Amazing service, friendly atmosphere, quality music education from highly trained professionals…read more This well-established business in Upper Montclair offers the best private music instruction in the area. Lots of talent has walked through this place over the last 4 decades! Annual springtime music recitals showcase the students achievements. Can't say enough good things about Montclair Music Studio! Added bonus: nicely decorated windows for the holidays and throughout the year.

Fantastic organization Great teachers, friendly environment,…read morea bright spot in Montclair's great music scene.

Both of my kids attend. My oldest does voice lessons and my youngest takes piano. They really like…read moreit there because the teachers are really nice. After every class my youngest comes home and tells me enthusiastically what she learned. From my daughter: one of the good things about the teachers is that they are very understanding, they don't give you too much information in one class.

When you imagine a music lesson (or recall your own), I'd bet it involves some stodgy teacher…read moreforcing you to do scales, and the student avoiding practice and dreading the actual lesson...who could be motivated to learn that way?!? No one!! Mark Murphy's School of Music takes an entirely different approach and is a wonderful experience, where you or your kids will be excited to learn to play piano, drums or guitar (or sing) and actually WANT to go their lessons. It is truly a special place - all the instructors are young musicians who have a great ability to connect with the students. When you're waiting in the lobby, the place has such a cool and friendly vibe. Mark himself is always there greeting parents and kids with high fives and fist bumps, while the din of 5-10 simultaneous lessons can be heard all around the studio. Such an inspiring energy when the students hear their peers learning! And the kids get to choose any music they like to apply to what they're learning. MMM even forms rock bands for kids who want take it in that direction and help them get gigs around town. Can't say enough positive things about this place!

Dina is a kind, caring and talented piano teacher. Dina's enthusiasm is contagious. Dina is…read morepatient and flexible. I am an adult student and she has improved my piano by a remarkable measure. I had not taken piano lessons since I was kid. Now I am able to play for friends when they come over. Dina has exceeded all of my initial expectations.

From the owner: Piano Lessons for children and adults. Consultations, live music, piano storage. Lessons available…read moreOUTDOORS in our beautiful fenced in property! We also offer web lessons!

Marlene was my piano teacher for 5 years. To say that she has an understanding of piano and music…read moreis an understatement. Marlene is an amazing teacher and she is able to teach in a way that anyone could understand. And she can also tell when you don't practice.

Marlene is a very talented teacher who taught our grandson some basics on the piano. She has a lot…read moreof patience and skill especially dealing with children. He became so motivated that he now reguarly asks for more piano time with Marlene. We highly recommend her.

We love Laurie! She is great with kids of all ages. Classically trained, yet she also understands…read morehow to motivate kids with music they like. She is enthusiastic, and she knows how to break down complicated concepts into manageable pieces. Highly recommend.

From the owner: piano lessons for children and adults, beginners to advancedread more

My husband and I thought the music school itself was wonderful. The trial class was engaging, and…read moremy daughter really enjoyed the lesson. Our personal concern--and this may not matter to other parents--was that my daughter spoke less about the class itself and more about why some of the male instructors were dressed in ways that confused her at her age. Explaining to her why males were dressed as women was not what I wanted to do at this age. While I respect personal lifestyle choices, I personally prefer an environment where my young child's focus is fully on the class and music rather than these kinds of distractions. Overall, the teaching quality seemed good, but this particular aspect made me realize the school may not be the right fit for our family

OMG! This is the best place to learn music. I've been doing this for four years and it is the best…read more Staff is incredible and everyone is nice. The price is a little expensive but is worth it. 5 stars forever definitely would recommend.

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!

The Tutor Shack made the grind of SAT prep into something I looked forward to each week! I was able…read moreto meet the scores that I hoped for- thanks to Allison and the positive environment of the Tutor Shack. I highly recommend coming here to any student wether it be for help in class or standardized testing. I cannot thank this team enough for helping me reach my goals.

Even more important than the 6 point increase in my daughter's ACT score after working with Josh,…read moreAllison and Ariane, is the increase in her self-confidence, self esteem and belief that she IS smart. Josh and team worked on her test skills, to great success, while motivating her to do the work, and to excel. Their humor, grace and creation of a nurturing and educational environment is the perfect recipe for any student looking to maximize their potential. THANK YOU!!!!!!!