Everything Parents Need to Know About Music Lessons at COMAD

Piano • Voice • Guitar • Violin • Viola • Ages 5–Adult

Choosing the right music school can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re trying to find the best fit for your child’s personality, learning style, and goals. At the Conservatory of Music and Dance (COMAD), we make the process simple by offering high-quality, individualized music instruction in a warm and encouraging environment.

Whether your child wants to play the piano, sing their favorite songs, learn guitar, or begin violin or viola, COMAD provides a strong foundation that builds confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love of music.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to expect, how lessons work, what instruments we teach, and answer common parent questions.

🎵 Why Music Lessons Matter

Music lessons help children grow in ways that go far beyond the instrument:

Improved focus & memory
Stronger reading and math skills
Confidence in performing
Emotional expression
Discipline and responsibility
Creativity and problem-solving
Lifelong appreciation for the arts

Private instruction allows every student to move at their own pace with personal attention and customized goals.

🎹 What Instruments We Teach at COMAD

We offer private lessons in:

✔ Piano

✔ Voice / Singing

✔ Guitar (acoustic & beginner electric)

✔ Violin

✔ Viola

✔ And more based on teacher availability

Each instrument has its own method books and learning style, but ALL students learn:

Technique
Note reading
Rhythm
Ear training
Musical expression
Performance readiness

⭐ Ages We Teach

COMAD welcomes students:

Ages 5 – Adult

Younger students learn through shorter, structured activities.

Teens and adults enjoy a combination of technique and personalized repertoire — from classical to pop.

🎭 Two Annual Recitals at COMAD

Every student is invited to perform in:

• December Winter Recital

• June Spring Recital

Held right on our COMAD theatre stage, these events are family-friendly, supportive, and a proud moment for students of all levels.

🎶 What Happens in a Typical Music Lesson?

Each private lesson includes:

Warm-ups
Technique practice
Theory or note-reading
Song learning
Ear-training
Review of goals
Parent communication when needed

Beginners often start with 30-minute lessons, while advancing students may choose 45- or 60-minute sessions.

👩‍🏫 About Our Teachers

COMAD’s instructors are experienced musicians who specialize in:

Beginner-friendly instruction
Positive reinforcement
Clear step-by-step progression
Preparing students for recitals
Building confidence and musicality

Our teachers know how to make learning enjoyable while keeping students accountable and progressing.

Phone: 215-699-6500
Website: https://www.comad.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comadpa/