Your child will grow from a music lover to a music maker
with weekly private or group music lessons
​at Infusing Music Studios!
"I have nothing but great things to say about this studio! I highly recommend Infusing Music Studios to anyone who is seeking music lessons with teachers who are so incredibly invested to inspire and develop disciplined and confident students who LOVE music."
~ Jessica Taylor

Teachers

Piano, Cello, Ukulele, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Harmonica, Voice, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion, and Didgeridoo
Music Therapy and Adaptive Private Lessons also offered!
Clara McDonald
Piano and Flute
Charlie Lumpkins
Piano and ​Didgeridoo
Laurie Underwood
Piano
Trevor Turville
Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Harmonica
Ellie Rutter
​Voice
John Muther
​Piano, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion
Mary Gaughan
Cello, Guitar, Music Therapy, Adaptive Private Lessons
Georgia Sears
​Piano
Dezzy O'Connell
​Voice
Clara McDonald
Piano and Flute
Inspired by my mother’s beautiful nighttime music, I began taking piano lessons at age five. Four years later I took up the flute.

I have directed, accompanied, and participated in choirs, bands, orchestras, worship teams, and handbell choirs. Over the years I have played for recitals, weddings, funerals, art shows, recordings, accompanied vocalists, given solo recitals, adjudicated competitions, and worked as the administrator for a conservatory of arts program.

I work with students to develop an individualized curriculum that incorporates their desires and goals, as well as including a solid foundation of the fundamentals.

I also offer Sound Beginnings group classes for preschoolers and Let's Play Music group classes for students ages 4–6.
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate / Early Advanced

Ages
0 – Adult

Availability
Monday, Tuesday

Education / Experience
B.A. Music Education
25 years private instruction

Rates
Let's Play Music group classes: $56–70/month
Sound Beginnings group classes: $36–52/month
Weekly 30-minute lessons: $125/month
Weekly 45-minute lessons: $187/month
Weekly 60-minute lessons: $250/month
Weekly 50-minute partner lessons: $121/month per student
Weekly 60-minute partner lessons: $142/month per student

​Sibling discount available
Charlie Lumpkins
Piano and Didgeridoo
Hailing from New England, I have studied piano since 1995 and have worked as a private instructor with students of all ages and levels for over 15 years. My primary goals as an instructor are to foster musical exploration and inspire the development of creative and independent musicians. Utilizing a student-centered approach, I tailor lessons to each individual and encourage students to actively participate in their education. 

In addition to my formal classical piano studies, I have studied voice and composition and performed in a touring choir, a Javanese gamelan ensemble, and in jazz, funk, and rock bands. I have a special affinity for the Australian didgeridoo, which I have taught students to build and play. These diverse musical perspectives provide me a wealth of resources to draw upon to help students on their unique musical journeys.
Levels 
Beginner / Intermediate/ Early Advanced

Ages
5 – Adult

Availability
Thursday, Friday

Education / Experience
B.A. Music (Ethnomusicology)
18 years private piano instruction
3 years middle and elementary school music instruction

Rates
$27 per 30-minute lesson
$37 per 45-minute lessons
$47 per 60-minute lessons
​WunderKeys semi-private: $57/month
Laurie Underwood
Piano
When I was 8 years old, my parents signed me up for my first piano lesson.  Playing the piano quickly became an important part of my life, and 10 years later led to a college scholarship when I was selected as my high school’s Sterling Scholar in music.  In college, I continued to study the piano, music theory and history, and accompanied my college choir.  After completing my B.A., I found an interest in education and took additional classes in teaching and learning.

​I have always enjoyed teaching others and through the years have taught piano lessons, snowboarding, art, tennis, and even search and rescue dog handlers.  Since moving to Flagstaff 5 years ago, I have worked as a preschool teacher, and have also spent many hours volunteering in the elementary schools with the Masterpiece Art program.

​My goal as a piano teacher is to help inspire a love of music that will draw the student back to the piano day after day.  I will adapt lessons to fit a student’s learning style, needs, and goals, and will do my best to make the learning process an enjoyable one. 
Level
Beginner / Intermediate

Ages
5 – Adult

Availability
​Wednesday, Thursday

Education / Experience
B.A. in Art with minors in Music and Psychology
Post Baccalaureate studies in Primary and Secondary Education

Rates
$22 per 30-minute lesson
$30 per 45-minute lesson

10% total discount if two or more family members are enrolled in lessons
Trevor Turville
Guitar, Bass Guitar, Banjo,
​Ukulele, Mandolin, Harmonica 
Trevor is an accomplished singer/songwriter and versatile musician, proficient on the guitar, banjo, piano, bass, drums, harmonica and mandolin. He has over 12 years of teaching experience and 20 years experience as a performer. He teaches across many styles including jazz, blues, country, rock, metal, and bluegrass, and enjoys teaching students of all levels.

Trevor studied jazz and classical styles on guitar under Dr. Douglas James and Mr. Todd Wright, as well as music theory on piano, at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. While there he was a member of the Appalachian State Jazz Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, and the Gospel Choir. He has a B.A. in Latin American studies. He is currently working on an original project, Ace Slim, in which he is writing and performing a style of music that crosses many spectrums.

His approach to teaching is focused on the student having fun while making notable progress, so that students get enjoyment out of lessons and practicing. Trevor is mindful of the importance of structure, theory, and technique, but laid back in his ability to accommodate the student's own goals and aspirations.
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced

Ages
5 – Adult

Availability
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Experience
13 years of private and group guitar instruction

Rates
$25 per 30-minute lesson
$35 per 45-minute lesson
​$45 per 60-minute lesson
Ellie Rutter
Voice
My journey with music began at a very young age. I started violin at the age of five and the piano at the age of six. As I grew older I switched to playing the viola and began to sing. In high school I was the section leader in orchestra for the violas and choir president for two years. I found my passion for singing my last two years of high school. In college I began working at Black Bart's steakhouse and continue to work there to further my musical abilities. I graduated from NAU with a B.A. degree in Music with minors in Psychology and Italian. I personally believe that music is therapy and can be used to help people grow and accomplish their dreams. 

My goal as a piano and voice instructor is to help students achieve their own musical goals at their own pace. Students will learn basic fundamentals, music theory, and technique. I would like to establish, in my students, the genuine appreciation for music that I was introduced to at a very young age. 
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate / Early Advanced

Ages
5–Adult

Availability
Tuesday, Wednesday

Education / Experience
B.A. Music (emphasis in voice)


Rates
​$40 per 45-minute lesson
Discounts available — inquire for details
John Muther
Piano, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion
John has made music his entire life, starting piano in 2nd grade, flute in 4th, guitar and trumpet in 8th and singing the whole time. He still loves picking up a new instrument and getting the excitement of starting as a beginner again. He took music theory classes in college for fun while getting an English degree, and returned a few years later to get a full music degree.  During that time he also began teaching private lessons. He also performs as a singer-songwriter, sings in choirs, and plays in wind ensembles whenever he has the opportunity.

In 2015, Pine Forest Charter School in Flagstaff gave him the opportunity to work in the classroom with kids from 1st through 8th Grades. He loves teaching both the beginning fundamental skills as well as doing the more subtle work involved with advanced players. He loves getting people to sing and play together, and he loves band most of all.

The real joy for John comes not from how difficult a piece is, but rather how musical and beautiful the player can make every note.  John lives by the words of one of his favorite directors: Making music is fun. Making music well is more fun. Making music well together is the most fun of all.
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate / Early Advanced

Ages
6–Adult

Availability
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Education / Experience
B.A. English Literature; B.A. Music (Theory)
​7 years private instruction
5 years K–8 music teacher, band and choir director

Rates
​$25 per 30-minute lesson
Discounts available — inquire for details
Mary Gaughan
Cello, Guitar, Music Therapy,
​Adaptive Private Lessons
​I am an Arizona native having grown up in Tucson, attended college in Phoenix, and currently living in the beautiful Flagstaff area. I received my Bachelors of Music in Music Therapy from Arizona State University, focusing on cello as well as studying guitar and voice. I have 17 years of experience as a classically trained cellist and have taught several students of all levels throughout my musical career. I have been playing the guitar for 10 years and have utilized guitar both with my music therapy clients, for my personal hobby of singing/songwriting, and in private lessons. My teaching style focuses on helping students to build a strong musical foundation, understand music theory, and build good technique. I love utilizing different creative approaches in my teaching to keep things fun and ensure students are motivated and see progress in each lesson.

​I am a board-certified music therapist and am available to provide adaptive lessons (piano, voice, guitar, ukulele) for individuals when traditional lessons may not be effective or appropriate. I also offer individualized music therapy sessions where I use music as a means to achieve non-musical goals for individuals with development, physical, or learning disabilities. Goals for music therapy can include increased attention span, improved fine/gross motor skills, speech and language development, increased confidence, and emotional regulation.
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate / Early Advanced

Ages
5 – Adult

Availability
Monday, Thursday

Education / Experience
B.A. Music Therapy from ASU
4 years of private  instruction
6 years as a board-certified music therapist

Rates
Cello
$28 per 30-minute lesson
$42 per 45-minute lesson
$55 per 60-minute lesson

Guitar
$25 per 30-minute lesson
$35 per 45-minute lesson
$45 per 60-minute lesson
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Adaptive Lessons and Music Therapy Services
Please inquire for free consultation and prices
​*Approved vendor through ESA
Georgia Sears
Piano
I started taking piano lessons when I was six years old. My mom would frequently play piano in our home. One day I told her that I would like to learn how to do that! And so the adventure began… 

I completed my Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ.  I earned my Master of Music in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Houston. I have been teaching piano for over 30 years and have been everything from “the piano teacher down the street” to a college professor.

My students have been just as diverse; they've won local and state competitions, majored in music, played for their churches, schools, communities, and simply for themselves.

My top priority as a teacher is to deliver quality musical information in a way that passes along the joy of learning and playing music to my students. I tailor lessons to motivate students, help them find their own passions, and make life lesson connections.

I like to use a lot of improvisation and composition in addition to learning the music of other composers to help students become well rounded musicians who can rise to any occasion of their choosing.
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced

Ages
5 – Adult

Availability
Monday

Education / Experience
B.M. in Piano Performance under Dr. Judy Lively
M.M. in Piano Performance and Pedagogy under Nancy Weems
Post Graduate Private Study with Dean Elder and Dr. Timothy Woolsey

10 years college level teaching
30 years private studio teaching of all ages

Rates
Free Trial Lesson / Interview
Rate options to be discussed
Dezzy O'Connell
Voice
Dezzy O'Connell (tenor) has a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance from Northern Arizona University. Born in Colorado, they grew up in Mesa, Arizona and graduated from Red Mountain High School, where they participated in several choirs and productions, including Addam’s Family, Shrek the Musical, and Little Shop of Horrors. They have participated in regionals for three years, All-State, and all-state show choir. They are an award-winning soloist from the Music in the Parks festival in Disneyland California. In the past few semesters, O’Connell has participated in NAU ensembles such as Shrine of the Ages, Men’s Chorale, University Singers, Northern Voices Vocal Jazz, High Altitude Vocal Jazz, the tenor/bass a cappella group Highlanders, and chamber choir. O’Connell has also been the soloist for the oratorio, “Jephte” as Jephte. They have participated in productions such as The Magic Flute, Peter Grimes scenes program, The Light in The Piazza as Fabrizio Naccarelli, Love is a Plaintive Song scenes program (combination of musical theatre and opera), Gherardo in Gianni Schicchi, and La Finta Giardiniera as The Count Belfiore. O’Connell also served as a music intern at the Church of the Red Rocks in Sedona, AZ.
Levels
Beginner / Intermediate

Ages
5 – Adult

Availability
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday

Education
B.A. in Vocal Music Performance

Rates
$25 per 30-minute lesson
$40 per 45-minute lesson
Discounts available - inquire for details