Patrick knows his shit when it come to vocal training. I've witnessed straight up tone deaf…read moresingers sound like they were just coming off of singing on a Broadway show with just a few lessons! Not gonna lie, he is a hardass, he expects you to come prepared and on time for your sessions flawlessly but it is all well worth it!!

I have been studying at WVS for four years now... the progress I have made as a singer and musician…read moreduring that time frame is beyond palpable. I always studied music when and where I was able to throughout my time at school (through highschool). However, in college I did not study a musical track and found myself lost after graduation. Patrick and his staff at WVS have helped me improve to a state where I not only feel comfortable singing in front of others, but I have also been able to write and perform my own songs in front of an audience!! I am trying to decide whether or not I am interested in taking my vocal performance to a professional level, but I know WVS has made it possible for me to even be even considering this. If you put your heart into your studies the way that the staff at WVS do, then I honestly believe you can accomplish any goal as a musician.

Rich is very patient and allows you to learn at your own pace. He has a good method of teaching and…read moreprovides a lot of insight to everything related to music. If you want to take your guitar playing to a new level and get inspiration, Rich is the one to go to. Not only is he a great teacher, he is a really talented musician.

My feelings about guitar lessons with Rich? FANTASTIC! He's one of the most effective teachers, in…read moreany subject, I've ever encountered. Whether you're picking up the guitar for the first time as a young (or less young) lad or lass, or you've been playing for decades and want to improve, you might do very well to consider lessons with Rich Fusco. I certainly have. His professors at DePaul University's School of Music (Chicago) and Berklee College of Music (Boston) were, quite literally, among the best musicians in the world. With Rich, you can benefit from their vast musical experience without having to move to Chicago or Boston for a music degree. He also focuses on very important practical aspects of what he learned as a successful, working musician. He's friendly, gives 110%, always there when you show up (literally and figuratively), costs less, and really helps you become a better guitar player, quickly. What more can you ask for? I can't wait for my next lesson!

I didn't have a positive experience, unfortunately. I had 5 classes in May and June 2017 and it got…read morereally creepy. On my 3 or 4 class Sheldon asked if I have a boyfriend which was very inappropriate. It is uncomfortable enough that I was all alone with him in his apartment so conversations like that don't help. Not mentioning that it's a too personal question to ask on a third class. But I thought maybe it's just a small talk and he is just so bad at it so I came to next class. On my last class when I was paying and about to leave Sheldon told me that some people are doing barter and paying with different things and services - some people give him other classes, some bake and he ended up saying that some women give him massages in order to pay for the class!!! I was shocked and happy I was close to the door!! It was the last time I came there. I was hesitating at first whether I should write this review or not but now I am sure it's a good decision and I hope it helps others. Btw, I wasn't thrilled by the quality of piano classes as well - he never checked my homework and talked for a half of the class. I went to another teacher and in 2 classes learned more than with Sheldon for 5 weeks.

Sheldon is an excellent music teacher. He is well versed in all genres of music and has the ability…read moreto customize lessons for students at any level to cater to their needs. In a very short amount of time he taught me how to read the bass and treble clef, interval recognition, different time signatures, the importance of rhythm and improvisation. I totally recommend him for any musician who is interested in increasing their knowledge and capabilities in the realm of music.

I take piano lessons here. It is the best place I have ever seen for learning music. I hope they…read morecan keep up the good work. The teachers are super friendly, and for what you pay you definitely get great lessons.

I take drum lessons with Ivan. He's fantastic. Knowledgeable, patient and informative.read more

My family visit Michael Shimmel Center for Shakespears and some new plays. It's a medium scale…read moretheater offering very interesting repertoire, usually perfected by beautiful setting and lighting design. Great value in terms of quality production. We're most impressed by Merchant of Venice and The Soldier's Tale, very creative contemporary renderings. Ticket price quite reasonable, one can even get $5 rush ticket if purchasing 1 hour prior to show time!

I'm so surprised that this arts center is lesser known and Yelped about. It's a clean, spacious…read morevenue for lectures, dance, movies and theater, all at reasonable prices. The lighting and sound are good, the stadium seats are cushiony and wide enough for the brawny and there are bathrooms on both the upper and lower levels. There are even vending machines selling snacks and sodas and drinks, though I think they are more for the students at Pace than for patrons of the arts center! Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company was on the day before Snowstorm Jonas hit, so dance company and audience lucked out. For those who aren't familiar with Paul Taylor, he created the Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company to bring dance to a wider audience by having the 6 member company perform in smaller venues with smaller budgets. The Paul Taylor ensemble, not as edgy as some of the troupes I am fond of, gave a lovely performance with three sets. The first, Cascade, had such beautiful Tyrolean style costumes and seemed more ballet than modern dance. The second, Runes, was slow and haunting. Company B, was a quick change of pace, being the most fun in music and the liveliest, with the theme ranging from sailors about town and in port and WWII sentiments. It was an entertaining way to spend an evening. Tickets for most performances are in the $29-$39 range, much more affordable than Broadway, though you can also check around to see if discounts are being offered. Ushers here were sweet, and welcoming and seemed young, as if they were students. *If you are a fan of Grease, there is a Grease Sing Along and the audience is encouraged to come in costume. UYE anyone?

Dori Levin is great! For years I've been looking for a teacher to help me bridge my gaps in music…read more We just started on this journey and already I feel more confident and skilled.

Giacomo Franci is an incredible pianist and teacher. He has performed as a soloist at Carnegie Hall…read morenumerous times and is an excellent piano teacher as well. I highly recommend him as a piano teacher and professional pianist

Dingy place, impossible parking & the staff pushes lessons. My child was very unhappy. Absolutely…read moreawful.

My daughters take lessons from Modern Music Academy both at school (Trinity Academy) and directly…read moreat the location in Caldwell. We have had a wonderful experience all around. MMA has truly supportive teachers who stress fundamentals in addition to performance techniques. They meet students where they are in their music journey and work with them toward the child's self-directed goals. Not overly regimented. We tried other schools and were turned off by the lack of nurturing and rigidity. Love of music comes first. As a past performer and musician I wanted my kids to have a love of music above all else - and to love the experience of learning music. MMA has a similar mission. We love taking guitar from Alex and Trumpet and Saxophone with Jarrett and have also done voice lessons. We look forward to more.

Felipe is great! He is the lead guitarist for my band and is a knowledgable, fun, creative and…read morepunctual player. I also hired him to perform one of my compositions for electric guitar and string quartet at the NYU graduate student composers concert in 2013 with the Momenta string quartet. I definitely recommend him as hired musician, and while I've never taken classes with him I've seen how knowledgable and easy he is to work with in playing contexts.