Cincinnati School of Music

Cincinnati School of Music offers Music Discovery for ages 3-6, private piano lessons for ages 5 and up through adult, private voice lessons, acoustic and electric guitar lessons, private drum instruction, violin, viola, and cello lessons, and flute and clarinet lessons. Lessons are offered seven days a week across four locations, with weekly lessons and recitals throughout the year.

Programs

• Music lessons for children and families — Children and adults; Music Discovery for ages 3-6; private lessons also offered for all ages and skill levels · Weekly lessons; recitals throughout the year; lessons available seven days a week across four locations
• Music Discovery — Ages 3-6 · Children explore music in their lessons before choosing an instrument. No instrument at home is needed, and there is no required home practice.
• Piano lessons — Ages 5 and up through adult · Private piano lessons for all skill levels.
• Voice lessons — All ages · Private voice lessons for all experience levels.
• Guitar lessons — All ages and skill levels · Acoustic and electric guitar lessons.
• Drum lessons — Beginners through advanced students · Private drum instruction.
• Strings lessons — Violin, viola, and cello. Classical through contemporary.
• Wind lessons — School band students and independent learners alike · Flute and clarinet. Also mentions saxophone for adult students.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Private lessons are offered seven days a week across four locations; weekly lessons are the standard cadence; recitals are held throughout the year.
• Facility hours: Mon–Thu 9:00 am–9:00 pm; Fri 9:00 am–7:00 pm; Sat 9:00 am–4:00 pm; Sun 9:00 am–6:00 pm

About the provider

Cincinnati School of Music was founded in 2012 and opened in Olde Montgomery. Its about page says it later grew to four locations and 60+ teachers. It was voted Best of the North for Music Instruction by Cincy Magazine readers for 10 consecutive years. The program welcomes students from Montgomery, Blue Ash, Symmes Township, Kenwood, Indian Hill, Hyde Park, Norwood, and Oakley.

Month-to-month enrollment with no contracts or semester minimums. A $50 registration fee per student is due at enrollment. Lessons are billed monthly based on reserved weekly lesson time. If a lesson is canceled with at least 24 hours' notice, a makeup credit is issued. Recital participation is encouraged but not required. Open-door policy for parents in lessons. Adult lessons are private and available in 30, 45, or 60 minute sessions.

What families say

“Music lessons here have been a game changer for our family. The best thing we have seen is the tremendous growth in the confidence of our children. It is a lifelong gift to give your children, and this is the best place to start.” — Abbie R. · Google Review

“My son has been going there for about 2 years now and he loves his drum lessons! The staff is friendly and his teacher is very attentive to my son's abilities and needs. My son has performed at two recitals and has done an amazing job!” — Ciro C. · Google Review

“We originally started piano lessons 6 years ago with CSM and absolutely adored the entire staff. We found ourselves at another school and returned to CSM. We were met once again with so much care and excellent communication. I'm overjoyed that we found our way back. They are the absolute best.” — Erica F. · Google Review

Last updated October 15, 2026.