Private Lessons

  • Piano

    I teach students ranging from beginner to intermediate, starting as young as three years old. If you’re looking to give your child a head start on their musical education, piano lessons are a great way to go. Learn more here.

  • Horn

    Starting lessons as soon as your student receives their horn is the best way to ensure they learn correct habits right away. As a professional horn player, I have the experience and insight to guide them to success. Learn more here.

Schedule a Trial Lesson

I offer one free half hour lesson to any prospective students who are considering lessons, no strings attached. Give it a try!

 
 

Testimonials

 

“I have had the pleasure of working with Madeleine in both orchestral and private lessons settings, and she has accompanied me numerous times. Madeleine has played an invaluable role in my education. Her creative and holistic approach helped me to always find joy in playing and find new ways to look at things. Madeleine is a wonderful musician, educator, and person.”

— Hannah Kittleson (CMR ‘21, Cincinnati Conservatory ‘25)

“My son has been taking piano lessons with Madeleine for 2 years. I appreciate that he learns great technique and skill in lessons. He really enjoys working with Madeleine!”

— Anna Stremcha

FAQs

  • Just as most students who participate in sports won’t go on to be professional athletes, most students who take lessons won’t go on to be professional musicians. However, just as in sports and academic classes, your student will learn many important lessons about discipline, perseverance, struggle, and success, all while gaining creative skills. Many studies show that students who are involved in music have a higher likelihood for success later in life, and it’s no coincidence that many doctors, lawyers, and professionals in other competitive fields have a musical background.

  • While band directors offer as much individualized instruction for students as they can, there are many benefits to seeking a more personalized approach. One-on-one time with a professional who is experienced at the instrument they are teaching helps the student grow and learn much more quickly and opens the doors to many more opportunities outside of the classroom.

  • For students taking half hour lessons, I recommend at least 20 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

    Practice time depends on many factors, the biggest of which is how quickly the student wants to progress. I’m a big advocate for the “work smarter, not harder” approach. In my lesson notes I aim to give my students specific goals and items to practice to help them practice efficiently.

  • I was in piano lessons starting from age 3, and began horn lessons consistently when I was in 10th grade. I certainly didn’t want to be in lessons for many of those years, but I am so grateful to my parents for not letting me quit.

    I find it extremely important to maintain a high level of performance on instruments that I teach so I can be a good example for my students. I am an active performer on both horn, piano, and organ in Great Falls and around the state.

    As a teacher, I strive to meet each student where they’re at. I recognize that every student has a different learning style and pace, and that each student has different goals. My first and foremost goal is to help my students achieve their highest potential.