Greater Richmond School of Music

Greater Richmond School of Music offers private music lessons, the Instrument Sampler, Young Musician, Guitar Ensemble, Group Piano, and summer camps. Private music lessons are typically recommended beginning at age 6 and meet weekly during each term. Instrument Sampler is a Monday group class for ages 6-11, Young Musician meets on Tuesdays for ages 5-6, and Guitar Ensemble meets on Wednesdays for ages 7-12.

Programs

• Private music lessons — Typically recommended beginning at age 6 · Weekly during each term
• Instrument Sampler — 6-11 · Mondays, 4:30-5:15pm · $25 per session · Group class for beginners with no prior musical experience. Instructor: Alex Kehayas. Location: 9109 Dickey Dr, Mechanicsville.
• Young Musician — 5-6 · Tuesdays, 4:00-4:45pm · $22 per session · Group class for beginners with little to no prior musical experience. Instructor: Saleem Sargent. Location: 9109 Dickey Dr, Mechanicsville.
• Guitar Ensemble — 7-12 · Wednesdays, 5:00-5:45pm · $25 per session · Beginning group guitar class for elementary-aged children. Instructor: Hayes Cummings. Location: 9109 Dickey Dr, Mechanicsville.
• Group Piano — 6-11 · Beginning group piano class designed especially for elementary-aged children.
• Summer camps

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $22–$25 per session

About the provider

Hayes Cummings and Rebecca Cummings are the owners and directors of Greater Richmond School of Music. The school serves Richmond, Mechanicsville, and the surrounding areas. It has been recognized by Richmond Magazine for excellence in children's music classes, enrichment programs, and summer camps. Every member of the faculty holds a degree in music, and Hayes Cummings holds degrees in both classical and jazz music.

Registration is open throughout the year, with tuition prorated based on your start date. Students must be registered before beginning lessons. Lesson availability and scheduling options may be limited once the semester has begun. Recitals each semester are optional but strongly encouraged. Please email [email protected] to schedule a consultation.

What families say

“My son started with group piano lessons at age 6, then continued with private lessons. The GRSM staff are not only gifted teachers, but also warm and friendly. Highly recommended!” — Terri M. Parent

“My daughter has taken Summer Jam Camp, Bass and Violin lessons here and LOVES it. Her instructor matches the lesson to the tone of my daughters learning ability and we move as fast or slow as needed. We have switched to on line lessons due to Covid recently and have not missed a beat! It’s positively amazing to watch her love of music grow. Thank you GRSM!” — Dana A. Parent

“My daughter is in her second year of lessons at this school (6th overall) and we have had two wonderful instructors. Her violin playing is now fairly advanced, but her instructors continue to push her to be better! We are very happy with GRSM.” — Kate F. Parent

Last updated October 28, 2026.