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The quality of our faculty is unmatched.

But don't take our word for it – see our faculty bios (link), and compare them to alternatives. All of our instructors are highly educated in their instrument, with almost all having a Masters degree or equivalent. You'll notice that we don't just have a "strings" instructor or a brass" instructor – our faculty are experts are their primary instrument, and we work hard to recruit and maintain faculty that are to the highest standards.

Location, location, location.

Are you tired of driving 30 minutes or more for quality music education? We established our primary studio in the Sykesville/Eldersburg area after research into the specific needs of the county. We chose to focus on an area that did not have these opportunities available close by.

Start out on the right foot.

Getting the right instructor and learning environment from the beginning means you don't have to go backwards later to fix your technique or hand position. Starting your instrument with an expert alongside you means that you'll learn faster, better, and have more fun!

Check out our site.

Look around our website to see what we're about and if you have any questions, contact us.

Snow Policy/Inclement Weather

Opus generally aligns with Carroll County Public Schools and the Carroll County Snow Emergency Plan. If CCPS activities are canceled, Opus will also cancel classes for that day. Decisions regarding cancellations will be communication through e-mail and mymusicstaff. If in doubt, contact your instructor.

Makeup Policy

Students receive one makeup per semester, and this can be used in the case of illness, or other reason. Please advise your instructor as soon as you can that you will not be in attendance. Additional makeups are given solely at the discretion of the instructor, and are not guaranteed. Makeup weeks are included at the end of the semester.

Financial aid is possible for eligible students. Please click here for more information.

Our teachers are experts in their instruments, and can certainly make recommendations on acquiring an instrument if you don't already have one, or are looking to upgrade. Some instruments come in smaller sizes for young people of various ages. Opus has a limited selection of instruments available for loan, and we can direct you to local shops if you need to rent or purchase one.

While we strongly encourage participation in recitals, masterclasses, and workshops for the student's musical development and enjoyment, this is never required. The exception to this is in the case of scholarship students, and students in a special curriculum. Your instructor is always available to work through any barriers to performing.

The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to the Carroll County Government and its programs, services, activities, and facilities. Anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or who has a complaint should contact Madeline M. Morey, the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, at one of the following no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.

Yes! Since our founding, we have proudly served the adults in our community with the finest in adult music education. Each semester has had a significant number of adult students, culminating in our adult student soiree at the end of the year! Please inquire today.