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Adaptive music instruction for families, and expertise for the programs that serve them.

Private lessons Consulting

Adaptive private lessons

In-home lessons for students who learn differently.

I've taught students with IEPs, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and a wide range of learning differences. My lessons aren't about drilling technique. They're about finding what makes music click for each student.

I travel to your home, so your student learns where they're most comfortable.

Kate DePalma playing a blue electric violin

Built around your student

A personal plan, flexible pacing, and lessons shaped by your student's interests and goals.

Research-informed

A Master of Music Education and 19 years of teaching, applied to every lesson.

Many instruments

Violin specialist. Also viola, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, and drums.

Beyond the instrument

Music theory, composition, songwriting, music history, and recording.

Start with a free 15-minute call

Serving Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Baker, and Nassau counties.

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"Kate instilled a lifelong love of music in my son. He began as a beginner elementary student and grew into one of the top performers in his high school music program. That kind of love of music and love of learning is priceless."
Parent of a private lesson student

Music education consulting

Helping music programs include every learner.

For nonprofits, arts organizations, community programs, and teaching artists who want their music offerings to work for students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.

Adapted curriculum design

Lessons and units built for access from the start, ready for your teachers to use.

Inclusive program planning

A review of your program, with clear, practical steps to reach more students.

Professional development

Workshops for teaching artists and educators. I've led grant-sponsored PD for the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville and the Community Foundation for Northeast Florida.

Start a conversation In person in Northeast Florida, or remote.