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Average Cost of Music Performance Lessons

The average cost of 60-minute music performance lessons is $62. While the exact cost will vary depending on the teacher, type of lesson, and your location, you should expect to spend anywhere between $15 and $277 per hour.

30-min $15
 
$37 average
 $257
45-min $17
 
$50 average
 $267
60-min $15
 
$62 average
 $277

For the best experience, we typically recommend 60-minute music performance lessons. However, students looking for a more affordable option may want to consider a shorter lesson length of 45 or 30 minutes. On average, 45-minute music performance lessons are 20% less expensive at $50, and 30-minute lessons cost 41% less at $37.

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Music Performance Lesson Reviews from Students

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Glynis D.

Long Beach, CA
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Robert H.

Pikesville, MD
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Jeff W.

Montara, CA
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About Glynis D.

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Long Beach, CA

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I think that music is a full body experience. Along with teaching how to sing I think teaching how to perform is a very important aspect.

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Helen January 14, 2018
· Piano · In studio
Elizabeth is enjoying her lessons very much is very enthused Glynis does a very nice job.
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Jesalyn January 11, 2018
· Vocal Training · In home
My daughters first day lesson with Glynis was Awesome! She couldn’t stop talking about her and what she learned on the first day. She is so excited and can’t wait for her next class.
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Christopher September 19, 2017
· Piano · In studio
She's super awesome. She completely understands musics, which comes in handy because she'll teach you some theory from time to time during a lesson. And it's a huge plus that she's really understanding and nice.

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I work with a variety of people with many different goals. Currently my studio has young beginners, teens and young adults who are entering their professional career stage with new recordings, videos and many performance opportunities. We have upcoming shows at professional venues for our young artists as well as nursing homes and churches for less experienced performers. Shows include all genres and styles: voice, piano guitar and ensembles - and the studio has a lot of collaboration between people - doing back up vocals, co-writing songs, duets trios and more.

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Ava September 5, 2018
· Piano · Online
Robert is a great teacher. He listens and helps the student create and work towards achieving personal goals.
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Mary Kaye K. August 14, 2018
· Piano · Online
Robert has made the piano come alive for me and I am so grateful. His teaching is lively and I have never experienced such wonder in music. The lessons are fun:
they include singing, counting, improvising and sprinkling of basics.
I love my lessons with Robert....
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Kim M. August 7, 2018
· Singing · Online
Robert was great.I learn a lot about singing it was fun thanks lol kim

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Montara, CA

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Students will learn how to perform while playing the drum set and not just look like their having fun, but show their audience and peers they are having fun. We learn this in a step-by-step process.

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David January 24, 2018
· Drum · Online
Jeff totally knows how to let me go off in my own learning direction while keeping me grounded in the fundamentals. He's an excellent teacher.
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David January 20, 2018
· Drum · Online
First lesson was great! Will continue learning from Jeff.
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Julia March 28, 2016
· Drum · In studio
Jeff has been great! I'm an adult student, returning to drumming after at least 15 years. My lessons have been fun, and the instructions have been excellent.

Will F.

Knoxville, TN
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Peter D.

El Cerrito, CA
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Anahit S.

Van Nuys, CA
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About Will F.

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Knoxville, TN
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I work with an array of clients that include music instruction on guitar, bass, piano and vocals. I also produce various clients working with them on writing their material or helping them hone what they've already written and getting it to tape.

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Eddie October 1, 2017
· Songwriting · In studio
Great Fun!
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Alan May 4, 2017
· Songwriting · In studio
things are going well.....Will is a very helpfull and agreeable teacher....am considering more lessons in the future....but i don't like this company's auto renewing me for lessons...but...that ain't Wills fault....i look forward to seeing his Studio in Action!.....that's the next lesson.....
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Alan April 23, 2017
· Singing · In home
it went very well....i'd give 4.5 or 5 stars but i'm going to wait and see how it goes...i dont give perfect scores for anything so easy....seems to be a very well rounded instructor which fits into my plans of going over a wide range of subjects besides singing.....I'm just going to take five lessons as an overview of musicianship as thats all my budget allows....

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El Cerrito, CA

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Whether you are a vocalist, a pianist, or a singer-songwriter, I can help you take your expression and technique to the next level. I emphasize the concepts of "knowing your space" and then "owning your space" in order to help maximize the potential of the performer. I have coached hundreds of people over the last 6 years, and have worked as an Artist Developer/Music Producer for several artists.

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Wick A. February 23, 2018
· Piano · In home
Great instructor. Friendly, easy to understand, talented and can teach piano, theory, composition, etc.
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Susan December 8, 2017
· Piano · In home
My 10 year old son loves playing little riffs on the piano but really didn't want lessons for fear it would be too much like school. Peter has been awesome about tailoring the lessons so that my son can choose the Music he likes and move forward from his place of interest. Peter is a skilled and gifted pianist, and my son is totally inspired to keep playing and put in the work to improve.
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Leyla November 30, 2017
· Piano · In home
I have been working with Peter for a little over a year and although I'm moving away, I will be continuing my sessions with him over video. Over the past year, I've had the most incredible mentoring experience with Peter and would highly recommend him to students of all ages. I used to play piano as a kid and quit when I was in middle school, and Peter has helped me regain, maintain and build on my skills. He takes measures to keep me accountable in my practice and also nurtures and encourages me creatively -- his experience as a composer comes in handy and we have dope jam sessions. In addition to his musical teaching practice, Peter is also training in somatic and trauma healing modalities that infuse his work with students with care and attunement. I know some parents who work with him keep him around their kids as a life coach and buddy as well as a music teacher. He's the best and I will miss seeing him every week in person!

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Van Nuys, CA
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Making music an important part of life

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Michael November 5, 2017
· Classical Piano · In studio
Excellent teacher who has been training my daughter in classical piano for the past 3 years. Anahit has an incredibly vast knowledge of piano repertoire, technique and performance. She has gotten my daughter active in the Certificate of Merit program of California and understands how to properly prepare students to achieve high marks in all aspects of piano study. Highly recommended!
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Hovik July 3, 2017
· Classical Piano · In studio
I have been taking piano lessons with Anahit for 2,5 years. I was recommended by an acquaintance, whose technique I admired and I also saw the improvement immediately after she started taking classes with Anahit. I am so glad I made the decision to commit full time and let Anahit work her magic. She has certainly taken me to new levels of knowledge, skill and technique. If anyone is serious about playing the piano, especially as a career, look no further. Aside being a master of her craft, she is kind, professional and polite. I highly recommend her!
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jessica June 24, 2017
· Classical Piano · In home
Anahit is an amazing piano instructor. She instills a felling of confidence in students. She also has a very extensive repertoire that almost seems endless. I would recommend her to anyone of any age that wants to learn how to play the piano. She teaches from the basics to very advanced levels. She is also very committed to her job, and rarely misses lessons. Her lessons are very professional and private.

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Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, check out the Music Performance articles on our blog.

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Open Mic 101: How to Overcome Stage Fright & More

Thinking about stopping by an open mic night, or hitting the stage for karaoke? Performing in front of others is a fantastic way to boost your confidence and meet other musicians in the area - but it can also be pretty scary if you're a newbie! Luckily, learning how to overcome stage fright is easy when you focus on the right things. Read on to learn more about how open mic nights work, how to prepare for your first performance, and how to overcome your stage fright: How Do Open Mic Night … Read More

Open Mic 101: How to Overcome Stage Fright & More
Thinking about stopping by an open mic night, or hitting the stage for karaoke? Performing in front of others is a fantastic way to boost your confidence and meet other musicians in the area - but it can also be pretty scary if you're a newbie! Luckily, learning how to overcome stage fright is easy when you focus on the right things. Read on to learn more about how open mic nights work, how to prepare for your first performance, and how to overcome your stage fright: How Do Open Mic Night
What They Don’t Tell You About Becoming a Musician
When you become a musician -- whether you're playing the guitar, the drums, or another instrument -- you'll notice a pattern when others find out about your skills. Read on to learn what they don't tell you about becoming a musician, in this guest post by Brookings, SD teacher Carl S...     Every musician has his or her own story. Some people play as a hobby and may play the occasional gig. Others are gigging frequently or perhaps teaching music. No matter what type of musician you ar
Music Criticism: How To Handle a Critical Audience
Years ago, I heard my first band would be featured in the local paper and I was so excited to read the article. I hurried home to read it and found that the short blurb was far from complimentary. A public critique like that can make you want to give up. I certainly wanted to hide under my bed for a week! However, I have learned how to handle criticism and continued to make music that makes me happy. In the time since then, I have been lucky enough to receive both criticism and positive revie

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Would you like to become a better musician? Sure, you may have flawless skills and technical experience with your instrument, however there are many other techniques and challenges you need to learn if you wish to become a famous performer. If you want to be an artist with the total packaged, you should look to complement your music talent and experience with the right attitude when it comes to performing. If you take music performance lessons, you can learn how to command the audience through a powerful stage presence. Through your music lessons you will also be coached on how to behave on stage and how to effectively connect with your audience. As you may already be aware playing is different from performing, and if you wish to excel in both you should consider taking private music performance lessons. This way you’ll have the best chance for success and achieve your goals more quickly.


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