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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!"

Westerville, OH

Music Lessons

Musicologie® is how modern music education should be. Take music lessons in person at our Westerville studio or online with an expert Musicologie Westerville teacher. All ages and abilities.

How Music Lessons Work

At Musicologie Westerville, most of what we do is private lessons and music is one of our main focuses. The music is an amazing, magical instrument. It’s the perfect place for most students to start. Music teaches technique and dexterity, theory and note reading, and provides a simple, linear road map of how music works. Once you have that foundation, you can take it anywhere: from impressive classical pieces, to your favorite pop song, to adding another instrument to your resume. Music lessons are absolutely the best way for every music lover to immerse themselves in music.

How old does my child need to be for music lessons?

We have a rule of thumb: If your child is excited about playing music now, they should start now. Most music students can start as young as four years old. For kids younger than four who are excited about music, we have Musicologie Junior. Many of our teachers specialize in early childhood music education. They have the skills, patience and demeanor to help young students grow.

What about adult beginners?

Yes! We love adults who are up for the challenge of learning to play a instrument. It's hard work but so rewarding. And it won't take as long as you think to be able to play your favorite songs! We'll help guide you towards your goals and won't make you do endless scales or theory exercises if that's not what you're into.

Lessons For Experienced Music Players

What about lessons for experienced music players? If you have played before, you probably have a good idea of what you want to work on. We'll match you with one of our advanced music teachers. Some have doctorates and decades of experience teaching at the collegiate level. Some have masters degrees in music pedagogy or have toured professionally as jazz sidemen. We offer a world-class, university level music education.

What to Expect from Music Lessons at Musicologie Westerville

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Your First Music Lesson at Musicologie Westerville

The first step is to attend your first music lesson. You can sign up online, or contact us at 614-918-7428⁩. You can attend your lesson online over video, or in person at the Westerville studio at 1190 County Line Road, Westerville, OH 43081. 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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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 Westerville 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 Gahanna, 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:

  1. Log into your account at Musicologie.com

  2. 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.

  3. The canceled lesson will remain in your account to reschedule at any point in the future.

  4. If you withdraw from lessons, you can no longer reschedule any lessons you cancelled.

  5. 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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Music Teachers

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Patrick S.
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Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M5
Patrick began playing piano at four, violin at nine, and took voice lessons throughout high school and college. After graduating from Otterbein University with a BFA in Musical Theatre, he moved to NYC to pursue the big city dream. After three years, Patrick moved back to Columbus to lay roots in a more comfortable, but just as creatively accessible and inviting environment. He works as an accompanist, performs with several local theater companies, and teaches voice and piano lessons. As a teacher, Patrick approaches learning through the lens of storytelling and acting, and loves to work with students of all ages and abilities. Making lessons fun, engaging, and enjoyable even when music gets tough is Patrick’s core teaching philosophy.
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Lucas F.
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Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Lucas Fox is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Music, specialized in (classical) piano performance. At his time at OSU, he participated in Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony, and Small Piano Ensemble. Lucas' other interests in music include playing modern/ contemporary music, jazz, percussion, and drum set. He has also performed in the pits of many musical productions in and around the Columbus area.
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Travis L.
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Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Travis Long comes from Northwest Ohio where he attended Terra State College for Jazz Studies and Music Performance. Travis has been playing guitar since a young age and quickly developed a fascination with extended range instruments. He has a deep appreciation for a wide variety of music with a particular affinity for metal and jazz. Travis enjoys performing live and has done so as part of a wide variety of musical projects over the past ten years. He regularly performs on bass with Columbus soul rock group Carole Walker and the Bittertones. Travis loves working with students of all ages and helping them explore music that speaks to them personally.
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Lauren N.
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Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Lauren Nelson is a mezzo from Columbus. She has a BM in vocal performance (emphasis in classical voice) from Loyola University Chicago. While there she sang the Sorceress in Dido and Aeneas. Lauren was active in the local music scene in Chicago, where she played many solo shows and shows with local bands. She has experience recording both solo and with bands like The Kuhls and Monroe. Lauren has been playing with Columbus bands since she was in high school and was also in Hairspray (Motormouth Maybelle) and Oliver (Mrs. Sowerberry). She enjoys teaching all ages and genres including classical, musical theatre, jazz, and pop. She has the skills and patience to mentor students looking to gain knowledge in songwriting and recording.
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Regan T.
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Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M3
Regan holds a degree in Vocal Performance from Oakland University and a masters degree in Voice Pedagogy from The Ohio State University. She has been teaching piano and voice lessons for a total of 10 years and loves that her experience has led her to incorporate a variety of learning strategies into her lessons, including games and songwriting in order to build confidence and creativity. She enjoys working with singers of all levels and with piano students that are getting started or at an intermediate point in their musical journey.
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Erik M.
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Piano, Percussion, Drum Set
Musicologie Certified M2
Erik is a piano, percussion, and drum set instructor with 12 years teaching experience. His experience includes instruction of students ranging from kindergartners through retirees, beginners through advanced instruction. He suits lessons individually to the student, with an emphasis on developing versatility and life-long enjoyment of music. From the casual learner to the advanced performer, he offers students the tools they need to become confident musicians at any level. He holds a Minor in music. He has been the principal percussionist with the New Albany Symphony since 2010. He has performed with Louis Bellson and Clark Terry; classical artists Janos Starker and Hillary Hahn; and pop performers Mary Chapin Carpenter and Chris Thile.
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Christy C.
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Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Christy Campos is a mezzo-soprano who studied voice in San Diego for ten years under Wendy Kallen and the Uselman-Klein Vocal Studio, performed lead roles in numerous musical productions, and was often a solo artist in various concert settings. She has extensive experience directing children’s choirs, large-scale youth musical productions, and taught for Sing, Move, and Play Music Academy and Hope Music School in San Diego. She has been trained and certified through two internationally known early childhood music education programs and believes that everyone is musical! It is her hope that she can help her students discover their unique musical voice and encourage a lifelong love of making music.
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Erin S.
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Guitar, Flute, Saxophone, Piano, Clarinet
Musicologie Certified M2
Erin graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s of Music Education in 2012. She studied both jazz and classical styles and has extensive experience with jazz improvisation. In 2022, Erin completed her coursework for certification in Music Therapy at Cleveland State University and has worked with clients from preschool to adults of all ability levels. Erin has been writing, performing, and recording music for over 20 years, in a variety of genres including rock, folk, electronica, jazz, and classical. She enjoys listening to artists ranging from Taylor Swift to John Coltrane.
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Isaac R.
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Guitar, Percussion, Piano, Drum Set, Ukulele
Musicologie Certified M1
From a young age Isaac has been very musically inclined. Starting piano lessons at age 6 and drum lessons one year later, Isaac quickly discovered that he has a passion for music. To further this he spent years practicing drums piano and guitar, and enrolled in the Jazz program at The Ohio State University. Since then Isaac has been regularly gigging around Ohio, playing both drums and guitar with many different groups. He hopes to pass his knowledge and experience on to the next generation, and help them discover the same passion for music that he has.
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Alexa R.
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Voice, Violin, Viola
Musicologie Certified M2
Alexa Rybinski has a Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance with emphasis in Opera/Musical Theater and a minor in Viola Performance from Capital University Conservatory of Music. She has performed with most of the Columbus professional and regional theaters. Favorite roles include: First Date (Casey), The Wild Party (Kate), Spring Awakening (Wendla), Shrek (Fiona), Little Women (Jo), Cabaret (Sally Bowles), Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Cinderella), Seussical (Gertrude), Into the Woods (Baker’s Wife), Hairspray (Penny), and Nunsense (Sister Amnesia). Alexa also works as a costumer around Columbus and has played in the pit for many musicals. Alexa has taught all levels of voice, violin, and viola private students for over 10 yea...
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Bonnie W.
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Piano, Violin, Ukulele, Viola
Musicologie Certified M3
Bonnie Wu got her first violin when she was only three years old and is well versed in the Suzuki method. Along with violin, she also studied piano and later picked up the ukulele. Bonnie now plays violin for Ohio State’s Campus Orchestra while studying for a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and Chinese, with hopes of going to medical or graduate school. For many years, she has volunteered at her local library where she enjoyed working with kids and seeing them in an environment where they wanted to learn. Aside from music, she enjoys oil painting, shopping, and playing video games on her Nintendo Switch. She wishes that everyone could experience the exhilarating feeling of being able to play and enjoy music with others.
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Emily R.
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Piano, Voice
Musicologie Certified M3
Emily has been teaching private lessons since graduating from Capital University in 2013 and is deeply passionate about music in all its forms! After college, she sang with Opera Columbus and various professional choral ensembles, some of which took her on international tours. She moved to Los Angeles CA in 2016 where, in addition to teaching private lessons, she was vocal instructor for the theatre department at Santa Monica High School and general music teacher at Playa Vista Elementary. She was also soprano section leader for the Bay Area-based choral ensemble Choral Audacity, sang with the Los Angeles Vocal Ensemble, and Voices for Social Justice. Outside of the music world, Emily enjoys outdoor activities, cooking, and kickboxing.
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Nicholas R.
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Voice, Piano
Musicologie Certified M3
My name is Nicholas Rice and my passion is teaching music and inspiring positivity to my students. I am a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Otterbein University who will be highly dedicated to you or your child in their musical journey. My specialty is voice but I also teach beginning piano and play saxophone. I am eager to find new students and have more fantastic musical memories!
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Nico L.
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Drum Set
Musicologie Certified M2
Nico Linik has been performing in Columbus for years. Outside of his main projects Cellar Dwellar and Dairy Family, he seeks to play in as many styles, genres, and groups as he can. He has an intense passion for all things music, and he understands how important community and encouragement to learn are to someone's growth as a musician. Nico has played a part in putting together virtual festivals throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting open jams that bring musicians together, and running a revered house venue and artist collective. He is always trying to improve and hopes to push himself and his students to be the best musicians they can be.
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Rita J.
She/her
Piano
Musicologie Certified M2
Rita has been a teacher at heart since childhood. She loves finding patterns and similarities in Western Music and other cultures’ musical forms. She has taught music for over 20 years. Inspired by Daris McCoun, her first piano/organ teacher, she learned theory and improvisation through gospel and classical styles. Rita has taught in the area and in Japan. She welcomes students of many cultures, and wants to learn from them! Rita brings skills in ear-training (Suzuki) and note-reading through several methods, including online resources. She believes every student can find their best way to learn, and tries to match her approach to the needs of any student, any age.
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Teagan A.
She/her
Voice
Musicologie Certified M1
Teagan Amey is a vocalist originally from Cleveland Ohio. She graduated from Otterbein University with a BA in Music for Voice and a BA in Studio Art. She went on to get her masters degree in vocal performance at Kent State University. Presently, she is Co-director of Otterbein Opera Theater and teaches applied voice lessons for the university in Westerville, Ohio. With an emphasis on healthy singing, she hopes to expand her students voices beyond what they thought possible.
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Patrick R.
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Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Bass Guitar
Musicologie Certified M2
Patrick is a seasoned musician from Columbus, Ohio, with 17 years of experience in various music styles. He holds a degree in Jazz Studies/Guitar Performance from Capital University and has studied with renowned musicians like Stan Smith, Zakk Jones, and Tom Davis. His musical influences range widely, from Frank Zappa and King Crimson to Miles Davis or Joni Mitchell. Patrick has played in diverse ensembles and bands, including big bands, jazz combos, and his own bands such as Crabswithoutlegs, Silvia Mori, and Intercurrents. Patrick has won many awards for his performances and compositions. He values musical connections with students and colleagues, and has a strong passion for Jazz, Funk, Progressive Rock, and Metal music.
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Avery L.
Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Avery has 15 years of piano experience primarily in classical music, as well as big band and trio jazz ensembles. Avery studied piano performance for a year at university before transitioning to the pre-med track and obtaining a Neuroscience degree from OSU. Avery has recently jumped back into the world of music and is currently a pianist for the Columbus BalletMet.
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Rosa B.
She/her
Cello, Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Originally from Bolivia, Rosa Balderrama is an accomplished cellist, pianist, and dedicated music educator. Rosa holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in Music Performance. In addition to her primary focus on the cello, she has received piano lessons at the collegiate level, further enriching her musicianship and versatility as an educator. As a passionate educator, Rosa has served as a Graduate Teaching Associate at Ohio State, where she instructed Aural Skills I and II, Music Theory I and II, and Applied Cello courses. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes individual attention and tailored instruction to meet each student's unique needs and foster their musical growth, helping them become the musicians they aspire to be.
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Dylan C.
He/his
Drum Set, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, Bass Guitar, Piano
Musicologie Certified M1
Hello there! So far, my musical journey has been 14 years in the making! After studying music education at Otterbein University, I have been teaching in different capacities for about 5 years, which includes private and public instruction at the high school and collegiate level. I am a professional gigging musician, gigging throughout central Ohio with The Blue Jays Jazz And Funk Band. Since 2018, I've served as their drummer and main vocalist. To summarize my teaching, I always strive to cultivate student discovery, creativity, and above all, love and passion for their instrument! Lastly, I will not only aid my students in growing their musicianship, but will help them grow and mature as individuals as well!
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Jordan W.
Piano, Voice, Violin, Cello
Musicologie Certified M1
Operatic baritone and multi-instrumentalist with international experience. I bring energy, creativity, and a student-centered approach to teaching voice, piano, and strings, helping students grow musically while thinking critically and staying engaged through dynamic, personalized lessons.
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