Music Programs

Private Music Lessons
Private lessons are offer on all popular instruments and voice. We have found that private one-on-one instruction allows students to progress at their own pace and gain the best understanding of musical techniques. Students can start private lessons as young as 5 years old. Students can start private lessons any time of the year or month so there's no need to wait to get started. A variety of styles are taught such as pop, jazz, rock and classical. Beginners typically start with a 30 minute lesson each week, for intermediate and advanced students we recommend a 60 minute lesson each week. Voice students typically take a 45 minute lesson each week as it takes about 5-10 minutes to warm up. Contact the school office to see which times and days are available. 614-572-3640.

Songwriting Program
Our song writing program is for vocalist and instrumentalist who want to learn how to write, produce and record music. The program includes a 60 minute lesson each week with one of our composition teachers. The program focuses on developing music from thought, poetry, journals, and or diary entries into a polished and complete song. Students also learn how to use the popular recording program garage band. This program can be combined with private lessons.

College Preparation
Our college prep. program is designed for those who wish to pursue a degree in music. The program includes a one hour private lesson each week with one of our advanced instructors. Lessons include instruction on the students primary instrument, intermediate theory and counter point, ear training, music business and professionalism as a performer as well as many other topics. This program is accelerated and requires a large amount of time out side of the weekly classes.

Jazz Program

Level 1
Level 1 is for intermediate students. Students learn the basics of jazz theory and how to improvise. The program includes a 30 minute private lesson with one of our instructors on the students primary instrument, and a 60 minute group combo/theory class each week. Students in this program perform regularly and occasionally record as a group.

Level 2 (prerequisite level 1)
Level 2 is for advanced students. Students continue to the intermediate level of jazz theory and improvisation. Students also learn performance techniques and composition basics. The program includes a 30 minute private lesson with one of our instructors on the students primary instrument and a 60 minute group combo/theory class each week. Students in this program perform regularly and occasionally record as a group.
Common Music Questions and Answers

Q: Do I need a piano at home to take piano lessons?
A: It is ideal if you do have a piano at home, but you can start lessons by using an electric keyboard to practice on. Most of our students rent or buy small electric keyboards to practice on at home. We recommend a keyboard that has regular sized keys and a touch sensitive response. A touch sensitive keyboard means if you press a key harder it will play louder and if you press a key softer it will play quieter.

Q: Do I need a full drum set to take drum lessons?
A: No you do not need a full drum set to start drum lessons. Students can start lessons by using a practice pad. This is a small dinner plate sized pad that costs $20-$30 that is used for practicing basic drum rhythms.

Q: How long does it take to learn an instrument?
A: There is no set answer of how long it takes to learn an instrument. With regular practice a basic level of playing can be accomplished in a few months. Most of our students take lessons on a long term basis because they want to be constantly improving and they find the lessons enjoyable.

Q: I don't have any musical background or ability; can I still help my child practice?
A: Yes. Even if you don't have a musical background you can ask the teacher for advice on how to help your child practice. By simply monitoring that they are practicing it will be a tremendous help to them. Many parents sit in on lessons and with children age 5-7 we recommend that parents sit in during the lessons.