Starting children off at the right age is the key element to the success of their lessons. You may hear 'the sooner the better' but this attitude can actually backfire. If a child is put in lessons too soon they may feel overwhelmed, frustrated and want to stop all together. The following are guidelines we have found to be successful in determining how young a child can start taking music lessons.

Private 30 Minute Classes

At our school, 5 years is the youngest age that we start children in private piano lessons. At this age they have begun to develop longer attention spans and can retain material with ease. Independent study of musical notes will be expected in addition to classroom learning.

Voice Lessons:

Private 30 Minute Classes

7 years old is recommended as the youngest age for private lessons. Due to the physical nature of voice lessons (proper breathing techniques, development of the vocal cords and lung capacity), a younger body is generally not ready for the rigors of vocal technique.

Children's Choir:

45 Minute Classes

If your child has a keen desire to start music, a children's choir class will give them a good foundation in music basics which will be helpful in later private lessons. We offer a children's choir for kindergarten through fifth grade. For the 5-6 year old, private lessons generally do not work as the child has not yet experienced the formal learning environment which aids in more effective learning. This class teaches them how to use their voices properly, in a fun, relaxed environment.

Piano Lessons - Ages 5 & up, Voice Lessons - Ages 7 & up

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