Private Lessons are available to children and adults of all experience levels — from beginners through the most advanced levels of study. Lessons are scheduled on an individual basis and are contingent upon teacher availability.
Students enrolled in Private Lessons are required to have a practice instrument available.
Students will also have opportunities to participate in recitals, repertoire and master classes, and either of our music certificate programs.
If you are no longer interested, after submitting an inquiry form, you must submit an Add/Drop form to [email protected].
*2024-25 full-year academic period (September 4, 2024-May 19, 2025)*
Benefits of Full-Year enrollment:
Students new to Private Lessons at Peabody must sign up for a placement interview. Additional information will be sent to you regarding this process once the inquiry form is submitted.
You can access the registration system here. Click on the Private Lessons button on the left side of the screen and follow the instructions for “New Students” to submit the inquiry form.
During the placement interview students and/or parents discuss goals, program information, and scheduling needs. Students should be prepared to discuss first, second, third, and possibly fourth choices for scheduling with the faculty. A decision regarding the schedule will either be made during the interview or within a week of the interview. Students who have studied an instrument or a discipline prior to enrolling at the Preparatory should bring their instrument and/or any music or portfolio they have been working on with former teachers or programs. Beginners may be asked to demonstrate their musical potential in some way.
The Preparatory Administrative staff will process your enrollment and email an invoice with payment due upon receipt. Your instructor will contact you to confirm lesson location, room, day, and time.
It is the desire of the Preparatory to accommodate as closely as possible the scheduling needs of the student. On those rare occasions when a student cannot be placed, a full refund of the $50 registration fee (per semester) will be issued. In keeping with University Policy, no refund can be processed until one month after the payment has been received or if there is a balance left on a student’s account.
Private Lesson Tuition Rates 2024-25
| 4-Pack | 6-Pack | 8-Pack | 10-Pack* | Per Session | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Minutes | $272.00 | $408.00 | $544.00 | $646.00 | $68.00 |
| 45 Minutes | $396.00 | $595.00 | $792.00 | $941.00 | $99.00 |
| 60 Minutes | $520.00 | $780.00 | $1,040.00 | $1,235.00 | $130.00 |
| 90 Minutes | $760.00 | $1,140.00 | $1,520.00 | $1,805.00 | $190.00 |
*Summer 10-pack lessons are discounted 5%
Tuition is based on a 32-week full academic year.
| 32 Week | Per Session | |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Minutes | $2,176.00 | $68.00 |
| 45 Minutes | $3,168.00 | $99.00 |
| 60 Minutes | $4,160.00 | $130.00 |
| 75 Minutes | $5,088.00 | $159.00 |
| 90 Minutes | $6,080.00 | $190.00 |