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Private Music Teacher

 
Background
A private music teacher gives one-to-one or small group lessons to students of different ages and abilities, teaching them how to play instruments or sing. They plan lessons, demonstrate techniques, set practice tasks, and give feedback to help their students improve. Most private music teachers work from home, a music studio, or travel to students' homes.
Similar Roles
Publications
Music Teacher MagazineThe Strad
Books
The Art of Teaching MusicHow to Teach Music to Young ChildrenThe Practice Revolution
Movies
Mr. Holland's OpusWhiplash
Key Figures
Itzhak PerlmanYo-Yo MaLang LangJoni Mitchell
Classification
SIC Code0, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference780.71, 371.1For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Music TutorMusic InstructorPrivate Music InstructorMusic Coach
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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