performance. Whether it’s a school recital or their first time playing for family, many students feel anxious. But here’s the truth we always share—you can calm performance nerves naturally
As a team of active private music teachers, we’re always looking for ways to help our beginner students practice more effectively—and enjoy the process too. One of our favorite music practice structure tips is a simple routine we call: Something Old, Something New, Something Fast, Something Slow. This structure isn’t just catchy—it’s incredibly effective. By
Once lessons get rolling and you’ve started to make progress you might notice that progress slows down. I see it happen all the time with my students and in my own practicing. The good news is… this is a common problem and the solution is scaffolding. Who hasn’t learned their first tune, a cool guitar