There are a variety of private and group music lesson opportunities in the area including Manhattan, Junction City and Wamego. Instrumental or vocal music lessons can be a stepping stone to auditioning for or enrolling in community performance groups and theater workshops, including the Flint Hills Children’s Choir, Manhattan Youth Symphony, C.L. Hoover Opera House in Junction City, Columbian Theatre in Wamego and Manhattan Arts Center.
Flint Hills Academy of Music
Ukulele, guitar, piano, drum, violin and voice
Five professional music instructors provide private and group lessons for ukulele, guitar, piano, drum, violin and voice for all ages. Beyond lessons, special workshops and programs include the Yellow Brick Rock Band and Emerald City Singers.
Wamego | Website
Kindermusik at Peace Lutheran Church
Movement, rhythm and vocal activities
In every Kindermusik class, you’re welcomed into a playful and nurturing environment where your child will experience music of varying styles, genres, and cultures. Classes available for ages 1.5-2.5, 1.5-3.5, 2.5-3 and mixed ages 0-7.
Manhattan | Website
Manning Music
String instruments, brass instruments, piano, guitar and percussion
Several music teachers offer private lessons through Manning Music’s Manhattan location, covering a multitude of popular student instruments. Call (785) 539-5900 for information on connecting with a teacher for a particular instrument.
Manhattan | Website
Miss Emily’s Music School | Rock Star Rebellion
Piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, drum, glee club and rock band
Warning: groovy parents only! This “no-practice” school strives to change the perception of music lessons and make the student successful with or without practicing. A variety of group classes and instruments are available for ages 1.5-3 (with a guardian), 4-7, 7+ and Midlife Crisis Adult Rock Band.
Manhattan and Abilene | Website
String Academy at K-State
Violin, viola, cello, bass and piano
The String Academy is a teacher training program, where student musicians of all ages and experience levels receive exceptional instruction under the guidance of apprentice teachers, supervised by master pedagogues. Opportunities include beginning violin group lessons and private instruction for violin, viola, cello, bass and piano.
Manhattan | Website
Family Ukelele | UFM
Ukelele
This family-friendly class focuses on the basics, technique, learning music and TAB, and chords.
Manhattan | Website
Fiddle 101 | UFM
Fiddle (prior orchestra experience needed)
Do you play the violin and want to venture into the realm of fiddling? Then you don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn the basics of traditional American fiddling. This class is geared toward 7th-grade orchestra students to adults.
Manhattan | Website
Flint Hills Fiddler with Derrick Doty
Traditional fiddle and banjo, mandolin, ukulele, guitar and double bass
Flint Hills Fiddler is ready to help you get playing and excited about it! For over 20 years now Derrick has been fiddling, dancing, and teaching music.
Manhattan | Website
Jed Wymore Music & Instruction
Guitar (electric, acoustic, 12 string and slide), electric bass, mandolin, 5 and 4 string banjos, ukulele, dobro, mountain dulcimer, keyboards, synthesizers
With 40 years of teaching experience and 45 years as a professional musician, Jed Wymore offers private online and in-person lessons in a huge variety of instruments.
Manhattan | Website
Mikaela Nilo
Violin
Private violin lessons are available for 30, 45 or 60 minutes, with a free trial lesson available. After a trial lesson, Mikaela will advise you on what would be the best lesson length for your child depending on their age, concentration threshold, home practice time and repertoire. Beginners 10 and under are also required to participate in monthly group classes.
Fort Riley, Junction City and Ogden | Website
Music Lessons by Melanie Shehata
Piano, ukulele, drums, clarinet, recorder, guitar, bass guitar and beginner voice
In-person and virtual private lessons will prepare students for two annual recitals, a Spring Recital and a Christmas Recital. There are also opportunities for the students to participate in music festivals in and around the area as well as music competitions for middle school/high school age students.
Junction City | Website
Piano Lessons with Beth Green
Piano
With years of experience and a heart for music, Beth teaches with patience and passion, helping students grow in both their musical abilities and their faith.
McFarland | Facebook Flyer | 785-458-9739
Piano Lessons with Kristen at the Little 4 on Osage St
Piano
Having 13 years of lessons experience – accompanying choirs, weddings, funerals, church services, and more, Kristen would be honored in instructing your beginner or returner to piano lessons.
Manhattan | Website
