Music Lessons for Kids in Grand Rapids
If your kids are like mine, their interests change every five minutes. And they’re probably going to want music lessons at some point. Or you’re going to decide that yep, it’s time for piano lessons!
Grand Rapids has a ton of options, which helps. Some studios teach a bunch of different instruments, so if your kid wants to try guitar one month and drums the next, they can do that without switching studios. (That’s definitely nice for families with more than one kid in music lessons to only have one studio to trek to.)
Of course, there are specialty music schools that go all in on one instrument (or voice lessons, for that matter.)
Your needs may change as your musical journey evolves. That’s okay.
We’ve got the scoop on piano lessons, guitar lessons, singing classes and everything musical (and all sorts of other classes for kids, too, for that matter!)
in this article
Featured Music Lessons in Grand Rapids
These schools are some of the best in the business, with many years of instructing children in music.
*This is a sponsored section of GRKIDS.com.
New this year are group classes for musical theatre (ages 7 & up), dance (ages 3-6), and piano (levels 1-3).
Our music schools continue to offer the best value in the community with top notch instructors, lessons 7 days/week, two free annual recitals, full-time customer service, a family safety plan, month-to-month enrollment, an online lesson management system, 4 make-up lesson options, and achievement awards that motivate students. No hidden fees, just a $30 one-time-only registration fee.
💬 "We love AOM. The ability to schedule 3 children for different instruments at the same day/time is wonderful for our family. Their teachers are all great and convey a love of music and learning!"
📅 Give us a call at any time as we have rolling admission year round!
Music Programs: Percussion/Drum Lessons, Guitar Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons
Sign Ups: 📅 Rolling admission year round
Ages: Preschool, Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
💬 We have greatly enjoyed our experience at AOM. The ability to schedule 3 children for different instruments at the same day/time is wonderful for our family. Their teachers are all great and convey a love of music and learning!
Top-Voted Music Lessons in Grand Rapids
Following are the area’s top-voted music lessons, including piano lessons, as voted on in our annual Grandtastic Awards.
Winner: Academy of Music in Grand Rapids and Jenison
1. Academy of Music in Grand Rapids and Jenison
2. St. Cecilia Music Center
3. The Piano Cottage Studios
4. Interlochen Center for Arts
5. School of Rock
6. Joyful Sounds Music Studio
7. Riverside Guitar School
8. Caledonia Dance & Music Center
9. Jeremy Verwys Music Lessons
10. Trinity North School of Music
Full List of Music Lessons in GR
Want more? Here are all the places we found in Grand Rapids offering guitar, singing, piano lessons and more.
GR Music Programs Directory
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Academy of Music in Grand Rapids & Jenison 6159 28th St SE #24, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
7647 Riverview Dr, Jenison, MI 49428 |
Percussion/Drum Lessons, Guitar Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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Ada Conservatory of Music (also Primo Piano Academy) 8100 Fulton St E, Ada, MI 49301
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Bass Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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Ada Piano Academy 6249 Adacroft Dr SE, Ada, MI 49301
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Piano Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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Allegro School of Music 4301 Ambrose Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Bass Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons, Choir |
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Caledonia Dance & Music Center 131 E Main St SE, Ste E Caledonia, MI 49316
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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Firehouse Guitars 3125 28th St SW, Grandville, MI 49418
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Percussion/Drum Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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Fliehman School of Music Rockford, MI
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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Girls Choral Academy 2920 Fuller Ave NE # 104, Grand Rapids, MI 49505
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Choir |
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Grand Rapids Youth Chorus PO Box 68665, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
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Choir |
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Grand Rapids Youth Symphony & Classical Orchestra 57 Courtland St Box # 481, Rockford, MI 49341
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Percussion/Drum Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons |
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Hastings Community Music School 1716 N Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Bass Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons |
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Interlochen Center for the Arts 4000 J Maddy PKWY, Interlochen, MI 49643
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Percussion/Drum Lessons, Guitar Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Group Music Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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Jeremy Verwys Music Lessons Grand Rapids, MI
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Joyful Sounds Music Studio 959 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
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Mommy & Me, Rhythm Kids® |
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K Voice Studio 207 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Singing Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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Luc James Music Studio 7493 30th St SE, Ada, MI, United States, Michigan
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Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Singing Lessons |
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Melody Rose Studios 7591 68th St SE, Caledonia, MI 49316
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Piano Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Singing Lessons, Group Music Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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MTM Piano 871 Springwood Dr SE, Kentwood, MI 49508
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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Music Lessons for Less 3185 Dawes Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
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Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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Music Studio of Karen A. Betz-Griewahn 3220 Sunrise St SE, Grand Rapids Michigan 49508
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Piano Lessons |
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Riverside Guitar School 1533 Wealthy Street SE Suite C, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
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Guitar Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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School of Rock 2505 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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Singing Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Bass Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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St. Cecilia Music Center Education Office 24 Ransom Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Percussion/Drum Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons |
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Swank Music Studio 1582 44th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49509
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Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons |
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The Piano Cottage 2010 Boston St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Guitar Lessons |
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Trinity North School of Music 10281 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341
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Guitar Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Piano Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Singing Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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Triumph Music Academy 949 Wealthy Street Southeast suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI
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Singing Lessons, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Bass Lessons, String Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons |
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West Michigan Band Instruments 3601 Plainfield Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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Bass Lessons, Brass Instrument Lessons, Woodwind Instrument Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Guitar Lessons |
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West Michigan Homeschool Fine Arts 129 100th St SE,
Byron Center, MI 49315
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Guitar Lessons, Private Music Lessons, Group Music Lessons, Choir |
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Zeeland Academy of Music 156 E Cherry Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464
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Singing Lessons, Percussion/Drum Lessons, Bass Lessons, Piano Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, String Instrument Lessons |
Music and Piano Lessons FAQs
At what age do music lessons start?
When your child starts music lessons depends on several variables, but all children between six months and five years old can benefit from having some sort of early childhood group music class, like the Kindermusik or Music Together programs.
These toddler classes are typically a “mommy & me” style class for caregivers and their children. They help develop a sense of rhythm and melody, as well as reinforce cognitive connections and social skills.
If your child is older than 5, simply wait until they display interest or ask about music lessons on their own. If your child appears to gravitate towards music, then it’s worth giving tutoring a solid try. For best outcomes, interest is always more important than age.
Private lessons usually begin around age four or five, but some kids may not be ready until six or seven. If you’re unsure whether your child is ready, ask for a trial lesson to test the waters. Sometimes it’s easiest if a child knows how to read before starting lessons in earnest.
Also, consider instrument choice: a child who doesn’t take to the piano may thrive with guitar lessons instead. Music teachers are fantastic partners in assisting with instrument choice.
How much do music lessons cost?
The going rate for music and guitar lessons varies with the skill level of the instructor, the lesson location (home or professional studio), and the additional activities offered.
For beginners, music lessons typically range from $20- $35 for a 30-minute lesson.
- Least Expensive: In-Home Teachers. They are typically less experienced musicians. They may not offer recitals or other development activities for their students, but can have a more flexible schedule.
- Mid-Range: Community Music Schools. These schools offer recitals or other performance opportunities, along with consistency, in a professional setting. Some offer travel opportunities, extracurricular musical events, and other achievement reward systems with a wide range of teachers.
- Most Expensive: Private Study. Instruction with a high-level performing artist or university faculty member is typically reserved for advanced students only and can range up to $75 per half hour.
How do I choose a music teacher?
Today it is easy to come across a source for music or singing lessons, especially if you ask a friend or conduct a simple internet search. Some things to be aware of when searching on the internet:
• Check public reviews online
• One-on-one lessons are the best investment when it comes to time, money, and results
Do I have to purchase an instrument for guitar or piano lessons?
You do not have to purchase an instrument to learn one, but you should have daily access to an instrument for practice, piano lessons included.
Most experts recommend trying before buying. Rentals are available through local companies like Meyer Music or online instrument rental companies. Some public schools also have instruments available to borrow. Renting is highly encouraged for small children, where the fit can be more challenging.
When you are ready to purchase, get advice from a professional. A music teacher’s guidance can ensure your choice is the right one for your child.
Like with most things, you really do get what you pay for when it comes to musical instruments. Purchase the best instrument you can within your budget.
If an instrument stays in tune, sounds good, and feels good, the student is more likely to stick with it, as they internalize good output as, “I sound good!”
Luckily, you can rent to own student-level instruments at some music stores.
Also, don’t forget a solid music stand! Children practice for longer periods if they have one.
