Music Lessons for Kids in Colorado Springs
Music lessons for kids in Colorado Springs at Silversound Guitar are one-on-one: one teacher, one child, once a week, for 30 or 60 minutes. Kids learn guitar, piano, voice, drums, bass or ukulele at our studio near I-25 and Woodmen Road, or online. The first lesson is free.
New to music lessons? Below are the answers parents ask for first: private or group, which instrument, what it costs and how lessons fit around school.
What Music Lessons for Kids Include at Silversound
Music lessons for kids at Silversound include a weekly private lesson plus extras that come with tuition.
- A weekly one-on-one lesson, 30 or 60 minutes, in the studio or online.
- The Member Portal, with lesson videos, practice assignments and rescheduling from the app.
- Five free workshop classes a week, like songwriting and open jam.
- Youth recitals three times a year, with a professionally edited video of your child’s performance.
Which instruments can kids learn?
Piano
A clear visual layout, and it never needs tuning. Taught on traditional pianos in the studio. Piano lessons for kids
Guitar
Acoustic or electric. Whichever guitar keeps them interested is the right one. Guitar lessons for kids
Ukulele
Soft nylon strings and a short neck for small hands. A decent starter costs about $40. Ukulele lessons
Voice
Pitch, breath control and confidence for choir, school musicals or auditions. Singing lessons for kids
Drums
Student and teacher each get a kit, so kids copy a beat and get feedback right away. Drum lessons for kids
Which instrument should my child start on?
Start with the one your child keeps talking about, because interest is what drives practice. Not sure? Piano and ukulele are the most often recommended first instruments for young kids. Our parent’s guide to choosing a first instrument goes deeper.
Private Music Lessons for Kids or Group Classes?
Music lessons for kids at Silversound are private. Every student gets a weekly one-on-one lesson, and group classes are optional extras where kids play with others.
| Option | Group size | How often | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-on-one lesson | 1 child, 1 teacher | Weekly, 30 or 60 min | From $150 a month |
| Jam class | 4 to 8 kids of similar age and skill | Weekly, 1 hour | In the Performer package, from $200 a month |
| Workshop classes | Open to all students | 5 a week | Free with tuition |
| Group lessons | Small group at a similar level | Ask the front desk | Ask the front desk |
A jam class works like a rock band. Kids of a similar age and musical taste learn songs together and perform three times a year. See rock band and jam classes. Siblings can ask about a family group lesson and family discounts in our group music lessons.
Fitting Kids Music Lessons Into Your Family’s Week
Kids music lessons at Silversound run Monday to Friday from noon to 9 pm and Saturdays from 10 am to 7 pm, so there’s room for an after-school or weekend slot. Your child keeps the same weekly time, and you can reschedule from the app.
- More than 24 hours’ notice: move the lesson within the week, or bank one per four-pack for six weeks.
- Less than 24 hours: the teacher sends a recorded lesson.
- Snow days move online, and holidays come with a recorded lesson.
- No cancellation fees. No-shows are charged.
During the lesson, you and any siblings can relax in our lounge with wifi, refreshments, video games and movies.
Why Colorado Springs Parents Choose Silversound for Kids Music Lessons
Parents choose Silversound for kids music lessons because of who teaches and what happens beyond the lesson.
- Background-checked teachers. Federal and state checks.
- Working musicians. Many play in Colorado Springs bands. Meet the instructors.
- Built around your child. Lessons start with songs they love, and no one gets rushed.
- A real stage. Youth recitals in our own performance space.
About Silversound Guitar, a Colorado Springs Music School for Kids and Families
Silversound Guitar is a music school in north Colorado Springs for children and adults. Owner Mark Young grew up here, earned a music degree at UCCS and started a band in high school, so he knows what keeps a kid playing.
Families come from Rockrimmon, Briargate, Pine Creek, Old Colorado City and beyond to our studio at 6805 Corporate Dr, Suite 158.
Questions Parents Ask About Music Lessons for Kids
What is the best age for a child to start music lessons?
There is no single best age for a child to start music lessons. Silversound instructors have taught students as young as five, and interest matters more than age. Piano and ukulele are common first choices for small hands. Call 719-351-6566 to talk it through.
How much do music lessons for kids cost in Colorado Springs?
Music lessons for kids at Silversound Guitar in Colorado Springs cost $150 a month for four 30-minute one-on-one lessons, or $250 a month for four 60-minute lessons. Adding a weekly jam class starts at $200 a month. The first lesson is free.
Are kids music lessons at Silversound private or in a group?
Kids music lessons at Silversound Guitar are private, with one teacher and one child each week. Optional group classes sit on top of that: weekly jam classes of 4 to 8 kids, and five free workshop classes a week included with tuition.
What happens if my child misses a music lesson?
With more than 24 hours’ notice, your child’s music lesson at Silversound Guitar can move within the same week or be banked for up to six weeks. With less notice, the teacher sends a recorded lesson. There are no cancellation fees, but no-shows are charged.
Professional Instructors
Our music instructors are highly trained and sought after. With years of experience and also being university trained, we still haven’t forgotten our roots.
We invest in our students
To each student and each music lesson, we focus on what makes them unique and what they want to learn. Sign up at Silversound Guitar and experience music lessons and performance in Colorado Springs like nothing you have ever seen!
Silversound Guitar Packs
Player Package
- 4 Pack 30 min Lessons for just $150
- 4 Pack 60 min Lessons for just $250
Performer Package
- 4 Pack 30 min Lesson + Jam Classes for just $200
- 4 Pack 60 min Lesson + Jam Classes for just $300
Producer Package
- 4 Pack 30 min Lesson + Jam + Recording Package for just $350
- 4 Pack 60 min Lesson + Jam + Recording Package for just $450
Add Ons
- Studio Time $45
- Bring a friend $5 Each
