Individual Lessons
Outstanding 1 on 1 instruction for all ages, skill levels, and genres.
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Our Expertise Meets Your Musical Journey
Whether you're just starting out, picking an instrument back up, or growing as a professional musician, MacPhail offers expert-led individual lessons that help you learn faster and go further. Choose from 35+ instruments, voice, composition, and electronic music, all taught by Minnesota’s most accomplished teaching artists.
Tuition
A 30-minute lesson at MacPhail starts at $48. Rates may vary slightly depending on your teacher and location.
Typical tuition ranges:
- 30-minute lesson: $48–$55
- 45-minute lesson: $72–$82
- 60-minute lesson: $96–$110
Lesson Format
With flexible scheduling and a variety of lesson formats, we make it easyto fit high-quality music education into your routine.
Lessons are available:
- In person
- Hybrid
- Online
How It Works
Step 1: Match with a Music Instructor
Great music starts with a great teacher.
Fill out a Student Placement Form and we’ll help match you with the right teaching artist based on your goals, experience, and interests.
Step 2: Have Your First Lesson
Let the music begin!
After you are matched, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions as to when, where, and how to meet your new teacher for the first lesson. At the lesson, you and your teacher will discuss goals, preferences, schedule, and studio policies.
Step 3: Play. Practice. Perform.
Customized learning = meaningful progress.
Each lesson is designed for you to ensure an exceptional learning experience. Your teaching artist will motivate, inspire, and support you on your musical journey, helping you play the music you love while learning the skills that create a solid musical foundation.
Locations
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MacPhail Minneapolis
Near the Mill City Museum and Guthrie Theater, this state-of-the-art, six-story building opened in January of 2008 and includes 55 unique studios and many diverse practice rooms, music labs and performance spaces.
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MacPhail Apple Valley
MacPhail Apple Valley, which opened in the Spring of 2010, has 13 studios and two classrooms custom built with the acoustical treatments needed for student lessons, music therapy, group classes and small recitals.
MacPhail Austin
MacPhail's Austin location, opened in 2015, offers Sing Play Learn with MacPhail® classes, individual lessons, and more. Spaces include 6 studios, 8 practice rooms, ensemble spaces, an electronic music lab, and a recital hall.
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MacPhail Chanhassen
Located in downtown Chanhassen, the Grandma Talle Center at MacPhail offers seven studios, two classrooms and offers Sing Play Learn with MacPhail®, individual classes, and Suzuki Talent Education.
Why Choose MacPhail?
Leaders in Music Education
As the nation’s largest and oldest community music school, MacPhail serves over 15,000 students each year through innovative, inclusive programs grounded in more than a century of expertise.
World-Class Faculty
Our teaching artists are exceptional educators and professional performers. Most hold advanced degrees and bring deep expertise, passion, and personalized support to every lesson.
Award-Winning Programs for All Ages
From early childhood to adult learners, our award-winning programs span 35+ instruments, voice, composition, and electronic music, making MacPhail a nation-wide leader in music programming.
A Community of Music
At MacPhail, learning happens together. We create vibrant, welcoming communities where students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds grow through music—building confidence, connection, and creativity along the way.
Spring Jumpstart Promotion Terms:
Offer valid for new students at the Minneapolis location. Must enroll by March 31, 2026. Applies to eligible instruments only. Cannot be combined with other discounts.