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INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
LESSONS & CLASSES
Discover, improvise and play!
Our instrumental program offers students ages 5 years to adult the opportunity to learn the joy of playing a musical instrument while studying with highly skilled, professional musicians. Students can learn in a variety of formats including group classes, partner lessons, and private lessons. Instructors focus on technique, sight-reading, and music theory while encouraging students to discover their unique styles, interests and ability to improvise. Ask about our new in-home lesson program! We also offer special discounts to those taking lessons after 7:00 PM.
Note: We provide pick-up services from local public and independent schools with a fee of $360 per semester.
In-house instrument maintenance services provided by Arolla Piano Co! If you are a CSSMA student or faculty member, you can receive a 10% discount on piano tuning services. Head to arollapianoco.com to book today.
5yrs & up
Private Instrumental & Voice Lessons
One-on-one lessons for students of all ages with a member of our world-class teaching faculty. All instruments and experience levels.
4 - 13yrs
Piano Lab
Each small group, hour-long session includes work on the basics of technique, sight-reading, and repertoire, drawing upon a variety of piano methods
5yrs & up
World Drumming Ensemble
Students will learn foundational rhythms and basic techniques on hand drums, djembe, shakers, and other handheld percussion instruments, while studying meter and learning to play together in an ensemble.
7yrs & up
Guitar Class
This group instrumental class offers beginning guitar instruction in a small group setting.
5yrs & up
Partner Instrumental & Voice Lessons
Two students share lesson time with their instructor. A great choice for a parent and child or best friends to learn together! All instruments and experience levels.
5 - 8 yrs
Group Piano and Eurhythmics for Kids
Certified Dalcroze Instructor Sabine Heubusch leads this keyboard-focused small group instrumental class, incorporating Eurhythmics principles into every lesson.
5 yrs & up
Dr. Tereza's Music Theory Workshop
In this program, Dr. Tereza Lee breaks down the fundamentals of music theory that students of all ages need to know!
8yrs & up
Broadway on White Street: A Musical Theater Workshop
Veteran actor, singer, and educator Liz Asti guides students through play-based exercises in acting, singing, and movement for musical theatre, working both individually and as a part of a (Covid-safe) ensemble.
4 - 13yrs
Saturday Strings
Each small group, hour-long session includes work on the basics of technique, bowing, and repertoire, drawing upon a variety of string methods.
5 - 8yrs
Group Piano with Dr. Yoyo
This group instrumental class offers beginning piano instruction in a small group setting.
7yrs & up
Chamber Ensemble for Kids
Young classical musicians are invited to explore the orchestral experience while learning basic repertoire and the core principles of ensemble playing.
8yrs & up
Band Factory
Join CSS’s Band Factory. For kids ages 8 and up, all levels, all styles of music.