Accelerated Labs®
The Best Way to Learn Fast - All Ages and Abilities
Looking for a Great Group Music Class in Chesterfield, Missouri?
Let us introduce you to our group music lessons! They're called Accelerated Labs and are an innovative approach to music education that teaches independent practice skills and accelerates achievement. Lab students move faster through their music, are better at practicing, and are more self-sufficient learners. For most beginning to intermediate students, it’s the best way to learn. Watch Kay explain it in our 90 second video below!
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How Group Music Classes Work at Musicologie Chesterfield
Three to five students work separately at their pianos with headphones, alternating between interacting with the teacher and independent learning. The lab is compatible with any curriculum, preferred method or repertoire. Each student’s progress is completely separate and independent from everyone else. In addition to their regular curriculum books, Lab students work from Musicologie's proprietary Lab curriculum which fills learning gaps and makes drilling scales and technique fun!
Why Students AND Parents Love Musicologie's Group Music Programs
Our group music lessons, specifically Accelerated Piano Lab, have been shown to dramatically improve a student’s sight reading skills. This is the biggest skill that students need in order to learn music quickly.
Students move through their books faster.
Students learn more music each week.
Includes proven practice techniques so home practice is all about review and increasing speed.
Less tedium = more fun at home.
Minimizes the parent's need to supervise practice at home.
Fewer battles about practicing and just more fun!
Getting Started with Group Music Classes
Ready to enroll in one of our group music classes? Great! 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. Make sure you arrive 10 minutes early to your first class to complete registration and payment, buy books, and spend some one-on-one time with your teacher. New students receive a free tote, t-shirt and welcome folder!
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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.
4 months ago (Noblesville, IN)
Musicologie has been great for my daughter, she loves her drum lessons with Tony and recently self-composed her own bucket-drum piece with him, including cow bell! All you need is more cow bell right?! :) Thank you for being a wonderful and consistent music teacher for her since she started!
4 months ago (Carmel, IN)
I can't say enough good things about Anna at Musicologie Carmel. I came in wanting to play the violin, and what I didn't expect was a teacher who would help me become an actual musician. Anna doesn't just teach you the notes... she teaches you how to listen, how to phrase, how to bring feeling and intention to what you're playing. Her lessons are patient, encouraging, and tailored to where I actually am, and she has a way of pushing me just past my comfort zone so I keep growing every single week. If you're looking for someone who will take your playing seriously and make the whole process genuinely joyful, Anna at Musicologie is the teacher for you. 🎻
4 months ago (Noblesville, IN)
We have been bringing our 4 year old son (Who is starting to learn english) for piano lessons with his teacher Jo. I cannot say enough good things about Jo the school, our son has just flourished since starting his lessons here, not only on his ability to play piano hut also socially. His teacher is patient and kind with him and always makes him feel extremely proud of himself. We definitely appreciate this place so much and will recommend it to anyone looking for teachers who not only view your children as students but also as human beings and friends!
4 months ago (Carmel, IN)
Our kiddos love going and practicing at the Carmel location. The teachers meet them at their comfort level and then give goals for the next meeting. You know it’s a good fit when they willingly practice at home during the week! Our oldest is looking for violin songs to surprise Anna with and our youngest is supported by Alex as he finds his beat on the drums!
4 months ago (Carmel, IN)
My son takes guitar lessons at Musicologie in Carmel, IN, and we are so proud of his progress. The teachers are amazing—patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging. They make learning fun and have helped him grow. We highly recommend Musicologie to anyone looking for excellent music lessons!
4 months ago (Carmel, IN)
My daughter takes violin classes with Anna. She is a great teacher and my daughter loves learning with her. Staff is very friendly, accommodating and rescheduling is a breeze, highly recommend this school!!
5 months ago (Noblesville, IN)
Rebecca has been teaching my daughter Dixie violin for over a year, and she is hands-down the best instructor we could have hoped for. She challenges Dixie to keep improving while also helping her truly understand the music and the instrument—not just play the notes. Rebecca has a wonderful balance of encouragement and thoughtful correction. She praises Dixie’s progress while gently guiding her through areas that need work, always with so much care and kindness. It’s clear she genuinely cares about her students and their growth. We feel incredibly lucky to have found her, and I’m so grateful they’ve become such a strong, inspiring duo. Rebecca is making a lasting impact on Dixie’s violin journey, and we couldn’t recommend her more. 🎻
5 months ago (Noblesville, IN)
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!
6 months ago (Carmel, IN)
As a 55‑year‑old woman returning to the piano after more than three decades away, I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher than Jared. Even though he’s skilled in so many instruments, he tailors each lesson to my pace with a balance of patience, encouragement, and just the right amount of challenge. He’s warm, supportive, and genuinely fun to learn from, which makes my weekly private lessons something I look forward to. His practical tips, clear explanations, and thoughtful guidance have made a huge difference in my confidence and progress. I wholeheartedly recommend Musicologie in Carmel—and especially Jared—to learners of any age who want an inspiring, enjoyable, and truly personalized music experience.
6 months ago (Noblesville, IN)
Our family loves coming here! Our son has been coming since he had just turned 3 and has really enjoyed seeing Jo every week. He says Mondays are Jo days and considers Jo his favorite singer🥹. We love how Jo meets kids where they are and pushes them in a kind and encouraging way. In the past year, we have seen kids with varying personality types join our classes and Jo’s patience and ability to make each kid shine is impressive. The age range of our class (Juniors) means it is a bit of organized chaos and a lot of fun.
4 months ago (Nashville, TN)
Musicologie Nashville is a great place! The kids love it and they are learning so much!
4 months ago (Nashville, TN)
We have had an EXCELLENT experience at Musicologie Nashville. Preston, our kiddo’s instructor, has further nurtured our child’s love of music. I STRONGLY recommend anyone looking for lessons to look no further! These folks are kind, passionate, and generally awesome.
5 months ago (Nashville, TN)
My drum lesson with Doug was great! He was very friendly, patient, and we jumped right in. I highly recommend it!
5 months ago (Nashville, TN)
My boys LOVE taking lessons with Doug and Anakin! They are both really kind, considerate/helpful in their feedback, and genuinely want to see them get better. The best part is they are excited to practice throughout the week too because they want to do well for their teachers on lesson day! Thank you for being such supportive and encouraging teachers :)
8 months ago (Nashville, TN)
Musicologie just opened in Nashville (Green Hills)! It's an awesome place for music lessons in Nashville - kids, adults, baby classes - they've got it all! The music teachers are talented, patient, and make sure you're learning and having fun. Whether you’re looking for piano lessons, guitar lessons, voice lessons, or beginner music classes, they make learning fun and approachable. It's been over 20 years since I originally learned to play guitar and they're helping me get back into the swing of things. Ryman Auditorium here we come! The location is super convenient in Green Hills, and the space is welcoming, organized, and professional. If you’re looking for high-quality music lessons in Nashville, I highly recommend Musicologie.
Musicologie Chesterfield
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
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 Chesterfield 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 at the core of every lesson and class we teach. It’s rooted in two things: a safe environment, and student-centered learning. 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.
Student-Centered Learning means harnessing trust, collaboration, and exploration to give students the agency and the inspiration to achieve their goals and to make the learning process engaging and fun.
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 Chesterfield, 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.
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