University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory Musical Bridges Program
Private lesson students will receive weekly 45-minute lessons, grades 9-12, or weekly 30-minute lessons, grades 6-8, from one of our Musical Bridges faculty members. Lessons usually take place at the student’s school during their rehearsal time, but can also take place before/after school. Instructors will work directly with school ensemble directors to set up lesson times. If the student prefers to meet in the evening or on the weekend, then lessons will need to take place at UMKC.
UMKC Musical Bridges Information
A-Flat Music Studio Inc.
Kansas City/Lee’s Summit: (816) 606-9542
A-Flat Music Studio Inc. provides instrumental music instruction for students across the Kansas City metroplex. A-Flat Music Studio Inc. conducts formal music instruction for students who want to learn the fundamentals and foundations that pertain to good music performance. A-Flat Music Studio Inc. is the developing agency for The A-Flat Youth Orchestra. The students have been featured on the NBC Today Show, Feel Good Friday segment along with numerous other broadcasts and media outlets across the nation.
Parents who have students interested in acquiring music lessons, or who have performing students who would like to be a part of The A-Flat Youth Orchestra, should contact the director, Darryl Chamberlain at 816-606-9542 or email at signup@aflatmusicstudio.com.
Fees: $7.00 per group lesson, ranging from 30 to 60 minutes; $63.00 for a three-month session
*Instruction is currently done online.
Meyer Music
Blue Springs: (816) 228-5656; Overland Park: (913) 431-6636; KC North: (816) 746-0500
Since 1966, the backbone of Meyer Music has been providing private music lessons to Kansas City area students. No music store offers more music lessons than we do, and our vetted, quality instructors work with students ranging from beginning to advanced skill levels. Meyer Music offers one-on-one lessons for most band and orchestra instruments as well as piano, guitar, and ukulele. While the majority of instruction takes place in lesson studios inside of each Meyer Music location, many instructors offer virtual lessons. For more information on pricing and scheduling, please contact your closest Meyer Music location. Blue Springs | 816-228-5656 | 1512 SW Hwy 40, Blue Springs, MO 64015. Overland Park | 913-431-6636 | 11890 W 135 St, Overland Park, MO 66221. Kansas City North | 816-746-0500 | 6312 NW Barry Rd #14, Kansas City, MO 64154.
Taking private music lessons from Meyer Music impacts far more than musical talent. The skills acquired by learning to play an instrument have a positive effect on school performance and lasts well into adulthood. Music lessons are proven to:
Help students excel in school and score higher on math and science tests
Boost self-confidence due to the commitment, dedication and hard work required to improve playing
Improve physical coordination, especially hand-eye
Increase concentration
Promote a lifetime of exploration and open-mindedness
Fee: $20 or less for 30 minute lesson.
Instruction is available online or in-person.
REW Music
Lenexa: (913) 894-4349; Olathe: (913) 780-4426
What Makes REW Music Lessons Stand Out?
Top rated teachers in the KC area - all teachers have degrees in music or are near completion of their music degrees
Custom and Personalized Lesson plans for each student
Regular parent-teacher communication
More Student Showcases
Convenient payment at the REW counter: cash, check, debit, credit, or auto pay are all available!
Making learning and playing music more fun!
Fee: $108 a month for weekly music lessons. Instruction is available online or in-person.
Palen Music Center
Liberty: (816) 792-8301
Palen Music Center is a destination for musicians of every style and level. Every week the store hosts 17 expert instructors that provide competitively priced music lessons to more than 200 students in a wide variety of instruments. The Palen Music Center teaching staff includes national and international award recipients, several brand-endorsed artists, two published method book authors, and four current/former band instructors at the high school or college level. In addition to lessons, Palen Music Center offers expert instrument repairs on many different instrument families, a wide array of instruments available for sale or rental, and a competitive online store (palenmusic.com) that offers free same-day shipping on most items. Palen Music Center is conveniently at the intersection of State Highways 152 and 291 in Liberty, MO.
Fee: $21.25 for 30 minute lesson.
Instruction is available online or in-person.
Big Dude’s Music City
Kansas City: (816) 931-4638
Big Dude’s Music City offers private instruction for guitar, bass, and drums. We offer lessons for all types of players: beginner, intermediate, professional, or just for fun. The type of lesson you receive will depend upon your interests, your level, and your willingness to learn. We find that the more you put into your lessons, the more you will get out of them.
Fee: $20 for per 30 minute lesson.
Guitar instruction is available online or in-person.
Drum instruction is only in-person.
Shining Light Music
Lee’s Summit: (816) 347-0099
Shining Light Music provides private lessons for students interested in guitar, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, bass, piano, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, and upright bass. Lessons are 1/2 hour in length. All teachers are well-qualified in their instrument and individualize each lesson. Shining Light Music is practicing safety protocol in line with CDC guidelines to protect our students and teachers from COVID-19 at this time. To contact our lessons coordinator for information or to register for lessons use the contact form on our website.
Fees & Benefits: Teachers set their own prices, but the range is $25-$30 for half hour lesson. There is also an annual $20 registration fee with Shining Light Music. Students receive a 10% discount off all printed materials, as well as a t-shirt and a bag when they register.
We have teachers providing both online and in-person instruction. At this time, woodwind, brass and voice are only online.