<p>does anyone know of schools that have programs, such as continuing education programs, that are not degree granting programs, and therefore do not require admission yet still offer high quality instruction? i know that the new england conservatory has such a program:</p>
<p>These are not all inclusive. Try googling “adult music education”, “continuing music education”, “community music schools”.</p>
<p>Most of the larger/well known programs have some type of non degree attached music instruction. Some may be geared more to development, pre college type tracks, others may cater more to those who want to start or refresh skills. You can also get some very high quality training at any number of community music schools. Not all will have an institutional collegiate affiliation.</p>
<p>Are you looking strictly for music,etc. instruction outside of an academic curriculum or are you considering taking music lessons, classes, while in college? If this latter option is the case, you might consider attending a university that has an affiliation with a conservatory ( Case-Western with Cleveland Institute of Music, University of Rochester with Eastman School of Music). The strength of the affiliation varies- both of the schools I have mentioned have their own music faculty, but sometimes, classes and faculty are mixed and you may find yourself working with profs who also teach in the conservatory (this would be more likely to be the case with music history, theory,etc, than with actual lesson time with conservatory faculty).</p>
<p>does anyone know how reputed high quality private lessons from instructors in large, legitimate metropolises not necessarily affiliated with go-to schools might compare against these extension programs?</p>
<p>as in, if i able to get lessons from one of the best instructors in the city without a go-to school extension program available, how would the quality compare to lessons in these extension divisions. specifically, i would be looking for jazz guitar lessons in montreal.</p>
<p>Great teacher/instructor/mentors are everywhere, and may not be necessarily attached or affiliated with a formal program. The trick is finding one that fits you, your learning style, and that can mesh without major conflict and get you to the highet level possible.</p>
<p>There are others; seach the forum for teacher or instructor. </p>
<p>Part of the learning process is interaction with other musicians in ensemble scenarios. This is particularly true in jazz. A formal program incorporates this within curriculum. A good private instructor will also recognize this and should provide some input and experience in ensemble work.</p>