My son had a trial lesson with Elyse a couple of weeks ago. She teaches out of her home. He's an…read moreintermediate-advanced student and we've been in search of a new violin teacher as his instructor of five years has left the area. She is a personable and informative instructor, and identified both areas of strength as well as feedback regarding areas of improvement very quickly. So even in the 45 minutes they met, she provided some good tips for him and things to work on that were constructive, and he felt he could connect with her and learn from her. Her rates are reasonable and she is approachable and communicative in a timely manner, something I truly appreciate. We live in Hayward and she is in San Mateo, and if she were closer, the decision to have her as his new violin instructor would be a no-brainer! Right now balancing all of the drives I currently do with other kid activities, so adding another drive across the bridge is a challenge. But I did want to make it known to anyone else looking for a violin instructor for their child (or themselves!) that Elyse is top-notch, and you cannot go wrong with her.

I was referred to Elyse by my daughter's previous viola teacher because she was moving out of…read morestate. We were specifically looking for a viola teacher that focuses on the viola technique and has been delighted with Elyse's teaching style and knowledge. My daughter took weekly lessons with Elyse from her Junior year to senior year while participating in the Carlmont High School orchestra as well as the Peninsula Youth Orchestra. I cannot shower enough praise on Elyse as a teacher. She is strict when she needs to yet form a great bond and trust with my daughter. Elyse will focus her teaching based on your requirements be it sharpening fundamentals, working through orchestral pieces, or prepping for auditions. If you need a viola teacher on the Peninsula for your child, you can't go wrong with Elyse.

Our 7 year old started piano instructions with Natalie about 3 months ago. I recently had a chance…read moreto see my child and her peers perform and it was pretty amazing. The 'before' and 'after' could not be more impressive. I was able to see the level at which her other, older students were playing, which reinforces why we think she is amazing at piano instruction.

Wonderful instruction. Natalie is very patient with children and we have seen tremendous progress.read more

located in a strip mall along el camino real...next to my gym with paik's noodles and kabul afghan…read morein the same complex...tuition is based on semesters of 17 lessons or 18 if no rescheduling...tuition comes out to roughly $60 for each 30-minute lesson and about $110 for an hour...lessons are one-on-one in private rooms...parents are allowed to enter and observe...would recommend observing to know what your child needs to practice on when home...child taking piano lessons and doing great...the instructor is very thorough and passionate about teaching...quality and level of teaching is outstanding...

My son has been a student here since they first opened their doors almost 10 years ago and I could…read morenot be more happier with the results of his musical journey. He signed up knowing nothing about music, specifically the guitar, and now he can read, understand music theory and compose his own music. He's even decided to minor in music at college. Over the course of the years at Green Octave, he's only had 2 instructors, Teacher Eric initially and Teacher Matt D. for the last 2.5 years. They both were phenomenal instructors and have nurtured his music interest, encouraged him to grow musically and helped with bettering his composition skills. While he never learned the piano, he is able to play chords on the piano--a great accomplishment. The past year has been a challenge with distance learning and Zoom lessons, but it all worked out and the school was even able to hold an Zoom Spring recital for the students. Great job Green Octave and to Director Benny and Exec. Director Nelson!!

Claudia is a wonderful piano teacher for students of all ages! She will tailor your lessons to…read moreyour age, interests and musical background. She is a fantastic pianist herself, a fantastic teacher and a fantastic human being! You'll have a great experience taking lessons from her.

Ms Tatyana is a wonderful teacher. Moreover a beautiful human. My daughter used to look forward to…read moreher piano lessons each week. Ms Tatyana made my daughter fall in love with piano. She held recitals too. Its a wonderful opportunity for us as parents, to be a part of the piano fraternity. We are sad that she had to move away from San Jose. But we wish her the best. I am very very sure whoever comes to her with a will to learn, she will give nothing but her best to teach that person.

Amazing teacher; loving to students. Great attitude and patience. Would recommend this teacher to…read moreanyone.

Mona is an outstanding teacher and coach! She's been working with me for only 5 months or so, and…read morewhat a difference. She is super knowledgeable and incredibly positive and supportive. Also a great part of our local music community!

Still great! My 10 yo has thrived as Mona's voice student. If your kid is singing a lot and needs a…read morehealthy outlet, consider Mo Music Voice Studio. Mona's passion for music is infectious, and she strives to develop every aspiring singer to their potential.

Finding the right piano teacher can be stressful for parents and students. The teacher needs to be…read moreknowledgeable, approachable, firm but kind, and a great fit for the student. Our daughter had had several other teachers who were fine but not fantastic. Last year, we were fortunate to come across Joy Han. An acquaintance of ours spoke highly of her, so we contacted Joy to schedule a tryout. From the very beginning, Joy demonstrated care, knowledge, and passion for music that was a great fit for us. She has students with many different ability levels, and our daughter has thrived under her tutelage. Joy makes lessons fun and productive while making sure the kids push themselves to get better. Striking that delicate balance between firm and kind is an art, and Joy is an artist in that regard. If you would like to have your child (or even adult) student succeed in their piano growth, I recommend you contact Joy and see what I mean. She is great.

I have taken lessons from Joy Han for over ten years, and although it has been many years since I…read moreleft for college, I still remember and bask in thankfulness for Ms. Han. Whenever I enjoy and appreciate classical music--especially the piano pieces, I am always reminded of Ms. Han's incredible skills and her passionate heart for teaching us students. She runs with a relentless pursuit of excellence for all of her students. I learned to do my very best in learning theory, practicing at home, and in confidently performing at recitals, competitions and auditions. As for professionalism, Joy Han is the most professional one can be. She is always punctual and very organized. We always have a consistent lesson plan, with a scheduled homework plan. The smaller private setting also provides her the opportunity to build a teacher-student relationship--so she will remember how much progress you made by practicing at home. Ms. Han has also taught two of my younger brothers as well. They too reflect on our past days of piano lessons with Ms. Han and wouldn't have traded the experience with another teacher. We miss you Ms. Han! Thank you for imparting your passion and joy for music onto me, John, and Sam!

We've been so happy with Alita, who has been teaching our 7-year-old piano for the past year and a…read morehalf. She creates such a warm, encouraging, and structured environment -- helping our son build both confidence and skill while keeping lessons fun and motivating. Alita's recitals are truly special -- beautifully organized and thoughtfully introducing each child in a lovely setting. It's clear she puts great care into helping every student feel proud of their progress. If you're looking for a kind, patient, and inspiring piano teacher, we can't recommend Alita enough. She's been a wonderful influence and has made learning music such a joyful experience for our family.

We feel so lucky to have found Ms. Alita! My daughter has grown so much in both skill and…read moreconfidence since starting lessons. The learning is not stressful yet still focusing on strong fundamentals--sight reading, rhythm, and technique. What I especially appreciate is the patience and encouragement--Ms. Alita never pushes too hard but instead creates a comfortable environment where kids can learn at their own pace. This approach keeps my child motivated to practice and genuinely excited about music!