Music Lessons That Make Sense for Washington, DC Families

A more personal way to learn music

Washington, DC is a city of institutions, but its music culture runs a lot deeper than its monuments. The Kennedy Center draws world-class performers from every discipline, and neighborhoods like Columbia Heights, Petworth, and Brookland have built a thriving independent music scene built around venues, churches, and community programs that have shaped musicians for generations.

That same energy is what our Washington, DC music teachers bring into your living room. Many studied at Howard University, Catholic University, or the University of Maryland, and have performed in orchestras, ensembles, and studios across the region before bringing that experience into their teaching. They know this city, they live here, and they understand what it means to build something meaningful with a student over time.

What makes in-home lessons work particularly well in DC is the city’s pace. Between school, activities, and a commute culture that can eat a full hour from the day, getting to a music school and back is a real cost. When a teacher comes to your home, your child skips all of that. They’re comfortable, they’re focused, and the lesson can begin.

Lessons In Your Home has been placing teachers in Washington, DC homes since 1997. The city has grown and changed a great deal in that time. The way a great teacher builds trust with a child 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, Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC

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

Meet Our Washington, DC Music Teachers

Every Washington, DC 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.

Brad Martz

Instrument(s): Composition, Drums, Piano, Trumpet, Voice

City: Seattle

Growing up with three older sisters Brad heard music his whole life. From his earliest memories all 4 children played the piano. His forward thinking mother was a Registered Nurse and of the opinion that music at a young age (or any age) would promote brain development and memory. She was correct. By the t...

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David Dunn

Instrument(s): Guitar, Voice

City: Denver

For over ten years, David Starr Dunn has been entertaining audiences with his singing and guitar playing. Based in Denver, he has spent the last several years appearing at local venues as well as across the country, and recently in Europe. A CU Denver alumni, David has experience working as a solo act, a band...

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Anna Zhu

Instrument(s): Piano

City: Seattle

Anna Zhu is a passionate pianist who has dedicated 17 years to her love for classical music. Her journey with the piano began as a deep curiosity and grew into a lifelong commitment, driven by a profound love for the art form. She feels an unmatched sense of achievement when she masters a new piece and has th...

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Wendy Hairel

Instrument(s): Piano

City: Dallas

Music has always been a part of Wendy's life, beginning with her mother's lullabies. Wendy started playing the piano at the age of 5 and continued studying piano through high school. She performed a concerto with her middle school orchestra at the age of 13. She began teaching piano lessons at the age of 22 ...

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Jullianne Lee

Instrument(s): Piano, Voice

City: Houston

Jullianne Lee is a vocalist and pianist who recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance from Houston Baptist University. She began playing piano at the age of three and gave her first performances by the age of five, spending her childhood immersed in music and continual artistic growth...

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Brent Labasan

Brent Labasan (he/him) is a Seattle-based pianist and music producer with over a decade of piano experience spanning classical, pop, contemporary, EDM, and some jazz. His musical journey began in the first grade with formal lessons, continued with recital and concert performances, and today he can often be fo...

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Kevin Sainmelus

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

City: Atlanta

Kevin Christopher Sainmelus is a man who was introduced to music at
the age of thirteen years old. It was
something different that he was not used to due to the sudden move
from Florida. Kevin received his first piano
as a Christmas gift and was amazed. After that day playing the piano
had a rolling...

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Kevin Slade

Instrument(s): Music Theory, Piano, Voice

Kevin Slade is a classical and jazz bass/vocalist, composer, music producer, and piano instructor originally from South Carolina and currently based in the Washington, DC area. He holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Howard University, where he graduated cum laude with a focus in composition and a minor in c...

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William Waldron

William Waldron is teacher who believes that there is music in all of us waiting to get out. In some of us the music is already at the surface; in others it is a bit deeper and needs more time to show itself. Both need some guidance to polish it and make the performer shine.

William’s music backgroun...

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David Stompro

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

City: Seattle

David is a guitarist, songwriter and performer raised in Great Falls, MT. His father was a school music teacher and his mother a school secretary and Sweet Adeline. David started trumpet at age 6 and played that from elementary through high school. At age 14, he picked up a guitar and hasn’t put it down sin...

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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 Washington, DC Parents Ask Us

How does Lessons In Your Home work in Washington, DC?

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

Do you offer online music lessons in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC?

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.

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