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Hi! My name is Madison Ware. I am a 23-year-old graduate of Utah State University, a board-certified music therapist, a singer-songwriter, and a music teacher specializing in voice, guitar, piano, ukulele, and songwriting.

     I grew up in West Jordan, Utah. To say I am passionate about music is an understatement. Whether it was putting on self-written musicals for my family during reunions or writing silly songs at the piano, I was always playing music and singing from a young age. My mom supported my passion and enrolled me in piano lessons at the age of 8. Like many moms, she understood the cognitive benefits of placing her children in musical lessons. My training in the Piano Adventures and Hanon scales books not only helped my school performance, but also my self-confidence. In fact, I loved the piano so much that I continued to take lessons for ten years in the Alfred books up until my junior year of college.

While I love playing piano, voice is my main passion. At the age of 11, my mom enrolled me in voice lessons with a teacher who graduated from the University of Utah in vocal pedagogy and classical performance. With her, I learned critical technique, performance skills, and proper vocal care through a variety of classical and musical theater repertoire. My self-esteem and confidence only expanded under her instruction.

    At the age of 15, I transferred to another teacher in the Draper area with a background in stage performance with a band. For 3 years, she helped me explore my unique artistry as a musician and songwriter through a variety of workshops and unique performing opportunities. I also began guitar lessons during my time at her studio, which prepared me for the guitar lessons I have taken in college.

      In the fall of 2020, I auditioned and was accepted into the Music Therapy program at Utah State University. I could think of nothing better to study. As a practice, music therapy is a clinical field dedicated to helping people self-actualize and heal through the psychological benefits of music. I want to give back the confidence and happiness that music gives me. 

Within my music therapy program’s rigorous curriculum, my piano, guitar, and vocal skills have only been strengthened through a myriad of music lessons and core music theory classes.

       When I am not writing my own music or leading music therapy sessions,  I am either teaching music lessons to a variety of ages or gigging at a live performance! 

In the summer of 2023, I served a humanitarian trip in Costa Rica where I taught elementary students English, often using music to accomplish lessons. I am passionate about teaching music, especially to children and young adults.

For the past five years, I’ve had wonderful opportunities to teach ukulele, guitar, piano, and voice to students ranging from ages 5 to 40 through Logan Music Academy and my own private studio. I have also lived in Nashville as an independent artist and completed my music therapy internship at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, where I supported children and families undergoing cancer treatments with music. It’s been a busy past few years—haha.

    Now living in Utah again, I want to continue to freelance my knowledge to those who are passionate about learning music within the comfort of their own homes at an affordable price! Please feel free to reach out to me via email to talk about my rates! I want to help you succeed in realizing your musical dreams.

   I am extremely passionate about music, especially its psychological benefits. 

"Music Therapy is the clinical & evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program."

( from the AMTA website)

    In my training, I have learned and practiced how music can benefit the development of children and adolescents. This knowledge was only deepened during my 6-month internship at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital! 

I am currently working as a contracting music therapist with adult populations.... and I LOVE IT!

I am very grateful for my career and the incredible honor I have to be a board-certified music therapist.

Want to know more about music therapy? Feel free to contact me via email:)

If you are located in the Salt Lake, UT area, I offer in-home lessons ranging from 30 minutes to 60 minutes depending on your musical needs and wants!

Located somewhere else or prefer personal space? Not a problem! I offer virtual lessons via google meets/zoom as well!

My rates range from $40-$75 depending on the length of your lesson, type of instrument, and drive time. My contact information can be found below to set up your ideal payment/lesson plan!

(I am currently offering $5 off your first lesson if you sign up in June, 2026!)

If you are interested in getting to know me more as a musician, links to my released music and music video can be found in the "Listen" tab above.

If you are interested in my rates, please feel free to reach out to me via email!

Email: madison.j.ware@gmail.com 

This last year, I had the wonderful opportunity to be on the 2025 youth album for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints! God is good!