Music Lessons That Make Sense for Seattle Families

Seattle has a music culture that families can feel almost everywhere, from Benaroya Hall and school concerts to the independent venues tucked into Capitol Hill, Ballard, Fremont, and Queen Anne. The city has always made room for people who listen closely, make things their own, and find meaning through sound.

For many of our Seattle teachers, music is part of how they move through the city. They may be performers, educators, composers, church musicians, ensemble players, or lifelong students of their instrument. What they share is a steady, thoughtful way of teaching that helps children feel seen, supported, and capable from the first lesson forward.

In-home lessons fit Seattle family life because the day is already full before music even begins. Between rain, hills, school pickup, I-5, neighborhood traffic, and packed weeknights, getting across town can take more energy than parents expect. When the teacher comes to you, your child can begin from a calmer place.

Lessons In Your Home has served Seattle families since 1997. The neighborhoods, schedules, and routines have shifted over time, but the heart of a strong lesson remains the same: a teacher who knows the student, notices the small wins, and helps music feel natural at home.

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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, Seattle, 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 Seattle

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

Meet Our Seattle Music Teachers

Every Seattle 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 that helps students feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn.

Clayton Finlayson

Instrument(s): Brass, Trumpet

City: Atlanta

Clayton began his musical aspirations while at Harrison High School in Kennesaw, GA. Taking on private instruction from acclaimed trumpet player, Jennifer Marotta, Clayton pursued his aspirations of majoring in music in college and having a career in music. Me went on to be accepted in prestigious ensembles s...

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Michael Hazani

Instrument(s): Guitar, Piano

City: Seattle

Michael Hazani first picked up the guitar at the age of 13, and hasn't put it down since. An experienced tutor with over a decade's worth of students, Michael is a graduate Summa-cum-Laude of Berklee College of Music where he studied songwriting and production in addition to guitar performance. Having graduat...

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Tanya Johnson

Instrument(s): Flute, Piano

City: Denver

Ms. Tanya relocated to Littleton in June 2024 from Houston, TX, where she served as an elementary school librarian and taught part-time piano lessons at a local music school. Now, she works full-time as a librarian at a charter school in Highlands Ranch while continuing her passion for teaching piano.

With...

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Matthew Yalcin

Instrument(s): Bass Guitar, Guitar, Piano

City: Houston

Playing piano since the age of 6, Matthew has always had a love for music. He started teaching himself guitar at 12, singing at 13, bass guitar at 14, and began writing and producing original music at 15. Now a college graduate, Matthew has had over 5 years of one-on-one teaching experience, primarily in his ...

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Douglas Miller

Instrument(s): Organ, Piano

City: Dallas

Douglas Miller is a multifaceted professional known for his talents as a pianist, as well as his expertise as a newspaper publisher and business consultant. A graduate of Northwestern University, Douglas honed his musical skills and went on to manage the concert and artist department for Steinway Pianos, whe...

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Alvin Nix

Instrument(s): Drums

City: Denver

Alvin Nix has been playing drums since he was only 7 years old. Since this young age, he has always dreamed of playing drums professionally. Throughout his early career in music, he has manifested this dream by playing drums at school, in his local church organizations, and in local group fundraisers. While c...

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Tannon Gilmore

City: Houston

Integrity, passion and professionalism are what Tannon Gilmore has built his musical life from. Tannon started his career at the tender age of 6 years old after receiving a guitar for Christmas. At an early age, he began to teach himself how to play guitar until his parents noticed, and thought, “we must f...

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Gloria Shadel

Instrument(s): Cello, Piano, Ukulele, Viola, Violin

City: Dallas

Gloria Burca was born and raised in Chicago and moved to Dallas in 2026. She has been teaching private one-on-one music lessons since 2008, working with students ranging from age 2 through adulthood. Gloria teaches violin, viola, cello, piano, and ukulele, and has extensive experience hosting annual recitals ...

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Steven Ehrhardt

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

City: Denver

Steven is a career guitarist and educator. He earned his Masters Degree in Classical Performance from the University Of Colorado under Charles Wolzein, and studied at the Peabody Conservatory under Manuel Barrueco. Steven also has a long history of performing and teaching Jazz and Pop Guitar. He studied an...

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Christina Odgear

Instrument(s): Viola, Violin, Voice

City: Seattle

Christina takes pride in teaching violin and vocals. She has always been fascinated by music. At age 4, she told the world that she was going to be a singer. Then, at age 10, she chose violin out of a plethora of other instruments to play in the school orchestra. At age 11, she was begging her violin teach...

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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.

What Families Say About Us

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 Seattle Parents Ask Us

How does Lessons In Your Home work in Seattle?

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

Do you offer online music lessons in Seattle, 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 that more personal approach.

What instruments do you teach in Seattle?

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 that allows families to begin and then decide whether to continue, with specific 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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