The average age to start a child is six. The main criteria are that the child knows his/her alphabet and can sit still for 20-30minutes.

Yes. You must have an instrument that you are comfortable with. You should bring your Instrument to your lesson each week. (Amps are provided for electric instruments) The only exceptions are with keyboard/piano. Guitars if available can be provided per lesson.

The lessons are held in teaching studios located in Black Box Music Academy (Address). Also sessions can be held via Zoom. When checking out you have the option to select a location of your choice.

Yes, Are virtual sessions are held via Zoom. No account is needed.

The period of time that a student is enrolled in the program varies. The more a person wishes to learn the longer they will take lessons. The basic fundamentals can take about three months to learn on average, however; music is a science that can be studied for a lifetime.

Most teachers require a book for their students to use. In addition, there may be other accessories the student will want in order to progress within his/her studies. (Example: capo, tuner, strap, songbooks, videos)

Yes. You will learn to read music and some music theory. Remember music is a language, just like English, except the musical alphabet, goes only from A to G.

Yes, for students who wish to learn by ear and grow their craft may do so. All instructors are not subject to this, so upon registration ask if your instructor can incorporate your training sessions as well.

Students that are already in the program will have the first choice at new times as they become available. If your schedule changes, let your instructor know and they will give you top priority in moving if an alternative time is available.

Yes, From time to time we try to offer our students the opportunity to “show off” and at the same time give them the experience of playing in public and with other people. We have put students in local parades, had "jam Nights", recitals, and many other events.

No. Every instructor evaluates each student to determine there level of understanding, and then tailors each students plan of study. The most important part of taking lessons is learning to play. Our instructors want you to have a good foundation to build on; however, they do not want to waste your time or theirs.

We will be more than happy to inspect your instrument to see if it is suitable for instruction. (For your convenience, please do this before your lessons are scheduled.)

Yes. Lesson times are not regulated by store hours. Some instructors are available early mornings and some late at night. We will try to accommodate your schedule as much a possible.

Our instructors are always willing to talk to parents about their children. Please feel free to ask your child’s instructor anything about their progress, and know that the instructor is willing to give you periodic updates.

Yes, you may take more than 30 minutes a week, but it may require scheduling more than one lesson a week!

We need to know by the last day of the current calendar month if your enrolled in our packaged plan. We have several ways to do this; you can tell your instructor, tell someone at the front desk, email us at blackboxcollective@outlook.com As soon as we know we can schedule another student from the waiting list.