About Sean

*Master's degree
*Performance contributions in 24+ ensembles
*Over 20 years performance experience
*13 years teaching private lessons

Sean Carey M.A., M.S.

Owner, Instructor

SEAN CAREY HOLDS A MASTER’S DEGREE IN MUSIC AND HAS PERFORMED IN MORE THAN TWO DOZEN ENSEMBLES OVER THE PAST DECADE, WITH GENRES INCLUDING ROCK, FOLK, POP, BLUES, IRISH TRADITIONAL, AND CONTEMPORARY CHURCH MUSIC. MR. CAREY TEACHES BOTH ACOUSTIC AND ELECTRIC STYLES.

Professional Education

Master of Arts in Science
Clarion University of Pennsylvania, 2012

Master of Arts in Music
Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2011 (Read thesis here.)

Bachelor of Arts (Music)
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, 2008

Papers Presented

"Does the Mode of Transmission of Contemporary Christian Worship Music Affect Congregational Interpretation?"

Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI Feb. 16, 2012

Spring 2026 Show Choir Director, Maplewood Elementary
2018-2019 Band Director, St. Joseph School, Lucinda
2015-2023 Choir Director, Titusville FUMC
2013-current Guitarist for The Barrow-Civic Theatre
2008 Assistant director, EUP Men’s Choir
2006-2007 Spirit Of The Scots (Marching Band)
2006-2007 EUP Guitar Ensemble (Classical)
2006 UPT Gospel Choir (Soul/Blues)
2005 Lamps Of Fire (Adult Contemporary)
2005 CCC Concert Band (Band Music)
2004 Central College Concert Choir
2004 UPT Chorus (A capella)
2003-2004 The T-Vegas Tramps (Punk Rock)
2003 Jason And The CrossFires (Christian Rock)
2002-2003 The Dirt Rockers (Rock)
2002 Central College Jazz Band (Jazz Rock)
2000-2001 Central College Pep Band
2000-2001 Wings Of The Wind (Celtic)
2000-2002 Central College Concert Choir
2000 Maybe Tomorrow (Acoustic Rock)
2001 PsychoSonic (Rock)
2001 Unlikely Called (Hard Rock)
2000-2001 Symbiosis (Christian Rock)
2000 7 & 1/3 (Christian Rock)
1999-2000 Slick & The Scarecrow (Folk Rock)
1998 God’s Country (Bluegrass)

Reviews From Students & Parents

"I enjoy taking guitar lessons. I've learned a lot over the past three months and look forward to learning more. I think you're a great teacher!"
Whether it's acoustic or electric, you can start the guitar as early as 6 years old and keep playing till you're 106! Guitar students can join a band with instructor approval.
Abby
Intermediate
"I like doing lessons with Mr. Carey."
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Jaden
In-home
"I have been taking guitar lessons from Sean for about a year. He has always been willing to make adjustments to his lesson plan to meet my needs and or abilities. He has been very patient and accommodating around my work schedule. All in all Sean is a great teacher that could take you as far as you would like to go in music. Definitely has been money well spent."
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Steve
Adult
"Sean is a great teacher - he is knowledgeable and patient. He has been a great teacher to my daughter."
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Beth
Rachel's mom
"Sean is very personable and really knows guitars."
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Janelle
Guitar
"I sincerely don’t believe I could have had a better teacher... He set me up with such solid rudimentary groundwork that I have been able to build upon it for years... I can think of no one more qualified to teach music."
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Jeremiah
Guitar
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Music is for everyone.

Sean Carey — Owner

About the Studio

Our Values

Accessibility

We believe that music is for everyone regardless of age! We do not require learning piano before starting your instrument of choice, nor do we require prior experience. Access to music instruction is fundamental, not optional. Our scholarship program helps deserving students who cannot afford music lessons so they can still participate in our programs.

Holistic Development

Learning music is not just a lesson or a recording session – it’s an opportunity for growth and expression. Learning and performing music is an important part of a person’s holistic development and has been identified as such for centuries. In addition to technical skills, we believe music provides: Cognitive development including concentration and muscle memory; Cooperative learning; Abstract mathematical concepts applied to time and sound; Creative thinking; Discipline and task-oriented planning; Appreciation for, and involvement in, the arts; and Personal empowerment. This is why we encourage students to take on extra projects because the intrinsic value of such activities to help them grow into confident, capable musicians. We reward student motivation and growth with a special reward system and offer fun, lasting experiences that provide students and recording musicians new ways to engage with their community. Learning music also helps to combat isolation and correctible behavior in a fast-paced digital society. We recognize the significance of local musicians and support them with real stage experiences, state-of-the-art equipment, industry standard software, and expertise in copyright and distribution needs.

Transparent Business Practices

We believe in clear, transparent contracts and pricing so that you always know what to expect from us. Studio prices are published and we allow our donors to choose how they wish to support us. Our events are always free to the public at no extra cost to our families, because performances are essential learning experiences. We are committed to authenticity and integrity in the writing and production of music, which is why we are strongly AGAINST USING AI for the creation of music. We do not promote or endorse AI tools. We believe in protecting artistic authenticity.

Educational Quality

Providing high-quality instruction and tools is important for the development of musicianship. We engage students with books, videos, webinars, specialized workshops and online content that have been specifically selected or created in-house by an actual human being. We use the approach and method and materials that are best suited to each person’s needs, saving you hours of headaches trying to find the best “fit” for your studio experience.

Community Engagement

We maintain partnerships with local institutions, venues, and businesses because regional collaboration is critical for performing artists, students, and concert-goers alike. As the Oil Region's premier music instruction school, we continue to offer fun, family-friendly, community events that keep musicians engaged and connected.

Our Mission

As the Oil Region’s premier music instruction school and studio, our mission is to make quality music education and services accessible to all ages and financial circumstances, while developing authentic, human-crafted musicianship through performance-enhanced learning, holistic growth, and community engagement.

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