Business Details
19 Years
experience
Premier Music Lessons in Charlotte & Waxhaw, NC
Musicians In Motion has been a premier music education provider in Charlotte and Waxhaw since 2007. Our mission is to make music accessible to all ages and skill levels through personalized instruction and innovative teaching methods. We specialize in piano, guitar, violin, voice, drums, and ukulele lessons using both traditional and the patented Simply Music Method. Our experienced instructors tailor lessons to individual learning styles while maintaining structured curricula that foster technical proficiency and artistic expression. With flexible options including in-home, studio, and online lessons, we serve South Charlotte, Matthews, Weddington, Indian Land, and Fort Mill.We offer instrument rentals and guarantee satisfaction with a refund policy for unsatisfied first lessons. Our team includes professionally trained musicians with decades of combined teaching experience, many holding advanced degrees and certifications. We emphasize creativity through programs like Kidzrock band classes and Music Funtime for early childhood development. Regular recitals and summer camps provide performance opportunities, while our drop-in scheduling accommodates changing routines. With over 150 five-star reviews, we pride ourselves on nurturing musical growth in a supportive environment.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Violin Lessons
Voice Training
Drum Instruction
Ukulele Lessons
Group Classes
In-Home Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Music Theory
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Experienced instructors with 6-25 years teaching experience
- Offer both traditional and Simply Music Method approaches
- Provide satisfaction-guaranteed first lesson policy
- Include instrument rentals for beginners
- Combine technical training with creative expression
What people say
Fantastic teacher
Improving quickly
Patient and soft spoken
Thriving under guidance
Highly recommend
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced students. We offer both traditional reading-based instruction and the innovative Simply Music Method that gets students playing recognizable music immediately. With experienced instructors like Thomas Evans (6 years teaching experience) and Valarie Valois (professional concert pianist), students develop technical proficiency while exploring genres from classical to jazz. Lessons focus on posture, finger technique, music theory, and performance skills through weekly practice routines tailored to individual learning styles and goals.
Guitar Lessons
Guitar instruction covers acoustic, electric, and bass guitar for students aged 7+. Our teachers like Thomas Saunders (30+ years experience) and Chad Harris (professional performer) teach chord progressions, strumming patterns, and music theory across genres from rock to classical. Beginners start with proper hand positioning and basic chords while advanced students explore improvisation and complex techniques. We recommend starting with electric guitars for easier playability and offer instrument rental options to help students begin without significant upfront investment.
Violin Lessons
Violin instruction begins at age 5 with proper posture and bowing techniques. Certified instructors like Dennis Contreras (Northwestern University graduate) guide students through finger placement, tone production, and music reading. Lessons incorporate both classical training and modern applications, with performance opportunities available through recitals. We emphasize proper instrument sizing for children and offer rental options while students develop sufficient strength and technique for full-sized instruments.
Voice Training
Our vocal instruction focuses on breath control, pitch accuracy, and performance technique for all music styles. Teachers like Cherrie Badajos Cruz (20+ years experience) help students develop proper vocal warm-ups, expand vocal range, and master microphone technique. Lessons include song interpretation, stage presence, and audition preparation for musical theater and contemporary genres. We accommodate both children (starting age 6) and adult learners with customized lesson plans addressing specific vocal goals and challenges.
Group Rock Band
This interactive program for ages 6-10 combines guitar, drums, and piano instruction in a band setting. Students learn songs together, develop timing and listening skills, and experience live performance through regular recitals. The curriculum includes jam sessions and stage performance training while maintaining individualized attention within the group format. Monthly tuition includes rehearsal time and performance opportunities that build confidence and collaborative musicianship in a fun, engaging environment.
People
Thomas Evans
Piano and Cello Instructor
6-year teaching veteran with classical training from Dr. Mira Frisch and Alison Crum master classes. Performs weekly with praise bands and orchestras while maintaining a student-centered teaching approach that adapts to individual learning styles.
Garrett Davenport
Piano Instructor
19-year piano veteran with 12 years teaching experience. Specializes in personalized learning through song selection and composition, balancing technical training with creative expression for students aged 6+.
Cherrie Badajos Cruz
Voice Instructor
20+ year entertainment industry veteran with theater performance experience. Focuses on vocal technique, audition preparation, and performance confidence for singers of all ages using personalized lesson plans.
Dennis Contreras
String Instruments Instructor
Northwestern University graduate with master's in music. Teaches violin, guitar, and double bass across classical, bluegrass, and jazz genres while performing with Charlotte Symphony and Bluegrass Allstars.
Thomas Saunders
Guitar Instructor
Self-taught guitarist with 30+ years experience spanning blues to Latin styles. Combines performance expertise from NYC bands with patient instruction tailored to students' musical interests and learning pace.
Questions
What instruments do you offer lessons for?
We provide instruction for piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, violin/viola, and ukulele with both private and group lesson options available.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes, we specialize in working with beginners of all ages using introductory methods tailored to different learning styles and developmental stages.
Are online lessons available?
Live online instruction is offered for all instruments with experienced instructors maintaining interactive and effective virtual learning environments.
What age can children start lessons?
We accept students starting at age 3 through adult learners, with specialized teaching approaches adapted for different developmental stages.
Do you offer instrument rentals?
Yes, we provide rental options for violins, keyboards, acoustic/electric guitars, and amps to help beginners start without large upfront costs.
What happens if a lesson is missed?
Teachers provide virtual lessons or assignments for missed sessions to maintain progress without requiring schedule changes for makeup lessons.
