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Guitar teacher teaching the girl guitar for lessons.

Private Music Lessons

Learn Piano, Guitar, Voice, Band, Orchestra, and More!

Stop for a second and think about the last time you learned something new. Was it fun? Frustrating? Fulfilling? Whether it’s your child learning piano for the first time or trying out music lessons as an adult, new is always challenging, and that’s a good thing.

Stretching your mind and your talents, private music lessons at White House of Music are an affordable way to learn and grow – whether you are 7, 17 or 77 years old! Whether you are a beginner who just bought a keyboard and want to learn piano, a former high school band member looking to pick up where you left off, or a forever orchestra player wanting to hone your skill, it’s never too late! Private music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, flute, and many other musical instruments are perfect for:

  • Developing children who are first learning to appreciate music
  • The student musician who is advancing in band or orchestra
  • A young adult preparing for college auditions
  • Busy moms looking for a little “me time” during the school day
  • Recent retirees looking for a fulfilling hobby
  • Grandparents who want to connect with their grandkids through music

No matter who you are or where you are at, you too can make Music for Life.

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Summers are busy, so flexibility in scheduling is a must. Simply choose your 8 lesson days between June and August and make one payment of $216!

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$112/Month for Four 30 Minute Music Lessons

So Many Instruments, So Little Time...

What Type of Music Lessons do we Offer?

Great Reasons to Take Music Lessons from White House of Music

Wisconsin’s Best Band and Orchestra Music Lessons

Choice of Locations

With 4 lesson locations to choose from – our Waukesha, Brookfield, Watertown, and West Bend stores all host our private lesson suites – you can find the perfect location near your home, office, and other activities.

Convenient Times

With time slots available during the day, after school, evenings, and Saturdays, learning to play an instrument or honing your skill is convenient for your busy schedule. We’ll work with you to find the best time for your regular lesson.

Personalized Experience

Music for Life takes on a different meaning for each student. Whether it’s to introduce your child to music, build the skills of a budding musician, or just to have FUN as an adult, music lessons can be personalized to fit your unique goals.

Experienced Teachers

Our instructors are all unique, but the one thing that they share is a passion for teaching. Many of our instructors are retired music teachers who have chosen to continue their work with students of all ages here at White House of Music!

Virtual Lessons

Make Music for Life from the comfort of your own home! White House of Music is now offering virtual lessons for a limited selection of instruments. Contact us today to learn more about this exciting new opportunity!

Performance Opportunities

Private lesson students may enjoy the chance to participate in performance opportunities of all sorts – from recitals to community events, you can share your new found talents with others who love music just like you!

And, Get Bonus Lessons!

Our tuition-based program includes four, 30 minute lessons per month. If your lesson day occurs five times in the month and that extra lesson does not land on a holiday, your fifth lesson is always free!

Experienced Music Teachers for Violin, Guitar, Piano, and More!

Meet the White House of Music Lesson Teachers

Our music teachers all have a unique background and are in different stages of their “Music For Life” journey, but one thing they all have in common is their readiness, excitement, and passion for teaching their students. If you are looking for a teacher, we encourage you to spend some time exploring the bios below and when you are ready, send us a request to be matched with someone who’s approach and availability fits yours!

Brian Bykowski, Electric Bass Instructor

Brian Bykowski

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Electric Bass Teachers
Location: West Bend
Instrument Taught:   Electric Bass
Location:   West Bend
I am most comfortable with this age group:     10-20 years
Bio

Since picking up the bass guitar at the age of 15, I have believed that music should be a fun and enjoyable experience and means of connecting with people. And so too, should the process of learning music. I pride myself on being able to break down bass into something approachable for anyone regardless of their background in music, or lack of. Being new to teaching, it’s my goal to create a supportive space where students can grow at their own pace.

Music Education:

I was in concert band as a trombone player from sixth grade through sophomore year of high school, and the explored the music occupations program at Milwaukee Area Technical College.

Styles Taught:

Blues, rock, heavy metal.

Brian Bykowski

Lesson Instructor

Instrument Taught:   Electric Bass Location:   West Bend I am most...

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Christopher Newlin

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Electric Bass Teachers, Guitar Teachers
Location: Brookfield, Waukesha
Instrument(s) Taught:    Guitar, Bass
Locations:    Waukesha, Brookfield

Christopher Newlin

Lesson Instructor

Instrument(s) Taught:    Guitar, Bass Locations:    Waukesha, Brookfield

Cody Linder, Lesson Instructor

Cody Linder

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Electric Bass Teachers, Guitar Teachers, Other Fretted Instrument Teachers, Piano Teachers, Voice Teachers
Location: Watertown
Instruments Taught:     Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano, Voice, Ukulele
Location:    Watertown
I am most comfortable with this age group:     Ages 6 and Up
Preferred Virtual Platform:     Zoom
Bio

Cody Linder has been teaching at White House of Music since February 2022, and teaches a wide variety of musical styles. Ever since he was 10 years old, Cody has been obsessed with music and pursuing many projects and instruments. He cites seeing Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus as his initial inspiration to pursue music, and has been doing so ever since. Aside from teaching, he is also an active composer and arranger. He has played in various bands as guitarist, bass guitarist, vocalist and keyboardist. He has extensive experience performing throughout Southeastern Wisconsin as a vocal soloist and recitalist as well as a guest artist with the Sheboygan Symphony Orchestra. Currently he is the assistant director of the Badger Chordhawks, a men’s chorus based in Janesville. He is also the bassist for The Thomas Pibal Trio. While he has a large background in classical music, he also has pursued other musical avenues. When he graduated college, he joined a metal band where he played bass. He also enjoys experimenting with electronic music and occasionally enjoys modding and building guitars.

Music Education:

Lakeland College – B.A. Music Performance (Vocal Performance and Pedagogy) – Class of 2012

Teaching Experience:

Taught throughout high school and as a private music teacher since October of 2021.

Styles Taught:

Classical, jazz, rock, metal, pop, and various others.

Methods Taught:

For Voice – Bel Canto Technique – A classical singing method, which I apply to all basic breathing and vocalization. This method allows the singer to sing as effortless as possible with having good projection and tone, regardless of the musical style. For guitar – Hal Leonard Guitar Method, and any songs of the student’s interest. Piano – Usually Alfred or Faber, but open to other piano methods as well

Cody Linder

Lesson Instructor

Instruments Taught:     Guitar, Bass Guitar, Piano, Voice, Ukulele Location: ...

Emily Zimmer, Lesson Instructor

Emily Zimmer

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Electric Bass Teachers, Guitar Teachers
Location: Waukesha
Instrument(s) Taught:     Guitar/Bass
I am most comfortable with this age group:    6 and up
Bio

Hey there. I’m Emily Zimmer, a music lesson teacher with over 20 years of experience in recording, performing, and playing guitar, bass guitar, and writing music professionally. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of teaching music lessons and classes to thousands of students for over 17 years.

Music Education:

Bachelor of Science – Music Business Carroll University 2014 Associate of Science – Music Occupations Milwaukee Area Technical College 2011

Teaching Experience:

Teaching since 2008 at music stores, lesson academies, and in students’ homes in the Milwaukee area.

Styles Taught:

Modern Music Styles, including rock, pop, hard rock, R&B, soul, blues, and more. Music fundamentals including reading all forms of notation for fretted instruments, music theory, and performance.

Emily Zimmer

Lesson Instructor

Instrument(s) Taught:     Guitar/Bass I am most comfortable with this...

Erik Mortensen, Lesson Instructor

Erik Mortensen

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Electric Bass Teachers, Guitar Teachers
Location: Brookfield
Instrument(s) Taught:     Guitar, Beginner Bass
Location:     Brookfield
I am most comfortable with this age group:     No preference
Bio

Hi there! Music has been a passion of mine since I got my start on acoustic guitar in 2001, mostly learning by ear. Since then I took music theory courses in high school, went to college for music, played a wide variety of styles in a band for 13 years, filled in on bass in some ensembles, played classical guitar in wedding ceremonies, and wrote music for short films.

Music Education:

MATC Milwaukee: Associate’s in Music Occupations McNally Smith College of Music: Bachelor’s in Music Composition

Teaching Experience:

I’ve provided private instruction on acoustic and electric guitar to beginners of varying ages for four years cumulatively.

Styles Taught:

I’ve taught rock, pop, and folk but have experience playing much more including classical, jazz, metal, reggae, and R&B.

Methods Taught:

Primarily I tailor my instruction to the student. No matter their age or experience level I enjoy fostering an interest and love for music through patient instruction while maintaining appropriate expectations. The student should tell me where they want to go with music and I’ll show them how to get there in a way they find most engaging!

Erik Mortensen

Lesson Instructor

Instrument(s) Taught:     Guitar, Beginner Bass Location:     Brookfield I...

Jeffrey Hammen, Lesson Instructor

Jeffrey Hammen

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Drums & Percussion, Electric Bass Teachers, Guitar Teachers
Location: West Bend
Instrument(s) Taught:      Guitar, Bass, Drums
Location:      West Bend
I am most comfortable with this age group:     Any
Teaching Experience:

1998-2003 – G.W.Music 2003-present – White house of music 2007-present – UW Washington Co. (professor of guitar studies classical, jazz)

Styles Taught:

All

Methods Taught:

Hal Leonard, Berklee College Press, Benward, Latarski, Mel Bay, Faber, etc.

Jeffrey Hammen

Lesson Instructor

Instrument(s) Taught:      Guitar, Bass, Drums Location:     ...

Nate Bjorge, Lesson Instructor

Nate Bjorge

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Drums & Percussion, Electric Bass Teachers, Guitar Teachers, Piano Teachers, Voice Teachers
Location: Brookfield
Instrument(s) Taught:     Voice, Drums and Percussion, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards
Location:      Brookfield
Music Education:

Bachelors in Commercial Music from Greenville University

Nate Bjorge

Lesson Instructor

Instrument(s) Taught:     Voice, Drums and Percussion, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards...

Ryan Erdmann, Lesson Instructor

Ryan Erdmann

Position: Lesson Instructor
Categories: Cello Teachers, Electric Bass Teachers, Theory Teachers, Upright Bass Teachers, Viola Teachers, Violin Teachers
Location: West Bend
Instrument(s) Taught:      Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Electric Bass, Music Theory
Location:      West Bend
I am most comfortable with this age group:     All ages.
Bio

Ryan Erdmann is a professional electric bassist, double bass player, and dynamic music educator who teaches 5th and 6th grade orchestra in West Bend, Wisconsin. He has multiple years of experience teaching applied instrument lessons on guitar, bass, drums, and orchestral strings. Outside of education, he performs a variety of musical genres, ranging from classical, to jazz, and to different styles of rock music. Performance highlights include events with the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra, Murphy’s Law, and an album credit on Michael Murphy’s debut album, Indigo Jones. Outside of performing and teaching, Ryan enjoys football, baseball, and various tabletop games.

Music Education:

Lawrence University Bachelors of Music – Instrumental/General Music Education & Music Theory Graduated December 2022.

Teaching Experience:

Orchestra Director – West Bend School District for 5th and 6th Grade Orchestra. 2023-present Private Lesson Instructor for Guitar, Electric Bass, Drums, Music Theory, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass. 2018-present Rock Infused Orchestra Bass & Violin Coach. 2023-present Mile of Music Education Team Member. 2023-present Music Teacher – Neenah Joint School District for 6th Grade Choir and Orchestra. 2023-2023. Heid Music Rock-U Coach. 2022-2023

Styles Taught:

Classical, jazz, rock, pop, country, alternative.

Methods Taught:

Ryan has experience implementing Sound Innovations, Essential Elements, and Hal Leonard curriculum for all instruments taught. Ryan also will develop and implement curriculum tailored to the needs and wishes of his students. Ryan enjoys following the Suzuki method of instruction and has plans to become a certified instructor of this method in the near future.

Ryan Erdmann

Lesson Instructor

Instrument(s) Taught:      Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Electric...

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