PSO Academy

The PSO Academy provides affordable music instruction to children and adults in a community music school setting.  The PSO Academy is excited to offer private instruction in voice, orchestral, and band instruments.

Fall Semester Registration begins June 1
Fall Lessons begin August 18

Experience quality, affordable, accessible music education opportunities, by supportive and experienced faculty in an encouraging environment right here in Paducah, KY!

We offer educational programs such as private lessons, small ensembles, choirs for all ages, Summer Music Camp, Musical Chairs, and more.  Whether you're a beginner musician, career-bound performer, adult, or anywhere in between, we have something for everyone!

We invite you to come and experience the expert instruction by our faculty, perform in a state-of-the-art Symphony Hall, and share your love of music with others.

We can’t wait to see you here!

INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION

Individual Lessons are available on all orchestral/band instruments and in voice. Lessons are taught by PSO musicians and other local professionals. In the case where there are multiple teachers per instrument, teacher requests can be made, dependent on schedule availability.

Tuition is billed in semesters of 14 weeks each. Fall lessons are automatically re-registered for Spring semester, unless the student submits a written request to cancel before the semester begins. All quoted prices are per semester. Monthly payment plans (of four equal installments) may also be accepted.  

Tuition (14 week semester- Fall/ Spring)
30-min weekly - $420 ($30/lesson)
45-min weekly - $630($45/lesson)
60-min weekly - $840($60/lesson)
Tuition (Summer semester*)
4 lessons- $120
6 lessons- $180
8 lessons- $240
(*Rates based on 30 minute lessons)
Scholarships are available! Apply now!

GROUP INSTRUCTION

Chamber Music- Small ensembles of various sizes and instrumentation provide collaborative music learning. Unlike solo or large ensemble playing, students learn how to listen and respond to each other for timing and balance, and they learn to negotiate their interpretive choices as a group.

This is one of the most important and powerful ways to grow as a musician!

Students enrolled in this chamber music class will be placed in chamber music ensembles (duos, trios, quartets, etc.) with other students at a similar level. 
Chamber rehearsals take place on Tuesdays or Thursdays, 5pm-6pm. Students must audition in person or by recording prior to registration here or by emailing academy@paducahsymphony.org· 

The PSO Academy is excited to be able to offer scholarships based on need and income level. If you think your child qualifies, please email us at academy@paducahsymphony.org or complete a scholarship application form below.

For all policies and procedures, please read the Student Handbook.

We understand you may have questions about our school, lessons, programs, scholarships, or camps, so we’ve put together a Frequently Asked Questions page. For additional questions, please contact us.

Students playing saxophone in an ensemble

Meet Our Faculty