FAQS

Should I do group or private lessons?
That depends on your motive. Although it is cheaper to learn in a group, you miss out on the benefit of one-one-one interaction where the instructor can fully focus his/her attention on you and answer all your questions thoroughly.

How long will it take to learn how to play an instrument?
It all depends on your prior knowledge of music and how often you play.
BOTTOM LINE: If you follow our teachers' programs and play (notice I didn't say practice) for 15-20 minutes a day, 5 days a week, you will be playing a couple of basic songs within the first month.

What equipment do I need to get started?
Usually the main instrument is all you need. For piano, you can get away with a keyboard, preferably touch sensitive. Drums might be a little more involved, although a practice pad can be purchased relatively inexpensively that can get you started doing basics. Other accessories that aren't absolutely necessary, but highly recommended are picks, and tuner (guitar and bass), metronome, music stand, and a book. BIGEL MUSIC offers beginner packages and also allows students to rent equipment at very reasonable rates.

How old does someone have to be to start lessons?
It depends on the instrument. Children can start learning to play the piano at 4 or 5. For drums and guitar, generally, 8 years old is a good age where the child has enough attention span and finger coordination to start learning how to play an instrument. For band instruments, children usually start around middle school. However, we've taught people of virtually all ages. So there's really no set age that's too young or too old.

What makes you stand out from other instructors and music schools?
At BIGEL MUSIC, all of our teachers are background checked, and virtually everyone of them has a music degree. You can also view their bios at the front of the store and get a sense of their qualifications and personality BEFORE signing up for lessons. In addition, BIGEL MUSIC offers a program that's easy and fun for everyone. By having a vast knowledge of music theory and a variety of styles, we allow students of all levels to be motivated and challenged to make progress and achieve satisfaction from playing an instrument.