Private lessons are available for students ages 5+ and all levels.
At CMCB, you can take lessons to support your musical journey no matter what Pathway you are on! We have teachers who can help you pursue rigorous conservatory-quality piano instruction, who can guide you through exploring up to 20 different instruments, who can help you prepare to create your own rock band or write your own protest song, and more! Our friendly Student Services Team works to pair you with the right teacher to match your unique goals and needs.
New to CMCB? Please fill out the New Student Inquiry Form linked via the button below! This is the fastest way to get your information to our Student Services Team who will be able to match you with a private instructor. You can learn more about tuition by clicking here, and more about financial aid by clicking here.
By signing up for private lessons, you join the CMCB ecosystem of opportunities and bonuses! These include:
- Access to special Saturday workshops and events
- Department and studio recitals every semesters
- Multiple performance opportunities throughout the year, including Performathon, our annual Lapin Competition
- Invitations to perform at external events throughout Boston (and get paid to make music!)
- Free access to rehearsal space when available
- Free admittance to Community Conversations, Kleshinski concerts, Young Composers Festival, and more!
- Discount for family members when you register other children or adults for programming!
Are you a current student looking to sign up for summer lessons? Fill out this form below! (New students should fill out the form at the top of this page)
Below is a snapshot of what instruments we currently offer private instruction on, and the generally recommended age range and lesson length. Often we will make exceptions based on individual circumstance when it comes to any of these criteria, so please reach out to our Student Services team if you have any questions!
| Ages | Recommended Lesson Length | Suggested Instruments |
| 5-8 | 30 minutes | Composition Dulcimer Guitar Music Production Percussion (Drums, Xylophone) Piano Recorder Tin Whistle Ukulele Violin Voice |
| 9-11 | 30 minutes, 45 minutes | All above instruments, plus: Banjo Cello Clarinet Double Bass Flute Harp Saxophone Songwriting Trombone Trumpet Viola |
| 12+ | 30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes | All above instruments, plus: Bassoon Music Theory Oboe |
To learn more about our teachers and their musical backgrounds, visit our faculty page.