The Artful Musician

Music Classes for All Ages

Where joyful music-making inspires lifelong musicianship.

Music begins in families, grows through joyful musical experiences, and continues throughout life.

Fall Registration Is Now Open!

Classes begin the week of September 8

  • Family Music Classes
  • Becoming a Musician Classes
  • Children & Youth Choir
  • Adult Choir (launching October 8)

Class sizes are intentionally small to provide a high-quality musical experience. Register early to reserve your place.

A student’s place is reserved once registration and the materials fee have been received.

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Welcome to The Artful Musician

We inspire students of all ages to become confident musicians through joyful singing, movement, musical games and activities, music literacy, and meaningful musical experiences. Because the voice is our natural and first instrument, singing becomes the foundation for developing lasting musicianship that students carry with them throughout a lifetime of music-making.

We are a Utah Fits All scholarship provider

Music doesn’t come from the instrument.It comes from the musician.

Have you ever known someone who started music lessons only to quit before they developed lasting musical skills? Perhaps this is why.

Many students begin music study by trying to master two complex skills at the same time: how to play an instrument and how to understand the language of music. For many, this can take away the joy of learning and become laborious, overwhelming, and discouraging — causing them to give up before they experience the confidence and fulfillment that come from truly understanding music.

At The Artful Musician, we remove that frustration by helping students first develop musical understanding through joyful singing, movement, singing games, and meaningful musical experiences. These experiences become the foundation for learning to read, write, understand, and express music — skills that can then be applied to singing, instruments, choir, or any musical path they choose.

Our goal is to help every student become a lifelong musician — whether music becomes a profession, a treasured hobby, or simply a joyful part of everyday life.

Read more about our approach

Our Learning Pathways

Where joyful music-making inspires lifelong musicianship.

Music Begins in Families

Music Begins in Families

Strengthening family relationships through joyful music-making.

A joyful beginning for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the people who love them.

Explore Family Classes
Becoming a Musician

Becoming a Musician

Developing confident musicians through joyful music-making.

Sequential musicianship classes that help students build lasting musical understanding and independence.

Explore School-Age Classes
Performing Groups

Performing Groups

Where musicianship comes to life through joyful performance and community outreach.

Students apply their musicianship through inspiring performances, collaboration, and service.

Explore Performing Groups
Continuing the Journey

Continuing the Journey

Where every musical journey finds its next step.

Whether you’re discovering music for the first time or continuing a lifelong passion, there is always another step to take.

Explore Adult Learning
Rebecca McLaughlin

Meet Rebecca

I’m a mother of four boys, music educator, and lifelong musician who believes music has the power to strengthen families, build confidence, and enrich lives. For nearly three decades, I’ve had the privilege of helping students of all ages discover the joy of making music through meaningful musical experiences that inspire lifelong musicianship.

Whether you’re singing with your baby, helping your child develop musical confidence, or continuing your own musical journey as an adult, my goal is to help you experience the joy and lasting benefits of becoming a confident musician.

  • Kodály-certified Music Educator
  • Founder, The Artful Musician
  • Program Director, BYU InterMuse Kodály Certification Program
  • Emeritus Member, The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
Meet Rebecca

Ready to Begin Your Musical Journey?

Whether you’re joining us for the very first time or continuing your musical growth, we’d love to welcome you to The Artful Musician. Explore our classes, choose the program that’s right for you, and register today.

Want to try a class first? Email Rebecca at theartfulmusician@gmail.com to arrange one free class.