At the start of the pandemic, the idea of virtual lessons seemed daunting and disappointing to say the least. The value of in-person, hands-on instruction felt impossible to replace in an online, video setting. 

 

And yet, after two years of exclusively virtual lessons, the benefits and successes were an overwhelming surprise!

 

We as teachers give students the tools and knowledge they need to understand their instrument on a much more functional level than just showing them how to play the notes. Without the direct tactile placement of fingers and positioning, students develop a keener sense of note and rhythm acquisition and thus, are able to both learn and retain a variety of musical concepts in a relatively short amount of time. All this has led our students to become increasingly self-guided, motivated, and confident in their ability to learn and play.

 

In addition, and perhaps most importantly, the social, emotional, and creative outlet that online lessons provide for our students is expressed time and again. The inherent joy and fun of learning music in a safe and supportive setting has proven to be an easily overlooked necessity that we think everyone deserves. 

All that to say: YES! Online music lessons actually work!