The Private Lesson School
The Private Lesson School began with a simple idea: that learning music should never feel like a chore or a guessing game. It should feel exciting, personal, and designed around each child’s pace. What started as a small group of teachers visiting students in their homes has grown into a trusted program serving families across California, Pennsylvania, and Maryland.
In this day and age, if you or your child wants to learn an instrument, there are usually two choices. The first is to go to your nearest music store and sign up for lessons, which means driving every week, waiting for your child to finish, and driving home again. The second option is school programs, where your child becomes one of 25 or more students sharing a single instructor. While that can be a fun experience, it rarely gives the personal attention kids need to truly grow.
Private teachers can be difficult to find, and when you do find one, there’s always that question: “Are they qualified?” “Are they good with kids?” “Can I trust them?”
The Private Lesson School removes that worry. We carefully hire, train, and support every teacher who joins our team, ensuring they meet our standards of patience, professionalism, and enthusiasm. Families can rest easy knowing that their child is learning from a teacher backed by our school’s name, philosophy, and reputation.
Today, we’re proud to teach hundreds of students each week, helping them not only play music but also develop a lifelong love for it. With the confidence of knowing your child is in caring, capable hands, you can focus on what truly matters: their musical journey.
Founders' Biography
Every great program begins with a vision.
For The Private Lesson School, that vision started with its founder, Goran Ivanov... an orchestra conductor, musician, and educator who built the school from a simple idea: that music lessons should be something a child should look forward to. Immigrating from Bulgaria, he started teaching music at 14 years old, and later became an orchestra conductor of a Youth Symphony at just 16 years old.
Founders' Biography
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The Private Lesson School
If you’re looking to learn more about our story, you’ve come to the right place.
At The Private Lesson School, every decision we make centers around one goal: to inspire a lifelong love of music in every student we teach. Here, you’ll discover the values that have shaped our journey and the passion that continues to drive us forward.