my kids started lessons when they were 8/9 and have been taking lessons for 3 years. We have had…read moremultiple teachers and have had a really good experience.

Teacher is awesome and really good. We love teacher Henry. He is very good with kids and keep my…read moreson engaged in the lesson. My son loves his lesson. The habit program is also good for building the foundation.

Working with Ms. Kerobyan has been a great pleasure! As an adult student coming back to the violin…read moreand reworking the foundations, it has been a big challenge to get over my nerves, to get used to the instrument again after ~10 years off, and to unlearn my old habits-- Ms. Kerobyan has been instrumental through this process by not only coaching me with her meticulous attention to detail to rebuild a more solid technical foundation, but also by nurturing my confidence as a violinist. Needless to say, it has been an incredibly rewarding and highly collaborative experience that has impacted and enriched my life beyond the classroom. I truly appreciate the opportunity that I have now to take violin lessons with Ms. Kerobyan, and I would recommend her as a teacher for young and adult learners alike-- her level of dedication to both music and teaching is very rare, and I feel fortunate to have come across her studio.

Our family appreciates Ms. Ann's guidance on our musical journey. I have two children who are…read morepassionate about music. My son became interested in the violin at age 8 while we were living in San Diego. After moving to the Bay Area, we were fortunate to find Ms. Ann, who demonstrates how an exceptional teacher can unlock a student's potential. Her teaching techniques and fundamentals are strong; she excels in those areas. What truly sets her apart is her remarkable ability to inspire my children to develop a deep connection to music and foster a positive attitude toward learning. The month after switching to Ms. Ann's studio, my son struggled to correct the posture he had developed in the past. Ms. Ann offered creative ways to help him improve his posture during this transition and also checked on him frequently. When the goal of daily practice became challenging, Ms. Ann communicated effectively with both children and parents, motivating the kids to try their best. My son's skills and confidence improved week by week, and he has grown into a proud young musician who cherishes music as a joyful part of his life. My son said, "Ms. Ann is caring and loving. She emphasizes the artistry behind the techniques. She is always fully engaged in my lessons and provides valuable feedback. She makes challenges fun." Ms. Ann also organizes recitals, mini-concerts, and workshops to help the kids gain stage experience. She prepares them for competitions or exams if they wish to participate, but only when they are ready. Her philosophy of sharing the love of music distinguishes her from many others. She teaches my kids not to pursue achievements for their own sake but to enjoy and share their passion for music; the results will follow naturally. My younger daughter started lessons with Ms. Ann later, and I was impressed by how she customized and organized her lessons. Ms. Ann thoughtfully personalizes her approach, adjusting the curriculum to suit my daughter's unique personality. My daughter has gone from being shy about performing on stage to being excited to share her music with the world. She said, "Ms. Ann is incredibly warm and encouraging; she explains everything clearly so I can easily understand. She always believes in me!" I have attended my children's lessons and observed how patiently and persistently Ms. Ann discusses areas for improvement. She guides them in overcoming difficulties and helps them learn from mistakes, even when they feel frustrated. My kids have not only learned to play the violin beautifully but also developed a growth mindset. They understand that hard work pays off and have learned to manage their time and practice effectively. It is rare to find a teacher who not only instructs students on how to play an instrument but also serves as a true mentor, imparting valuable principles applicable to both music and other subjects. As my husband said, "Ms. Ann is like Yoda in the realm of violin pedagogy." We believe the lessons she has taught our children will become treasures they carry with them throughout their lives.

We started at NCMAC with piano and voice classes for my children and myself, with Ms. Georgianna…read more It is rare to find a teacher like her-- not only is she passionate about teaching piano and encouraging her pupils to make the most of their potential, she makes it so much fun that we look forward all week to our classes! What I appreciate most of all is that she genuinely has our best interests at heart and we learn in the right way, and in a manner best suited to our individual personality and ability. I also believe that Ms. Mary and Ms. Trisha, who run NCMAC have a similar philosophy where the children and their interests are at the center of all their decisions. Recitals at NCMAC are about doing your very best, but finding true pleasure in it, and that's how they run NCMAC too. Genuinely thrilled to have found this place and these teachers!

My son goes to NorCal Music for clarinet lessons, and he really enjoys the experience. The owners…read moreand team are so helpful and very flexible offering makeup lessons when there are openings. Highly recommend.

We have had such a wonderful experience at this school! My daughter Christie has taken both the VIP…read moreand regular ballet and jazz classes with Mrs. Anastasiya, and every single class has been amazing. Mrs. Anastasiya is a truly talented choreographer. Her routines are beautiful and creative, and she is also incredibly kind and supportive. Christie loves learning from her and always looks forward to her classes. A big thank you as well to Ms. Elena, the school administrator. She is always so helpful and responsive, patiently answering parent questions and making sure everything runs smoothly. The school also hosts two recitals each year, and they are always impressively well organized. These events are such a special opportunity for the students to showcase what they have learned and for families and friends to cheer them on. We are so grateful for everything the school does to support and inspire our kids!

I completely missed Appreciation Week but I still have to say this…read more.. Miss Diana and Miss Arina : thank you for everything you do with the girls. I don't know how you both manage the patience you do, but it shows. Getting kids to sit, focus, and actually enjoy piano and voice is no joke I've genuinely seen the difference, not just in what they're learning, but how excited they are to come to class (which says a lot!). Also, thank you for being so encouraging with them... it really matters more than you probably realize. We're very lucky to have you both

Both of my kids have  had a wonderful experience at California Conservatory of Music. They started…read morelearning since 2007 and it has been great. Chris Mallett is such a great teacher, very patient, encouraging, and great with kids. He made learning guitar fun while still helping my children build strong skills and confidence. My kids always looked forward to every lesson and have continued playing guitar even though they are in college.  I really appreciate the positive environment and the way the instructors inspire a love for music. I highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a great place for their child to learn guitar. Thank you for instilling the passion for music in my children's lives!!

I love coming here all the time! I have the best teacher here. She's very smart and tells me all…read moreabout music sheet and about how to improve my singing as well. Great place for anyone interested in learning music.

My daughter has been learning violin with Teacher Luis for 1.5 years. Teacher Luis is great. He…read moretaught very well and laid a solid foundation for my daughter. He is very patient, didn't put too much pressure on students, which is very important for my daughter as a beginner. Communications are smoothly, too. After each lesson, we receive a summary of the class. And our emails to him are always answered in a timely manner. Highly recommended!

We have been a long term customer to Opus 1, multiple lessons subscriptions for two kids. Spent…read moreloads of money with the studio. Have had great experiences with the admins who have been there for a long time, and some of the teachers, but also terrible customer service with the new staff and other teachers. The school has been expanding too fast and lose sight of the music education and what matters for kids and parents when we pursue music education. Very very disappointed!!!

We enrolled our 7 yr old daughter for guitar classes. This is what happened:…read more 1)first class goes great. great teacher. 2)second class. the teacher did not come. the receptionist knew it but did not tell us. we drove all the way only to return. 3)third time we drove all the way. the receptionist told us that the class had been moved by 1 hr. 4)fourth time we drove all the way. the receptionist told us to wait. 15 mins after our scheduled class time, she called the teacher and told us that the teacher won;t come since he has car problems. we called the owner aruna and explained the situation to us. she was rude and told us sarcastically that she would pay for our gas. not a single word of apology and hung up on me. really wish it had worked out. mistakes do happen but when it happens so many times, a the other party should be sincere and try to make it up. hope you have better luck with this place!

My daughters have been students of Legato Music School for the past five years. The teachers are…read morevery nurturing and patient. There are many opportunities for recitals and performances. The principal of the music school loves to work with kids and to promote music in their lives. The teachers are willing to work with the students to fit in the lessons and the students' other activities and genuinely care about their students not just about their music lessons.

Rumyana is a wonderful piano teacher who's very good with children. My kids love to learn from her…read moreas she's very patient and she teaches each child at his/her pace and level. My kids have enjoyed playing the piano because Rumyana makes it fun for them. We're so happy to have found the perfect piano teacher for our kids and have recommended to several of our friends and they're all very happy as well.