Lessons Offered
Bass, Composition, Drums, Guitar, Keyboard, Music, Music Theory, Piano, Ukulele
Where are Lessons Offered
In Teacher Studio
In Student Home
About Me
Since 2010, we’ve helped countless people just like you to find the piano and guitar lessons they need so their children can learn to play an instrument.
Our curriculum is fully accredited by the ACS WASC for grades 1-12 music education, both in-person and online programs, meaning you can trust our process. Every new student begins with a free trial lesson to get to know us and what to expect before signing up.
Why do we utilize group lessons? Almost nothing else is learned alone—not sports, not the arts, not academics. Then why piano and guitar? We believe students quit piano and guitar too soon because they're isolated and unengaged. Our group lessons solve all that, bringing students together to challenge and inspire one another.
Outside of our standard guitar and piano lessons, we offer plenty of extra activities for our students and pack our summer calendar full of camps and other opportunities. We love watching our students grow and try new things all year long.
My Musical Education Background
Kellee Bellile
Kellee has taught music for more than 20 years, group and private, in many different settings. She loves children and her passion is to teach students to perform AND love music through movement, rhythm instruments, games and fun songs.
She graduated from Concordia University in Seward, Neb. with a degree in Elementary Education, majoring in music. Kellee studied jazz piano at the acclaimed Dick Grove School of Music in Los Angeles and has toured with a Christian rock band in several states. She has been a full-time music minister for 11 years, directing adult and children's choirs, worship teams, orchestras and ensembles from two to more than 100 participants.
Kevin Bellile
A natural coach, Kevin loves encouraging young people to be the best they can be. Kevin has also taught music for more than 20 years. He learned piano at a young age and then added guitar. Kevin honed his musical craft in Los Angeles at the Dick Grove School of Music, which helped to launch his writing, arranging, sound production and performance profession.
Kevin's passion is to instill a love of worship to musicians, so they are not only able to play with excellence, but they are also able to play "with their hearts."
Kevin grew up in the Des Moines area and received a degree in Elementary Education with a Director of Christian Education endorsement. He has been a full-time music minister, youth minister and part-time coach.
Kevin produced and arranged "Hymns of Grace" a CD and music book set sold to churches to enable worship teams to play traditional hymns in a contemporary way. He also founded, wrote songs, performed with and managed a Christian rock band which toured in several states. Kevin and Kellee have two wonderful children.
Member: MTNA and NGPT
Genres and Subjects Taught
Classical, traditional, rock, jazz, pop, country, worship band.
Piano
Guitar
Ukulele
Bass
Pre-School Classes
Chording Classes
Composition Classes
Ensembles for all instruments
Performance opportunities for all instruments
Community service opportunities for all instruments
Lesson Rates
Price: Dependent upon location (in–person or online) and start date.
Ages / Skill Levels Taught
Piano: Ages 6-17
Guitar: Ages 11-17
My Certifications and Awards
Member: Music Teacher's National Association (MTNA) Iowa Music Teachers Association (IMTA) and National Guild of Piano Teachers
My Musical Influences
Anyone who presents their music excellently and passionately!
Service Area
Student Reviews
Quin
Grimes, IA
You are my favorite piano teacher! Thank you for teaching me everything I know about piano.
Sam
Johnston, IA
"This is WAY more fun than the lessons I used to have!"
Cindy
Urbandale, IA
"I was surprised at how much my son enjoys lessons. He looks forward to coming every week."
Jan
West Des Moines, IA
"When my daughter left the first class, she had a smile on her face, ran to the car, jumped up and clicked her heels. I knew then that I had done the right thing."
Eva
Cumming, IA
"Arrow Academy has really helped me learn piano. The teachers are great and very understanding. They make learning an instrument fun and worthwhile. I love Arrow Academy!