Subscription-based online music lessons
Starting costs about $3,120 in the United States and 527,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $2,010 net per month in the United States and 452,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 6 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 247 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3,120 | $2,010 |
| Nigeria | 527,000 NGN | 452,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £2,170 | £1,420 |
| Kenya | 138,000 KES | 65,400 KES |
| India | 68,900 INR | 47,700 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Learning an instrument alone from free videos often ends in giving up, and in-person private lessons are expensive or unavailable nearby.
The solution
A subscription combining a structured video lesson library, one live group class a week and personal feedback on students’ recordings.
Your customers
Beginner or returning adults, parents for their children, people far from music schools, anywhere with a decent connection.
How you make money
Subscription of 15 to 35 € per month; optional one-to-one video lessons at 25 to 40 € per half hour.
Competition
Free videos, learning apps, private tutor platforms, music schools and local teachers.
Who has an edge
A teaching musician comfortable on camera who targets a precise niche (a style, an instrument, an audience) can build loyalty despite competition.
The risks
Very crowded market; heavy reliance on social media for visibility; fast churn; copyright on the songs taught.
The first 3 steps
- Pick a precise niche of instrument, style and audience
- Publish ten free videos showing your teaching
- Open a discounted pilot class of ten students
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €2,000 − costs €600 = €1,400 net per month. Revenue: 60 subscribers × €25 + 16 private lessons × €30. Costs: video platform, audio gear, advertising, payment fees, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Online music lessons?
About $3,120 (United States), 527,000 NGN (Nigeria), £2,170 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 247 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $2,010 (United States), 452,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,420 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 6 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Very crowded market; heavy reliance on social media for visibility; fast churn; copyright on the songs taught.
Where do I start?
1. Pick a precise niche of instrument, style and audience 2. Publish ten free videos showing your teaching 3. Open a discounted pilot class of ten students
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