Classes

We welcome students of all ages to come and learn from the best local instructors—promoting a life-long love of music and music-making.

Overview

The Hoffman Experience

At Hoffman Academy, we are focusing on striking a balance between providing a quality education and having fun. Our young students actually enjoy learning music, because we engage their natural curiosity and creativity using an innovative multi-sensory approach, while still providing them with the expert training to reach a high level of musical proficiency. Our teachers don’t just teach—they are all practicing, expert musicians as well! The learning environment here is fun and nurturing, and our innovative, research-based curriculum has proven itself to quickly enable students to play music they love.

What We Offer

Private & Group Lessons
Summer Lessons & Workshops
Recital & Performance Opportunities
Access to exclusive online resources

Piano

Music theory, improvisation… so much more than just playing the right notes.

Guitar

Acoustic or electric? Learn proper technique and build a foundation for musicianship.

Voice

Learn effective and healthy techniques for beautiful singing with an experienced teacher.

Adult Programs

Flexible schedules for the adult beginner or advanced student.

Summer Programs

Take private lessons or a fun workshop packed with musical learning.

Our Teachers

Challenging and encouraging each student to achieve excellence in their playing while seeking to instill a life-long appreciation for music.

FAQs

We recommend that parents attend lessons for beginning students and for students 9 years old or younger. Most students will need some guidance, encouragement, and support at home to complete their daily practice assignment. When a parent attends the lesson this prepares the parent to be able to support the child at home. In the lesson you will learn what your teacher wants the student to focus on during the week and what the student is already doing well. We have found that children progress much more quickly and get more out of lessons when they have effective, well-informed help and support at home. It doesn’t matter whether or not you have training in music. The most important way to help is by providing structure and encouragement to establish good daily practice habits.

The specific amount of time students spend practicing is not nearly as important as having consistent, daily practice. Here at the Academy we expect students to practice six out of seven days a week, if not every day, and that during this time they complete their daily practice assignments from their teacher. For beginners, 15-20 minutes a day is usually sufficient. As students progress, daily practice time should increase.

We have a reputation for providing music lessons that most kids find engaging and fun. Many of our parents report that their children love lessons, and will go willingly to practice without being asked. However, our students also experience times where they may feel discouraged and even resistant to practicing. Developing musical skills takes years and years of dedicated practice, and sometimes a student might hit a “hump”. Best solution: a supportive parent-teacher team. Developing musical skills is not easy, but it is worth it. Kids need love, encouragement, and consistent support.

“My son loves the piano and has had some phenomenal teachers. They have been patient with his quirks, taught him amazing technique, theory, and offered him a wide repertoire of music.”

Dan L., Parent of a Hoffman Academy Student

Start Your Musical Journey

Reach out to begin your music education in an engaging, nurturing environment that brings out the musician in you!