Small group classes for adult musicians beginning their musical journey
Cello Choir | Ages 10 & Up – NEW! >
A room full of warm, resonant strings — Cello Choir brings cellists aged 10 and up together to explore chamber music skills, ensemble listening, and tone across a range of genres. Open to all levels, with sessions offered fall through spring.
Ages: Ages 10 & Up
When: Fall series | September 24, 2026 to December 17, 2026
Status: Winter registration is open: Classes begin Jan 7
Adult Composition | Creativity and Craft >
Discover the craft of composing—from an idea's earliest spark through structure, harmony, and color—while working alongside soloists and small ensembles. Your finished piece gets a live performance by professional musicians.
Ages: Ages 18 & older (open to those who have completed at least one year of college or have been out of high school for 1+ years)
When: Fall and Spring Sessions
Status: Winter registration is open: Group classes begin Dec 2
NEW Adult Beginner Guitar | Group Class >
That guitar in the corner has been waiting long enough. This supportive small-group class gives adults a structured, low-pressure place to start. Guiding you through technique, chords, rhythm, and songs, you'll build lasting skills and musical confidence — no prior experience required.
Ages: Ages 18+
When: Fall, Winter, and Spring Sessions
Status: Winter registration is open: First class January 4
Adult Chamber Music >
Chamber music is conversation — find your voice among others who speak the language.
Ages: Ages 18 & older (open to those who have completed at least one year of college or have been out of high school for 1+ years)
When: Fall, Winter, and Spring Sessions
Status: Registration open: January - Spring
PRIVATE LESSONS
Individual instruction for students of all ages and experience levels
Violin | Private Lessons >
Private violin lessons at Crowden School develop strong musicianship, fluency in reading, and dynamic control across a wide range of repertoire, supporting confident and independent playing.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
Guitar | Private Lessons >
Private guitar lessons at Crowden School support technical development, musical versatility, and stylistic awareness through personalized instruction tailored to each student.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
Composition | Private Lessons >
Composition lessons at Crowden School develop each student’s musical voice through guided exploration of structure, harmony, and form, helping students translate ideas into original work with clarity and intention.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
Piano | Private Lessons >
Private piano lessons at Crowden School develop strong musicianship, fluency in reading, and dynamic control across a wide range of repertoire, supporting confident and independent playing.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
Flute | Private Lessons >
Flute study at Crowden School refines breath control, tone clarity, and articulation through focused, one-on-one instruction, supporting clear and expressive playing.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
Cello | Private Lessons >
Cello study at Crowden School emphasizes tone production, phrasing, and expressive depth, supported by personalized instruction that strengthens both technique and musical confidence.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
Viola | Private Lessons >
Viola lessons at Crowden School cultivate a rich, resonant tone and a nuanced approach to phrasing. Through focused one-on-one instruction, students develop both technical control and musical precision.
Ages: Ages 6 to Adult
When: Rolling enrollment year-round subject to teacher availability
Status: Rolling enrollment year-round
“Crowden opens your mind and lets you develop in a way that is only possible when you have music alongside the strong academics.”
