Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Mobile Music Academy’s office is located in Lebanon, TN. We contract with instructors throughout the Middle TN area.

In addition to our private instruction on a variety of instruments, we also offer group music classes as well as, several daytime options for Homeschool Groups and classes for schools to enhance their music programs.

Starting age can vary depending on the instrument as well as the child. Some instruments are just too big for a young child to hold. A good place to start is that the student at least knows their letters, right from left, and has the ability to pay attention for a 30 minute lesson.

The instructor will contact you to introduce themselves and schedule your lesson time. During that first call, the instructor will discuss what you are looking to accomplish through your lessons and will answer any questions about the lesson plan that you may have. MMA office staff will be available to answer any other questions you may have.

Every instructor goes through an interview process and (we have run a) background check.

Really, it just depends on the circumstances. Typically, we start within a couple of days but we have started as early as the same day.

Yes, you can change the details of your lessons at any time. Typically you can arrange this with your teacher or contact the MMA office and we will assist you. Be sure that you give them at least a 24 hour notice prior to the lesson to avoid being charged for a Lesson Day Cancellation. Please keep in mind that sometimes the same teacher will not be able to do a day or time change, if that occurs we can set you up with another great teacher.

Some teachers are able to reschedule lessons while others are not. Please talk to your teacher regarding rescheduling lessons.

Generally, lessons are taken once per week, on a weekly basis.

We suggest that you do have your own instrument. Practice is the main ingredient for success and there is no way to practice without your own instrument. If you need guidance on what type of instrument to buy please contact us.

The short answer is YES! Studies show that the main difference between students who learn to play an instrument and those who don’t is Practice Time. Though innate ability helps, practice is the key to success as a musician. It will be common for students of all ages to go through times that they do not want to practice as much. The instructor will work with the student to help refocus them at these times. We suggest that you set a practice schedule that the student follows every week. This will build in the consistency that will lead to success. Some children may have to be told to practice, this is a normal part of the process. Some of the beginning stages of learning an instrument are not that exciting. Those who practice will quickly move through these stages quickly and be able to play more enjoyable songs earlier on than those who do not.

You control your own results! Practice is the main ingredient for success. Remember, you want to learn to play an instrument and practice is simply playing with a purpose!

Individual instructors may have recitals as well as occasional companywide recitals, depending on location. Some instruments take longer to study before it is appropriate to participate in a recital.

Each Instructor will evaluate the needs and goals of the student. They will then customize a lesson plan to meet those needs and goals.

Yes, we give a free 30 minute lesson for each family that is referred. (some limitations may apply)