General InformationThe lessons, classes and ensembles offered by The Music Institute have been designed to meet the needs and interests of our students. Whether you are a very young beginner experiencing formal music training for the first time, a high school student preparing for conservatory studies, an adult wishing to return to the instrument you set aside after high school, someone wishing to play your instrument along with other musicians in an ensemble setting or a music lover wanting to know more about music and be a more informed listener, The Music Institute has many offerings just for you. If you don’t see what you want, please call the Institute office. (410)772-4871.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons in all orchestral and band instruments, voice and piano are offered to students of all ages and levels of playing ability. Students can start private lessons anytime during the school year.
Recommended Beginning Age of Student
| Piano | 5 years |
| Strings | 5 years |
| Guitar | 8 years |
| Woodwinds/Brass | 9-10 years |
| Percussion | 9-10 years |
| Ukulele | 10 years |
| Voice | 14 years |
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| Lesson Lengths |
| 30, 45, 60 minutes weekly |
Instrument/Materials/Practice Facilities
Students enrolled in individual instruction must have their own instruments and/or have regular access to an instrument for practice unless other arrangements are made with teacher. If required, students should purchase any additional materials as soon as possible in order to facilitate instruction. There are practice rooms available for our music students for regular practice time at HCC. Instructions and regulations are posted on practice room doors and online. Students wishing to reserve a regular practice time must go to the Arts & Humanities Division Office, HVPA 200, during office hours and show proof of registration.
ENSEMBLES AND CLASSESThe Music Institute offers a variety of classes and ensemble programs. Each class and ensemble is designed with our students’ and the community’s interests in mind. This gives students the opportunity to learn important ensemble skills, take advantage of many occasions to perform while experiencing the joy of making music with other musicians Students are grouped together by age and ability level to foster a nurturing environment Ensemble coaching by the music institute faculty is first-rate. Our faculty regularly performs in ensembles, such as, the Gemini Piano Trio, Accordare Piano Duo and Octtava Piano Duo.
The Music Institute reserves the right to cancel classes that do not meet minimum enrollment requirements.
