Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction across strings, winds, brass, piano, and voice, matched to your goals, age, and schedule.
Three steps to your first lesson
Submit a lesson inquiry
Tell us the instrument, the student’s age and experience, and your availability through our short inquiry form.
We match you with a teacher
We review availability across our faculty and connect you with a teacher who fits your instrument and goals.
Schedule and begin
You and your teacher set a recurring time and start making music, at the CMS or arranged directly.
Opens our short lesson-inquiry form. We will follow up to match you with a teacher.
Prefer to talk it through? Call 231-947-7120 ext. 5. Standard rates are $35 / 30 min or $70 / hour, and vary by teacher.
Find your instrument
Our private-lesson faculty teach a wide range of instruments and voice. Find your instrument below, then submit an inquiry and we will match you with the right teacher.
Frequently asked questions
How much do lessons cost?
Standard rates are $35 for a 30-minute lesson or $70 per hour, though they vary by teacher. We are always happy to talk it through by phone at 231-947-7120 ext. 5.
How long are lessons?
Most students take weekly 30-, 45-, or 60-minute lessons. You and your teacher decide what fits the student’s age and goals.
Can children and adults both enroll?
Yes, our faculty teach all ages. Just note the student’s age and experience on the inquiry form so we can match well.