Matt Shill Music
From First Chord to
Conservatory Auditions.
One-on-one online music lessons in piano, guitar, voice, bass, drums, and songwriting — serious training, creative lessons, and music you actually want to play.
Student Outcomes
Real progress, real results
Students accepted to Juilliard, Berklee, Manhattan School of Music, and more — plus younger students writing, recording, and releasing professional-grade music before graduation.
15+
Years teaching
1M+
Streams on debut album
7
Instruments taught
Who It's For
Lessons built around your goals
Whether you're picking up an instrument for the first time or preparing for a conservatory audition, I tailor every lesson to where you are and where you want to go.
Kids & Teens
Build confidence, technique, and creativity early — with lessons that stay engaging week after week.
Adult Learners
No judgment, no rigid curriculum. Real progress at your pace, on your schedule.
Audition Prep
Conservatory-level coaching on repertoire, technique, and performance — from someone who's been through it.
Songwriters & Producers
Theory, ear training, and musicianship tied directly to the music you're creating.
How Lessons Work
What a lesson actually looks like
Every lesson is one-on-one and built around you — your goals, your skill level, and the music you care about. No cookie-cutter method books. No going through the motions.
Week 1
We talk about your goals, assess where you are, and build a plan that makes sense for you.
Weeks 2–4
Focused work on technique and fundamentals, paired with a song or piece you actually want to learn.
Ongoing
Theory, ear training, and performance prep woven in as you grow — always balanced with creative exploration.
- ✓Live 1-on-1 lessons with a working musician and educator
- ✓A structured, goal-based plan — not casual weekly check-ins
- ✓Practice assignments and progress tracking between every lesson — in your student portal
- ✓Scheduling and lesson management through the studio portal and this site
- ✓Technique, theory, ear training, and creative exploration in balance
- ✓Optional prep for ABRSM, auditions, or performance opportunities
Never Miss A Lesson™
When a student can't attend live, I record a custom video lesson with updated notes. Progress never stops.
- Included with every weekly subscription
- Built for busy families and packed calendars
- Every live lesson is recorded too
Never Miss A Lesson™ flow
Step 1 of 3
Conflict comes up
Emma has a school event during her Tuesday piano lesson.
Tue · 4:00 PM lesson
Conflict detected
Pricing
Weekly Subscription Plans
Weekly one-on-one lessons with flexible monthly or yearly billing.
Weekly lessons build real skill — I know your progress, your strengths, and what to work on next. Every subscription includes structured planning, progress tracking, and my Never Miss a Lesson guarantee.
30 Min
Weekly lesson
As low as
$46.19
per lesson
$199.99/mo
- ✓One-on-one lessons every week
- ✓Student portal for schedule, assignments, and notes
- ✓My "Never Miss a Lesson" guarantee
- ✓Cancel anytime before your next billing cycle
45 Min
Weekly lesson
As low as
$69.28
per lesson
$299.99/mo
- ✓One-on-one lessons every week
- ✓Student portal for schedule, assignments, and notes
- ✓My "Never Miss a Lesson" guarantee
- ✓Cancel anytime before your next billing cycle
60 Min
Weekly lesson
As low as
$92.38
per lesson
$399.99/mo
- ✓One-on-one lessons every week
- ✓Student portal for schedule, assignments, and notes
- ✓My "Never Miss a Lesson" guarantee
- ✓Cancel anytime before your next billing cycle
After subscribing, choose your weekly lesson time to complete setup. Choose your weekly lesson time.
About
Meet Matt Shill
“I want every student to leave a lesson feeling like they made real progress — and excited to come back next week.”
I've spent over 15 years teaching students of every age and level — from someone picking up a guitar for the first time to performers preparing for conservatory auditions. My job is to meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.
I hold dual degrees in Piano and Guitar Performance from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, with early training at the Eastman School of Music. I teach piano, guitar, voice, bass, and drums — blending formal technique with creativity, confidence, and real-world musicianship.
My students have been accepted to Juilliard, Berklee, Manhattan School of Music, and more. I've also worked with younger students on original songwriting, advanced sight reading, and professional-grade recordings — sometimes before they've finished high school.
Outside the studio, I'm a songwriter, recording engineer, and performer with over a million streams on my debut album.
FAQ
Common questions
Lessons are held online via video call. You'll need a reliable internet connection, a device with a camera, and your instrument. I work with students across time zones.
Your instrument (or a keyboard for piano beginners), a quiet space, and a willingness to practice between lessons. I'll help you figure out the rest at your free trial.
Every subscription includes my Never Miss a Lesson guarantee. Life happens — we'll work together to reschedule or make it up so you don't lose progress.
Yes. Book a free trial lesson and we'll spend time getting to know your goals, assessing your level, and making sure we're a good fit — no commitment required.
Choose a weekly lesson length and subscribe monthly or yearly through Stripe (save 10% with annual billing). After subscribing, you'll pick your weekly lesson time. Cancel anytime before your next billing cycle.
For younger students, parents are welcome to observe — especially early on. As students get comfortable, many prefer to learn independently. We'll find what works best for your family.
Contact
Get in touch
I reply to every message within 24 hours.
- ✓15+ years of teaching experience
- ✓Never Miss a Lesson guarantee
- ✓Cancel anytime before your next billing cycle