Very fast response and consideration for your scheduling. Got my private lessons set the day i called to inquire, and their online paper work is very easy to fill They follow the schools calendar and schedule for theirs, that will determine the holidays they have. My Cello instructors name is Yuliya, and shes been absolutely amazing so far, extremely patient with me and attentive to details that need correcting. Im very fortunate to have her since I want to have a solid foundation. They are located conveniently off of Richmond rd and 610. I would definitely recommend this academy for any student' adult, teen, or child. read more

Both of my children took piano lessons with the International Music Academy and they both enjoyed it. The teachers were professional and adapted well to our schedule. My husband was able to sit in on lessons so he could hear the teacher's feedback and overall have great communication with the teacher and my kids. I have seen my children make great progress with this Academy, unlike other places. My son acquired many titles and awards. He has received first place in the Young Pianist Competition at Texas State University in 2009, gotten first place at the Texas Music Teachers Association June Leondar Chamber Music/Ensemble Contest in 2013, received a score of I at the State University Interscholastic League and the Outstanding Performer Award, placed first in the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Senior Duet Competition at the State level in 2013 and 2014, placed first in the MTNA Senior Duet Competition at the Divisional level in 2015, and became national finalists at the National Conference Competition for MTNA in Chicago, IL in 2014 and in Las Vegas, NV in 2015 along with his partner, who was a student in the same music school. My son has studied under Dr. Matthew Loudermilk for more than 10 years. Dr. Loudermilk has served as a motivation and role model for him. My son devotes himself to playing and sharing his music with others. In October, 2014, my son held a Charity Piano Concert and successfully raised $17,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation to help grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. http://abc13.com/hobbies/teens-piano-duet-performance-to-benefit-charity/335800/?from=message&isappinstalled=0 http://awishforyu.weebly.com/ read more

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I was a student at the International Music Academy for 12+ plus years, and I could not have asked for a better environment to push me to grow as an artist! My teacher Matthew Loudermilk, through his dedication and passion for piano, helped me exceed expectations and improve my skills as a musician and performer. Every student here is paired with an accomplished & professional teacher that stays with them throughout their time at IMA so the student-teacher relationships are very strong- I know and hope to keep in touch with mine for years to come! During my time here I not only learned a lot musically, but I also was able to have so many new experiences! I traveled to and performed in China, competed in a national piano competition two years in a row, and was a part of a Russian foreign exchange piano student program here in Houston. I will never forget my time here and will forever cherish all wonderful things it has provided me with. I highly recommend this music school to anyone looking to take lessons! read more

My daughter has taken lessons with Matthew and Katerina Loudermilk, the founders of the International Music Academy, for 12 years and thrived as a result of their training. They set high expectations of both students and parents and provide the opportunity for students to develop their technique and artistic expression. The International Music Academy gave my daughter plentiful opportunities to grow as an artist and performer through lessons, competitions, master classes, and recitals. She and her duet partner reached the national Music Teachers National Association competition two years in a row. Her passion for music and the support of her teachers were instrumental in her successful application to Dartmouth College. We will miss this school! read more

Our family has taken piano lessons at the International Music Academy with Katarina Ryndina Loudermilk for 8 years now. Our sons have grown tremendously as musicians, and we have benefitted so much from the many hours we have spent in the studio. At certain times before competitions, we've had multiple lessons per week to prepare and get ready. Katarina's attention to detail is superb, and her musicality impeccable. Not only has she given our sons the technical skills they need to create their own musical interpretations of classical masterpieces, but she has helped them to develop into disciplined soon-to-be-adults who take ownership over their musicmaking. Notable, we have also found, is her attention to finding exactly the right piece to study next. She will keep the students on the same piece for a long time, until they reach a degree of perfection and mastery that allows the music to be truly beautiful, but she is also eager to expand their repertoire as much as is practicably possible. Competitions are important, but they are not the end all be all. Creating beauty and the personal joy that comes with that, and then being able to share it with others is the final goal. One son is on the competitive piano route, one is not, but both kids get her undivided support. read more