Frequently Asked Questions
- Where does Winterhalter Music teach lessons?
- When are Winterhalter Music teachers available for lessons?
- How long are the lessons, and how often do they take place?
- What qualifications do your teachers have?
- When is my child old enough to start lessons?
- What ages and ability levels do you teach?
- How much do the lessons cost?
- How do I pay for the lessons?
- What instruments do your instructors teach?
- Do you offer recitals or other performance opportunities?
- What type of music do you teach?
- What if we don’t have a piano? Is it ok to start on a keyboard?
- How did Winterhalter Music begin?
- How do I get started?
Where does Winterhalter Music teach lessons?
Winterhalter Music does not have a physical studio location. Instead, we offer in-home lessons in the Washington, D.C. metro area:
- Montgomery County, MD: Potomac, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, and Takoma Park.
- Northwest Washington, D.C.
- Arlington, VA
Presently during the Covid-19 Pandemic, our lessons are available to students who live anywhere. Contact us for more information.
When are Winterhalter Music teachers available for lessons?
We have teachers that teach seven days a week. Availability depends on when a teacher that is a good match has open time slots. Contact us for our most up to date availability.
How long are the lessons, and how often do they take place?
Most students have a weekly, 30 minute lesson. Younger students often have 15 minute lessons, and older or more advanced students often choose to have lessons for 45 minutes or an hour.
What qualifications do your teachers have?
Winterhalter Music teachers are exceptionally talented musicians who are passionate about sharing their love of music with their students. Prospective teachers are carefully vetted with multiple interviews, at least 3 references, and a background check. Most teachers have music degrees and experience teaching prior to joining our studio, and all go through training with Cassie. Most importantly, all our teachers share a warm and positive teaching style. Read our teachers’ bios here!
When is my child old enough to start lessons?
Winterhalter Music offers full 30 minute lessons for students beginning at age four. Occasionally, even younger students begin with a 15 minute lesson or just a few minutes taken from an older sibling’s lesson time. After meeting with a young student our teachers can assess and recommend a proper lesson length.
What ages and ability levels do you teach?
We have students in elementary, middle, and high school, as well as adult students. Our students range from beginners to intermediate to advanced players.
Contact us for the most current lesson rates.
You will be emailed an invoice monthly, and you can pay through our online payment system.
What instruments do your instructors teach?
We currently offer lessons on: piano, guitar, voice, cello, drums, violin, viola, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, trombone, string bass, bass guitar, ukulele, and euphonium. Lessons are subject to teacher availability – contact us for more information.
Do you offer recitals or other performance opportunities?
Yes! Winterhalter Music holds virtual recitals twice annually. All students are encouraged to participate for no extra fee. Families may invite as many guests to attend as they would like.
Learn more about the recitals on our services page and watch student performances on our testimonials page.
What type of music do you teach?
All students are taught the fundamentals of note reading and proper technique. Beyond that, students learn to play the music that interests them the most.
What if we don’t have a piano? Is it ok to start on a keyboard?
Yes! Many students begin learning on keyboards. We would be happy to let you know our opinion of the keyboard you own or advise you on the type of keyboard to purchase and where you might buy one.
If your piano requires tuning or repair, we will happily refer you to a recommended company.
How did Winterhalter Music begin?
Cassie founded Winterhalter Music in 2006 because she wanted to inspire kids to love music. Read about the Winterhalter Music Story to learn more!
Please submit a message via the contact form. We will be in touch with you within one business day to answer any questions and provide further details about lessons. If you decide to take lessons, your children will be matched with the teacher that best fits their availability and learning style. We’ll find a mutually convenient time, and the lessons will begin!