Adult Music Lessons
Austin (Oak Hill)
Respectful. Goal‑driven. Built for busy lives.
Because Music Isn’t Just for Kids
Blue Frog School of Music isn’t just for kids. Adults thrive here—beginners, returning players, and experienced musicians alike. You’ll get clear goals, practical coaching, and a learning environment built on respect, not judgment. Even if you’re starting from scratch, you’ll feel comfortable, supported, and making real progress on music you actually care about.
Who Our Adult Program Serves
- Absolute Beginners: Start from scratch without feeling behind. We move at your pace and keep jargon minimal.
- Returning Musicians: Rebuild fundamentals fast, then dig into the songs and skills you missed the first time.
- Active/Advanced Players: Sharpen technique, expand styles, and get targeted feedback for performance, band work, or recording
No gatekeeping.
No pressure to perform.
Respect and dignity "Always".
We customize your plan using any mix of these tracks:
What You’ll Learn (Choose Your Path)
Foundations Fast‑Track
Technique, rhythm, tone, reading (notation/tab/lead‑sheet) so you can play confidently.
Song‑First Learning
Build a personal setlist. Learn the exact skills each song demands.
Practical Theory & Ear Training
Chords, progressions, harmony, transposing, and learning songs by ear.
Improvisation & Creativity
Riffs, fills, soloing, comping, arranging, songwriting.
Style Expansion
Rock, pop, folk, country, jazz foundations, musical theatre, classical basics, Latin/Afro‑Cuban grooves, and more.
Performance & Recording
Mic technique, stage craft, click & backing tracks, home‑recording basics.
Spanish available:
Our drum instructor is fluent and can teach in Spanish. Stick control, coordination, reading, metronome work, song‑form awareness, and genre grooves (rock, funk, Latin/Afro‑Cuban, jazz basics, etc.).
For kit players and school/concert percussion alike.
Instruments We Teach (Adult Focus)
Piano
- Repertoire (classical to pop), lead‑sheet reading, chordal accompaniment, pedaling & tone, rhythmic confidence, creative arranging.
- Great for songwriters, singers who want to self‑accompany, and returning players rebuilding technique.
voice
- Breath support, resonance, pitch accuracy, diction, healthy belting, interpretation, and stage presence.
- Audition prep, mic technique, and vocal health strategies for lifelong singing.
Guitar (Acoustic/Electric)
- Chords, rhythm & fingerstyle, tasteful lead playing, improvisation, practical theory, learning by ear.
- Band skills: locking with drums/bass, arranging parts, leadership in rehearsal.
Bass (Electric)
- Time feel & groove, fingerstyle/pick, pocket with drums, walking lines, tasteful fills, harmony from the bassist’s chair.
- Perfect for band support, church/worship teams, and home‑studio recording.
Ukulele
- Chords/strumming, fingerpicking, sing‑while‑you‑play, arranging covers, and songwriting.
- Fast wins, portable instrument, fun for lifelong learners.
Flute
- Tone & breath, posture, articulation, reading, phrasing, and expressive playing.
- Gentle, structured guidance for beginners and returners.
FAQs for Adult Learners
No. Adults often progress faster because they focus.
Not to start. We’ll teach what’s relevant for your goals (tabs, chord charts, lead sheets, or notation).
Consistent, focused 20–30 minute sessions beat marathon catch‑ups. We’ll design a plan that fits your life.
Yes for string/ukulele/bass and helpful for piano/keyboard at home. We’ll guide purchases and setup.
Never required. Opportunities are there if and when you want them.
How Lessons Work
What Makes Blue Frog Different
Adult‑ready teachers who communicate clearly and respectfully.
Personalized plans anchored to the music you actually want to play.
Real‑world skills for jamming, recording, church/worship, theatre, or just your living room.
Supportive community with optional recitals—friendly, low‑pressure, and welcoming.
Ready to Begin
Your trial lesson today. Start your musical journey with the teacher who’s right for you.