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Music Lesson Packages in Rochester, NY

One rate for my time, whatever the instrument: $100 an hour. The more you commit, the less each lesson costs.

  • Single Lesson

    $75

    per lesson

    For trying a lesson, one-off audition prep, or keeping it casual.

    • Drums, piano or music theory
    • In-studio, online, or in your home (+$15)
    • I'll email you within one business day to schedule
    • 24-hour cancellation
    • If the first lesson isn't a fit, you don't pay for it.
    Book a single lesson
  • Flex Pack · 8 lessons

    $69

    per lesson, $552 total

    For adults, gigging musicians and families with shifting schedules.

    • Drums, piano or music theory
    • In-studio, online, or in your home (+$15)
    • I'll email you within one business day to book your first lesson
    • Schedule one at a time, use within four months
    • Reply to questions within one week
    • With 24 hours' notice a lesson is never lost
    • Need more time? One two-month extension, no questions.
    • If the first lesson isn't a fit, you don't pay for it.
    Buy a Flex Pack
  • Most popular

    Monthly

    $67.50

    per lesson, $270 billed monthly

    For most families.

    • Standing weekly slot, yours as long as you're enrolled
    • One make-up a month with 24 hours' notice
    • Reply to video or text questions within 2 days
    • Two-line practice note each month
    • Written progress note each semester
    • Two studio recitals a year
    • Cancel any time with 30 days' notice
    • If the first lesson isn't a fit, you don't pay for it.
    Start monthly lessons
  • Best value

    Full Year

    $63.75

    per lesson, $229.50 a month, ten payments

    For students on the NYSSMA, audition or recital track.

    • 36 lessons, September through June
    • First pick of lesson times each semester
    • Reply to video or text questions within 24 hours
    • Audition-ready commitment
    • Mock audition with score sheet each semester
    • One free recital-prep session each semester
    • Two make-ups per semester
    • Written progress note each semester
    • 10% off a sibling's package
    • If the first lesson isn't a fit, you don't pay for it.
    Reserve a year

What happens at the consultation

  • Thirty minutes, free, at the studio or by phone. Your child is welcome but not required.
  • We talk about goals, experience and schedule, and I answer every question you have.
  • No pressure to sign up on the spot. If it's a fit, we pick a start date.

Ryan comes to your school concert or festival performance when you tell him in advance. Online lessons are the same price as in-studio.

I believe every kid who wants to learn should be able to. If the rate is a stretch for your family, tell me at the consultation and we'll find something that works.

Book a free consultationCall or text 585-739-3124

If the first lesson isn't a fit, you don't pay for it.

Gift certificates available from $50.

More ways to learn

  • After a private foundation

    Group drum lessons

    Small groups of three or four drummers at the same level, one kit, everyone plays and everyone learns from watching. Weekly six-week blocks, plus a monthly studio class open to all levels. Sorted into groups when you sign up. Rochester area. Location details when you sign up. $50 per student per 60-minute session, $300 per six-week block, three to four students. Monthly studio class $60, or $40 for Monthly and Full Year students. Paid up front; a block is cancelled and refunded if fewer than three enrol.

    Join the waitlist
  • For bands and ensembles

    Combo coaching

    Bring your band, or I'll form one from my students. Ninety minutes a week for eight weeks, ending with a performance. Jazz standards, rock and pop, worship, whatever the group is playing. One fee per band, split however you like. $150 per band per 90-minute session, $1,200 per eight-week block.

    Ask about coaching
  • Drummers and pianists

    Church musicians

    I play drums and piano at church and coach worship musicians on playing from charts, following a leader, dynamics and serving the song. Private lessons, or a session with your team.

    Book a free consultation

Band directors: I also run percussion sectionals and jazz clinics for school programs. Email rmbarski@gmail.com.