Londonderry Violin Lessons, Viola & Cello Lessons
Violin Lessons, Cello Lessons, Viola Lessons for Kids Teens, and Adults
Situated between Manchester and Derry, Londonderry has 2 great options for violin, cello, viola lessons, choose the right location for you! Study strings at Let’s Play Music and develop as a well-rounded musician not just a violin player. Not only do we teach proper bowing, intonation, and expression, you will be able to play in a variety of settings including a folk ensemble, solo recitals, violin competitions, and even perform in a rock band. You can study classical, fiddling, jazz violin and more. Our instructional methods draw from many methods and approaches including the Suzuki method.
Material for students is selected with the goal of enhancing the student’s natural capabilities while making concepts fun and accessible. Our instructors are proficient in different musical styles and can accommodate a variety of interests and goals. What makes our approach unique is that our students begin learning about all aspects of strings from the start, including improvisation, arranging, note reading, chords, scales, and more.
Private music lessons generally start at age 6 and up! Let’s Play Music offers private lessons on all instruments and voice as well as instrument rentals. Lessons are open enrollment, meaning you can start at any point of the month, and are offered Mondays through Saturdays.
Private lesson instruments include:
Piano
Guitar, Bass
Voice
Drums
Ukulele
Violin, Cello, Viola
Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn
Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet
Accordion
Mandolin, Banjo
Private lesson tuition is based on a 4-week month and starts at $140/mo., In addition, our vibrant music community offers young musicians an opportunity to make music with, and for others, with numerous performance opportunities, including recitals and an annual event, The New England Music Festival and Competition. Additionally, we have an incentive-based Music Mastery Achievement system, a rock band program, choral group opportunities, and more!
Now is the perfect time to learn an instrument! Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, we can meet you where you’re at! Our professional instructors set the tone for a supportive, and nurturing learning environment. Learn from traditional methods, or from…. Or a combination of both! It’s your call, and we’ll guide you every step of the way. Private lesson tuition is based on a 4-week month and starts at $140/mo.
Private lesson instruments include:
Piano
Guitar, Bass
Voice
Drums
Ukulele
Violin, Cello, Viola
Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn
Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet
Accordion
Mandolin, Banjo
Joining group programming at Let’s Play Music is a great way to build a musical community for you or your child while enhancing the overall music experience and developing musical skills. Our experience shows that when students make music with others, their enthusiasm soars, they practice harder, and they are much more likely to be successful with their music goals. Dynamic group programs for kids and teens includes:
Music Labs
Music labs are weekly 1 hour group lessons available at Let’s Play Music. We currently have labs for piano, drums, and guitar available. Music labs are perfect for students who thrive in a group setting! We offer various group classes for students of similar age and skill level. During these group lessons, students learn technique, theory, and music fundamentals in a fun and supportive environment!
Rock Bands & Choral Groups
We have over a dozen rock & choral groups that meet weekly to accommodate different ages and playing levels. Because these bands meet frequently, students learn quickly how to play with others while developing performance skills and social opportunities. In addition to community venues, we feature our bands at our annual showcase and at the New England Music Festival.
Musical Theater
In this weekly group class, students work on team-building skills by learning choreographed dances and scenes as well as group vocal harmonies. They also advance their individual techniques by performing monologues and vocal solos. Students learn about the audition process used for theater and become confident in their ability to audition and perform for others.
Join the fun while making new friends- our classes will be the highlight of you and your little one’s week!
Kidzrock | Ages 4-7
Capture your child’s interest in music with the internationally acclaimed Kidzrock program now at Let’s Play Music! This class inspires kids, ages 4-7, to fall in love with music through energizing rock beats and playing with others. By using modified instruments and a child friendly curriculum, we are able to make Rock ‘n Roll dreams come true!
Your child will get hands-on experience with guitar, drums, keyboards, and vocals. Let them enjoy the magic of making music with friends while building music appreciation and the foundation for private lessons!
This class meets weekly and is $99 per month. Click here to view our schedule!
Kindermusik & Music Rhapsody | Ages Newborn – 4
Having fun is just the beginning! Kindermusik provides engaging musical learning experiences during the years most critical to brain development. This music-filled class celebrates the unique joys of your growing child. Each week your child will love singing, dancing, and playing instruments with you and her new friends and you’ll love helping her practice a wide variety of abilities such as gross and fine motor skills, turn-taking, social skills, and active listening.
This class meets weekly and is $99 per month. Click here to view our schedule!
Tuition is based on a 4 week month and is billed monthly. All programs are open enrollment and can be joined at any time during the month.
Weekly Private Lessons
- 30 Min Private Lesson Tuition | $140 per month
- 60 Min Private Lesson Tuition | $260 per month
- 90 Min Private Lesson Tuition | $380 per month
- 120 Min Private Lesson Tuition | $499 per month
Weekly Group Lessons
- 1 Hour Instrument Lab | $140 per month
- Kindermusik & Music Rhapsody Classes | $99 per month | $150 for 2 children
- Kidzrock Classes | $99 per month
- Art Classes | $99 per month
Additional Services
- Instrument Rentals | $30 (and up) per month
- Rock Bands & Choral Groups | $40 per month
- Trial Private Lesson | $35
- Trial Group Class | $24.75
What Makes our Program great
Our program is designed with your needs in mind! Additionally, our methods are implemented studio-wide, so regardless of which instructor you have, you can be assured that the learning experience you’re getting is up to standard. All of our instructors are vetted for not only their musical knowledge, but their ability to develop a strong with students. We seek to ensure that students are matched with teachers who can inspire and engage, and we follow-up to be sure the chemistry is just right!
All of our educators are exceptional at what they do- making music fun while providing the best atmosphere for musical growth.
Each teacher works with students to set attainable goals and customize students’ learning experience to their needs.
Let’s Play Music & Make Art has worked hard to develop a learning environment that provides robust group programming and community for optimal musical growth.
Our experience shows that wehen students make music with others, their enthusiasm soars, they practice harder, and they are much more likely to be successful with their musical goals.
That’s why in addition to private and group lessons, we offer rock bands, choral groups, and more for students of all ages and all levels and frequently perform together at local family friendly community venues.
Celebrate your musical progress and wear your accomplishments proudly with our Music Mastery Levels! During the first two years of lessons, students can earn wrist bands when they reach music goals on their instrument or voice. Students have opportunities to earn multiple promotions as they move through the levels until they achieve Gold Level status.
Our studio offers semi-annual recitals, participation in local competitions, band shows, and fun performance opportunities! Participating in recitals and competitions help students gain confidence and work harder to achieve their musical goals. Sharing your hard work and musical talent with others boosts confidence!
We’ve spent years developing our lesson program into the best it can be! Our methods have been proven to bring students success and help to develop a love and appreciation for music. Our lesson program has been repeatedly voted best in the greater Derry and Manchester area and our methods are published worldwide.
About/FAQ
Let’s Play Music & Make Art has been offering excellence in music education in the Southern, NH community since 1993. Our family run studios in Manchester, Derry, and Hudson NH offer a creative, fun and encouraging learning environment for students to succeed in their musical education. We don’t just offer lessons, we offer a vibrant musical community with opportunities for students to grow and fall in love with music!
Academic Performance
Proven to improve all around academic performance as well as increase grade average.
Cognitive Development
Music education can help to develop discipline, patience, memory, and critical thinking skills as well as prevent cognitive decline.
Gain Confidence
Let’s Play Music & Make Art creates a safe environment where growth, creativity, confidence, and social skills are nurtured while having fun!
Enrollment is simple and easy! All of our lessons and classes are open enrollment, which means you can join at any time as long as there is an available spot.
We offer lessons and classes all year round and have availability Monday – Saturday. We understand that life is busy… That’s why our office works with you to try and find the best possible time and day for you.
To enroll, simply give us a call at (603)425-7575 or fill out or Enrollment Request Form
We teach all students more than just simply how to “play” their instrument. We provide all students (beginner – advanced) with a well-rounded music education while fostering creative expression and music appreciation. Lessons incorporate music theory, technique building, ear training, and overall musical understanding. All students are encouraged to participate in our additional programming (theory classes, recitals, ensembles, & more), created to enhance students’ musical growth.
Students also get the opportunity to play and perform songs and styles of their choosing right from the start! From Disney classics, to pop, to rock, we will make sure you’re working on pieces that interest you!
- Place the focus on a fun, encouraging and positive experience with your music lessons.
- Make music with others! Group programming brings a fun and social aspect to lessons and greatly enhances skill level.
- Play styles and genres that interest you. Learning material that you are not passionate about can be boring and discouraging. Be sure to communicate your preferences to your instructor.
- Set goals. Having a goal to work towards, such as, performing in a recital, learning a catchy riff, or participating in a competition greatly increases playing level.
- Work with your instructor for tips on how to make practicing fun and productive.