Frequently asked questions

We start programs for communities of kids who don't have access at their school sites, or they want a different kind of music experience. We have one after school program at Innovations Academy, and we partner with St. Paul's Cathedral for our homeschool class teaching space!  To confirm, we do not teach any type of religion in our classes and all students are welcome at St. Paul's. St. Paul's administration is very passionate about supporting music programs at their beautiful campus. St. Paul's has a special child safety training for all adults, volunteers and they support all types of humans. It is very important to us that students feel safe and comfortable being themselves and that is why we partnered with St. Paul's Community. Lastly, we have opened a new class in Encinitas at Neuroquest Enrichment Center on Tuesdays from 1:30-2:30!

For the first 25 minutes after school, students are supervised by their music teacher at the play area. They can eat a snack and play for 25 minutes, then we head to class together!

We have at least one instructor per 8 kids. Sometimes we have more, and sometimes one teacher works great depending upon the type of class and the needs of the students. We may have special days as well where we bring in guest experts on specific instruments. Our goal is support the kids the best we can and teach a class they love attending! 

Come to one of our instrument sampling sessions at the beginning new class sessions! We have kids test out their aptitude on different instruments, listen to what they sound like. We help them pick an instrument based on the sound they like best, and which one felt most natural. 

Pamela Miller, the main teacher, is highly skilled in multi-instrument teaching techniques. She uses a method book specifically made for band and orchestra teachers who are teaching students a variety of instruments at once. This is the way band and orchestra is taught in school, and is very normal although it can be hard for non-music teachers to comprehend. Pamela is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Music Conducting, and has a Bachelors Degree in Music Education and Music Performance. We also have additional teachers to break up student groups into like instruments also to teach specified skills. For example, vocal students don't take their main lessons with trombone players and ukulele students don't take their main lessons with cello students. They do all combine for our performances throughout the year.

Weekly private lessons usually range between $60-$100 per hour. That is $240-$400 per month. Our weekly classes are offered in memberships starting at $115/month. In addition to the lower price, students in group classes get the added benefits of learning to work as a team, learning from each other, and performing in a relaxed group environment. Sibling packages and limited financial assistance upon request, pending simple application. Pop in classes are available upon request.

Our option to make up a class includes attending a different group class at one of our available times. You could also gift the make up class to another student who may want to do a pop in class. We do not do refunds on missed classes however, as instructors must be paid for their time even if students can't attend a particular day.

Register by emailing us and we will send you a registration google form for your particular class. Some instruments aren't included, so once you are registered, we can recommend local music stores with good instruments at competitive prices. Instrument rentals are usually around $20/month and they include insurance plans in case of an accident or lost instrument! For some classes, especially for younger kids general music classes, we often provide instruments. We do have a limited supply of band and orchestra instruments, priority given to families with financial need on first come first serve basis.