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Adult Music Lessons
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"Musicologie teachers are outstanding. They meet you where you are, build confidence, and build technical skills. But most importantly it’s fun!"
Ashland, Massachusetts
Music Lessons
Musicologie® is how modern music education should be. Take music lessons in person at our Ashland studio or online with an expert Musicologie Ashland teacher. All ages and abilities.
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How Our Music Lessons Work
At our Ashland studio, lessons are weekly one-on-one sessions with a teacher specifically matched to you or your child based on your experience and goals. We offer both live online lessons and in-person lessons at our studios. Our teachers are experts at introducing young students to music, helping middle and high school students succeed in juries and competitions, or even helping professionals hone their craft.
The Lesson Membership
When you sign up, you'll purchase a lesson membership, which is a flat fee billed on the 1st of each month. We recommend 30-minute weekly private lessons for young beginners and hourly long weekly lessons for advanced players and adults. The lesson membership includes:
A weekly lesson time - in person or online - reserved with an expert teacher
Unlimited rescheduling with 24 hours notice - made easy through your online account
At least two concerts annually and other cool performance opportunities
Getting Started
The first step is to introduce yourself and help us get to know you. You can do that by filling out our get started form. We'll talk briefly about what you want to achieve and then we'll schedule a 30 minute assessment lesson. At the assessment, you’ll meet your teacher, who will go over your goals and develop a personal curriculum for you. We know that your relationship with your teacher is the most important thing about lessons and we work hard to make sure it's right from the beginning. After the assessment, you'll sign up for ongoing weekly lessons. Most are 30 minutes, but some students do 45 minute or hour long lessons. All ongoing lessons are reserved for you on the same day and time each week with the same teacher. You'll also be able to attend optional group classes, performances and open practice.
What to Expect from Music Lessons at Musicologie Ashland
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Your First Music Lesson at Musicologie Ashland
The first step is to attend your first music lesson. You can sign up online, or contact us at 508-202-1110. You can attend your lesson online over video, or in person at the Ashland studio at 90 Chestnut St, Ashland, Massachusetts 01721. We call the first lesson an assessment. But don't worry - it's not a test! It's a chance for us to get to know you, what your goals are and how best to help you achieve what you want. Plus it's a chance for you to get to know us!
Our Studio
At the studio you'll meet our Community Manager and your teacher who will guide you through process. You'll receive a welcome folder with prices and policies, a practice guide and a practice log. You'll spend about 30 minutes getting set up, learning about Musicologie, talking to you teacher about your goals and playing your music. Your teacher will recommend a curriculum for you, and then, you'll sign up for ongoing voice lessons. You can choose from 30, 45 or 60 minute private lessons. You can also join a band through our RockStars® program. Then, start practicing!
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Instruments We Teach
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Read Our Reviews
Musicologie Students Have a Blast!
We have more than 7000 students and hundreds of 5-star reviews! Musicologie students love learning music, enjoy the community and make serious progress.
Dave Winters
3 weeks ago
Musicologie seems to be a well run group. The end of semester concert at Jackalope was great. A good place to hold the event on a Sunday afternoon.
Lauren Cunningham
3 weeks ago
We’re so excited to start the Musicologie Junior class with our 2 year old!
Amy Higuera
a month ago
My 13-month-old son just started the Musicologie Junior classes with Miss Rachel and we are LOVING it! All the activities are easily adaptable for different skill levels. The whole class is engaging, and beginner music concepts and ideas are taught in such a fun way.
jolanta lapinska
a month ago
Terri Hunter
a month ago
Devon has been an incredible drum instructor for my son Caleb! From day one, he has been patient, encouraging, and truly passionate about teaching music. Caleb has grown so much in both skill and confidence, and it’s amazing to see how excited he gets for his lessons each week. Devon has a great way of connecting with children and making learning fun while still challenging them to improve. I also appreciate his professionalism, consistency, and positive energy. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students and their progress. I highly recommend Devon to any parent looking for a talented and supportive drum instructor!
Lisa McDonnell
a month ago
We had such an incredible experience at my daughter‘s first piano lesson. We were warmly greeted by the owner upon arrival and walked through how everything works. Her teacher, Miss Naomi, was so patient and very informative. I was nervous about taking a five year-old (typical age related attention span & listening skills concerns), but they were so patient and well-versed in how to meet her where she was at. They took a very personalized approach to observing her and what would work to pique her interest. We are excited to get signed up for lessons!
amy michelle teleron-khorshad
a month ago
Some teachers leave an impression. Others change lives. Our music teacher, Nicholas Rice, has done that for our family. He has given our children far more than piano and voice instruction. He has helped them believe in themselves, find confidence on stage, and develop a true love for music and performing. Most importantly, he makes them feel seen, valued, and loved. Our children genuinely look forward to every lesson because of the warmth, encouragement, joy, and passion he brings into teaching. Watching their growth under his guidance has been incredible. There is no question why he was named the #1 teacher in the company nationwide. He is exceptional in every sense of the word, and our family feels deeply grateful to know him.
Tina Fellows
a month ago
My 13 year old son says he really likes both of his instructors. According to him, "it's so casual with Josh (a big compliment from a teen ha) and at Rock Stars with Cade, I get to play other styles of music I wouldn't ordinarily think to choose as well as other instruments". This is so huge for us because it's literally the first activity in his life that we've started him in that he looks forward to as opposed to complaining about going! A big thanks to Josh and Cade for all you do to further his music education and development!
MaryAva Hollings
a month ago
Awesome staff, location, flexible payments and classes! My teacher Claren made me feel like I can do this! Can't wait for my next class! Her teaching style is perfect for me...
Maria Cole
a month ago
Musicologie Lakeway is an incredible place! We were lucky enough to meet Nick at their open house and he ended up being the perfect match for my son who had been playing piano for a bit. Besides being an extremely talented musician, Nick is a gifted teacher. My son loves music theory and Nick has imparted so much knowledge on him in just a few short months. This music school is very well run -- manager Christian is super responsive and flexible with scheduling needs. Brand new facilities and instruments are the cherry on top.
Jesus Daniel Alfaro
a month ago
I’m so thankful for having an excellent piano and voice teacher Mr Wes, who is also guiding me on the different ways I could play my original songs and how I feel that I’m advancing on my advance piano lessons, I watched the show they had at the mall about 2 months ago and it really motivated me to keep learning all the way. I also like the fact that they also teach children, because I’m planning to bring my grandkids so they can learn piano and take voice lessons too. Thank you Musicologuie and thank you teacher Wes, blessings! 🙏👏
Stephanie A
a month ago
Our experience at Musicologie has been excellent so far! Tony and Ben are very caring, thoughtful and deliberate instructors. They are both great about giving specific feedback on what their strengths are and areas to focus on improving. I've also benefitted greatly from the convenient scheduling and makeup policy. Perfect for busy families. Thank you Tony, Ben, Jo & Zach!
Bethany Harris
a month ago
I was looking for an educational and fun place for my daughter to learn piano. I’m so happy I chose Musicologie! My daughter looks forward to her weekly lesson and loves her instructor, Yun-Huei. She always makes it fun and easy to follow. I definitely recommend!
Z Barton
2 months ago
My son has attended three sessions with Mrs. Melora. She has been so kind and patient. I can tell that my son is really enjoying going to Piano Lessons. I am so glad that we found Musicologie.
Kate Morton
6 months ago
Absolutely love our experience at Musicologie. We have been taking classes here for more than a year now, and we have seen our daughter's skills improve significantly. The instructors are very positive and they make it easy to reschedule classes.
Song song
8 months ago
Eric was wonderful with my kids! He was so patient, upbeat, and made learning the drums exciting for them. I really appreciate how he kept things engaging while still teaching technique.
Musicologie Ashland
Music Education Programs
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Musicologie Junior®
Experiential music classes for young children and their grown-ups
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Private Lessons
One-on-one lessons with a Certified Teacher
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Accelerated Labs®
An innovative approach to group lessons
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RockStars®
Become a rock star! Join a band and perform live
Musicologie Junior®
Experiential music classes for young children and their grown-ups
Private Lessons
One-on-one lessons with a Certified Teacher
Accelerated Labs®
An innovative approach to group lessons
RockStars®
Become a rock star! Join a band and perform live
Our Philosophy Of Education
We are driven by a set of unifying principles that guide every lesson, every class, and every interaction.
We Start Early
Research shows the earlier you start, the more lifetime benefits you receive from studying music.
We Teach Life Skills
Music is awesome! It teaches so many things: emotional intelligence, discipline, self-awareness, motor skills, dexterity and more.
We Teach the Process of Learning
We focus on the process rather than the product, facilitating discovery rather than dictating information. We teach how to learn, not just what to learn.
Our Responsibility
We know a student's success is our responsibility. It's our job to make lessons engaging, fun, and easy to be excited about.
We Believe in Immersion + Exploration
All our lessons and classes are experiential and immersive, fun and exciting!
We Assume Good Intentions
We grow the trust, mutual respect and confidence of our students by assuming good intentions from everyone.
We Encourage Mistakes
Making mistakes is what learning is. You try something, make mistakes, and try again. We encourage mistakes so our students are excited to take risks and try new things.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We want you to have total confidence that Musicologie Ashland is the right place for you or your child to start, or continue your musical journey. So we've collected the most frequently asked questions about our music lessons, our programs, and what it's like learning music at Musicologie.
What is the Musicologie Method™?
The Musicologie Method™ is rooted in two things: a safe environment, and education through play. Research tells us these two elements are key components of the way everyone learns, from kids through adults.
In music lessons, a safe environment means a place where you feel free to be who you are, encouraged to play the music you enjoy, and excited to try new things. Education through play means having fun playing your instrument! That's why it's called playing music! We use games and strategies to help our music students make serious progress while enjoying the process.
What ages does Musicologie teach?
We teach all ages. Many of our students are between the ages of 5 and 12, but we teach toddlers and we teach many adults, too! Our toddler music class is called Musicologie Junior and starts at 6 months. Private lessons start at 5. We also have a rock band class called Rockstars where students ages 7+ learn to be rock stars and play at local venues!
We also have member workshops, open mics, and concerts for all our students, including adults! At Musicologie Ashland, not only can you learn an instrument from an amazing, friendly, certified teacher, but you can meet other musicians and join a community of music explorers!
How do I sign up for lessons?
Get started here by answering a few questions. We'll match you with a teacher and find a time that works for ongoing lessons. The first lesson is called an assessment lesson.
What's a lesson membership?
A lesson membership is how you sign up for your weekly lesson or class at Musicologie. Your membership fee is billed monthly. The price depends on which lessons or classes you're enrolled in.
Can I do lessons every other week?
Sure, we offer drop-in lessons for students who can't commit to a weekly lesson.
What if I start in the middle of the month?
You will be charged a prorated amount for the remaining days in the month and then you’ll go into our automated system and be billed on the 1st of each month for the upcoming month.
How do I withdraw from lessons?
To withdraw from lessons, you must give 30 days advance notice by filling out our online exit form. This is the only way to withdraw. Contact us for the exit form.
What curriculum does Musicologie use?
We know that you'll stay more engaged by learning music you love and you'll grow faster by using what you've learned in your lessons in performances. We'll take our own Musicologie Method, along with traditional method books like Suzuki, Alfred's, Faber, etc., and combine that with contemporary music you're excited about with the goal of performing in one of our ensembles, group classes, or at one of our concerts.
Do I need my own instrument?
Not for your first lesson. We have instruments at our studios you can use for the first few lessons. But after that you'll want to get your own instrument for practice at home. Your teacher will help you pick out the right one. We also have open practice hours so you can come in and use instruments and practice rooms at Musicologie during the week.
If you do have your own instrument, you should definitely bring it with you, as long as it's easily portable - leave your piano and drums at home
What's an Assessment lesson?
An assessment lesson is what we call your first lesson. Don't worry, it's not a test! You'll come in, meet your teacher, talk about your goals, go through our policies and develop an individual curriculum. Every student does it regardless of age or ability. For very young students, an assessment is also a chance to see if they're ready for private lessons.
What are Musicologie's prices?
Each of our studios may have different prices, so get started here to learn more!
Can I reschedule a lesson if I can't come?
Of course! Here's how it works:
Log into your account at Musicologie.com
Find the lesson you want to change and select 'cancel' or 'reschedule' at least 24 hours before the lesson. Musicologie Junior and Accelerated Labs can be canceled or rescheduled up to 30 minutes before the class.
The canceled lesson will remain in your account to reschedule at any point in the future.
If you withdraw from lessons, you can no longer reschedule any lessons you cancelled.
If you re-enroll, any previously cancelled lessons will still be available in your account.
How do I pay for lessons?
When you sign up for lessons, your credit card or debit card will be automatically debited a flat fee each month on the 1st of the month. To withdraw, you need to provide us with 30-days notice by filling out a withdrawal form. Contact your teacher for the form.
Does Musicologie offer refunds?
Musicologie cannot offer refunds for any missed or unused lessons.
Musicologie Ashland
Music Teachers
Sophie M.
She/her
Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Sophie is a recent graduate from Berklee College of Music with a degree in Interdisciplinary Music Studies and a strong passion for music education. Growing up in St. Louis, Sophie has always been surrounded by music. Her love of choir and musical theater eventually led her to perform at NYC’s popular cabaret venue, 54 Below, with the group On Stage Collective in 2022 and 2023. Outside of vocal performance, Sophie studied piano privately from ten to eighteen. Since 2024, Sophie has taught voice and songwriting lessons at Lake of the Woods and Greenwoods camps every summer. As her latest endeavor, Sophie is thrilled to teach voice and piano at Musicologie, as well as to join a talented community of young musicians and educators!
Jeremy S.
He/his
Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar
Musicologie Certified M1
Jeremy S. a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and live sound engineer based in Boston, and a graduate of Northeastern University. There, he studied Music, Data Science, and PPE. He has been teaching music for over 5 years, working with students ages 4–21 across multiple genres and skill levels. He teaches piano, guitar, and bass,. In his lessons, he prioritizes accessibility, self-expression, and fun! His goal at Musicologie is to help students build confidence, curiosity, and their own musical voice.
Ally F.
She/her
Piano, Voice
Musicologie Certified M1
Ally is a vocalist and pianist who grew up in Massachusetts. She started playing the piano at the age of 4 and sang at the age of 11. Additionally, she attended Walnut Hill School for the Arts majoring in classical voice for the first two years and then piano the last two. One of her most notable performances was playing the piano and singing at Carnegie Hall in the Crescendo International Competition. She then attended Berklee College of Music and studied voice performance for her undergrad. She experienced building her own band, putting together repertories and writing her own songs for her final senior recital. She will be teaching voice and piano at Musicologie and her goal is to find teaching styles that will make music learning fun!
Matthew K.
He/his
Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drum Set
Musicologie Certified M1
Matthew is a musician from New York that has been playing guitar for 17 years. He graduated from the Hartt School of Music in 2021 with a Bachelor's of Music in Music Production Technology. He also plays bass, drums and mandolin, and has a lot of experience teaching both private lessons and group music programs.
Jesse K.
He/his
Guitar, Bass Guitar
Musicologie Certified M1
Jesse, a seasoned guitarist with 14 years of experience, has honed his craft on stage, performing in diverse venues. His journey from a novice to a versatile player equips him to guide students at any level, whether they're beginners or seasoned players seeking improvement. Jesse offers lessons in both guitar and bass, catering to those aspiring to master front-stage riffs or provide solid bass lines. His teaching approach is personalized, tailoring instruction to meet students at their current skill level and helping them advance. Jesse's passion for music and performance makes him an ideal mentor for aspiring musicians.
Nick M.
Drum Set
Musicologie Certified M1
Nick Moran's drumming journey began at the age of 5 when he started taking drum lessons. He would continue to study until he found his first band at 15 years old. He would eventually move on to the Berklee College of Music where he'd receive his bachelors degree in Drum Kit Performance. Nick currently is the drummer for The ABBA Reunion Tribute Show (a world renowned tribute to ABBA) as well as local Boston music acts. Teaching drums for Musicologie, he hopes to pass his passion for drums along to his students, and have fun at the same time!
Keoni K.
He/his
Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba
Musicologie Certified M2
Keoni Kovacs-Smith is a Greater Boston-based music educator, He holds a M.M. in Music Education from Longy School of Music of Bard College and a B.M. in Trumpet Performance from The Crane School of Music. Keoni currently teaches General Music for Grades K-2 and 4-5 Band in Needham Public Schools, serving students of Sunita Williams, Eliot, and Broadmeadow Elementary Schools. In addition to his public school settings, he has taught students of all levels on trumpet, beginner-intermediate on piano and all other brass instruments (trombone, french horn, euphonium/tuba). Keoni seeks to fulfill the Musicologie mission by making music lessons a deeply individual and interest-driven experience, tailored to each student's strengths!
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