COMPASS INC. PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
Compass Inc. offers private music lessons tailored to the needs and desires of each student, creating a welcoming and engaging learning environment.
Interested in music lessons, but not sure where to start? Fill out the inquiry form at the link below and we’ll be in touch to help you find the right teacher! Please note, Compass is run by a small team of volunteers. We will respond to your inquiry as quickly as possible.
PAYMENT DETAILS
Lessons are $30 per half hour and scheduled in half hour and full hour increments on a monthly basis. We offer partial and full scholarships to students who are committed to their musical journey but are unable to afford the full lesson cost. Email us at programs@compasscolumbia.org or call us at 573-447-6541 to be considered for a lesson scholarship.
Click the button below to learn more about our policies and expectations.
MEET OUR COMPASS TEACHERS
Compass was founded by musicians and music teachers who understand the importance of a welcoming environment for self-expression. We take care in finding teachers who cater to each student’s needs. Our goal is to foster creativity and self-expression. All our teachers possess a wealth of knowledge and experience in music, ranging from hands-on experience to higher education degrees. Click on the images below to learn more about each of our teachers.
Cole Nowlin
Voice, Beginner Guitar, Piano, Bass, Ear Training and Music Theory
Aina Cook
Voice, Piano and Songwriting
Justin Craig
Drums, Piano, Ear Training and Improvisation
Sarah Davis
Violin, Bass and Acoustic Guitar
Nancy Dietz
Double & Electric Bass, Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Uke, Piano, Saxophone, Composition, Arranging and Improvisation
Logan Garner, MT-BC
Drums, Piano, Guitar and Music Therapy
Chris Stephens
Banjo, Sitar, Arabic Oud, Turkish Saz, Persian Tar, Chinese Pipa, Japanese Shamisen
Greg Hausman
Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Bass and Improvisation
Pete Szkolka
Advanced Guitar, Piano, Music Theory, Improvisation and Audio Production
Abby Whitt
Beginner and Intermediate Piano
Annabelle Moore
Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Piano, Music Theory, Improvisation, and Songwriting
Erica Kallis
Violin and Viola
Crystal Kimmi
Voice, Piano, Drums, Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Flute, Ear Training, Music Theory and Arranging
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I love that Aina listens to my child and makes the experience special each time by allowing some autonomy. Every lesson is fun!
Holly Linneman
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Student Parent
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Lots of praise, feedback delivered in a way that is easy to hear and moves you closer to you goal. She is having fun and feels so much pride in her accomplishments and excited to perform. Youth Open Mic makes get be her new favorite thing.
Christy Hutton
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Student Parent