Where Boulder Finds Its Sound
Music and Theater for all instruments, ages, and abilities
What we offer
Lessons and classes
Parlando offers private lessons, group classes, and camps for all instruments, all ages, and all abilities — in person in Boulder or online.
Explore lessons and classesPerformance
Music and theater come alive on stage. From recitals to full-length musicals, Parlando students perform year-round for their community.
See performancesMusic outreach
Great music education belongs to everyone. Parlando reaches thousands of students each month through school partnerships, care facilities, neurodiverse programming, and free community performances across the region.
Learn about outreach
Parlando is the jewel in Boulder for the arts.
Mary M., parent of a Parlando student
Community impact
$1 million
Parlando is on track to award $1 million in tuition assistance to Boulder families by 2027 — making music education accessible to students of all backgrounds and abilities.
Choose the lesson package that's right for you
New to Parlando? Start with one of our introductory packages, a lower-commitment way to begin before enrolling in a full semester.
Trial lesson
Free
No commitment · any instrument
Schedule a free trial lesson with one of our faculty members and find the right fit before committing.
Sign up for a trial lesson
Intro package
From $99
3 lessons · 30, 45, or 60 min · up to $198
Three lessons with the faculty member that's the best fit for you, a low-commitment way to get started.
Sign up for the intro package
Starter package
From $185
6 lessons + free trial · 30, 45, or 60 min · up to $370
Six lessons for any instrument, includes a free trial lesson (seven lessons total).
Sign up for the starter package
Ready to commit to a full semester? Intro and starter packages are discounted as a one-time way to get started. Once you're ready to continue, semester tuition gives you ongoing weekly lessons, plus access to group classes and recitals.
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