Study Music with Julia

Dr. Julia Lougheed is Professor of Clarinet at Scottsdale Community College and an accomplished performer and music educator. Her teaching philosophy centers on cultivating independent, thoughtful musicians who approach their work with creativity, curiosity, and artistic purpose.

She provides students with a strong technical foundation that enables them to pursue challenging repertoire, achieve their individual musical goals, and develop distinctive artistic voices. Through a student-centered approach, Dr. Lougheed encourages students to take ownership of their musical development while fostering curiosity, adaptability, and expressive confidence.

Ultimately, she seeks to empower students to become independent artists, compassionate collaborators, and resilient individuals equipped to navigate their musical and professional lives with confidence and integrity.

A classroom or lecture hall with two women standing at the front. One woman is holding a clarinet, and both are engaged in a discussion. There is a music staff whiteboard, a piano, and a computer setup present in the room. Audience members are seated and facing the women.

1:1 Lessons

Julia helps enthusiastic students accomplish their unique goals by providing them with strong fundamentals and customized curriculum.

She offers individually-tailored lessons to help you meet your goals on clarinet. Whether you want to prepare for auditions for honor bands or college programs, prepare for an upcoming performance, or simply have fun expressing yourself through music, Julia would love to help you! 

Her students learn strong fundamental techniques and strategies to master the instrument, as well as hone their own artistic voices.

She teaches in the Phoenix, AZ area as well as online. Complete the inquiry form below to begin the process of joining the studio!

Other Offerings

  • Chamber Music Coachings

  • Masterclasses

  • School Visits (sectionals, clinics)

  • Marching Band Support

  • Lecture Series

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Julia’s students…

  • Go on to study music at competitive state universities

  • Win competitions and scholarships, including the 2026 Oscar Mayer Talent Scholarship

  • Audition into the ABODA Arizona All-State Band and Regional Honor Bands

  • Earn superior ratings at ABODA Solo and Ensemble Festival 

  • Play in the Phoenix Symphony Youth Orchestra

  • Learn skills on their instrument they carry with them for years 

  • Have a lot of fun playing a lot of different music! 

Student Successes & Testimonials

& here’s what they have to say about her lessons:


“Julia is the BEST teacher ever!” -current HS student

“She always makes me feel better, both about music and my life.” -current college student

“She’s tough, but she’s GOOD – she holds you to high standards, and helps you get there.” -current adult student

“Literally we sounded so different after one hour! It was unreal how much better she made us.” -HS chamber music student

Rates

Spring Semester Package: 

16 Lesson Package (save $120!) 

$1000 for hour lessons 

$520 for half hour lessons

Summer Packages:

10 Lesson Package (save $100!): 

$600 for hour lessons 

$300 for half hour lessons 

8 Lesson Package (save $60!) 

$500 for hour lessons 

$260 for half-hour lessons

Fall Semester Package: 

16 Lesson Package (save $120!) 

$1000 for hour lessons 

$520 for half hour lessons

Monthly Package: 

$250 for 4 hour lessons in one month (save $30!) 

Payment is due on the first of each month.

A la Carte:

$70.00 per hour ($40 for half hour), billed per lesson 

Lessons take place online or in person at Julia’s home studio.

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Work with Julia

Interested in clarinet lessons?

Please fill out the inquiry form and Julia will get in touch!

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