Business Details
24 Years
experience
Expert Music Lessons in Franklin, TN
Founded in 2002 by Andrew Hooker, our mobile music teaching service delivers personalized instruction in Franklin, Fairview, Thompson's Station, and Spring Hill, Tennessee. We specialize in guitar, piano, drums, clarinet, and online lessons through Zoom, catering to students aged 8 and older. Our teaching philosophy combines fundamental music techniques with students' preferred genres, ensuring engaging and effective learning experiences. With instructors holding college degrees or over a decade of professional teaching experience, we emphasize both technical proficiency and musical creativity. Lessons are structured to balance foundational skills like scales, chords, and rhythm with practical application to students' favorite songs.Our state-of-the-art recording studio, The Cave Studios, offers hands-on audio production classes for aspiring producers. By traveling to students' homes or hosting lessons in our studio, we eliminate commute time while fostering a passion for music. Our team's extensive performance and production background, including chart-topping albums and collaborations with renowned musicians, ensures expert guidance. We prioritize student enjoyment and progress, with testimonials highlighting our ability to inspire consistent practice and rapid skill development. With over two decades of service, we remain committed to making high-quality music education accessible and enjoyable.
Services
Guitar Lessons
Piano Lessons
Drum Lessons
Clarinet Lessons
Zoom Music Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We provide mobile lessons taught by instructors with college degrees or 10+ years of professional teaching experience
- Our proprietary teaching method combines fundamentals with students' favorite musical styles
- We offer both in-home and studio lessons with access to professional recording facilities
- Our instructors have performed nationally and produced over 15 albums collectively
- We guarantee student progress through personalized practice routines and song-based learning
What people say
Great teacher
Talented musician
Patient instructor
Convenient home visits
Rapid skill development
Services
Guitar Lessons
We offer comprehensive guitar instruction covering electric, acoustic, and bass guitar. Students learn rock, blues, country, jazz, and pop styles while developing technique, chord transitions, and improvisation skills. Our instructors tailor lessons to individual goals, whether preparing for performances or mastering favorite songs. With both in-home and studio options, students receive personalized guidance that builds both technical proficiency and musical creativity.
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons focus on classical and contemporary styles, emphasizing proper technique, music reading, and ear training. Students learn to play popular and classical repertoire while developing finger dexterity and musical interpretation skills. Lessons accommodate all levels from beginners to advanced players, with structured progressions that maintain student engagement through their favorite musical selections.
Drum Lessons
We teach drum fundamentals including stick technique, rhythm patterns, and musical timing. Students learn to play various genres while developing coordination and reading drum notation. Our approach combines technical exercises with practical application to popular songs, helping students build both skill and confidence. Lessons emphasize proper posture and equipment handling for long-term playing comfort.
Clarinet Lessons
Our clarinet instruction focuses on school band preparation, including breath control, embouchure development, and sight-reading skills. Students receive customized practice routines and materials to improve tone production and technical proficiency. Lessons help students advance within their school music programs while developing proper playing techniques that prevent bad habits.
Zoom Music Lessons
We provide virtual music instruction through Zoom for students outside our service area or with scheduling constraints. Available for guitar, piano, drums, and clarinet, these lessons maintain our high teaching standards using digital tools for real-time feedback. Students need only a computer with webcam and stable internet connection to receive professional instruction from anywhere.
People
Andrew Hooker
Founder & Lead Instructor
Professional musician and educator with 20+ years teaching experience. Graduated from Musicians Institute, produced 15+ albums, and founded The Cave Studios. Specializes in guitar, piano, and music production instruction.
Questions
Do you offer lessons for beginners?
Yes, we teach all skill levels from complete beginners to professional musicians. Our structured approach ensures proper foundation development for new students.
What instruments do you teach?
We offer instruction in guitar, piano, drums, and clarinet. Both in-home and studio lessons are available for these instruments with specialized teaching methods.
Can I choose between home and studio lessons?
Yes, we provide both mobile lessons at your home and studio sessions at The Cave Studios. Both options use the same experienced instructors and curriculum.
What are your lesson durations?
We primarily offer one-hour lessons, with some flexibility for younger students. Our teaching structure divides time between technical fundamentals and practical application to songs.
Do you teach music theory?
Yes, music theory is integrated into all lessons. We cover reading notation, chord structures, scales, and ear training while applying these concepts to students' preferred musical styles.
Are there age requirements for lessons?
We recommend starting piano at age 8 and guitar/drums/clarinet at age 10. Exceptions can be made based on individual readiness, with customized approaches for younger students.
