Genre and Styles

We are not a genre specific school. Our students study forms ranging from Rock, Pop, Jazz, Classical to Folkloric and others. If a student is connected to a certain music genre or form, we believe that this category should be celebrated and highlighted at the onset of music study. Simultaneously, we trust that building a strong foundation of facility, technique and understanding of music theory will allow our students to pursue a number of paths. Particularly for younger students, it is our goal to build strong fundamentals. With strong fundamentals, students are able to deepen their exploration of their unique musical tastes. Altogether, our efforts are steered by our students' music interests while stressing the development of foundational skills and technique that are paramount to thriving as a musician.  . 

 

Recitals and Performances

Philly Music Factory holds two performances per season. Our first is usually early January. The final performance is usually early June. There are typically 4-6 shows scheduled during a weekend that feature a mix of levels and ages. We work to prepare all students to perform; however, performance is not mandatory. In certain cases, particularly with younger children, students hold off on performing because they haven't had enough experience. We endeavor to support all of our students in growing to be confident performers, understanding that the duration of this process is unique to each individual. 

 

Ensembles 

Philly Music Factory ensembles are an opportunity for students to play and perform music as groups. The ensembles tend to mix ages. There is also variance in experience level. The character of how ensemble personnelle is composed supports our organization in realizing its mission to grow skills for communication, leadership and teamwork. Students are eligible to participate in ensembles once they've demonstrated confidence in their capacity to learn and play and commitment to their musical practice is visibly clear. The school sends invitations to eligible students; however, we always welcome families to inquire. 

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Pricing/ Process

Email vincelemuel@gmail.com to inquire about lessons. Please email referencing who the lessons are for, age, experience level, instrument preference, and preferred days and times. Vince will clarify availability and work to match you with an instructor if possible. After you're matched with an instructor and timeslot, you'll be invited in for a 30min trial lesson. If you're satisfied, we will move forward with the registration process. 

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After School Pick Up

In collaboration with After School Philly,  Philly Music Factory offers pick up from Greenfield, ICS and Chester Arthur. Space is limited. Contact afterschoolphilly@gmail.com for more information and registration. Learn More.

 

Free Trial

You are welcome to take your first 30min trial with Philly Music Factory for free. Before signing you up, we want to ensure that we are a good match for one another. 

 

$75 registration fee

Philly Music Factory lesson slots are in high demand. In most cases, the lesson time slot that you select will remain yours for the entire school season. To encourage commitment and accountability on all ends, we require a $75 registration fee that covers the school year. This fee is non-refundable. The completion of this fee secures your lesson time and membership with the school for the season. 

 

Lesson Prices
30min = $48
45min = $68
60min = $83

Lessons are billed within a few days after lesson completion via a card on file. 

Late Cancellations

We request that we are notified at least 24hrs before cancellations. When there are same day and/or last minute cancellations there is a $30 fee for 30min lessons; $45 for 45min and $60  for 60min lessons. Email phillymusicfactory@gmail.com and your teacher when you need to cancel.

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Note to After School Pick Up Families

ASP families, it is not sufficient to only let management at Martial Posture/After School Philly know of your absence. For music cancellation, we will only honor early cancellations that are reported to Philly Music Factory management and teachers. 

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Cancellation Policy Exemption: 5 Days of Sickness Cancellations 

Each family is permitted 5 days of sickness cancellations during the school season. If you choose to apply a sickness cancellation, you will not be charged for the day of cancellation. After 5 sickness cancellations are applied, normal late/day of cancellation charges will apply. 

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Note to After School Pick Up Families

For families registering for music lessons via After School Philly, our team of counselors are tasked with getting students to their lessons. Lessons either take place at MoveMakers Philly (2100 Chestnut) or First Unitarian Church (2125 Chestnut). For the church, students that are stationed at MoveMakers and Martial Posture are walked to and from the church. Families should plan to pick up students from either MoveMakers Philly or Martial Posture. We prefer that families not pick up from the church as we do not have full sign out protocols in place at the church. If you insist on picking up from the church proper notification to Philly Music Factory and After School Philly admin teams is required. 

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Note that ICS and Marian Anderson both have later dismissal times. Your lessons would need to be 4:15 or after. Keep in mind that you might have to sacrifice a dance or martial arts class for the music lesson. 

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PSD Half Days and School Closings

Our teaching staff are available on half days and school closings. They will prepare to teach unless early cancellations are made. If cancellations are not made in the approved time, cancellation charges will apply. Often our management team will send reminder emails to families. However, this isn’t to be relied on. 

Please refer to the PSD 2025/2026 Calendar 

 

Tracking Lesson Progress / Communicating with your teachers 

We encourage you to keep in touch with your teachers and PMF management about your child’s progress and information on how you can support their practice at home. We understand that families have varying degrees of investment in their child’s music practice. Regular practice is paramount in order for lessons to actually progress, whether it is 5min or 30mn. It is our priority that teachers at PMF are not relegated to babysitters. Let’s all work together to ensure that each student is getting a musical benefit. Please check in with your teachers periodically for progress reports. When teachers contact you, please help us by being responsive. Also if you need affordable options for instruments or help setting up instruments at home, please do not hesitate to ask us. We will help. It is our goal to support your children in reaching their potential. 

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2100 Chestnut and First Unitarian Church

Lessons are eligible for being scheduled at either location. Management will clarify your lesson location. If you are an After School Philly member, their team of counselors will ensure that each student gets to their lesson and back to their main location whether MoveMakers or Martial Posture. After School Philly will release daily schedules to each family.