Learn To Play an Instrument or Sing

We are happy to offer private and group lessons for Beginner to Advanced Piano, Guitar, Drums/Percussion, Trombone, Beginner to Advanced Violin, Vocals, Beginning Ukulele, and Bass Guitar. We offer lessons for ages 6 thru Adult. We also offer Music Theory and Composition instruction as well.

Best way to learn music is with one-on-one, private instruction. Each lesson is tailored individually, for the way the student learns best. We take into account age, experience, personality, and learning style. We teach ages 6 – adult! It’s never “too late” to learn how to play music. We offer music lessons for students of all ages and abilities, from beginners to very advanced students.  We offer every style of lessons from classical to jazz and pop. 

Develops Creativity & Imagination Power

Every art form compels you to create with your imagination. The same is the case with music. You develop your ability to think beyond the realities in front of you. Your problem-solving techniques become more innovative and experimental.

Improves Intellect & Memory Power

You need to recognize different lyrics, tones, and sounds. Thus, in the process of learning music, you enhance your reasoning skills, phonetics, and knowledge of the language. Learning all this new information and remembering them naturally sharpens your memory and intellect.

Teaches the Value of Discipline

Increased discipline & persistence is one of the major benefits of music learning, especially for kids. They become more aware of the importance of attending lessons and practicing. It takes time to master the art of music. When you patiently wait to grasp the correct note and tune, it leads to increase in your persistence.

About Leonid Tsoy

Leonid Tsoy is a distinguished musician with a versatile portfolio, excelling as a violinist, pianist, organist, singer, and composer-arranger. With over 20 years of performance experience, he has graced stages worldwide and showcased his talents in various countries. Leonid holds a double major undergraduate degree in Violin and Piano performance from the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan and he is currently pursuing his master’s degree in Music Performance at Michigan State University. His accolades include winning prestigious international competitions and attending numerous music festivals. He also showcased his vocal talent on X-Factor Uzbekistan.

With 8 years of teaching experience, Leonid has served as a Teaching Assistant at MSU College of Music and as an Instructor on the Chamber Music Faculty at the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan. His extensive experience in orchestra spans 10 years, contributing to his deep understanding of ensemble dynamics. Leonid is adept at working with students of all levels, from beginners to advanced musicians. His commitment to education and passion for music make him an excellent candidate for a teaching position, where he can inspire and guide the next generation of musicians.

About Evan Gedert

Evan Gedert is a composer, pianist, and percussionist from Michigan.  Evan began his journey into the world of music with piano lessons as a child, then joining band class in middle school, where he learned how to play various percussion instruments.  Later Evan attended Central Michigan University where he achieved a degree in Music Composition and Percussion Performance, expanding his repertoire by writing and performing many compositions. 

 As a composer, Evan has had his work performed in states such as New York and Michigan, as well as a film score premiering in a theater in southeast Michigan.  Evan also performs around Michigan, participating in groups like the Central Michigan Area Concert Band, the Gaylord Orchestra, Eternal Music Ensemble, and more.  Evan’s passion for learning extends to teaching, where he has served as a private music instructor, a substitute teacher for Mount Pleasant Community Schools, and has taught as a percussion instructor for high school band camps. 

 He is a lover of nature and animals, spending his free time hiking, camping, and building plant ecospheres.

About Justice Marrero

Justice is our Guitar instructor. More information to come!

About Josiah Scott

Hi! I’m Josiah and I am currently finishing up my master’s degree in music theory at MSU, and I am also studying Sign Language Interpreting at LCC. I am originally from a small town in Mississippi called Magnolia, and I moved to East Lansing in the summer of 2022 to start at MSU. I started playing piano at the age of 5 and continued to play throughout high school and college. I’m looking forward to meeting you and working with you to help you become well-rounded musicians!

About Jazlyn Dingfelder

I started attending Theatre Young Harris in 2017 – being one of the strongest performance programs in the southeast – and added techniques, principles, and etiquette to my tool belt that has served me well in the professional world. 

Being equally trained in Dance, Theatrical Performance, and Vocal Performance, Young Harris provided optimal opportunities for me to learn through hands-on experience. In my 4 years at Young Harris, I had the privilege of performing in 7 shows. I graduated with my BFA in Musical Theatre in 2021, taking my place in the 75% employment placement rate that Young Harris boasts. On the day of undergrad graduation, itself, I was on a plane across the country to perform in my first professional contract.

I am happy to be a Beginner/Advanced Vocal instructor at KIO along with Dance, and Drama/Theatre. 

About Jody Krumm

Jody has played musical instruments since he was 8 years old. He plays 5 different instruments as well as sings. He played through all of his years of schooling and into college. He comes from a very musical family who all play instruments.

He has been a part of several local bands. As well as played a few years with the Lansing Concert Band. Jody attended several music camps at Blue Lake and Interlochen. Has knowledge and experience in jazz as well.

Jody is always learning new instruments for example Ukulele, which is his newest and currently favorite instrument to practice.

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Music Lessons

Piano Lessons

With Mr. Leo, Mr. Josiah, or Mr. Evan

Violin Lessons

With Mr. Leo

Saxophone Lessons

With Mr. Chris

Guitar Lessons

With Mr. Justice

Percussion/Drum Lessons

With Mr. Evan

Ukelele Lessons

With Mr. Jody

Vocal Lessons

With Mr. Jody, Ms. Jazlyn

Bass Guitar Lessons

With Mr. Jody

Trombone Lessons

With Mr. Jody

Music can change the world, because it can change people.”

Bono (U2)

Intro Classes 

contact us for price

Reach out to Ms. Sara at the front desk,  lessons can be arranged for any of our instructors. 

4 Week Courses

Beginner to Advanced

Only drum instruction has special arrangements, we have a separate room for music lessons. We also have a music recital at the end of the year, or you can opt out.

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Opening Hours

Mon-Thurs: 4 PM – 9 PM
Sat: 8:30 AM – 12 PM

Address

1760 East Grand River Avenue
East Lansing,  MI 48823