Business Details
14 Years
experience
Expert Music Lessons in Newington, CT
Founded by Michael Montgomery, Newington Music has been dedicated to providing high-quality music education to the Greater Hartford community since 2012. Our mission is to nurture musical talent across all age groups through personalized instruction in piano, guitar, drums, bass, ukulele, and music production. With decades of combined teaching and performance experience, our instructors employ proven methodologies to develop technical skills and creative expression. We emphasize individualized learning plans, ensuring students progress at their own pace while exploring genres from classical to contemporary.Our facility hosts annual recitals and performance opportunities, including collaborations with local events like the Hartford Yard Goats. We specialize in adaptive teaching for special needs students, combining patience with innovative techniques to make music accessible to everyone. Located in Newington, Connecticut, we offer both in-studio and virtual lessons via Skype and FaceTime to accommodate diverse schedules.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Drum Lessons
Ukulele Lessons
Bass Lessons
Loog Lessons
Music Production
Rock Band Class
Music Composition
Ear Training
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored instruction for students aged 4-64 with diverse learning needs.
- Our instructors have decades of professional performance and teaching experience.
- We provide both in-studio and virtual lessons for flexible scheduling.
- Annual recitals and community performance opportunities build confidence.
- Specialized curriculum includes music theory, ear training, and audition prep.
What people say
Patient teacher
Flexible scheduling
Improvement week to week
Performance opportunities
Affordable rates
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano curriculum develops technical proficiency and musicality through classical, jazz, and contemporary repertoire. Students learn proper hand positioning, sight-reading, and interpretive skills while preparing for recitals and festivals. Instructors use structured method books combined with personalized song selections to maintain engagement. Lessons emphasize foundational theory, ear training, and performance confidence for both children and adults.
Drum Lessons
Drum instruction covers snare rudiments, drum set techniques, and rhythmic independence across rock, jazz, and orchestral styles. Beginners start with grip fundamentals and progress to complex fills and ensemble playing. Advanced students refine speed, dynamics, and improvisation skills while preparing for band auditions or solo performances in our annual recitals.
Guitar Lessons
Guitar programs teach chord transitions, fingerpicking patterns, and scale theory for acoustic and electric players. Courses range from beginner basics to advanced techniques like sweep arpeggios and modal improvisation. Students explore rock, blues, and classical styles while developing reading ability and songwriting skills through customized lesson plans.
Music Production
Production lessons cover digital audio workstations, recording techniques, and composition fundamentals. Students learn arrangement strategies, mixing principles, and industry-standard software through hands-on projects. Curriculum includes creating demo recordings and developing technical proficiency in home studio environments with instructor guidance.
Special Needs Instruction
Tailored programs address diverse learning requirements using modified teaching approaches and assistive technologies. Instructors implement visual aids, simplified notation systems, and sensory-friendly practice methods while maintaining technical standards. Lessons focus on achievable milestones and building self-expression through music for students with developmental challenges.
People
Michael Montgomery
Founder & Music Instructor
Michael studied percussion and piano at The Hartt School, earning a BA in Applied Music. With 40+ years of professional experience, he has performed with regional orchestras and rock bands while teaching at local music schools. He specializes in classical percussion, jazz drumming, and music composition.
Questions
What instruments do you teach?
We offer piano, guitar, drums, bass, ukulele, and music production lessons with specialized curricula for each instrument.
Do you teach special needs students?
Yes, we provide adaptive instruction for students with learning challenges using customized teaching methods and assistive tools.
Are online lessons available?
Yes, we offer virtual lessons via Skype and FaceTime with the same qualified instructors as in-person sessions.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students participate in annual recitals and community events like the Hartford Yard Goats' Newington Night performances.
How do you handle scheduling conflicts?
We offer flexible rescheduling with advance notice to accommodate changing schedules while maintaining lesson consistency.
Do you prepare students for auditions?
Yes, we provide college and regional audition preparation with repertoire selection, technique refinement, and performance coaching.
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