Kailey Holmes is a proud Lexington local who discovered her passion for music as a student through public school music programs and private piano lessons. She graduated from SCAPA Lafayette as a Voice Major in 2011 and the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor's of Music in Music Education in 2014. Since 2011, she has provided private lessons in piano, voice, guitar, and ukulele to aspiring musicians throughout the Central Kentucky area. In addition to her private teaching, Kailey shares her expertise in general music, choir, and modern band at Stonewall Elementary since 2015. She regularly hosts practicum students and student teachers from the University of Kentucky.
Kailey believes in guiding students of all ages to develop a meaningful, internal connection to music—one that naturally inspires growth and progress. Whether in her classroom or in a one-on-one setting, her goal is to foster confidence and skill in a supportive environment. Lessons take place on the south side of Lexington, where Kailey continues to cultivate a passion for music in the community she has long called home.
Degrees and Certifications
SCAPA Lafayette Voice Graduate, 2011
Bachelor's of Music in Music Education, the University of Kentucky, 2014
GAMA Teaching Guitar Workshop, 2014
Orff Level 1 Certification, University of Kentucky, 2015
Dalcroze Summer Training, University of Kentucky, 2015
Modern Band Level 1 Training, University of Kentucky, 2017 and 2018
Orff Level 2 Certification, University of Kentucky, 2018
Dalcroze Summer Training, University of Kentucky, 2018
University of the Cumberlands with a M.A.Ed., Teacher Leader, 2019
Western Kentucky University Principalship Rank 1 program, 2023
Modern Band Level 2 Training, Modern Band Summit, 2024
Teaching Experience, Administrative Roles, and Accolades
Private Lesson Instructor for piano, voice, ukulele, and guitar lessons, Lexington, KY, 2011 to present
General Music Teacher, Stonewall Elementary School, 2015 to present
Choir Director, The Stonewall Singers, 2015 to present
Choir Director, the Stonewall Preparatory Choir, 2019 to present
Modern Band Coach, The Rolling Stonewalls, 2024 to present
Modern Band Coach, KMEA All-State Elementary Modern Bands, 2024 to present
Received Elementary Teacher of the Year Award from KMEA District 7, 2021