Private Lessons

SAM offers private music lessons to students of all ages and abilities in piano, voice, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, bassoon, guitar, bass guitar, trumpet, trombone, French horn, ukulele, banjo and music theory. (Instruments not listed may be added if there is sufficient interest).SAM Private Lesson Program consists of 16 weekly lessons per semester (30, 45 or 60 minutes) and may include informal performance workshops, master classes and discounts to SAM and other musical performances, semester progress reports and student recitals.

Department Master Classes and Workshops may occur, at each teacher’s discretion in lieu of a private lesson so students can enjoy learning with and performing for their peers in a relaxed setting.

Student recitals are regularly scheduled at SAM and at other Seacoast area locations. Although performances are not mandatory, we encourage our students to participate in these events as part of the total musical education experience.

Six Week Trial

For students considering taking private lessons we are happy to offer a one time only six week trial option for new students. This program is designed to help those who need a little time to decide whether they are ready to commit to their music study on a more permanent basis. The six weeks must be consecutive and there are no extensions or makeup lessons. If the student wishes to continue through the semester, then the tuition will be pro-rated to account for the trial.

Semi-Private Lessons

We know that private lessons can be intimidating for new students, our semi-private lessons allow students to take lessons with a friend or a sibling. They may find it less formal and intimidating than the private lesson track. For this reason we offer semi-private lessons for beginners in select instruments. The semester consists of 16 lessons and is offered for two students. No makeups except for teacher absence or school cancellation.