About
Santa Monica Conservatory of Music offers private music lessons for children and adults, with weekly 30-, 45-, or 60-minute lessons in 20 different instruments. It also offers Conservatory Strings, Junior Strings, Cello Choir, Guitar Ensemble, Musical Theater, Santa Monica Music Camp, and lessons in baritone horn, bass, violin, bassoon, and brass.
Programs
- Private Music Lessons — children and adults; free trial lesson for kids only; courtesy for young students 18 and under · weekly 30, 45, or 60-minute lessons · Offered in 20 different instruments; tuition rates are monthly.
- Conservatory Strings — Multi-level ensemble program.
- Junior Strings — Multi-level ensemble program.
- Cello Choir — Multi-level ensemble program.
- Guitar Ensemble — Multi-level ensemble program.
- Musical Theater — Multi-level ensemble program.
- Santa Monica Music Camp
- Baritone Horn Lessons
- Bass Lessons
- Violin Lessons
- Bassoon Lessons
- Brass Lessons
At a glance
- Ages: 0–18 years old
- General schedule: Weekly private music lessons; multi-level ensemble programs; music camp; family concerts.
- Facility hours: Monday-Friday 11am - 7pm; Weekends 8am - 2pm
About the provider
Santa Monica Conservatory of Music was founded in 2002 as the Santa Monica Cello Studios and became the Santa Monica Conservatory of Music in 2010. John Redfield is the Founder/Director. The mission is to create the best possible environment for music learning and personal growth. The school is regarded as one of the most influential music schools for local K-12 students.
Free trial lesson for kids only. Young students 18 and under may request a free trial lesson. Tuition rates are monthly for both children and adults.
Last updated October 7, 2026.
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