Musicologie
Musicologie Franchising, LLC offers franchises for music education studios that provide private music lessons, multi-student accelerated music labs, and rock band group lessons on various instruments, both in-person and online. The business model is primarily membership-based with monthly fees for weekly lessons, including benefits like community events, free group classes, open practice hours, and annual concerts, supplemented by per-lesson individual options. It targets students of all ages, particularly children and families, in a welcoming, community-focused environment across residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
7% royalty + 2% brand fund + $500-$800/mo software + $50/mo Quickbooks
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 6 Musicologie Studios (4 Company-owned, 2 Franchisee-owned) in operation for more than 12 months between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024.
* Average Gross Revenue and Median Gross Revenue are taken directly from the 'Average' and 'Median' rows of Table 1 (page 2) and Table 4 (page 3/4), respectively. Average EBITDA and EBITDA Margin Percentage are from the 'Average' row of the EBITDA section in Table 4 (page 4). These figures represent a combined sample of 4 company-owned and 2 franchisee-owned studios that were operational for more than 12 months between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024. 'Net Income' and 'Net Profit' were not explicitly provided in the specific definitions required, so they are set to null. The 'Best Guess Profit Low' and 'Best Guess Profit High' are based on the minimum and maximum EBITDA values observed among the six individual studios listed in Table 4 (page 4). The minimum EBITDA was $3,805 (Studio D) and the maximum EBITDA was $228,231 (Studio A). This range represents the actual observed spread in profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization for the studios in the sample.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Musicologie Compares to Other Specialized Training Franchises
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Specialized Training
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Musicologie Current | $193K - $364K | $60K | 7.0% | 2 |
| SCHOOL OF ROCK | $425K - $705K | $60K | 8.0% | 254 |
| ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO | $71K - $252K | $50K | 8.0% | 238 |
| SNAPOLOGY | $75K - $106K | $40K | 7.0% | 120 |
| AMERICA'S MUSIC SCHOOL | $255K - $545K | $45K | 7.0% | 48 |
| Redline Athletics Unit | $373K - $579K | $50K | 7.0% | 46 |
Specialized Training Average 9 franchises | $200K - $387K | $50K | 7.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 9 Specialized Training franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Musicologie franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Musicologie franchise ranges from $192,925 to $363,625. This includes a franchise fee of $60,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Musicologie franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Musicologie franchise is $604,136. The median revenue is $648,037.
How much profit can you make with a Musicologie franchise?
Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a Musicologie franchise ranges from $3,805 to $228,231 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.
How many Musicologie franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Musicologie has 2 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2023.
Is Musicologie a good franchise to buy?
Musicologie shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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