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Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Electric Bass
Drums/ Percussion
Piano
Keyboards
Violin
Viola
Cello
Voice
Flute
Trumpet
Clarinet
Saxophone
Trombone
Mandolin
Banjo
Harmonica

We offer 30 minute, 45 minute, or 1 hour private lessons. Click here to see our Tuition Policy.

In addition to private lessons, the Monterey Peninsula Academy of Music offers Group Classes in the following areas:

There are several classes available for each topic, and each class size is limited. The sessions last 6 weeks each and are ongoing.

Calling all guitarists, bassists, singers, keyboardists, and drummers! For Girls and Boys, ages 9-18, with some experience on their instrument. Receive expert coaching from an experienced professional musician. Each session lasts 6 weeks, and includes two 90-minute classes weekly.Students will form a rock band (guitars, bass, drums, vocals, keyboards) and learn to play classic rock tunes in a live band situation.

Option 1: Two 90 min. classes per week for 3 weeks
Option 2: One 90 min. class per week for 6 weeks

These bands will consist of 2-3 guitarists, 1 bass player, 1 drummer, vocalist(s), possibly a keyboardist/pianist and possibly an additional percussionist (djimbe, conga, hand drums). Receive expert coaching to achieve the next level in the student’s playing. Requirement: ability to play chords, have knowledge of the basic scales, have a basic understanding of the fret board and a willingness & dedication to practice and be prepared for the band session each week. This is for the serious musician. This is a 6 week class session, 90 minutes per week. (Pre-registration required)
Band 2: Sundays 2:30-4 Starts July 13, 20 27, August 3, 10 & 17.

Here is a chance to try different instruments- guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, vocals and learn to play in a Rock Band. No experience necessary, open to girls and boys of all ages. This is conducted in a classroom environment. 3 weeks, 1 Hour class weekly. (Pre-registration required) Band 1: Tuesdays 5-6:30 July 22, 29 and August 12

Learn how to play violin in a fun group setting! This class also teaches rhythmic training through movement and how to read music. Ages 7-12. Fridays 12-12:45

If you play the fiddle, viola, cello, guitar, bass, mandolin, or drums, come and play in a string band! Students will learn how to jam with other musicians and will get the opportunity to try out other instruments they’re interested in playing. Bluegrass , Old Time and other folk styles will be played. All levels and ages are welcome!
Wednesdays 4:30-6 (pre-registration required)

Tired of sitting around playing by yourself? All tuned up but nowhere to go? Here is a chance to play with other adults in a relaxed and fun setting. Once a week 1 hour session for 6 weeks. 2 groups offered: Acoustic Folk/Bluegrass, and Electric Classic Rock. Kick out the Jams!!

Learn chord progressions, scales, and improvisation skills and ensemble abilities. This is for the serious musician (ages 8-17)

Tuition payment of $116 per month for four 30 min. private lessons ($170 for 45 min. and $230 for 60 min.) are due on or before the 1st lesson if the month (see PAYMENT PROCEDURE below). When 5 lessons occur in a calendar month, the tuition for that month will be pro-rated to $145. Tuition for group lessons are due on the 1st class of the session. Tuition fees for Trumpet, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trombone & Flute are $140 per month for four 30 min. private lessons. Tuition fees subject to change.

Charge card (Visa, Mastercard), debit card, personal check, and cash can be accepted for payment of tuition. We also accept credit/debit card payment by phone if you cannot pay in person. All checks should be made payable to: Monterey Peninsula Academy of Music.

The company we use for credit /debit card transactions is Quickbooks. All financial data is securely encoded on their system and fully complies with all of the Federal Reserve electronic bank transfer requirements. The system is currently being used to securely process millions of transactions each year in other industries as well.

If at any time you wish to discontinue lessons, simply inform us in writing one month in advance and we will stop charges on your bank account or credit card after the 1 month notice.

Payment of tuition reserves your instructor's time and a specific lesson time. Please avoid scheduling activities or appointments during the time that your reserved for your lesson. If you experience a continued conflict with your lesson time, contact us regarding the possibility of changing to a permanent time that is more convenient for you.

If an instructor is absent, the Academy will provide a qualified substitute instructor or the lesson will be credited or made-up.

A 24 hour notice for cancellation is required for lesson credit. However, this policy is flexible in the event of a reasonable unforseen circumstance. Please do not abuse this policy.

We offer a 10% discount to siblings, spouses, or parents of students already enrolled.

Limited funds are available for scholarships. Please call for further information.