Why Take Private Lessons?
This is a question I get often. The simplest answer is that private instruction allows for one-on-one instruction that can be tailored to your needs. Typically, in a band setting, the band director is juggling dozens of different instruments all at once. It’s understandable that they don’t have the time to address each student directly and this commonly results in players developing bad habits that go unchecked until they reach a point where further musical development suffers. Private instruction addresses all of this to ensure you start your musical journey right and can focus on correcting bad habits before they become engrained.
Lesson Types
In the private teaching space, there are two common lesson types available to suit the needs of players of varying experience levels. All prospective students will receive a complimentary trial lesson to see if we work well together. The prices indicated below assume that the student travels to me for instruction. If you prefer in-home lessons, a reasonable cost for my travel will be added to the base rate.
30-Minute Lessons - $40
Beginner players - These are the lessons I started with way back in 5th grade. Generally, I recommend lessons of this length for beginning players due to limitations of endurance and focus that would be required for an hour of playing. I like to focus on fundamental skills to help avoid bad habits from forming early on that can be difficult to reverse.
1-Hour Lessons - $80
Intermediate and advanced players - Hour lessons are more demanding of endurance, preparation, and focus to get the most out of our time together. I will push you hard in these lessons to help you achieve your maximum potential. If you’re a hard-charging middle schooler who’s been playing for at least a couple years, a high school level player, or you’re prepping for college music auditions, this is the choice for you.
If either of these options sounds good to you, please click below to get in touch with me! I look forward to working with you.