Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Music Lessons for All Ages in Santa Rosa
Founded in 1968, Cheryl Teach Music has dedicated over five decades to transforming lives through personalized music education. Our approach combines decades of professional experience with a deep understanding of individual learning needs, ensuring students of all ages and abilities find joy in musical expression. We specialize in customized instruction across 30+ instruments, emphasizing accessibility for beginners and differently abled learners. Our teaching methodology, developed through years of performance and pedagogical expertise, focuses on building technical skills while nurturing personal creativity.With a commitment to community impact, we offer flexible lesson formats and financial assistance programs to ensure music education remains accessible to all. Our team maintains active memberships in multiple professional music associations, reflecting our dedication to educational excellence.
Services
Music Lessons
Voice Instruction
Piano Lessons
Guitar Instruction
String Instruments
Woodwind Lessons
Brass Instruction
Percussion Training
Online Lessons
Group Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of proven music instruction expertise
- Our customized teaching approach accommodates all learning abilities
- We provide lessons for 30+ different musical instruments
- Our flexible scheduling includes private and shared lesson options
- We maintain active memberships in five major music education associations
Associations and certifications
- Music Teachers National Association
- National Flute Association
- National Association of Music Merchants
- New Horizons International Music Association
- California Association of Professional Music Teachers
What people say
Great teacher
Positive attitude
Improved skills
Loves lessons
Confidence boost
Services
Music Lessons
Personalized music instruction tailored to individual learning styles and goals. Our experienced instructors guide students through technical development while nurturing creative expression. Lessons accommodate all skill levels from absolute beginners to advanced musicians seeking refinement.
Voice Instruction
Comprehensive vocal training focusing on breath control, pitch accuracy, and performance techniques. Lessons emphasize healthy vocal production while developing individual artistic interpretation across multiple musical genres.
Piano Lessons
Structured piano instruction covering reading music, finger technique, and musical interpretation. Students learn classical foundations while exploring contemporary styles. Lessons include performance preparation and sight-reading development.
Guitar Instruction
Guitar lessons covering acoustic and electric techniques, chord progressions, and solo playing. Instruction includes music theory application and stylistic development across rock, classical, and folk traditions.
Online Lessons
Interactive remote music instruction using high-quality audio/video technology. Maintains personalized approach while offering scheduling flexibility. Includes digital resources and progress tracking tools for continued development between sessions.
People
Cheryl Franklin
Owner/Teacher
Music educator with 50+ years experience, teaching since 1968. Holds memberships in five national music associations. Specializes in adaptive instruction for diverse learners. Developed unique teaching methodology emphasizing musical joy and accessibility.
Questions
What instruments do you teach?
We offer instruction on 30+ instruments including piano, guitar, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.
Do you teach beginners?
Yes, we specialize in teaching absolute beginners of all ages with customized instruction methods.
Are online lessons available?
Yes, we offer interactive virtual lessons with the same personalized approach as in-person sessions.
What lesson durations do you offer?
We provide 30-minute, 45-minute, and immersion session options to suit different learning needs.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes, our Special Donations Fund provides subsidized lessons for qualifying low-income students.
What teaching experience do you have?
Our instructor has 50+ years of teaching experience and maintains active memberships in multiple professional music associations.
