🎤 Private vs. Group Voice Lessons: Which Is Best for You?

Thinking about taking voice lessons but not sure where to start? One of the first choices you’ll face is whether to go solo (private lessons) or squad up (group lessons). Both can be awesome — it really depends on your goals, personality, and how you like to learn.

Let’s break it down so you can find your perfect singing setup!

🎶 Group Voice Lessons

Why you’ll love them:

• They’re social and fun! Singing with others builds instant community — and it’s way more fun than singing alone in your car.

• Confidence boost: You’ll get used to performing in front of others early on, which makes the stage way less scary later.

• Budget-friendly: Group lessons are more affordable, so they’re a great way to dip your toes in without a big investment.

What to keep in mind:

• Less personal feedback: With several voices in the room, the teacher can’t focus on every little detail of your sound.

• One pace fits all: The class moves together — so sometimes you might want to go faster… or slower.

• Set song choices: There’s usually a shared curriculum, which means you might not always get to sing your favorite tunes.

✨ Bottom line: Group lessons are perfect if you’re looking for a fun, social environment and want to build performance confidence.

🎤 Private Voice Lessons

Why they rock:

• All about YOU: Every voice is unique — and in private lessons, everything is tailored to your goals, style, and range.

• Faster results: One-on-one coaching means instant feedback and quicker improvement.

• Sing what you love: Broadway? Pop? Jazz? Taylor Swift? Your lessons can revolve around the music that lights you up.

• Your pace, your progress: Go as fast or as chill as you want — no keeping up with the group.

• Confidence in the spotlight: You’ll build performance skills in a low-pressure, supportive space before stepping out on stage.

A couple tradeoffs:

• Bigger investment: Private lessons cost a bit more, but the personalized attention is worth every note.

• Less built-in social time: You don’t have the group energy every week — though recitals and studio events help fill that gap!

✨ Bottom line: Private lessons are ideal if you’re serious about improving, prepping for auditions, or just want to feel confident every time you sing.

💫 So… Which One’s Right for You?

If you’re just exploring singing for fun and love a group vibe, start with a group class. But if you’re ready to dive deeper and grow your skills faster, private lessons are the clear winner.

At Janesville Academy of Music, we offer both — because every singer’s journey is different. Whether you want to belt out your favorite songs for fun or train for the stage, we’ll help you find the right fit and make your voice shine.