Asheville Music School

Nonprofit community music school with scholarship program

Asheville Music School is a nonprofit community music school offering private lessons, ensembles, and group classes from age 4 through adult. Scholarship fund (Paul Thorpe Music Education Fund) supports underserved students with lessons and instrument assistance.

Programs

Wide instrument coverage with private and group formats. Programs include:

• Private lessons across multiple instruments and styles
• Bands and ensembles
• Group classes and workshops
• Summer camps
• Online lessons option
• Outreach programs (at-risk youth, individuals with disabilities, seniors)

What's Included

• Private lesson rooms at Ridgelawn Road location
• Scholarship support for qualifying students
• Instrument assistance via Paul Thorpe Fund
• Bus accessibility (W1, W2, W6 routes)

Experience

Nonprofit format with scholarship access makes this a strong choice for families who want music lessons but don't have the budget for typical for-profit studio rates. Outreach programs extend access beyond paying students.