It’s a fair question every parent asks: “What do music lessons actually cost, and is it worth it?”

Here’s an honest answer, without the runaround.

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Private, One-on-One Time — Not a Group Rate

Every lesson is one teacher, one student. You’re paying for individualized attention, not a shared classroom seat.

No Contracts, No Hidden Fees

Lessons run month-to-month. There are no semester commitments, no cancellation penalties, and no surprise charges.

Free Recitals Are Included, Not Upsold

Twice-a-year recitals come at no extra cost — many schools charge separately for performance opportunities.

Consistency With One Teacher, Every Week

You’re not paying for a rotating cast of instructors — your child works with the same teacher, building real rapport over time.

Flexible Scheduling Adds Real Value

With lessons available six days a week, morning through evening, you’re paying for a schedule that actually fits real family life.

How Does Pricing Compare to a Big-Box Music School?

Chain music schools often bundle in registration fees, recital fees, and book costs. Our month-to-month, no-contract pricing keeps things transparent from day one.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included in the price of a lesson?

One-on-one instruction, ongoing communication with your teacher, and access to our free biannual recitals.

Are there registration or material fees?

Ask us directly when you request info — we’ll walk you through exactly what’s included.

Can we pause lessons without losing our spot?

Since enrollment is month-to-month, you have flexibility to pause and resume as life requires.

Do prices differ by instrument?

Pricing is based on lesson length and frequency rather than the specific instrument.

Is there a discount for siblings?

Ask us directly — we’re happy to discuss options for families enrolling more than one child.

Why Parents Across Metairie Choose Metairie Music Academy

Every student works directly with me, Sid, the same teacher every single week — never a rotating roster of instructors. Lessons are private, one-on-one, and built around your child’s pace and personality, with zero long-term contracts. Families from Metairie, Old Metairie, Bucktown, Lakeview, Kenner, Harahan, River Ridge, Jefferson, and Elmwood drive to our Causeway Blvd studio every week for exactly this kind of personal attention. This pricing applies across all our programs — piano, guitar, voice, and bass. See what other families are saying on our testimonials page.

About Sid Bardfield

Owner and teacher at Metairie Music Academy, serving Metairie-area families since 2010. A professional musician and worship leader with 15+ years of teaching experience and thousands of private lessons taught, Sid personally teaches every guitar, piano, voice, and bass student — every single week.

Ready to Learn More?

We’d love to meet your family. Click the button below and we’ll answer your questions, recommend the best instrument for your child, and help you find a lesson time that fits your schedule. Or call us today at 504-421-8811.

— Sid