Training the Ear.
Forming the Mind.
Conservatory-level music training for serious young musicians through live online instruction.
Conservatory-Level
Music Education.
The National Music Conservatory provides structured music education through live online instruction.
Designed especially for homeschool families, NMC welcomes motivated young musicians from a variety of educational backgrounds.
Music Education for Every Stage.
The National Music Conservatory is developing a connected educational pathway for younger students, college-bound musicians, adult learners, and families seeking private instruction.
Preparatory Division
Ages 7β11
A foundational program for younger musicians designed to build musical literacy, listening skills, and readiness for future Conservatory study.
Enrollment is not yet open. Families may request information to receive future program updates.
Conservatory Division
Ages 12β18
Our flagship, multi-year course of study combines Music Theory, Aural Skills, musical analysis, and professional formation through live online instruction.
Fall 2026 applications are open for the Conservatory Track and individual academic courses.
Adult Academy
Ages 18+
A structured pathway for adult musicians seeking serious academic study, stronger musicianship, creative development, or professional growth.
Adult students may currently apply for available academic courses and private lessons while the complete Academy pathway is developed. Adult Academy tuition is separate from Conservatory Division tuition.
Four Years of Progressive Formation.
The Conservatory Division is designed as a progressive sequence that develops musical understanding, disciplined practice, artistic confidence, and readiness for collegiate or professional study.
Foundations
Music Theory 1β2
Aural Skills 1β2
Core literacy, rhythm, harmony, sight-singing, dictation, and analytical skills.
Emphasis
Music Theory 3
Emphasis Studio
Intermediate theory, integrated aural training, applied musicianship, and guided areas of emphasis.
Advanced Study
Music Theory 4
Advanced Studio
Advanced analysis, integrated aural skills, creative work, performance development, and specialized study.
Professional Formation
Capstone & Portfolio
Performance, mentorship, professional materials, and preparation for college, ministry, teaching, or creative work.
A Focused Beginning.
Fall 2026 begins with foundational courses designed to build complete musicianship.
Music Theory 1
Notation, scales, intervals, keys, rhythm, harmony, analysis, and musical structure.
Aural Skills 1
Ear training, pitch recognition, rhythmic fluency, dictation, sight-singing, and applied musicianship.
Music Appreciation
A course in musical style, form, context, history, and meaning.
Private Lessons Teach an Instrument.
Conservatory Training Forms a Musician.
NMC complements private study by giving students broader training in theory, ear training, analysis, and musical fluency.
Musical Literacy
Students learn to read, understand, and communicate music with confidence.
A Trained Ear
Students strengthen the skills that support performance, rehearsal, and study.
Structured Growth
A clear sequence helps students progress beyond disconnected lessons or casual study.
Curriculum Review
Every National Music Conservatory course undergoes a collaborative academic review process before it is offered to students. Courses are evaluated for musical accuracy, instructional sequence, educational rigor, and age-appropriate learning outcomes to ensure a consistent, conservatory-level educational experience.
Our curriculum review team includes experienced university educators, composers, professional performers, and orchestral musicians whose backgrounds include teaching at leading universities and performing with professional ensembles. Together, they help uphold the Conservatory’s academic standards and commitment to excellence.
Two Ways to Begin.
Whether students are pursuing comprehensive conservatory training or choosing individual courses, The National Music Conservatory offers two enrollment pathways designed to meet their educational goals.
| Conservatory Track | Individual Course Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum | Complete Music Training | Choose individual courses |
| Ideal For | Students pursuing comprehensive musical training | Focus on individual subjects |
| Enrollment | Structured academic pathway | Study at your own pace |
| Recommendation | β Our Signature Program | Excellent supplemental study |
Fall 2026 Tuition.
Conservatory Division families may pay in full or choose a four-payment installment plan. Adult Academy tuition is listed separately below.
Conservatory Track
Music Theory 1 + Aural Skills 1
or 4 payments of $415
Music Theory 1
or 4 payments of $215
Aural Skills 1
or 4 payments of $215
Music Appreciation
or 4 payments of $145
Family Discount
Families enrolling more than one student may receive a family discount.
The first student is charged the standard tuition rate. Each additional sibling enrolled in the same semester receives 10% off tuition.
Family discounts apply to course tuition only, unless approved by The National Music Conservatory.
Schedule: Music Theory 1 meets Monday/Wednesday 8:00β8:45 AM CT. Aural Skills 1 meets Monday/Wednesday 9:00β9:45 AM CT. Music Appreciation meets Thursday 9:00β10:00 AM CT. Thanksgiving Study Week is November 23β27, 2026.
Adult Academy Tuition
Adult Academy courses follow a separate tuition structure from the Conservatory Division.
Music Theory courses: $1,200 per semester
Aural Skills courses: $1,200 per semester
Adult electives: $950 per semester
Private music lessons are priced separately according to lesson length.
Private Music Lessons.
The National Music Conservatory offers personalized live online instruction for students seeking focused growth in performance, technique, musicianship, and creative development.
Areas of Instruction
- Acoustic Guitar
- Electric Guitar
- Piano
- Drum Set
- Percussion
- Composition (One-on-One)
- And more on the way!
Instrument Lessons
30-Minute Lesson
$55 per lesson
45-Minute Lesson
$75 per lesson
60-Minute Lesson
$95 per lesson
Ideal for beginning through advanced students seeking personalized instruction and musical growth.
Composition One-on-One Lessons
Individual instruction for students interested in writing original music, developing compositional techniques, notation, orchestration, and creative musicianship.
45-Minute Lesson
$75 per lesson
60-Minute Lesson
$95 per lesson
Composition lessons are offered in 45- and 60-minute formats only.
Lesson placement and scheduling are based on instructor availability. Private lessons may be selected on their own or added alongside Conservatory Track or individual course enrollment.
Built by Musicians and Educators.
Our faculty combines professional performance experience, academic training, and a passion for teaching. Each instructor is committed to helping students develop the knowledge, discipline, and artistry necessary for lifelong musicianship.
Cody Truett
Founder & Executive Director
Cody Truett established the National Music Conservatory with the conviction that serious musical training should be available regardless of geographic location. Drawing on years of experience as an educator, performer, arranger, and music ministry leader, he designed the conservatory to cultivate musical fluency, disciplined study, and artistic excellence through live online instruction.
His vision is to equip students with the knowledge, discipline, and musicianship needed to thrive in collegiate study, professional performance, church music ministry, and lifelong musical growth.
Matthew Foss
Music Theory & Aural Skills Faculty
Matthew Foss is a composer, educator, and arts administrator based in the DallasβFort Worth area. After nearly a decade as a touring musician, he earned his bachelorβs degree in Nashville before continuing his studies at Southern Methodist University, where he received a Master of Music in Composition and Music Theory Pedagogy.
At The National Music Conservatory, Matthew teaches Music Theory and is committed to equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed for advanced musical study, college preparation, and lifelong musicianship.
Chris Patterson
Music Appreciation & Percussion Faculty
Chris Patterson is a performer, composer, educator, clinician, and session musician based near Nashville, Tennessee. Throughout his career, he has combined professional performance experience with a passion for music education, helping students develop both technical excellence and artistic confidence.
At The National Music Conservatory, Chris is dedicated to helping students grow into versatile, well-rounded musicians by combining real-world professional experience with thoughtful, engaging instruction.
Partner With the Conservatory.
The National Music Conservatory works with homeschool organizations, private schools, and educational communities seeking live online music academics that complement their existing programs.
Bring Structured Music Academics to Your Students
Potential partnerships may include Music Theory, Aural Skills, Music Appreciation, customized enrollment pathways, and support for schools that want to strengthen their music curriculum without building every course internally.
Apply for Fall 2026 Admission.
Applications are open for Conservatory Division students ages 12β18, adult students enrolling in currently available courses, and students seeking private lessons. Fall classes begin September 9, 2026, and conclude December 17, 2026.
Questions Before Applying?
We would be happy to answer your questions about curriculum, scheduling, tuition, or whether The National Music Conservatory is the right fit for you or your student.