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Private lessons in Piano, Voice, Violin, Cello, Flute, Trumpet, Saxophone, Guitar, and Ukulele.

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About Us

Our Story

In spring of 2010, we were living in Fort Smith, AR where I offered to teach a history of music class for a local homeschool co-op at the request of some of the families. It was a lot of fun, and it got me thinking about the need for music education among homeschoolers. After completing my graduate work in 2011, I took a short break from research and writing. Then I set out on something I had needed to do for years, write out a personal philosophy of music. This later became The Tuned In Musician. This led to a personal certainty that we had to find a way to serve the community more, and better, through teaching music and making it available to everyone.

Our Program

Private Lessons

Private lessons students are one-on-one with their teacher in a mentor model kind of situation

Small Group Classes

At TIA, we believe that music is purposed to be made in community. Private lessons are great, but musicians need to learn to make music together, to play together in rhythm, in harmony, in unison, and in tune.

Music Therapy

TIA is fortunate to have not just one but TWO of our very own board certified Music Therapists right here in Olympia.

What Other Say About Us

“Daniel has been a patient and fun teacher for our child. He emails updates to us regularly that are super helpful. I appreciate it!”

“Having recently discovered TIA, we are so thrilled with our piano teacher! Ashlyn is super friendly, great communication, and makes lessons fun!”

“We are so happy to have found Tuned In Academy! My son has been taking Piano with Joshua and we couldn’t be happier! He leaves every day with a huge smile and a plan for how to improve and strengthen his skills. He is very new to playing but he is thriving and it’s all thanks to the welcoming environment and skilled teachers at TIA! ♥️“

“Josh is great! Our son goes to the one in Olympia. His methods have convinced us to move our others son’s lessons to TIA as well.”

“Tuned In Academy has provided our family with the opportunity to learn music. We love the instructors and pacing so far. Their Lab classes are so affordable!”

“My son has been with SD for almost 2 years and has really loved it! I’m so proud of how he has embraced music and his own success. I’m so grateful to have been referred to this school. The TIA has created and amazing musical community.”

News & Article

Improvisation is not Just a Huge Part of Jazz and Music, but Life

Improvisation is not just a huge part of jazz and music, but life.
The students in our JazzLab are so good, so fun to work with, and learning so much! Yesterday was a unique situation with two key players (bass and piano) out for different reasons. But everyone showed up and did a great job of improvising not just in terms of improvising over chord changes but as instrumentalists and musicians in a group with a need to make some on the spot changes to arrangements and such!

June 22, 2025 No Comments

Songwriting in Action

There are so many unique and important elements of songwriting: the purpose of the song, the melody, the harmony (chords), the song structure and format, lyrics, verse development (how each new verse colors the chorus differently), rhyme, and so much more! Looking to learn the craft of songwriting? Jenna and Caleb are here for you in Olympia!

June 15, 2025 No Comments

The Power of the Flute

If you are looking to learn a fun and versatile instrument, the flute is a great choice. They are also small and easily portable/travel well so if you like to be on the move, the flute is a great choice. If you are here in the Olympia area, Brandy would love to work with you!

June 15, 2025 No Comments