Woodwind teacher teaching woodwind to the young kid Austin TX

Personalized & Engaging Music Lessons for All Skill Levels

Name: Northwest School of Music
Price range: $$

Music School Serving Austin, TX

Enrich your life: listen, learn, and perform.

Northwest School of Music provides positive, memorable opportunities for students of all skill levels to explore their interest in music through a rewarding progression of discovery.

About our school

Piano

The piano is both approachable for young beginners and richly complex for advanced players, and is perfect for learning to read music and building a strong musical foundation.

Guitar & Ukulele

One of the foundational instruments of contemporary music, our guitar instructors teach across genres and will equip you to play for yourself or as part of a group.

Violin & Viola

Whether you want to learn the classics or contemporary pieces, our instructors will help you master the technique needed to excel at these captivating instruments.

Voice

The vocal instrument is a complex living system and healthy technique is the key to lifelong enjoyment. Study musical theater, pop music, opera, or anything that interests you.

Drums

The drum kit is an energetic instrument that cultivates precise rhythm and strong music fundamentals. Learn to create fun and complex beats while developing healthy technique.

Bass

The low pitch of the bass guitar holds down the groove in almost all styles of music. Learn to play different styles and techniques.

Cello

Cello lessons will help you to develop strong fundamentals and play without tension to create a clear and beautiful sound on this soulful instrument

Woodwinds

Develop a beautiful sound on the saxophone, clarinet, oboe or flute. Study the musical style of your choosing with our highly qualified woodwind instructors.

Our Mission

Let our teachers be your guide

Our music instructors are skilled artists themselves and experienced teachers. They are committed to your success and growth. Teaching is a conduit for our amazing staff to pass on their passion for music and the arts.

Meet our instructors

“When I chose to learn bass, the teacher I was assigned was Matthew. We played together once a week for nearly two years; every time we met in person and every time we got on a skype call, I improved every time. ”

— Ian

“My 7 year old started her second year here playing piano. Kathleen, the owner, is great with answering any questions, concerns, scheduling requests you have, in a VERY timely manner. The studio is clean, on time, and very professional. The teachers really care!”

— Kelli W

Music Lessons for All Ages & Skill Levels!

At Northwest School of Music, we offer private music lessons for children and adults at our well lit and spacious studio. Our experienced instructors help students reach their musical goals while — most importantly — having fun!

Our high-end studio welcomes students to learn a variety of instruments, including piano, voice, guitar, bass, ukulele, drums, violin, cello, and flute. We pair modern tools and teaching techniques with a commitment to helping our students have fun, discover their creativity, and develop a love of music.

Learn from our amazing faculty who are welcoming, patient, and incredibly talented!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Do you accept beginners?

Yes! At Northwest School of Music, we teach all skill levels, from beginners to advanced musicians. Get in touch to learn how we can help get you started!

Most qualified and diverse teaching faculty

We attract the best music teachers in Northwest Austin the area. Our instructors are caring, patient, talented, and knowhow to work with students to create a fun & engaging environment. All of our instructors are experts on their instruments and either hold, or are pursuing, degrees in music and all have had prior experience teaching music.

How often will I come for a lesson?

Most students come once a week, for a 30-minute private lesson. However, 45-minute and 60-minute weekly lessons are also available for students who desire longer lessons.

What styles of music can you teach?

Our teachers come from a wide variety of different musical backgrounds. If you are an intermediate-advanced student that desires to learn a specific style, please let us know. We can direct you to the teacher best suited to your stylistic preferences. All teachers are qualified to teach a well-rounded curriculum of basic music to beginners.

Is there a registration or enrollment fee?

No, we do not charge an enrollment fee, administration fee, or office fee.

Locations

Northwest School of Music serves students from Central and Northwest Austin, including Brushy Creek, Anderson Mill, Bailey Oaks, Great Hills and other nearby communities.