Frequently asked questions

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We create music ensemble classes for communities of kids/families who don't have access at their school sites, or they want a different kind of music experience. We have current classes and camps set up for Clairemont Area, Balboa Park Area, Escondido, Orange County YMCA Homeschoolers and Offer Privately Scheduled Group Classes also! We do also have virtual options and pop in classes!

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, founder and music director, is highly skilled in multi-instrument teaching techniques and thrives with groups! We use 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 holds a Masters Degree in Music Conducting, and Bachelors Degrees 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.

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! 

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!

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.