Learn Together

Group Music Lessons

Bring your friends, family, or bandmates. Build skills together with structured instruction at a fraction of the private rate.

2–7 students per group · Flat $100 / student / lesson · Sliding scale available

Learn better together.

Music is a social art. Group lessons harness that energy — students motivate each other, learn from peers, and build something together.

Whether it's a family learning music together, friends picking up an instrument, or a band solidifying their foundation, group lessons offer structured instruction at a fraction of the private lesson cost.

You get the same curriculum, practice plans, and progress tracking as private students — just with peers alongside you. The accountability, encouragement, and fun of learning together makes the experience richer.

👥 2–7 Students 💰 $100 / student / lesson 📍 Oakland Studio
  • Same structured curriculum as private lessons
  • Individual attention for each student
  • Weekly practice plans for the group
  • Sliding scale available — cost shouldn't be a barrier
  • CJC-trained instructor with 10+ years teaching

Things you can't get from a solo lesson.

A group is more than a discount — it changes how you learn.

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Peer Motivation

Shared progress and the energy of a group keeps everyone showing up and practicing — even on weeks when motivation dips.

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Play Together

From week one you're working on ensemble skills — locking in, listening to others, building a sound that's bigger than any one player.

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Community

Friendships form through playing together. Music classes turn into a band, a study group, a circle.

$100 per student. Per lesson. Flat.

Same per-person price whether your group is 2 or 7. No bundle pricing, no tiered packages — just a straightforward rate that scales with your group.

$100
per student / per lesson
Group sizes 2–7 · Same rate at any size

Cost shouldn't be a barrier. If $100/lesson doesn't work for your situation, reach out — Simon will work to meet your group where you're at.

Group Lessons FAQ

What instruments can we learn in a group?

Group lessons work best when students are learning the same instrument or complementary instruments. Bass, drums, guitar, keys, voice, and violin are all available. We can mix instruments (e.g., bass + drums duo) if you'd like to learn how to play together. Discuss your group's interests when you reach out.

How is a group lesson different from a band rehearsal?

Group lessons are structured instruction. You'll work on fundamentals, technique, and repertoire together — building skills as a unit. Everyone gets personal attention and feedback. Unlike a rehearsal, there's a curriculum and learning objectives. The social energy is the bonus.

Do we need to form the group ourselves, or can you match us?

Both work. If you come with your own group (friends, family, existing band members), great — we'll build a curriculum around your shared goals. If you're interested in joining an existing group or scheduling, reach out and we can explore options.

What's the age range for group lessons?

Groups work best when students are within a few years of each other in age or skill level. We have groups of kids (elementary through high school), teens, adults, and mixed-family groups. As long as everyone is learning together and motivated, the exact age doesn't matter.

How much do group lessons cost?

$100 per student per lesson, flat — same per-person price whether your group is 2 or 7. Cost shouldn't be a barrier; if the rate doesn't work for your situation, reach out and Simon will work to meet you where you're at.

Can a group lesson include students at different skill levels?

Yes, but there's a limit. A beginner and intermediate player on the same instrument can work well together — the more advanced player helps set the standard, the beginner learns by example. A mix of absolute beginners and advanced players gets harder to manage. Tell Simon about your group's mix when you reach out so he can tailor the approach.

Reach out about group lessons.

Tell Simon about your group — who's in it, what you want to learn, when you can meet — and he'll come back with a plan and a schedule.

Email simonoto@gmail.com — response within 24 hours.