Music Lessons

on all instruments and voice

About Us

The Prindle School is a music school in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts offering OnSite private music lessons, classes, and ensembles in three convenient locations, as well as OnLine private lessons and OnDemand classes. Our more than 40 faculty members provide lessons on all instruments and in voice, and they have a wealth of experience delivering exactly the right program of lessons for each individual client: young children as they begin their music journey, highly dedicated professional musicians, adult learners who hope to bring more joy into their lives, and everything in between.

Our owners, Dan and Michelle Prindle, have over 50 years of combined experience in music education. Dan holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Composition from the Berklee College of Music, and Master of Music and Ph.D. degrees in music theory from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and also teaches music theory and ear training at Williams College. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Voice Performance from The Hartt School, a Master of Music degree in Voice Performance from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and is a Certified Waldorf Early Childhood Educator.

Mission Statement

It is The Prindle School’s mission to provide high-quality music education to students of all ages and abilities. Through music education, we aim to foster the growth of each student as a human being, building character, perseverance, confidence, resilience, and a creative spirit that will serve them throughout their lives.

Hear from our students…

"My skills are improving and I appreciate all the insights and exercises that you have provided. The Prindle School is awesome and I am always recommending your school to people I know."

Sarah T.
"I have learned so much from your instruction, and I have definitely seen myself progress. You obviously have great passion for music and helping others, and this comes through in the way you teach."

Olin R.
"I just wanted to say that we are super excited and looking forward to [our daughter's] class today. [Our son] loves his classes and is always looking forward to it which makes us so happy. You got two lifelong students here."

Chai G.

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A STATEMENT OF OUR CORE VALUES

The Prindle School accepts no federal funds, and ownership is therefore proud to exercise our first amendment right to state in the strongest possible terms that we believe in DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION.

DIVERSITY is our strength.

EQUITY is the beacon toward which we strive.

INCLUSION is our moral imperative.
ALL are welcome and safe here, today and every day in the future.