When children take up music instruction, they’re not just learning notes—they’re developing coordination, confidence and communication skills. In fact, students engaged in regular private music lessons are 33 percent more likely to pursue higher-level music coursework later on. That growth potential lies behind what the Best of the Best recognizes in local music instruction providers: programs that pair quality teaching, diverse instruments and accessible environments.
Let There Be Rock Schools positions itself as more than a traditional lesson studio—students from age five to adult learn guitar, drums, vocals, bass, piano and more, and may join a band, write original songs and perform live. Their curriculum spans classic rock to current favorites while offering audio-recording and production options. For learners who want gear, performance and peer connection in one package, this program offers a rock-school experience with serious instruction and community energy.
Duet With Music serves Frederick as a full-line music store and lesson center. In addition to instrument sales, repair and rentals, they provide private and group lessons with qualified instructors across piano, guitar, vocals and wind instruments. Their emphasis on supporting local musicians and offering broad access for learners of varying ages and skill levels gives them a robust presence in Frederick’s music-education ecosystem.
Make N Music presents itself as a longstanding local music-store institution—originally a mom-and-pop shop turned large instrument and lesson-provider. They offer lessons, rentals, repairs, and sales of new and used instruments including guitar, bass, drums and more. The dual role of instrument-retailer plus lesson-facility reflects a full-service model: pick your gear, get instruction, follow through with practice—and they claim to serve learners of all levels.
Music & Arts brings national scale to the Frederick region while operating as a local lesson-and-instrument hub. The store offers instrument sales, rentals for school band and orchestra, private lessons for every age and background, and repair services. As a one-stop music-education resource, they serve parents, students and educators looking for continuity from beginner to intermediate stage. Their local presence supports both casual learners and those committed to sustained progress.
Music Together: Finding Our Voice specializes in early-childhood family music classes (birth through age eight) that bring caregivers and children together in musical activity. Their mixed-age classes, rhythm-kids sessions and focus on voice and movement help younger children build early musicality, social connection and developmental readiness. For families starting young or wanting a more interactive, inter-generational music experience, this program delivers an engaging early-childhood path into music.
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