Private Music Lessons

Great Teachers Change Lives. Music Is Just the Beginning.

The right teacher can inspire a lifelong love of music, build confidence, spark creativity, and help students discover what they’re truly capable of. At Community Music School, our exceptional faculty don’t simply teach notes and technique, they mentor, encourage, and celebrate every student’s unique musical journey.

Whether you’re enrolling a young beginner, supporting a growing musician, preparing for auditions, or finally learning the instrument you’ve always wanted to play, we’ll match you with the teacher who’s the right fit for your goals, learning style, and experience.

Personalized Lessons for Every Age and Stage

Private lessons are the heart of our program and are offered during our 17-week Fall (September–January) and Spring (January–June) semesters. Lessons are available in 30-, 45-, or 60-minute weekly sessions, and students may begin at any time during the semester. Semi-private lessons may also be available for select instruments.

Not Sure Your Child Is Ready?

Every child develops differently. If you’re wondering whether private lessons are the right next step, we can schedule (3) 30-minute trial lessons($47 each) to assess readiness and recommend the best path forward. View information on tuition and fees.

Private Instruction Is Available In:

Voice – All voice types and experience levels

Piano – Traditional instruction in a variety of musical styles

Percussion – Drum set, concert percussion, marimba, vibraphone, and more

Strings – Violin, viola, cello, guitar, bass, ukulele, plus Suzuki violin, cello, and guitar

Brass – Trumpet, trombone, French horn, tuba, baritone, cornet, euphonium

Woodwinds – Flute, piccolo, clarinet, saxophone, oboe

 More Than Weekly Lessons

As a private lesson student, you’ll become part of a vibrant musical community with opportunities to:

• Perform in studio, department, and school-wide recitals
• Participate in community performances
• Work with professional accompanists
• Attend faculty workshops and visiting artist masterclasses
• Utilize CMS practice rooms and performance spaces
• Receive discounts on additional lessons for yourself or a sibling

 Let’s Find the Right Teacher for You.

Every student deserves a teacher who inspires them to grow.

Complete our New Student Inquiry Form, and we’ll personally match you or your child with the instructor who best fits your interests, goals, schedule, and personality.

Questions? Call us at 860-767-0026 or visit us at 90 Main Street, Building 4, Centerbrook, CT.

Your musical journey starts with the right teacher—and we’d love to help you find yours.