Learners
Learn Sacred Music
Whether you are a beginner picking up an instrument for the first time or an advanced musician deepening your craft, the Rocky Mountain Conservatory offers instruction rooted in the Church's living musical tradition.
What We Offer
Instruction for Every Stage
Our programs span private lessons and specialized study in hymnody — all shaped by a Lutheran understanding of music as proclamation. Now enrolling for fall 2026.
Private Lessons
One-on-One Instruction
Private lessons are the heart of the Conservatory's teaching. Each student works with a faculty member in a focused, personalized setting — building technique, musicianship, and a love for the Church's song.
Voice
Beginner through advancedClassical vocal technique grounded in the Lutheran choral tradition. Repertoire spans art song, sacred solo literature, chorale, and liturgical music. All voice types and experience levels welcome.
Organ
Beginner through advancedThe king of instruments — and the instrument of the congregation. Organ study at the Conservatory emphasizes liturgical service playing, hymn accompaniment, and the great organ literature of Bach and the Lutheran tradition.
Piano
Beginner through advancedPiano instruction builds foundational keyboard skills, music theory, and sight-reading. Students may pursue classical repertoire, sacred accompaniment, or both. Piano is also the recommended starting point for future organists.
Instruments
Beginner through intermediateString, wind, and brass instruction with an emphasis on ensemble playing and sacred repertoire. Instrumental students are encouraged to participate in Conservatory ensembles and congregational music.
Choirs & Ensembles
Sing and Play Together
The Church sings together. Ensemble participation is central to the Conservatory's vision — developing musicians who can lead, accompany, and strengthen the congregation's voice. We are forming our inaugural choir and welcome singers who want to be part of it from the beginning.
Conservatory Choir
We are forming our inaugural choral ensemble — a group of singers united by a love for Lutheran sacred music. Repertoire will span Reformation chorales, hymnody, and sacred choral works. Interested singers are encouraged to reach out now.
Forming now — contact us to express interest
Workshops & Intensives
Focused Study, Deep Formation
Workshops and intensives offer concentrated study in specific areas — ideal for students who want to go deep on a topic, for teachers seeking continuing education, and for congregational musicians looking to grow. Additional workshops are being planned; contact us to express interest or suggest a topic.
Hymn Festival Workshop
A workshop preparing singers and instrumentalists to lead and participate in congregational hymnody. Open to all levels.
Hymnody Study
The Church's Song, Studied and Sung
The Lutheran tradition has always been a tradition of new song. The Conservatory offers specialized study in hymnody for students who want to go deeper into the Church's musical heritage — its history, theology, and musical structure.
Hymnody Study
A guided study of the Lutheran hymnal — its history, theology, and musical structure. Students learn to sing, analyze, and teach the great hymns of the Church.
Student Portal
My Music Staff
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Accessible, Excellent Instruction
The Conservatory is committed to making excellent sacred music instruction accessible. Tuition rates are set to reflect the true cost of instruction while remaining within reach of families and congregations. Scholarships are available.
Contact us for current tuition rates. Scholarship applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Contact us — we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to Begin?
Enrollment is now open for fall 2026. Take the first step toward a deeper life in sacred music.