GROUP MUSIC LESSONS IN CINCINNATI — BAND, ENSEMBLE & PIANO
Connect with Cincinnati’s largest network of independent teaching artists offering group music programs. Whether you’re enrolling a teen, joining as an adult learner, or seeking flexible family options, we’ll match you with the right instructor. Groups meet in Kenwood with convenient scheduling and no long-term commitment.
What Group Music Programs Does Cincinnati Music Academy Offer?
Cincinnati Music Academy connects students with independent instructors for three collaborative music programs: Band for rock, pop, and jazz, Ensemble for classical and jazz groups, and Group Piano for beginners through intermediate players. Each program offers structured instruction and flexible scheduling to fit busy lives.
band program
Form real bands that rehearse and perform throughout the year. Rock, pop, and jazz groups for teens and adults, led by professional musicians like Joel Greenberg, Niko Kordalis, and Devon Leigh.
- Teen and adult groups
- Small band format
- Regular weekly rehearsals
- All skill levels
ENSEMBLE PROGRAM
Classical and jazz groups from quartets to larger ensembles. No audition required for recreational groups.
- String, wind, and mixed ensembles
- Various skill levels
- Regular rehearsals
- Performance opportunities
GROUP PIANO Program
Learn piano in a relaxed, social environment designed for adults and beginners. Small-group classes led by professional instructors like Natasha Pence, Amy Rose Immerman, and Hannah MacNeal make learning approachable, creative, and fun—no experience required.
- Small group classes
- Beginners welcome
- Adult-only classes
- No experience needed
Who Thrives in Group Lessons?
Social Musicians
- Love learning and playing with others
- Feel energized by group accountability
- Value teamwork, creativity, and shared progress
- Thrive in creative, social settings
Lifelong Learners
- Enjoy discovering or returning to music
- Appreciate structure without pressure
- Balance music with busy schedules
- Learn for fun, focus, and connection
WHY CINCINNATI MUSIC ACADEMY?
Unlike schools with just a few staff teachers, CMA connects you with 35–40 independent teaching artists who run thriving studios. Learn from passionate professionals, not hourly employees. With 28 years of experience and no long-term commitment, CMA focuses on matching you with the perfect instructor—not filling quotas.
Questions About Group Lessons
Share your goals, schedule, and experience. We’ll recommend instructors who fit perfectly.
Performance is optional. Many groups simply enjoy making music together.
You can switch groups anytime—finding the right match is our priority.
Teens and adults primarily. Band programs start at age 12, ensembles at 10, and group piano welcomes all ages including adult-only sections.
You're welcome to observe a group session before enrolling. No long-term contracts required—join when you're ready
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Have questions about lessons or availability? Reach out anytime — we’re happy to help you find the right fit.
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