Music Lessons
Quality Music and Dance offers music lessons in:
Guitar, Voice, Singing, Piano, Drums, Bass, Banjo, Mandolin, Ukulele, Violin, Viola, Cello, Trumpet, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, Saxophone and Preschool Music FunTime Classes.
Lesson Highlights
- Lessons for all ages, levels and interests
- Accessible school location and ample parking
- Flexible hours to accommodate your busy schedule
- Lessons that are fun and engaging with world-class teachers
- A friendly environment and personalized curriculum to achieve the best possible learning
- Comprehensive lesson education including theory, technique and ear training
- Performance opportunities at our recitals and Chesapeake and local community events
Music Lesson Teaching Philosophy
Our teachers make it a priority to get to know you on a personal level. At the first lesson your teacher will ask you about your favorite type of music, and set goals to help accomplish whatever musical aspirations you have for yourself or your child. We are sensitive to the fact that every student is an individual, and that is reflected in terms of what and how we teach. A seven-year-old having their first guitar lesson will have very different needs than a fifty-seven-year-old taking piano for the second time after having had lessons as a child. Everyone is truly unique, and we make sure to treat them that way.
Music Styles Available
We teach all styles from rock, pop, jazz, country, blues and classical.
Qualified Instructors
Our teachers have received their education from prestigious institutions such as New York University, Indiana University, Berkley College of Music, Notre Dame of Maryland University, University of Pennsylvania, Old Dominion University, University of North Carolina, Elon University, Michigan State University. Many of our instructors have gone on performance tours of the US and Europe and have over 25 years of professional performance and teaching experience. In addition to their teaching credentials, our teachers have warm personalities, are extremely friendly and strive to get to know each student and their parent on a personal level.
GUITAR LESSONS (for ages five and up)
Our guitar teachers teach rock, blues, metal, country and classical guitar lessons on electric and acoustic guitars. Beginner students can expect to work on chords, simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. We balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson you are challenged with a new technical or theory concept, but always end with something fun such as your favorite riff or song. We use a variety of guitar method books to accomplish this and encourage students to bring CDs or their iPod to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes.
VOICE LESSONS (for ages six and up)
Our voice teachers primarily focus on popular music. If you have always wanted to be a better rock, pop, country, jazz, gospel or R&B singer, then we have the right voice teachers for you. Voice students spend time each week doing physical exercises to improve their vocal range, ear training, breath control, vibrato, tone production, enunciation and more. All voice students set goals with their teacher to work on maybe sounding like their favorite recording artists, preparing for a theatre audition, or if they prefer, to develop their own unique voice.
PIANO LESSONS (for ages five and up)
Our piano teachers teach a variety of styles from classical to popular music. Whether you want to learn Bach or Alicia Keys, our teachers are happy to help you become the pianist you want to be. Our piano faculty will show you the fundamentals of sight reading, technique and theory, but they will also incorporate your favorite songs into your lessons. You do not have to have a piano at home to take lessons. A 61 full size electric keyboard will work great to get you started. Our piano teachers have warm personalities and enjoy sharing their love for the piano with you.
DRUM LESSONS (for ages six and up)
We have one of the most professional drum lesson rooms in Chesapeake. Our drum instructors teach rock, metal, jazz, funk, blues and many other styles. Drum language can be complex and our instructors will challenge any drummer with a wide variety of technical exercises designed to improve your speed and comfort. All drummers bring in their favorite drum parts to learn in their lessons and theory is encouraged. We have many drum students who play in local bands, be it in rock clubs or their local churches. You do not have to purchase a drum kit to take lessons. Beginning students can learn with a drum pad and sticks. Students use our drum set at their lessons and do not have to bring anything except their drum sticks and a notebook.
VIOLIN, VIOLA, CELLO, STRING LESSONS (for ages six and up)
Our String instructors offers the best Violin, Viola, AND Cello lessons by presenting repertoire and technique with fun and innovative methods. Music lessons are offered for both children and adults. Core principles are emphasized and as students continue through the curriculum learning significant repertoire, fundamentals necessary for all levels of performance are also addressed. Training occurs at all ages in theory, ear training, sight reading, technique, and history. String students also learn how their instrument relates to all the fine arts.
BAND INSTRUMENTS (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone )
We have many options for students who want to increase their skills in percussion, woodwinds, brass, or reed instruments! Our teachers are passionate about the instruments they teach and want to help you succeed, whether your goals are for personal enjoyment, to improve your skills for the school band, or become a wonderful asset to your rock band.
Available Lesson Hours:
Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fridays 10 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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RATES
Lessons are $35.50 for 30 minute private lesson held once a week.
All Lessons are held once a week, at the same day and time. There is a one-time registration fee of $30.00 per student or $40.00 per family). All fees must be paid by pre-authorized debit or credit cards or auto draft.
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We proudly partner with the National Educational Music Company to provide quality instrument rentals to students of the Hampton Roads. Check out all of the benefits of renting with us here
Quality Music and Dance has spent the last twenty-eight (28) years committed to serving our community and helping to expand the arts in Chesapeake and the surrounding areas of South Hampton Roads and North Eastern North Carolina. Whether you are looking to dance or want to learn an instrument, Quality Music and Dance has a program for you.
Are we the right music school for you?
If you are looking for music lessons in South Hampton Roads, you have come to the right place! We have taught thousands of students since we were established in Chesapeake in 1997.
We offer a wide range of music lessons, including: guitar, bass, piano, voice, drums, ukulele, mandolin, banjo, violin, viola, cello, flute, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, low brass, and more!
We also offer Music FunTime preschool music classes for children 2 years and up. More than just a play group, we teach your toddlers to read music! Come try a free class. For more information about Music FunTime, click here.
We have been changing lives for over 25 years! We strive to do more than just teach music and dance, but to grow our students' passions for the arts and instill the valuable life lessons that come along the way. As parents we realize you have a choice between several different music and dance schools. We continuously work to ensure that we are always providing our students and parents with the best experience for music instruction possible. While you are here researching the best school for you, please consider the benefits of becoming a Quality Music student and find out why our students feel we are Virginia and north-eastern North Carolina’s number one choice for music lessons.
