Private Lessons
Private music lessons are offered to students of all ages and levels, including adults. Students may choose a 30, 45, or 60 minute lesson weekly. Lessons are taught Monday - Saturday and arranged at the student's convenience. We have a distinguished group of faculty for you to choose from. Check out our outstanding instructors!
Private Voice Lessons
Register now for private voice lessons. Whatever style you are looking for, we teach music ranging from the classical art song to opera to pop and pageant styles to jazz to broadway to sacred. We've got it all!
Private Instrumental Music Lessons
Register Now for private instrumental lessons. We are pleased to offer instruction in:
- Piano

- Guitar
- Drums
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- Saxophone
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Bass
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- French Horn
- Euphonium
- Tuba
15 Week Private Lesson Schedule
Fall 2011 | |
|---|---|
Private music lessons begin |
August 22 |
No private music lessons |
September 5 |
No private music lessons |
November 23-28 |
Private music lessons end |
December 10 |
Recital for Academy Students |
December 11 |
Spring 2012 | |
|---|---|
Private music lessons begin |
January 9 |
No private music lessons |
January 16 |
No private music lessons |
March 19-25 |
Private music lessons end |
April 30 |
Recital for Academy Students |
April 29 |
Summer 2012 | |
|---|---|
Private music lessons for 5 weeks (June session) or 10 weeks begin |
May 29 |
Private music lessons for 5 weeks end |
June 30 |
Private music lessons for 5 weeks (July session) begin | July 2 |
Private music lessons for 5 weeks (July sesssion) or 10 weeks end | August 3 |
Special 10 Week Session with Junior Instructors
Fall 2011 | |
|---|---|
Private music lessons begin |
September 26 |
No private music lessons |
November 23-28 |
Private music lessons end |
December 10 |
Recital for Academy Students |
December 11 |
Spring 2012 | |
|---|---|
Private music lessons begin |
February 13 |
No private music lessons |
March 19-25 |
Private music lessons end |
April 30 |
Recital for Academy Students |
April 29 |
Tuition for Master Lessons
| Private Lessons | 15 Weeks | 10 Weeks | 6 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Minutes | $370 | $260 | $165 |
| 45 Minutes | $520 | $360 | $225 |
| 60 Minutes | $670 | $460 | $285 |
Tuition for Junior Lessons
| Private Lessons | 10 Weeks |
|---|---|
| 30 Minutes | $175 |
| 45 Minutes | $250 |
| 60 Minutes | $325 |
Summer Lessons
The Academy now offers 5 and 10 weeks of
summer private music lessons!!
Choose a lesson time and length that is right for you. 30, 45, and 60 minute lessons are offered. Junior level and master instructors are available. Don't miss out on private studies this summer!
- Piano
- Voice *
- Flute ♦
- Violin ♦
- Viola ♦
- Guitar *
- Trumpet *
- Percussion *
- Low Brass *
Master Instructor
| Dates | No. of Weeks | 30 Minutes | 45 Minutes | 60 Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 - June 30 | 5 | $125 | $175 | $225 |
| July 2 - August 3 | 5 | $125 | $175 | $225 |
| May 29 - August 3 | 10 | $250 | $350 | $450 |
Junior Instructor
| Dates | No. of Weeks | 30 Minutes | 45 Minutes | 60 Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 - June 30 | 5 | $95 | $135 | $170 |
| July 2 - August 3 | 5 | $95 | $135 | $170 |
| May 29 - August 3 | 10 | $185 | $260 | $335 |
Enroll now to ensure your spot!
Payment Instructions
A $75 non-refundable deposit is due with all registration forms. The deposit is non-refundable. This will be applied to the tuition. The remaining tuition is due by the first lesson.
Please make checks payable to UAFS Academy of the Arts. You may also pay by credit card. Send payment and registration to Kathy Zeller, UA Fort Smith Academy of the Arts, PO Box 3649, Ft. Smith, AR 72913. For inquiries and credit card payment call Kathy Zeller at 479-788-7251.
Payment arrangements may be made if registered for the full fall or spring semester (15 weeks) only. You may pay in 2 or 3 equal payments, with the first payment due on or before the first day of class or lessons, the second payment due on or before September 28, 2012 and the third payment due on or before October 30, 2012.

