SMT offers personalized private lessons in a very wide range of instruments, genres, and traditions, including traditional, folk, rock, blues, pop, jazz, and classical.

We teach students at all ability levels, whether you are just getting started with an instrument for the first time, or are seeking instruction to reach a higher level of playing.

Many of our students take lessons for the express purpose of making music for their own enjoyment. We also teach students who develop careers as performers, teachers, and recording artists.

Pay By Lesson

Students enroll for single or occasional lessons.

This includes trial and biweekly lessons, and all scheduling requests other than standard weekly recurring lessons.

$60 - 30 minute lessons

$88 - 45 minute lessons

$110 - 60 minute lessons

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Pay By Month

Students enroll for a weekly lesson on a monthly subscription basis.

This is our most popular enrollment option.

$50 - 30 minute lessons

$75 - 45 minute lessons

$95 - 60 minute lessons

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Pay By Term

Students enroll for weekly lessons for the full term.

Terms begin in January, April, and September.

$46 - 30 minute lessons

$70 - 45 minute lessons

$88 - 60 minute lessons

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Term Schedule

Fall 2025

Regularly Scheduled Lessons:
August 25 – November 27
Closed:
November 27

Winter 2025 / 2026

Regularly Scheduled Lessons:
December 1 - March 8
Closed:
December 24 - 25 & January 1

Spring 2026

Regularly Scheduled Lessons:
March 9 - June 14

Summer 2026

Regularly Scheduled Lessons:
June 15 - August 24
Closed:
July 4

Our teachers represent a wide range of musical backgrounds and are passionate about the idea that music can be enjoyed by everyone.

Our teaching roster features musicians who perform locally, throughout the mid-Atlantic region, and beyond.

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