Voice Lessons

10 years old is recommended as the youngest age for private vocal lessons. Due to the physical nature of voice lessons (proper breathing techniques, development of the vocal chords and lung capacity), the younger body is generally not yet ready for the rigors of vocal technique.

Drums

We recommend that children be at least 8 before beginning drum lessons due to physical demands

Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Oboe, & Bassoon

Due to lung capacity, we recommend that beginning woodwind students are 9 and older.

Violin & Viola

We recommend that children be at least 8 to start these instruments.

Cello & Double Bass

Children should be at least 10 due to size of these instruments.

Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, & Euphonium/Baritone

These brass instrument require physical exertion and lung power. 9 years and older is a good time to start the trumpet.

Tuba

Due to the large size of this instrument and required lung power, we recommend that beginners be at least 10 years old.