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SOUND SPACE COLLECTIVE
MUSIC LESSONS · AGES 8 & UP
Make music.
Find your
own rhythm.
Individual music lessons built around the student, not just the instrument.
Sound Space Collective offers personalized instruction in drum set, percussion, marching percussion, guitar, and piano for students ages eight and older. Traditional and adapted lessons are available, with virtual instruction and limited in-person availability.
Drum set · Percussion · Guitar · Piano
Beginner through advanced instruction,
depending on instrument
Ages 8 & up
Traditional & adapted lessons
Virtual instruction
Limited in-person availability
AN INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH
Music lessons
that meet you
where you are.
Learning an instrument is about more than playing the right notes.
It's about developing confidence, exploring creativity, building skills, and discovering what music can become in your life.
Some students want to play their favorite songs. Others want to develop strong musical foundations, prepare for ensemble participation, or advance their technique.
Students may also benefit from a more flexible instructional approach that accommodates different ways of learning, communicating, or engaging with music.
The goal isn't to make every
student learn the same way.
It's to help each student
discover how they learn best.
Lessons balance technique, musicianship, creativity, and the student's own interests and goals.
INSTRUMENTS & INSTRUCTION
Find your sound.
Build your skills.
Each instrument has its own learning pathway, with instruction shaped around experience, interests, and musical goals.
Drum set
Develop technique, coordination, timing, groove, musical expression, and stylistic versatility.
Lessons may explore rudiments, reading, independence, improvisation, and playing across a variety of musical styles.
BEGINNER · INTERMEDIATE · ADVANCEDPercussion & marching percussion
Individualized instruction for percussionists interested in technique, rudimental development, reading, ensemble preparation, and musical performance.
Areas of focus may include snare drum, marching percussion, stick control, rhythmic accuracy, and audition preparation.
BEGINNER · INTERMEDIATE · ADVANCEDGuitar
Build foundational guitar skills through chords, strumming, rhythm, fretboard familiarity, and playing songs you enjoy.
Lessons emphasize musical confidence and practical skills, including basic technique, reading options, and playing by ear.
BEGINNER · INTERMEDIATEPiano
Explore the keyboard through note recognition, rhythm, hand coordination, foundational technique, and musical expression.
Instruction can incorporate reading notation, playing by ear, chords, familiar melodies, and creative exploration.
BEGINNER · INTERMEDIATEADAPTED MUSIC LESSONS
Different ways
of learning.
Equal possibilities.
Music education should be responsive to the person learning.
Adapted music lessons are available for students who may benefit from individualized instructional strategies, accommodations, or a different pace of learning.
Drawing on my background as a board-certified music therapist, I can adapt teaching methods to support a wider range of learning and participation needs.
The goal remains music education: helping each student engage meaningfully with an instrument and develop musical skills.
Adaptations may include
- Flexible pacing and lesson structure
- Modified notation or visual supports
- Alternative ways to demonstrate learning
- Simplified or sequential skill development
- Sensory and attention-related accommodations
- Individualized musical goals and repertoire
- Adaptations for physical or motor needs
Adapted lessons may be appropriate for neurodivergent students, individuals with disabilities, or students who simply learn more effectively through a personalized approach.
Adapted music lessons are educational services and are distinct from clinical music therapy. If therapeutic goals are the primary focus, we can discuss whether music therapy is more appropriate.
Ask about adapted lessonsWHAT TO EXPECT
Structured enough to grow.
Flexible enough to explore.
Whether a student is just starting out or refining established skills, lessons are developed around clear goals and meaningful progress.
Start with the student
We'll discuss experience level, interests, goals, learning preferences, and the instrument being studied.
Build musical foundations
Develop technique, rhythmic understanding, musical literacy, listening skills, and repertoire at an appropriate pace.
Make music your own
Apply new skills through songs, creative exercises, improvisation, personal musical interests, and individual goals.
LESSON RATES
Clear pricing.
Room to grow.
Choose a lesson length that fits the student's experience, attention, and goals.
$40
Per individual lesson
FOUR-LESSON PACKAGE
$160
Four 30-minute lessons
$55
Per individual lesson
FOUR-LESSON PACKAGE
$220
Four 45-minute lessons
$75
Per individual lesson
FOUR-LESSON PACKAGE
$300
Four 60-minute lessons
Standard lesson rates apply to drum set, percussion, marching percussion, guitar, piano, and adapted instruction.
Four-lesson packages are available for students seeking a consistent instructional schedule. Package pricing reflects the standard per-lesson rate.
Scheduling, payment arrangements, and cancellation expectations will be discussed before lessons begin.
LESSON FORMAT
Learn from home.
Connect through music.
Virtual lessons offer flexibility without sacrificing individualized instruction.
Virtual lessons are the primary instructional format offered through Sound Space Collective.
Students can participate from home using video conferencing and an appropriate instrument setup.
Getting started
- Ages eight and older
- Individual instruction
- Virtual lessons available
- Limited in-person lessons by arrangement
- 30, 45, and 60-minute options
- Traditional and adapted instruction
- Student access to an appropriate instrument
We can discuss the necessary equipment, technology setup, and whether virtual instruction is suitable for the student and instrument.
Limited in-person availability may be offered in the Charlotte and Lake Norman region by arrangement. Location and scheduling are confirmed individually.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Musicianship.
Clinical experience.
Individual attention.
An approach to teaching informed by both music and an understanding of how people learn.
I'm Dean Quick, a board-certified music therapist and Fellow of the Association for Music & Imagery.
My work in music therapy has strengthened my belief that music is not a one-size-fits-all experience. Each person brings different strengths, interests, and ways of engaging with music.
Dean Quick, MT-BC, FAMI
BOARD-CERTIFIED MUSIC THERAPIST ·
FELLOW OF THE ASSOCIATION
FOR MUSIC & IMAGERY
In lessons, I focus on building meaningful musical skills while maintaining room for curiosity, creativity, and individuality.
Whether we're developing drum set independence, working through guitar chords, exploring the piano, or adapting instruction to fit a student's learning needs, the focus is on helping each student make progress in a supportive environment.
More about DeanCOMMON QUESTIONS
A few things
worth knowing.
What ages do you teach?
Lessons are available for students ages eight and older, including adults. Instruction is adapted to the student's experience and goals.
What instruments can I study?
Drum set, percussion, marching percussion, guitar, and piano. Drum set and percussion instruction is available from beginner through advanced levels. Guitar and piano are offered at beginner and intermediate levels.
What are adapted music lessons?
Adapted lessons use individualized teaching strategies and accommodations to make instrument instruction more accessible. These may include changes to pacing, notation, physical setup, communication, or lesson structure.
Adapted lessons are music education, not clinical music therapy.
Do students need their own instrument?
Students generally need appropriate instrument access for practice and virtual lessons. The specific setup depends on the instrument, and we can discuss options before beginning.
Are lessons virtual or in person?
Virtual lessons are the primary format. A limited number of in-person arrangements may be possible in the Charlotte and Lake Norman region, depending on scheduling and location.
Which lesson length is best?
Thirty-minute lessons are often a useful starting point for younger beginners. Forty-five minutes can provide a balance of instruction and exploration, while sixty minutes may suit older or more advanced students. Individual needs may suggest a different format.
How are adapted lessons different from music therapy?
Music lessons focus primarily on developing instrumental and musical skills. Clinical music therapy uses music within an assessed therapeutic process to address individualized clinical goals.
If you're unsure which service is appropriate, we can discuss the distinction.
How do I get started?
Send an email with the student's age, instrument of interest, general experience level, and preferred lesson format. We can then discuss availability and next steps.
MUSIC LESSONS · SOUND SPACE COLLECTIVE
Ready to make
some music?
From a first chord or drum groove to more advanced percussion work, every musician starts somewhere.
Reach out to discuss instrument availability, lesson format, rates, or adapted instruction.