Ages 10+ • No Experience needed

Help Your Child Learn Guitar:
10 Minutes at a time

Short, fun video lessons from a licensed music teacher.

Your child plays their first song in the first week.

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THE CHALLENGE: WHY MOST KIDS QUIT

It doesn't have anything to do with talent. It's Overwhelm, Boredom, or No Clear Path

Starlight Fixes this with

An Encouraging Licensed Teacher

Small Lessons

Kids Can Finish

Real Songs That Make Practice Fun

STUDENT EXPERIENCE

How

it Works

  • Grab a Guitar

  • Log in to the course

  • Watch the lesson

  • Practice 10 minutes a day

Every element of the curriculum is purpose-built to inspire curiosity, instill solid fundamentals, and provide consistent artistic mentorship for students.

Structured around accessible weekly milestones so learners gain measurable performance skills without overwhelming busy school schedules.

Short Video Lessons Taught by Pros

Bite-sized, high-definition modules led by a licensed teacher that break down technical skills into intuitive five-minute practice sessions.

Beginner-Friendly Songs

Arrangements tailored specifically for first-time learners across folk and contemporary styles to build immediate playing confidence.

Live Q&As

Regular virtual check-ins with master instructors where students ask questions, receive performance feedback, and feel connected to the wider musical community.

DISTINGUISHED MONTANA FACULTY

Meet Your Teachers

Acclaimed touring artists and award-winning classroom educators bringing rigorous, inspiring music instruction directly into rural Montana schools.

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FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Halladay Quist

Former Montana public school music teacher and University of Montana Artist Development mentor with 20+ years as a touring musician. Halladay created Starlight Academy to guarantee every rural student access to vibrant, high-caliber musical training.

  • Former MT Public School Music Faculty
  • Univ of Montana Artist Development
  • 20-Year Nationally Touring Artist
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LEAD MUSIC EDUCATOR

Mark McCrady

Holding a Master's in Music Education and over 25 years of classroom teaching experience, Mark pairs an incredible structure with warm encouragement. He was named SBO Magazine's Montana Educator of the Year in 2012.

  • Master's in Music Education

  • 25+ Years Classroom Teaching

  • 2012 SBO Magazine Educator of the Year

COMMUNITY FEEDBACK

Voices From inside

The Starlight Circle

“My son is learning guitar lessons on Starlight Academy and we are both very impressed! The teacher has hand picked beginning songs for easy and fun learning! I highly recommend Starlight Academy!”

Scholarship Recipient Parent

"I feel like I'm leveling up every week! I'm loving the structure of the course. And the practice videos really keep me on track!"

Ashley Whitley

Voices From The Classroom

"Halladay inspires students with her engaging personality, genuine caring, and patiently leads them to embrace new challenges."

Dan Block, Principal

Deer Park Elementary

"Mr. McCrady brings excitement for all skill levels, and students absolutely love his class."

Tyler Jones, Principal

Whitefish Middle School

GET STARTED TODAY!

PRICING:

Intro to Guitar Pass

Monthly

$57/m

  • NEW LESSON DROPPED EVERY WEEK

  • LESS THAN $15 A LESSON

  • PLAY A SONG IN THE FIRST WEEK

  • PAY AS YOU GO

No contracts - cancel anytime

Intro to Guitar pass

Lifetime

$147

  • BEST VALUE

  • LIFETIME ACCESS

  • FINISH AT YOUR OWN PACE

  • ALL 15 LESSONS AT ONCE!

No contracts - cancel anytime

NEED HELP?

Apply for a Scholarship

Submit your details to apply for a scholarship.

Your Questions Answered

Everything you need to know about setting up and running a guitar class.

Do students need their own guitars?

Yes, each student in the class needs their own guitar. If you need help getting guitars for your class please reach out and we will assist you in acquiring guitars for the class.

Contact: [email protected]

What equipment do we need?

A way to view online videos, a screen or projector,

A printer for worksheets and quizzes, and that's it!

How much class time does it take?

Each video lesson is 5-10 minutes. Practice, review, quizzes, worksheets, jam-a-long tracks are extra and are up to each student. We recommend at least 10 minutes a day.