We offer private lessons in Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Piano, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Bass, Drums, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Flute, Trumpet, Trombone and French Horn for ages 5 and up. We are continually expanding our school programs to include different classes and new instruments - if you don’t see something listed, feel free to ask us!

Yes. Students enrolled in all Community Academy Music programs need to have their own instrument. We expect students to be able to put in consistent practice time throughout the week, so having access to your chosen instrument is essential. For beginners, we’d be happy to recommend inexpensive options that will be suitable to start.

Absolutely! It is never too late to begin taking lessons, and we accept adult students at all levels, whether complete beginners or seasoned players. In addition, our band program matches adults of similar skills and tastes into adult groups. 

To register for Private Instruction please fill out our student inquiry form to choose a time slot that will be convenient for you every week. We’ll do our best to accommodate your first choice of day and time and will confirm your teacher and time by email as soon as possible.

Our full school year program runs for 33 weeks from October through June. You may register at any time based on instructor availability. Tuition will be pro-rated appropriately and payments will be automatically deducted on the first of each month. Once you are enrolled in the automatic payment system you may keep your lesson time for as long as you wish. 

There is no commitment beyond the first month for private lessons if you should decide the experience isn't for you. After the first month, you can request to come off the schedule at any point by letting the office know in writing on or before the first of the month in the last month you wish to take lessons. If you wish to discontinue lessons for any reason we require 14 days notice. Email us at auxiliaryprograms@walnuthillarts.org 14 days before the last lesson you plan to attend to cancel your lesson. All registration deposits are non-refundable.