The music program at the University of Houston offers a three-tiered approach to music education, consisting of "private instruction, professional development and community outreach." Music degrees are not offered as part of the program, which means that it is open to all ages and skill levels. Faculty consists mostly of graduate students and visiting clinicians.
Houston Community College's music program is dynamic and well-rounded, offering classes in everything from jazz improvisation to electronic composition, MIDI to vocal classes. Students hone their skills on their instruments of choice with one-on-one instruction from a faculty that is composed of performing professionals. Students can enhance their education further with faculty- and student-led ensembles like the Texas JazzCentral Big Band. HCC rounds out its amenities for music students by providing digital music labs, recording studios and plenty of practice rooms.
For the fledgling Neil Peart or John Bonham in you, the Percussion Center offers drum and percussion lessons to all ages and skill levels. In addition to drum set lessons, the Percussion Center offers guided instruction in guitar, bass, keyboard and saxophone, as well as traditional percussion instruments like the djembe, conga and cajon. Staffed by experienced and seasoned professionals, the Percussion Center can meet the needs of anyone looking to get serious about building their skill on their instrument of choice.
Houston Music Institute takes a highly individualized approach to music education by tailoring curriculum to each student's individual learning style. According to its website, Houston Music Institute's model for music education is so effective that local universities send their music students, and former Houston Music Institute instructors now head music departments at major four-year universities like University of Houston, University of Texas and Southern Methodist University. For an intense, well-rounded and proven music education look no further than the Houston Music Institute.