Learn → Music Lessons

What Do You
Want to Play?

Private instruction from working musicians who actually play. Guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals, and music production — for any age, any skill level.

What We Offer

Private Lessons

All our Teaching Artists are working musicians who serve as mentors — helping students build skills well beyond musicianship.

One-on-One Instruction
Focused, one-on-one time with a Teaching Artist — built around the student's goals at any level. Half-hour or full-hour sessions, scheduled to fit your week.
Book a Lesson →
Sliding-Scale Tuition
Cost should never be the reason a kid can't learn. We offer sliding-scale tuition and scholarship spots so lessons stay within reach — just ask on the form below.
Ask About Sliding Scale →
"Lily looks forward to her lessons each week and feels like she can be her true self with her instructor." — Parent of a Firehouse Student
Our Approach

Student Centered Approach

We meet students where they are and create a safe space to learn, explore, and express. Our method encourages original expression, collaboration, and confidence they'll carry with them outside of the classroom.

Learn → Music Lessons

What Do You
Want to Play?

Private instruction from working musicians who actually play. Guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals, and music production — for any age, any skill level.

What We Offer

Private Lessons

All our Teaching Artists are working musicians who serve as mentors — helping students build skills well beyond musicianship.

One-on-One Instruction
Focused, one-on-one time with a Teaching Artist — built around the student's goals at any level. Half-hour or full-hour sessions, scheduled to fit your week.
Book a Lesson →
Sliding-Scale Tuition
Cost should never be the reason a kid can't learn. We offer sliding-scale tuition and scholarship spots so lessons stay within reach — just ask on the form below.
Ask About Sliding Scale →
"Lily looks forward to her lessons each week and feels like she can be her true self with her instructor." — Parent of a Firehouse Student
Our Approach

Student Centered Approach

We meet students where they are and create a safe space to learn, explore, and express. Our method encourages original expression, collaboration, and confidence they'll carry with them outside of the classroom.

Sign Up

Ready to Start?

Tell us about the student and we'll match you with the right Teaching Artist. Cost is never a barrier — there's a sliding-scale option right on the form.

Our standard lesson plans are 4 Half-Hour Lessons for $150, or 4 Full-Hour Lessons for $250, and $75/month for Riff Rascals Small Group — but we'll work with you to find a price that fits your budget. If you'd like to learn more about sliding-scale pricing, select Yes. Our scholarship program is available to students under the age of 18 who are residents of Birmingham.
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Our Location

412 41st St S, Birmingham, AL 35222, USA

412 41st St S
Birmingham, AL 35222

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Birmingham, AL 35222

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