Private Lessons

The Academy offers private lesson instruction in nearly every musical discipline including piano, violin, cello, string bass, flute, saxophone, clarinet, oboe, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, voice, guitar, percussion and harp. Private lessons are offered in weekly private sessions of 30, 45 and 60 minutes. Students may choose their desired lesson length, or may consult their instructor to determine the lesson length appropriate for their study.

Students are placed with instructors based on their personal objectives for pursuing musical study. Each student's individual experience is of utmost importance to the Academy of Music, and we believe the experience begins with each student's relationship with their instructor and a common understanding of goals and preferences.

Piano - We offer private instruction on piano for beginning through advanced level students. Instructors are available for a broad range of interests including shared Suzuki Piano lessons for ages 3.5 and up, beginning piano for the young student, standard piano repertoire and MMTA participation, or contemporary style playing. Adults wanting to brush up their skills or pursue their "always wish I'd taken lessons" dreams are welcome!

Voice - The Academy voice studios offer private instruction to students elementary age through retired adult. Instructor backgrounds include Twin Cities professional singers with the men's ensemble Cantus, musical theater, and experienced collegiate level educators. 

Strings - Our private lessons for violin, cello and string bass are offered for beginner through all ages. Each instructor brings their individual teaching philosophy to lessons, with music reading curriculum introduced early based on individual student abilities. Ensemble for beginning level violin students is offered too.

 

Brass - We provide private music lessons on trumpet, french horn, trombone, and tuba.

Woodwinds - Lessons are offered on oboe, clarinet, bassoon, flute, recorder, and saxophone.

Theater - Our theater program was developed to provide instruction for specific acting skills and opportunity for show participation. Private acting lessons mentor each student to build confidence and necessary skills to navigate the theatre world. 

Guitar-  Lessons for beginners through adult offer choice of style in classical, rock or blues guitar. Fundamental technique and individualized planning for lessons is based on student needs and interest.

 

Harp - Mount Calvary Academy of Music is pleased to be able to offer private harp lessons with a full sized beautiful Academy owned harp onsite for students to use in lessons.  The harp will be tuned and ready to go at the start of lessons - beginners through adult! 

 

"What is man's ultimate direction in life?
It is to look for love, truth and beauty."
-Shin'ichi Suzuki