Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Music Lessons & Rentals in Manchester
Founded in 1960, we have been a cornerstone of music education and community engagement for over six decades. Our partnership with The Majestic Theatre since 2016 has allowed us to expand our commitment to providing accessible, high-quality music instruction and instrument rentals. Our team of expert instructors, many of whom hold advanced degrees and professional performance experience, delivers personalized lessons in piano, guitar, drums, voice, and over a dozen other instruments. We specialize in fostering musical growth through in-person, virtual, and hybrid learning formats, supported by community-focused programs like recitals and collaborative performance opportunities.Our scholarship initiatives and affordable rental partnerships ensure that music education remains financially accessible to all students. With a legacy built on over 60 years of teaching excellence, we continue to cultivate the next generation of musicians while honoring Ted Herbert's original vision of community enrichment through music.
Services
Music Lessons
Instrument Rentals
Drum Instruction
Piano Lessons
Voice Training
String Instruments
Woodwind Instruction
Brass Instruments
Community Classes
Scholarship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer music instruction since 1960 with certified instructors holding advanced degrees
- Partnered with David French Music for affordable instrument rentals
- Provide hybrid lesson formats: in-person, virtual, and blended options
- Award-winning instructors with students in prestigious music programs
- Community-focused approach with recitals and scholarship opportunities
What people say
Amazing instructors
Community feel
Adult lessons available
Excellent teachers
Confidence building
Services
Music Lessons
Private instruction across 10+ instruments including piano, guitar, and drums. Lessons accommodate all skill levels from beginners to advanced students preparing for college music programs. Our flexible scheduling includes in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats to fit modern lifestyles while maintaining personalized instruction quality.
Instrument Rentals
Affordable band and orchestra instrument rentals through our partnership with David French Music. Available for students at all levels with convenient in-person pickup and online rental options. Our rental program ensures quality instruments remain accessible to every student regardless of financial background.
Scholarship Programs
Annual partial scholarships funded by community supporters provide financial assistance for music education. Applications accepted year-round with flexible criteria ensuring access to quality instruction for students from diverse economic backgrounds. This program reflects our ongoing commitment to community enrichment through music.
Community Classes
Specialized group programs in theater, dance, and collaborative music performance. Designed to build ensemble skills while creating community connections among students. These classes emphasize practical performance experience through recitals and outreach events while developing technical proficiency.
Drum Instruction
Expert drum and percussion instruction covering multiple genres from jazz to contemporary styles. Students learn technical fundamentals, performance techniques, and music theory while preparing for academic competitions and professional opportunities. Our graduates have won national awards and placed in top music schools.
People
Robert Couturier
Trumpet Instructor
25-year professional musician with teaching credentials in classical and jazz genres. Former band director and faculty member with students in elite music programs. Performs extensively across Northern New England in various musical settings.
Thomas Salyers
Trumpet Instructor
Retired USAF bandsman with global performance experience. Berklee graduate teaching trumpet and music composition. Former NATO bandleader with expertise in lead trumpet performance and music production techniques for emerging musicians.
Jeff Samataro
Drum Instructor
Award-winning percussion educator with students achieving all-state and national recognition. Specializes in developing personalized learning paths that combine technical mastery with creative expression for drummers at all skill levels.
Jocelyn Duford
Voice Instructor
Vocal and performance coach with expertise in theatrical applications. Develops confidence and stage presence through tailored instruction that builds technical skill and artistic interpretation for solo and ensemble performers.
Karen
Development Director
Community engagement specialist managing program expansion and student support services. Coordinates scholarship initiatives and rental programs to ensure access to music education for all community members.
Questions
What instruments can I learn at Ted Herbert's?
We offer instruction in piano, guitar, bass, drums, voice, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Special arrangements available for less common instruments.
Are lessons available for adults?
Yes, we provide music lessons for all ages, including dedicated adult learning programs and flexible scheduling options.
How do instrument rentals work?
Rent through our partnership with David French Music using online forms or in-person agreements at our Manchester location during business hours.
Do you offer scholarship opportunities?
We provide partial scholarships annually through community support. Applications accepted year-round with no deadline.
Can I choose between in-person and virtual lessons?
Yes, we offer hybrid learning formats where both teacher and student can select the most appropriate instructional method.
What performance opportunities exist?
Annual recitals, jazz showcases, and collaborative performance groups provide regular opportunities for students to demonstrate progress in front of live audiences.
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