Private Music Lessons
Music lessons at Heart of the Matter are personalized, joyful, and grounded in strong musicianship. Students can explore piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, violin, songwriting, theory, ear training, and creative expression.
Learn to read, play, and shape music at the keyboard while building relaxed technique and the confidence to tackle songs you love.
Move from first chords to complete songs while building comfortable technique, steady rhythm, and the freedom to accompany yourself or others.
Learn to hear what a song needs, lock in with the rhythm, and create bass lines that make the whole group feel grounded.
Turn rhythm into motion through coordinated, musical playing — building a steady pulse, expressive grooves, and the focus to play with others.
Build a healthy, flexible voice while learning to sing with clear pitch, personal expression, and growing confidence in the songs that matter to you.
Develop a comfortable relationship — clearer tone, secure rhythm and pitch, and the musical tools to make each phrase your own.
Shape real ideas into complete songs by connecting honest lyrics, memorable melody, harmony, and structure—while developing a repeatable creative process.
Make sense of the patterns behind the music you play so reading, listening, improvising, and learning by ear become faster and more intuitive.
A warm, encouraging start for students building focus, rhythm, confidence, and foundational skills.
Support for students ready to deepen technique, expand repertoire, and find more personal expression.
Flexible, respectful lessons for adults beginning again, starting fresh, or exploring a long-held musical goal.
How Lessons Work
Meet Elizabeth, talk through goals, and experience the teaching style before choosing a weekly plan.
Students can choose weekly 30, 45, or 60 minute lessons depending on age, goals, and season of life.
Lessons combine consistent skill-building with encouragement, creativity, and room for each student to develop.
Lesson Formats
Lesson packages support consistent weekly lessons. Single lessons may also be available by request when space allows.
A focused starting point for younger students, beginners, or students who benefit from a concise weekly session.
More room for technique, repertoire, creativity, and consistent development.
Deeper time for advanced study, multiple focus areas, songwriting, performance preparation, or more intensive musical development.
Start with a free trial lesson and see what feels right.
