Business Details
25 Years
experience
Music Lessons for All Ages in Petaluma
At Petaluma School of Music, we have dedicated ourselves to fostering musical growth and community connection since 2001. Our mission is to provide a welcoming environment where students of all agesfrom infants to seniorscan explore their musical potential through personalized instruction and collaborative experiences. With a team of professional, college-educated instructors, we offer private lessons in piano, strings, voice, brass, woodwinds, and percussion, as well as group classes tailored to different age groups and skill levels. We prioritize both technical excellence and creative expression, ensuring students enjoy their journey while achieving their goals.Our commitment to safety and accessibility is reflected in our flexible virtual and in-person lesson options, adherence to health protocols, and use of air purifiers in classrooms. We take pride in organizing annual student concerts and community events, celebrating the transformative power of music. As a locally rooted institution, we strive to be a musical haven for Petaluma residents, emphasizing inclusivity, innovation, and lifelong learning.
Services
Private Music Lessons
Group Music Classes
Virtual Music Lessons
Voice Lessons
Instrumental Instruction
Student Concerts
Ukulele Classes
Piano Lessons
Rock Band Ensembles
Music Theory
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer music instruction for students aged 4 months to 99 years.
- Our instructors are professional musicians with college degrees in music.
- We provide both virtual and in-person lessons with strict safety protocols.
- We organize annual student concerts for performance experience and community engagement.
- Our curriculum includes specialized group classes for toddlers, kids, and adults.
What people say
Amazing instructors
Great for all ages
Flexible virtual options
Engaging group classes
Community-focused events
Services
Private Music Lessons
Personalized music instruction tailored to individual goals and skill levels. Students receive focused attention from professional instructors in piano, strings, voice, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Lessons accommodate all ages and experience levels, from beginners to advanced musicians seeking technical refinement or performance preparation.
Group Music Classes
Collaborative classes designed for different age groups and interests. Options include baby/toddler music exploration, young musicians' foundational training, adult piano/ukulele groups, and rock band ensembles. Classes emphasize social interaction, rhythmic development, and basic music theory through interactive activities and group performances.
Virtual Music Lessons
Remote music education accessible from any location. Virtual lessons maintain the same quality of instruction as in-person sessions, using digital platforms for real-time interaction with instructors. This option provides flexibility for students who prefer learning from home or have scheduling constraints that make physical attendance challenging.
Student Concerts
Annual performance opportunities for students to showcase their progress. The school organizes spring and winter concerts featuring solo and group performances across various instruments and genres. These events build confidence, foster community connections, and provide tangible goals for students' practice and development throughout the year.
Music Theory Instruction
Comprehensive music theory education integrated with practical instruction. Students learn reading notation, rhythmic patterns, harmonic structures, and composition fundamentals. Theory lessons enhance overall musicianship, enabling better interpretation of sheet music and improved composition skills for songwriting and creative projects.
People
Melody Caspari
Owner/Director
Melody Caspari, owner and director since 2012, holds a Bachelor of Music in Opera from CSU Long Beach and trained at Stella Adler Studio in NYC. She teaches voice, beginning piano, and ukulele while leading the school's vision.
Andrew Cedeo
Instructor
Andrew Cedeo, with a BA in Vocal Performance from Sonoma State University, specializes in voice and piano instruction. His teaching approach combines technical precision with expressive performance techniques for students of all levels.
Avery Okamura
Instructor
Avery Okamura, holding a BA in Music from Sonoma State University, teaches classical guitar, electric guitar, and ukulele. With expertise in multiple genres, Avery provides comprehensive guitar instruction tailored to individual student interests.
Bonnie Schiada Maddox
Instructor
Bonnie Schiada Maddox, a University of the Pacific Bachelor of Music graduate, instructs trombone, trumpet, clarinet, flute, saxophone, and percussion. Her diverse instrumental expertise supports well-rounded music education for students exploring various brass and woodwind instruments.
John Shebalin
Instructor
John Shebalin, with a BA in Music from UC Santa Cruz and an MFA in Jazz Performance from Cal Arts, teaches guitar, ukulele, drums, and piano. His jazz background enriches instruction with improvisation techniques and contemporary music approaches.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for music lessons?
We teach students from 4 months old to seniors, offering age-appropriate instruction for every stage of life.
Do you offer both virtual and in-person lessons?
Yes, we provide flexible options including virtual lessons and in-person sessions with safety protocols.
What instruments can I learn at your school?
We offer instruction in piano, strings, voice, brass, woodwinds, percussion, guitar, ukulele, and more.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
We organize annual spring and winter concerts for students to showcase their progress in a supportive environment.
What safety measures are in place for in-person lessons?
We require masks, provide hand sanitizing stations, maintain HEPA air purifiers, and follow strict cleaning protocols.
Do you have group music classes available?
Yes, we offer group classes for toddlers, young musicians, adults, and rock band ensembles.
