Frequently Asked Questions

  • Fitzpatrick Academy offers music lessons in a home studio near the intersection of West Broadway and Fairview Road in Columbia, MO. Upon signing up, you will receive a follow-up email with our address, lesson contract, and student portal login information.

  • Shortly after signing up, you will be contacted by Fitzpatrick Academy to schedule a time for your weekly lesson.

  • Upon signing up, you will be sent login information to our student portal where you can view your calendar of upcoming lessons, access shared resources, and sign up for recitals!

  • At Fitzpatrick Academy, weekly music lessons are billed at a flat monthly rate:

    • 30-minute lessons: $120 per month

    • 60-minute lessons: $240 per month

    Electronic payments are accepted, however a service fee will be applied (3% for credit, 1% for ACH transfer).

  • 30 minute long lessons are perfect for any student who has just begun their musical journey. Once a student has reached an intermediate level, a 60 minute long lesson becomes necessary to learn more advanced concepts and work on multiple pieces at a time.

  • Students of all ages are welcome and encouraged! Daniel has taught students as young as 4 and as old as 70. Fitzpatrick Academy is the perfect learning environment whether it’s helping a child discover their passion for music, guiding and mentoring young musicians with high ambitions, or working with adults from various walks of life learn an instrument.

  • Learning an instrument is a unique journey with no fixed timeline. While most students can develop basic proficiency within a month or two, true musical growth comes from long-term dedication. Music lessons provide an ongoing opportunity to explore, improve, and push the boundaries of your abilities while enjoying the process every step of the way.

  • Every student is unique and requires a different amount of practice, but some universal principles apply when learning an instrument.

    • Consistency matters: Practicing daily, even for a short time, is more effective than infrequent, lengthy sessions.

    • Quality over quantity: Focused, intentional practice leads to faster progress than simply spending time at an instrument without direction. Daniel provides personalized feedback each week to help students practice effectively.

    • Advanced students require more practice: As students progress, their practice time naturally increases to meet the demands of more complex material.