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Each teacher has a slightly different policy, but typically they'll auto invoice you either at the end of each week, or end of the month. All the bill pay is done via our MyMusicStaff portal, with credit card payments hosted by PayPal.
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Most half hour lesson are $30 - $45 per lesson.
Eau Claire Teacher Bios
Music Teacher Bios
Eau Claire, WI
Andrea
(EAU CLAIRE) - Lessons Program Director, Piano Lessons
Bio coming soon!
Fletcher
(EAU CLAIRE) - Percussion Lessons
Fletcher is a jazz and classical percussionist and educator based in Eau Claire, WI. He often plays jazz and improvised music, funk, R&B, rock, pop, hip-hop, and soul/neo-soul around the Eau Claire and Twin Cities areas and is able to feel comfortable in an array of musical styles. He has performed with numerous artists such as Geoffrey Keezer, John Clayton, Camile Thurman, Tom Luer, John Raymond, Gunhild Carling, S. Carey, Kenni Holmen among many more.
Fletcher currently attends the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire where he plays in the Grammy nominated UWEC Jazz Ensemble 1, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble.
Kiara
(EAU CLAIRE) - Piano Lessons
Bio Coming Soon!
Gary
(EAU CLAIRE) - Music Theory
Gary is a Professor Emeritus of music theory at UWEC. He holds a doctorate in theory from the
University of Washington. His interests include the music of Debussy, compositions that incorporate bird
songs and other sounds of nature, and playing the flute. He enjoys teaching music theory at all levels to
students of all ages and backgrounds. His hands-on approach to teaching includes students notating and
performing their own compositions. He is familiar with the music theory requirements for the District
Auditions of the Wisconsin Music Teachers Association, and he can prepare students for all levels of the
theory exam. Above all, he creates an environment that inspires everyone to do their best.
Adam
(EAU CLAIRE) - Guitar Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Exploring Music Lessons
Adam, a seasoned guitar teacher at Morgan Music since 2011, caters to students of all skill levels, spanning ages 7 to 84. As a full-time guitar instructor, he manages one of the busiest lesson studios in Western Wisconsin. Adam has toured nationally and internationally, captivating audiences in Nashville, New York City, Philadelphia, Minneapolis, London, Rome, Munich, Madrid, and beyond.
His musical expertise spans an eclectic array of acoustic and electric guitar arrangements across various genres like pop, rock, folk, jazz, blues, hip-hop, funk, and country. Adam's impressive repertoire includes over 100 original songs, and he has made significant contributions to performances and recordings of Eau Claire area bands.
Beyond guitar, Adam is a versatile multi-instrumentalist. His extensive collection includes guitar, bass, drumset, piano, violin, cello, trumpet, banjo, flute, harmonica, midi synthesizers, accordion, mandolin, djembe, xylophone, clarinet, trombone, and other unique musical apparatuses.
During their time in the lesson studio, students have opportunities to write and record their own songs. As an experienced studio engineer, Adam guides students through the recording process, creating timeless recordings that serve as mementos of their musical journey. These finished recordings often become cherished gifts for students' friends and family.
Passionate about teaching and sharing the joy of music, Adam looks forward to imparting his knowledge and enthusiasm to you!
Scott
(EAU CLAIRE) - Guitar Lessons
Scott loves teaching kids and adults, beginners and beyond, how to play and how to listen. He loves helping people discover new sounds and new ways of approaching music, all while learning fundamentals and songs they have a personal interest in.
As a performer, Burton has worked with everyone from artist and saxophonist Matana Roberts, to expat hip hop producer Jneiro Jarel (JJ DOOM) and his music has been featured on NPR and BBC Radio. In addition Scott has shared the stage with artists as diverse as MacArthur Grant winner Ken Vandermark to Grammy winner Julien Baker.
The photo is by Peter McElhinney
Jerod
(EAU CLAIRE) - Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Bass Lessons, Ukulele Lessons, Saxophone Lessons, Flute Lessons, Piccolo Lessons, Clarinet Lessons, Composition & Music Theory Lessons
Jerod studied at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and The Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College in New York City. He is an accomplished musician who has been playing professionally for the past 14 years. His focus has been in jazz, classical, rock, pop, country, and bluegrass. He has performed saxophone, flute, and clarinet in every lower 48 US states, the lower Canadian provinces, and most of Japan. He is proficient in many instruments including; saxophone, flute, clarinet, piano, acoustic and electric guitar, upright and electric bass, ukulele, piccolo, recorder, penny whistle, composition/songwriting, and music theory. His love of music and its instruments is only matched by sharing his knowledge with any and all who would want to learn.
Marie
(EAU CLAIRE) - Piano Lessons, Voice Lessons
Marie has been teaching music for many years. This includes general music classes at a K-8 prep school and a small Quaker grade school and private lessons at Forté Academy of Music sites in Centennial and Parker Colorado and Dance Techniques Studio in Richmond, plus private lessons out of her home in Wisconsin, Utah, Indiana, and Colorado.
Originally from Minneapolis, Marie got started singing and playing piano at a young age,
earning a piano scholarship from Luther College after her study of “Pianos, Pianists and Musical Tradition in Vienna” as an 18-year-old. By college graduation she had put in six years of Bel Canto style voice study and ten of piano, to which she would later add an intensive year focused on ergonomic piano technique at the Forté Academy.
Her first jobs as a paid pianist began in high school, and continued through (and beyond)
college where she completed well over half of a music major. She gave half and full piano recitals in high school and the same in voice in college. In Indiana, she coached voice students as young as eight and helped several youth secure lead roles in Oliver and/or Peter in Richmond’s Civic Theater. Over some fifteen years, her music students have ranged from age 3 to 93. Joining Morgan Music’s teaching staff, she is delighted to apply her skills to help singers and pianists alike make real progress. Hers is a creative and gentle approach.
Sam
(EAU CLAIRE) - Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Uke, Bass
Bio Coming Soon!
Marcy
(EAU CLAIRE) - Piano Lessons
Marcy has been teaching piano for 14 years and has loved every minute of it. Piano is her passion, and she excels at connecting with the individual student and helping them develop a lasting love of music. She strives to bring the highest value of piano education by providing not only weekly piano lessons, but also many learning opportunities: WMTA’s District Auditions, recitals, summer camps, and performance classes. Marcy has a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from UW-Eau Claire, is a member of the Music Teachers National Association, and has recently been awarded Member of the Year by their local chapter, Chippewa Valley Music Teachers Association.
Jennifer
(EAU CLAIRE) - Voice Lessons
Jennifer is originally from Central Illinois and moved to Eau Claire with her fiance in the summer of 2024. She went to Millikin University in Decatur, IL. Back in Illinois, she taught voice lessons, participated in a community choir, and even worked at a rock climbing gym at one point! Since coming to Eau Claire, she has joined the Master Singers, Chorale Nouveau, and even a local cover band, AbleVox. In her free time, she produces and mixes music for others and enjoys spending time with her fiance and 3 cats.
Staš
(EAU CLAIRE) - Percussion Lessons
Staš teaches drumset and percussion and is an Eau Claire native who is fortunate to have been involved in many musical opportunities growing up and while at Memorial High School such as State Honors Band and State Solo Ensemble. He graduated from UWEC with a music liberal arts bachelors degree and emphasis in percussion where he participated in groups such as wind ensemble, jazz, symphony orchestra, BMB, and percussion ensemble. He has performed in the pits of over 2 dozen ECCT and CVTG productions, performs jazz around town, and regularly plays timpani and percussion in the Chippewa Valley Symphony and Eau Claire Chamber Orchestra. He also tours nationally and records with many area bands such as Them Coulee Boys, Elvessa, Naalia, and Raptor Octavius. He previously taught at the Eau Claire Music School where he taught students of many abilities and as young as elementary school age. He believes in framing lessons around the student’s interests as much as he can with the primary goal of finding joy in playing music.
Becky
(EAU CLAIRE) - Piano Lessons, Clarinet Lessons, Oboe Lessons, Bassoon Lessons
Music has been part of Becky's life for as long as she can remember. She began playing the piano at age 5 and the oboe and clarinet at age 11, adding the bassoon and other woodwind instruments a year later. Becky taught piano and woodwind lessons for seven years at her own studio in Prescott, WI, also teaching piano lessons at the Hastings, MN Veterans Home for three of those years. Becky teaches beginning to advanced piano, oboe, bassoon, and clarinet lessons. She enjoys teaching students of all ages and abilities, including adults and students with special needs. Her approach to lessons is tailored to each student's strengths, abilities, and interests.
Lingyu (Emily)
(EAU CLAIRE) - Piano Lessons
With over 15 years of experience teaching piano to students of all ages and skill levels, Lingyu is dedicated to helping each student develop strong technical skills, musical artistry, and a lifelong appreciation for music. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Piano Pedagogy from the Shanghai Conservatory of Music and a Master of Music degree from Western Oregon University. Having studied and collaborated with world-class pianists and musicians since the age of three, she has developed a well-rounded teaching philosophy that combines artistic excellence with individualized instruction. Her lessons are thoughtfully tailored to each student’s learning style and goals.
In addition to her teaching experience, Lingyu worked as an assistant teacher at the Shanghai International Piano Festival and was honored as the National Excellent Adviser (Age 13 Group) at the 2017 UK Royal International Art Competition Shanghai Preliminary. She takes great pride in her students’ accomplishments, which include earning Distinction and Merit results in ABRSM Performance Grade examinations and receiving the Silver Award at the First International Franz Liszt Piano Competition China Regional Finals. Lingyu is committed to fostering confidence, discipline, creativity, and a genuine love of music while helping every student achieve their highest potential in a positive and inspiring learning environment. While certainly open to teaching older students, Lingyu has a particular affinity for teaching younger children.
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Alex
(EAU CLAIRE) - Piano Lessons, Composition, Ear Training, Music Theory
Alex originally hails from the Pacific Northwest, but has lived in the Chippewa Valley for several years. A church musician of nearly 20 years, he has held numerous full- and part-time positions in that field. He holds a BA in music from Oregon State University (2015) and a Master of Music degree from Western Oregon University (2020). He has worked as a conductor (orchestral and choral), pianist, continuo player, and composer/arranger for a variety of ensembles and institutions. He was awarded numerous prizes from his undergraduate and graduate institutions for his accomplishments in piano performance, continuo playing, choral studies, and music research.
His purpose as a teacher is to impart the same deep love for classical music that he has. This shapes his approach to his entire musical life, from private piano lessons, to conducting, to classroom instruction, to the podcast he hosts (“Listening Deeply: A Classical Music Podcast”). He enjoys unlimited energy for teaching music and discussing the arts. He specializes in teaching adults and young students over the age of 12.
Music Teacher Bios
Twin Ports of Superior, WI & Duluth, MN
Twin Ports Teacher Bios
Ian D
(TWIN PORTS) - Guitar, Bass, Composition
Ian is a composer whose work explores the intersection of tradition and innovation, resulting in music that is intellectually engaging, emotionally resonant, and artistically distinctive. His compositions span a wide range of instrumentations and styles, reflecting a deep commitment to craft and expressive depth. Deterling’s music has been performed nationally and internationally by musicians affiliated with prestigious ensembles including the London Symphony Orchestra, the São Paulo State Symphony Orchestra, and the National Symphony Orchestra of Taiwan. His works and arrangements are also frequently performed by educational and community ensembles around the world, ranging from high school and university groups to regional orchestras and concert bands.
With guitar as his primary instrument and bass as his secondary, Deterling earned a Bachelor of Science in Music from the University of Wisconsin-Superior and a Master of Music in Composition from Stephen F. Austin State University. He went on to teach ethnomusicology and music technology at the University of Wisconsin-Superior and music history at The College of St. Scholastica before turning his focus to composing and arranging in 2021. In addition to his compositional work, Deterling maintains active interests in vegan cuisine, distance running, classic horror cinema, and woodworking with traditional hand tools.
Taylor
(TWIN PORTS) - Bass
Taylor is an electric bassist born and raised in the Duluth/Superior area. He has nearly 10 years of live performance experience in the area, and is a very versatile, comfortable player. His home genre is funk, but he is comfortable and knowledgeable in a wide variety of genres such as Country, Pop, Hip-Hop, Grunge, Metal, Soul, RnB, and Punk. His hobbies and interests include playing video games, reading, Dungeons and Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering. He is currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota - Duluth, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Sociology.
Ian
(TWIN PORTS) - Percussion
Bio & Pic Coming Soon!
John F
(TWIN PORTS) - Guitar, Bass, Composition, Uke, Banjo, Theory
John has been a touring guitar player since the late 80’s in multiple styles including blues, rock, jazz,and fusion. He has received two degrees from Music Tech and a degree from University of Minnesota-Duluth. John has been the guitar instructor at Lake Superior College for 20+ years and also taught online and music store lessons. John leans toward correct technique and a firm basis in practical music theory . Let’s jam!!
Why Lessons?
Why Should Kids
Take Music Lessons?
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Improves academic scores, and improves engagement in school
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Develops the language, math, and reasoning parts of the brain
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Increases coordination and fine motor skills
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Builds imagination, creativity, and intellectual curiosity
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Teaches commitment and discipline
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Builds confidence, social, and emotional skills
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