by Nan Keltie

Created on: December 31, 2009

The best community resources for homeschool music education are available to anyone willing to seek them.  The purpose of this article is to help you locate them.

Library resources -
If you’re just starting to build a music education, this is a good place to begin.  Mention to the librarian that you are planning a well-rounded music education course for your students.  Once you establish a good relationship with your local librarian, you’ll have a friend for life.  If you can’t find a particular book you’re looking for, ask about inter-library loans.  Check out books on musical instruments and famous musicians. You may even find books on “How to play the guitar,” etc.

Community offerings -
Want to expose your students to a variety of music genres?  Call the local chamber of commerce or a music store for a listing of upcoming events.  You'll most likely find events like music in the park, public musical recitals, seasonal symphonies, college choirs, school band competitions and more. Take advantage of these events to give your children a wide scope of music styles. 

Music stores -
Offering all kinds of instruments, sound tracks, sheet music and more, these folks know just about everything there is to know about music.  Including the best instructors, who most likely shop at their store for supplies.  If your child has not yet settled on an instrument, this is the perfect place to try some out.  Some music stores have staff members that give on-site lessons.

Universities and graduate students -
If you are within driving distance of a community college or university, check with their music department to see if they offer courses to the public. If you take lessons from a graduate student, you help build their teaching experience and music resume.  You may even get a great rate if they are not yet established in the community.

Private music studios -
Privately-owned studios also offer a convenient choice for homeschool families.  These businesses often feature several music teachers on site giving a variety of classes or lessons including voice, keyboard, string, woodwind and percussion.  Some also offer group classes, giving children the opportunity to learn alongside others.

Retired musicians -
Check with your local music store for names of retired musicians who welcome students.  Even if they are no longer actively teaching, some will invite you to their home

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