Call the store to check for openings and to sign up! Our instructors are highly qualified and have the experience to teach from beginner to advanced levels and students aged 5 to 95!
Lesson Policy
Lessons are scheduled as weekly 1/2-hour lessons in our in-store studios. Rates are $22 per lesson. An Early Bird Discount of $2.00 per lesson is available if the full monthly tuition is paid in advance. For example, a typical 4-week month will cost $88.00. However, if the payment is received before the start of that month, the cost drops to $80.00. (Note: As independant contractors, some teachers may have different rates or discount policies. Check with the store for further information)
Students are buying the instructors time. Therefore, cancellations must be received at least 24 hours in advance in order to be rescheduled. Students should work with their instructors to schedule make-up lessons. No refunds will be given.
In the event of a teacher cancellation, either a make-up session may be scheduled or the lesson credit will carry-over.
Chris received his Bachelor of Music in Trombone performance from the Cleveland Institute of Music. While there he studied under several members of the Cleveland Orchestra including Rick Stout and Massimo La Rosa. Since graduating he has played with the Firelands Symphony Orchestra and the Akron Symphony Orchestra.
Arlyn has been working at Pfabe’s for over twenty years as a teacher. Prior to working at Pfabe’s, Arlyn was a music teacher for Willoughby-Eastlake Schools for 15 years.
Dan has been playing music since the age of 6! He is a graduate of Brunswick high school and studied music performance for 3 years at Cleveland State University. In addition to teaching at Pfabe’s, Dan often plays out in the community.
Professional jazz guitarist and saxophonist teaching and studying music of all genres for over 30 years, performing from the West Coast to the Midwest for over 20 years in a wide variety of settings. Currently on staff as a music teacher at Northeast Ohio Preparatory High School located in the Tremont district of Cleveland, OH as well as teaching music privately in a variety of settings; performing with various Cleveland based jazz projects as a saxophonist and guitarist; performing jazz as a solo guitarist throughout Northeast Ohio. Visit Brian's Website at www.brianearlyjazz.com
Marlyss has taught piano, woodwinds and brass throughout at all levels from elementary through college. An experienced educator, she has been focused on private instruction for many years. She is also the Organist and Choir Director at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Painesville Township.
Sue has a Bachelor of Science degree in Audio Recording through the School of Music at The Ohio State University. She Studied oboe with William P. Baker. In addition to playing in the OSU Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, Sue has played with the Cleveland Women’s Orchestra and played percussion in the OSU Marching Band. You might run into her as a substitute teacher in the Mentor Schools!
Ali “M’Pali” LePere has been playing trumpet for nearly two decades. In addition to teaching at Pfabe’s, Ali also works in the store as a sales associate and is the school liaison.
Jeremy graduated from Perry high school. He is the drummer for the legendary bluesman, Travis Haddix, in addition to teaching at Pfabe’s! Jeremy currently helps out the drumline at Madison High School.
