Community Music School
Private Lessons
Individual Lessons
Individual lessons are offered on the following instruments:
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Bass
- Flute/Piccolo
- Clarinet
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- French Horn
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Tuba
- Saxophone
- Piano
- Organ
- Percussion
- Guitar or Ukulele
- Voice
Scheduling
Lessons are offered weekly during the fall and spring semesters and on an individualized schedule during the summer semester. Lessons are available in person and online. Individual lesson days/times are arranged by student and instructor. Spring 2022 lessons begin the week of January 31 but can be added on at any time.
Contact CMS Director, Dr. Jena Gardner for inquiries (JE-Gardner2@wiu.edu ).
Instruments
Student musicians are required to provide their own instruments for lessons and practice, with the exception of pianos, organ, and some percussion instruments that are provided for lessons.
Music Scores
Students may be required by their instructor to purchase music scores and method books.
Tuition
Per Half Semester (6 weeks)
- 30 minute private lessons: $150
- 60 minute private lessons: $240
Per Semester (12 weeks)
- 30 minute private lessons: $300
- 60 minute private lessons: $480
Additional lessons may be purchased at a rate of $25 for 30 minutes or $40 for 60 minutes.