Question 1

What age should my child start lessons?

Accepted Answer

Piano lessons can be started at age 4. Guitar lessons at age 6, and Voice lessons age 8. Some teachers may accept younger students. Our Group Piano Program is recommended for younger children who may have difficulty sitting for a 30-minute private lesson. Group classes offer a fun, engaging experience with more movement-based activities.

Question 2

How much is tuition?

Accepted Answer

Tuition prices vary depending on type of lesson (group vs. private), length of lesson, and level of instruction.
Tuition starts at around $120/month for beginner group classes, with discounts available depending on how you pay (eg. year-in-full vs monthly, PAD vs credit card, etc.)

Question 3

What types of lessons does Carillon offer?

Accepted Answer

PianoGuitar / Ukulele Voice TheoryChoirMusic CompositionPrivate LessonsGroup ClassesOnline Lessons

Question 4

Do parents need to stay for the lesson?

Accepted Answer

Parents are required to attend the younger children's group classes. Red and Yellow Music require parent participation while Blue Music (ages 8-12) do not require parents to stay.

Question 5

How long are lessons?

Accepted Answer

Group classes are 1 hour a week. Private lessons are 30 minutes a week with options for 45 and 60 minute lessons.

Question 6

Do I need to have a piano at home? Is a keyboard okay?

Accepted Answer

Students must have access to a piano to practice between lessons. If buying a keyboard it should have 88 keys and MUST be touch sensitive!

Question 7

My child has had some piano lessons before. Which group class should I enroll them in?

Accepted Answer

If you're not sure what group class your child should be enrolled in we may recommend they come in for an assessment. A student between group class levels may also enroll in private lessons to get them up to speed with the current group class.

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