One of the nicest and the most knowledgeable piano instructors in Southern California. She is…read moreextremely caring and understanding and doesn't mind explaining something over and over again until you fully learn it. I like it that she starts from the basics and teaches classical songs as well as contemporary and pop songs. It's also great that she offers both online and in person classes. I fully recommend her both to beginners and intermediate students. Her classes are worth every penny

I took piano a while back in college but unfortunately I didn't learn much! a friend of mine…read moreintroduced me to Yass Piano since her kid was learning piano with Yassi and was making a good progress! I'm so happy I took her advice because I thought I will never learn to play piano but now I can call myself a professional! ;) her teaching style is easy, effective, and practical! you will learn how to use your fingers correctly when playing, learn to read notes, and you will be motivated to play over and over until you get her approval! Yassi is patient and helps you to gain confidence in playing! all in all she is a great teacher and I will recommend her piano lessons to everyone!

As Ms Lyka moved on to the next chapter of her life, my daughter now goes to Ms Jennifer C for her…read moreweekly violin lesson. Ms Jennifer C is full of energy and eager to teach. Her enthusiasm and high energy has helped my daughter to be more confident in her violin play. Ms Jennifer C mentioned that she used to be shy. Especially her big personality and confidence, it's hard to believe. Ms Jennifer C writes very thorough and detailed feedback on the portal after each lesson. It has helped my daughter's improvement and confidence in her violin play.. I hope my daughter continues to do well under the wing of Ms Jennifer C.

My son (10Y) has been going to Mr.Tzu-Jung for his lesson. Since the change, I've noticed my son…read morehas become more confident. I'm thankful that Mr.Tzu-Jung is so patient and help improve on my son's piano play.

Our family truly appreciate all the patience, encouragement, and dedication Dr. Jang bring to my…read morechildren's each piano lesson. Her advanced piano knowledge makes learning inspiring and helped our children grow in their musical skills A LOT! We are so lucky to find this talent piano teacher!

Our family truly appreciate all the patience, encouragement, and dedication Dr. Jang bring to my…read morechildren's each piano lesson. Her advanced piano knowledge makes learning inspiring and helped our children grow in their musical skills A LOT! We are so lucky to find such a talent piano teacher. My children's old piano teacher barely taught them finger movements skill. But Dr. Jang is very patient to teach my children how to move fingers correctly and laid a solid music concept foundation. We all feel lucky to have her as our boys' piano teacher!

I was looking up YMC online for the calendar and Yelp site came up second on the list. I was amused…read moreby the rating so I read all the reviews and felt compelled to write my own. I sent my 2 kids (now 15 and 11) to YMC for over 6 years. First of all, the parents must expect to be part of the system in order for it to work, at least for several years. If the plan is to drop a 4-year-old kid off once a week and expect the kid to come home practice, unleash his/her undying love for music, while cannot wait to boast to your friends and family that your child is a musician, you are kidding yourself. The group lesson is a little over $100 for about 4 lessons a month, I doubt a private tutor goes for less than that, or an hour a week is close to sufficient.... For us, group lessons for the kids at the beginning worked out well. You and your child get to find out if you are up for more serious commitment later. The class setting gives kids a chance to learn with their peers. You know if your child is ahead/behind and you work with your child. YOU get to learn the same time as your children, so you can reinforce what's taught, at least at the beginning. Consider you are paying for 1 and get 1 free. The start is going to be slow. Learning music is not easy. If I pay for private lesson instead I would most likely not be invited to listen in and unable to assist with the child's progress. Yamaha trains through what they consider the correct way, where kids tend to like to play by ears, they learn to read the music scores, study music theory (yikes to some), and it is not necessarily easy or fun for most. Looking back, if you wonder if it's too early to put the kid in piano at age 4 or 5, my daughter is able to achieve more than my son at her age, despite they are 4 years apart. Even though my son is playing more difficult pieces, as he's older, with more strength and longer hand reach, she progressed faster and completed the same level tests as him. Now that my son is in high school, his school work load and his other interests make it much harder to commit to playing piano. If you are to push your child to play an instrument, 4-14 is likely the period they can be pushed as they have the free time to do so, AND before the teenager weirdness kicks in. So while a child could barely play a simple Christmas song after a year in group lesson, ability to play fluently at intermediate level (like learning to speak) comes after the second year for mine. Practice at home is so important. I sat with my kids at least a couple times a week for years, plus they were expected to practice on their own for 2 times. I stopped sitting down with them last year, for at some point in time kids should learn to 'take care of their own chores/practices' especially they have all the tools to succeed on their own without their parents. Our teacher, Ms. Ana, is very nice, talented and works very hard. She has a lot on her plate, so it comes down to us the parents to help the kids with organizing - because guess what - my kids have poor organization skills, and it's nobody but the parents' job to teach and preach, even if it frustrates me to no end why they are so difficult to teach :) Over the years, under Ms. Ana, my kids had played many difficult pieces and composed several, and even though they did not earn them first prizes, and the push at home was tiresome, it's a proud accomplishment and memory for us looking back - and I have plenty of concert videos to look back to. Last week we went to a relative's home for Thanksgiving lunch; they had a piano and my kids went and played without being told. That, to me, is the true accomplishment - they love playing music, and one true gift a parent can give to a child, a skill to play a music instrument that lasts a lifetime. For those who find their teachers with accent they cannot understand, I could only suggest you speak with the front desk and ask for a different time slot for another teacher; speak with them in person before committing perhaps. For the director, we don't interact with her much, but she has always been courteous to us. To put things in perspective, she does not play a part in the child's learning experience, I would not rate the school poorly because of a poor interacting experience between the adults, but that's just me. In summary, playing music, like sports, is not for everyone; it's totally understandable, and most kids are not born self-motivated geniuses. I want my kids to learn how to play piano good, and the Yamaha system works for my kids, Ms. Ana is patient and kind, and I'm sure my kids' classmates and their parents will agree to that. The group lesson supposedly ended after the 6th year; the kids actually love the class so much they wish to continue, and Ms. Ana is providing them new ensemble pieces to play. That is where my 5 star is based on, from 6 years of experience with the school.

Very disappointing experience. After realizing the program wasn't a good fit for my 5-year-old, I…read morerequested a refund. Instead of a simple resolution, I dealt with weeks of delays, poor communication, and an unfair outcome. The customer service was far more disappointing than the financial loss. Parents should be aware that if you need to withdraw, don't expect a prompt or customer-friendly resolution.

***Highly recommend Mr.Felix**** We started with We Play…read moreMusic and Mr. Felix last year, and he has been the best piano teacher for our son. He is very kind and patient, and our son always looks forward to his piano classes. He helped our son complete two RCM levels, and we're so grateful for his guidance. Mr. Felix listens to the kids, encourages them to be creative, and teaches them based on their interests. At the same time, he gives them a gentle push when needed to keep them motivated and on track with their RCM goals. He is also great at keeping parents updated, with clear communication, planning, and instructions, so we always know what to expect. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better piano teacher for our son. Also, the front desk staff are amazing! They are always friendly, helpful, and welcoming. We highly recommend We Play Music to anyone looking for a great music school.

**Highly Recommend Mr. Joseph!** Mr. Joseph is an incredible…read moredrum coach! He has been teaching my son for more than 3 years now, and the progress has been amazing. My son absolutely looks up to him as the "GOAT" and has started taking his drumming so much more seriously because of his mentorship. What makes Mr. Joseph truly stand out is how exceptionally well he prepares students for the big stages. Whether it's practicing for individual recitals or keeping up with the intense precision needed for drumline, his teaching style is spot-on. He knows exactly how to motivate kids, build their confidence, and teach excellent technique. We are so grateful for his dedication over the years!

My son has been taking piano lessons with Mr. Felix for the past year and a half, and we could not…read morebe happier with the experience. He is incredibly kind, patient, relatable, and truly talented at what he does. Mr. Felix creates such a positive and encouraging learning environment that makes kids feel comfortable and excited to learn. He knows how to connect with students in a way that keeps them engaged while still challenging them to grow musically. We've seen so much progress in our son's piano skills since starting lessons with him. If you are looking for a piano teacher who is not only skilled but also genuinely caring and supportive, I highly recommend Mr. Felix!

We love Mr Felix! He has a wonderful way of teaching that keeps kids motivated. My daughter…read moreabsolutely loves playing the piano now and even practices on her own initiative. Her confidence has grown so much. Five stars!

Love Nelli- my child has made more progress in 2 lessons than in multiple lessons at our prior…read morepiano place. She is really good with the kids. Definitely recommend!

My daughter is already playing Silent Night & reading music in just 3 months! (and played HBD,…read moreTwinkle Twinkle, and Brother John in only a 2-3 wks!) We are huge fans of Nelli, the style she teaches, the quick progress she's able to invoke in our 6-yr-old, the note-reading she works into the fun lessons... she's really remarkable & I recommend her to friends often.

We are so happy with our daughter's experience at this music school! The teachers are kind,…read morepatient, and very supportive. We've seen a wonderful improvement in her skills and confidence, and she truly enjoys learning music. Highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a great place for their child!

I take piano lessons here. They've got a great facility, really happy with my teacher, John, and…read morejust a nice overall experience here as an adult learner.