Music Classes and Lessons
For Kids, Teens and Adults
Learn how to sing, play piano, guitar and more – and explore composition and music theory – in these fun music classes! The Mason Community Arts Academy in Fairfax, VA (part of George Mason University) offers the perfect blend of university-quality music teachers and a supportive environment with other community members.
When you join the Academy for music classes, you become part of the George Mason University community! Many of our faculty members are Mason professors or highly recommended graduate music students. All of our faculty members, regardless of University affiliation, are highly qualified, dedicated and experienced musicians and performers. We strive to provide the highest level of instruction while creating a supportive relationship with our students and instilling a lifelong love of music.
Choose from any of the classes below for Fall or Spring Semester
(also check out our Summer Music Camps & Programs)
Learn more about group music classes:
GROUP CLASSES VS. PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons offer individual instruction geared specifically to each students needs and goals. All experience levels and ages are welcome, however we recommend starting with GROUP MUSIC CLASSES (see below) when possible, then progressing to private music lessons. For voice lessons, most teachers recommend starting when a students voice is fully developed after puberty. However, younger students can start with GROUP VOICE CLASSES as early as age 5 to learn basics of strong vocal technique with proper breathing, vocal exercises and basic musicianship in a fun, engaging environment.
Private music lessons:
Along with group classes, we offer private one-on-one lessons for most instruments, including:
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Oboe
- Saxophone
- Bassoon
- Trumpet
- French Horn
- Trombone
- Tuba & Euphonium
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Double Bass
- Percussion
- Guitar & Ukulele
- Piano
- Voice
LEARN MORE ABOUT PRIVATE LESSONS
