Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Take an Examination Audition?
For Private Lessons, an audition is not necessary. For our Real Rock Band program, though, an audition is an absolute.
Do You Offer Summer Schools?
We have Real Rock Band & Private lessons year-round.
Can I Change My Program of Study Midway Through My Course?
Yes! But we ask for some flexibility on this as we may need to rearrange to a new teacher if the switch of instruments are not one your current teacher is knowledgeable in. A 30-day notice is required for a switch like this.
Do You Offer Scholarships/Financing?
Be Natural Music has fiscal sponsorship from The William James Association! This allows us to provide youth musicians with financial scholarships for Real Rock Band, Private Lessons, Summer Camps, & Group Classes.
How Old Do I Have to Be to Apply?
Our piano, sax, vocal, and drum teachers will teach students as young as 5. Our guitar & bass teachers will teach students as young as 8.
Will the School Help Me Promote My Band/Album?
If you have a poster to share with us we will sometimes put them up on our windows!
How Do I Apply?
Do I Need a Piano at Home to Take Piano Lessons?
It is strongly recommended for any instrument that you are taking lessons on to have that same instrument available to you at home to practice!
Will I Need to Bring My Own Instrument or Will You Provide Me With the Same?
It is strongly recommended for any instrument you wish to take lessons in to have that same instrument available to you at home to practice! That being said, we house drumsets & keyboards here at our school for students taking lessons on those instruments; on all other instruments students are required to bring their own.
Can I Just Take One Month of Lessons?
Absolutely! Just let the Office Manager know that you are only interested in a specific duration of lessons, whether they be for only a month or only two months.
Can I Opt For Private Lessons?
Yes! We offer Private Lessons in Bass, Guitar, Vocals, Ukulele, Piano, Percussion, & Saxophone.
Can We Take Lessons Every Other Week Instead of Every Week?
Our school offers twice-monthly tuition.
What Is the Easiest Way to Memorize Guitar Chords?
By practicing them every day and saying the name chord out loud while playing it.
How Many Guitar Lessons Do I Need?
It depends on your goals. If you're a beginner, it's good to get weekly lessons for years to come.
Should I Learn to Play Acoustic or Electric Guitar First?
In general, electric is usually the easiest to start with because the neck and strings will be thinner and the action low enough to make it easier to play.
Do You Accept Students of Any Level of Ability?
Attentive and up. (age 5+)
Which Piano Is Best for Beginners?
An electric keyboard from Costco is usually a good first piano.
Will I Need to Buy a Drumset?
If you're taking lessons or playing drums in a band, then yes, you are required to own your own instrument so that you can practice at home. If an acoustic kit is too loud for your home, you can always get an electric kit and use headphones.
Do Vocal Lessons Actually Help?
Absolutely. As a vocalist, it's always good to take lessons with a one-on-one instructor, as they can help you with your pitch corrections, timing, phrasing, breathing and good use of your diaphram.
Can I Teach Myself Bass Guitar?
There are a lot of tutorials for bass lessons on line, so yes, you can get started, but having a personal instructor is always best.