We are dedicated to fostering musical excellence by providing a nurturing environment for students of all ages and skill levels to study with our outstanding faculty. Hailing from around the world, our faculty members are professional musicians and trained educators who take a personalized approach to teaching. Our purpose is to help all students achieve their goals and realize their individual potential.
Areas of Study
Guitar & Bass
- acoustic guitar
- electric guitar
- electric bass
Percussion
- drum set
- marimba
- timpani
Voice
- all styles
Music Studies
- composition
- conducting
- ear training
- improvisation
- music theory
Program Details
At what age can my child start lessons?
We consider a number of developmental factors when recommending instruments. Below are general guidelines for developmental progress, along with the typical ages children reach these milestones.
String instruments come in small sizes, so instruction can start when a child is able to focus for the duration of a half hour, one-on-one lesson. String instruments require finger precision and dexterity, and a refined ear for tuning. Instruments can be rented to start.
Recommended age: 4+ (Suzuki violin, viola, and cello); 7+ (traditional violin, viola, and cello)
Piano instruction can start when a child is able to reach the keys of an acoustic piano, has strength to press them and make consistent sound, and is able to focus for the duration of a half hour, one-on-one lesson. Children can “see” the relationship between piano keys and written notes, making the piano a good introductory instrument. Pianos can be rented to start. Acoustic pianos are recommended.
Recommended age: 5+
Soprano recorder is a wonderful introduction to reading notes and making music. The small size of the instrument and close spacing of the holes is suited to children’s fingers and breath control. The recorder is inexpensive as a first instrument, and the skills developed are transferable to other instruments, allowing children to get a head start on learning music. Group classes foster friendship and teamwork as children perform in a recorder choir. Individual lessons are also available.
Recommended age: 5+
Acoustic guitars with nylon strings are available in small sizes and are recommended for young children over electric guitars.
Recommended age: 7+
A distinct instrument from the guitar, the ukulele has fewer strings (4), different tuning, and a smaller range. It requires less finger strength than guitar, and is typically less expensive to purchase. Learning chords and strumming develop listening skills and coordination, and children will have fun singing along as they play. The Young Yukes class provides a social environment that fosters friendship and teamwork as children perform together.
Recommended age: 8+
Drum set requires complex control of fine hand and wrist movement, and specific rhythmic capabilities. Other percussion instruments include vibraphone, timpani, and hand drums, which can be studied with teacher recommendation.
Recommended age: 8+
Wind and brass instruments are not recommended for young children due to the size of the instruments, the pressure placed on children’s teeth, and the lip strength needed to make sound.
Recommended age: 8+ (flute, clarinet); 10+ (saxophone, trumpet, trombone, french horn)