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Love your music lessons – the Irvine School of Music classes are for all ages, skill levels, and interests.

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"Our experience at Irvine School of Music has been nothing short of exceptional, and we couldn't be more grateful for the incredible dedication of Mr. Jonathan as our daughter's violin teacher. From the very beginning, his passion for music and commitment to his students have been evident in every lesson.

Mr. Jonathan has a unique way of inspiring young musicians, balancing technical precision with encouragement and genuine enthusiasm. His patient and tailored approach ensures that each student not only improves their skills but also develops a deep love for the instrument. Our daughter has grown tremendously under his guidance--not just in technique, but in confidence and musicality. He also prepped her so well for her very first recital and we couldn't thank him enough.

The school itself provides a fantastic learning environment, fostering both discipline and creativity. If you're looking for a place where your child will thrive musically, Irvine School of Music and our violin teacher Mr. Jonathan are second to none! We're so thankful to be able to find such a great school and teacher for our daughter! Highly recommended!"

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Nikki NTustin, CA

Voted 2 years in a row - 2022 and 2023 - Best Music Lessons by Parenting OC's Reader's Choice Awards!

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ISM Offers a Wide Range of Music Classes For All Ages, Skill Levels, and Musical Interests

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“It is obvious that the Irvine School of Music is providing its students with a first-rate musical education and unique performing opportunities. I look forward to hearing your kids again.” – Sukhee Kang, Mayor of Irvine (2008-2012)

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"We highly recommend Irvine School of music to anyone who wants to learn to play an instrument. Our daughter started taking private piano classes when she was six, and so far, she has made an amazing progress. Recently she attended her big concert at Colburn school of music, and she did awesome.

Her teacher is very patient and caring as well as a wonderful teacher. She makes her lessons a lot of fun, and our daughter looks forward to her piano lesson every week. ISM is an awesome school, and the staff that works there are very caring, patient, understanding, supportive, and welcoming. Coming here allows us to watch our child grow intellectually, and as a musician. We are very grateful to ISM for that."

Elvira DLong Beach, CA

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Irvine School of Music Reviews

Srivathsan RIrvine, CA

My 11 year old daughter has been taking piano lessons at Irvine school of music since July 2020. We are having the best experience since then.

Her teacher is excellent and very knowledgeable. She is very kind, friendly patient and great with time management and ensures she learns new techniques in all lessons.

My 6 year old son started taking piano lessons from July 2023. He absolutely loves it and looks forward to his weekly lesson. His teacher is wonderful too.

There are tons of opportunities for students to showcase their talents in the concerts and grow their passion for music. The front desk staff is amazing and accommodating. They work hard to organize concerts. Irvine school of music is a great environment for learning music. Highly recommend.

Christopher BSoMa, San Francisco, CA

I have been playing music for over 25 years. I was a drummer in the Marine Corps Band, taught private lessons, and graduated college with a music degree. I say all of that because I really want to drive home the fact that the Irvine School of Music is an EXCELLENT SCHOOL.

I wanted to learn the piano as an adult student. When I called the school of music to sign up for lessons, the staff were incredibly accommodating and pleasant. They quickly and efficiently signed me up for lessons.

My instructor was incredibly knowledgable and was able to quickly assess my ability and get me moving in the direction I wanted to go.

Finally, and I feel a little strange talking about this, I found the lessons to be very affordable.

It was nice to be back in that world of learning music. It was like a breath of fresh air that I used to breathe. I am grateful to the Irvine School of Music.

Simon M
Simon MIrvine, CA

ISM has played an important role in building confidence and musical skills for the kiddos. My oldest has been learning the drums from Peter and describes him as "patient and nice." He's adept at slowing the pace and bringing in different strategies of learning for improved student engagement.

We also have the youngest taking flute lessons and it's music to my ears. I am not entirely musically inclined but can see and hear the improvement. ISM teaches and challenges their students in a supportive way and that's really how I measure effectiveness and success.

The kids enjoy going to ISM and have transitioned well with virtual classes, so we haven't had to push them to attend.

In short, the instructors are student focused and the school is reasonably priced and receptive to feedback. For those reasons, ISM earns an "A major" as our music school here in Irvine.

HP LIrvine, CA

My two kids (8 and 5) have been taking piano lessons with Cameron, the Director, for some time (3 years for the older son; 1 year for the younger daughter). I don't have experience with other studios or instructors, but I have been very happy with their progress. My daughter is also in the choir program which she loves.

I think Cameron is a creative and enthusiastic teacher who does a great job tailoring his instruction to each kid. I see and appreciate the differences in the way he teaches the two. I would guess his overall style is more relaxed than the stereotypical piano instructor. He's very patient but firm in a way that is appropriate for the age of each kid. Cameron is open to feedback and very responsive to suggestions and concerns.

I really like the fact that Cameron emphasizes music appreciation and enjoyment above competition and awards. If you want to go the competition route, I am sure you can get that kind of training from him or someone else at the school. Personally, I am glad that the material the kids have been learning isn't solely Classical but instead includes Jazz pieces, American standards, and pop songs. We aren't trying to raise concert pianists, but do want kids who enjoy different kinds of music.

I believe it is important that the music instructor, parents, and kids should be compatible. I really like the overall approach and instructional style that Cameron uses -- I assume that others in the school are using the same approach. But I would still recommend that anyone interested in the school have a discussion about your goals and the approach you wish to take, so you can decide whether there's a good match.

I'm excited about the new school location. It's much more accessible and a nicer place to wait!

Theron GSanta Ana, CA

I have been with the Irvine School of Music for almost 5 years now. I came in with an advanced knowledge of music theory and performance, but of course as the wonderful faculty would teach me there was still much that I needed to learn. I have opened my eyes to the many different styles of music and have really enjoyed learning them alongside my wonderful instructor Ms. Carole.

Whether it be getting ready for a big showcase like Carnegie Hall or perfecting my audition pieces for college Ms. Carole was always there to guide me and help with her knowledge. The school and Ms. Carole have taught me to truly love my art and I plan on taking it with me to college as I am a graduating senior this year.

I will be attending the University of Puget Sound in the fall and will be converting my love and passion for music into my college work with a major in music performance. Thanks to the Irvine School of Music I have been able to make many of my dreams come true from my Carnegie Hall debut to getting into my number 1 pick for a college. I will be sad to leave such a wonderful program, but I know that what I have learned from my teacher and this school will be with me wherever my music takes me in the future.

A. M.Irvine, CA

I had been wanting to learn how to play the piano for years, but got more motivated when my 3 year old son expressed an interest in the piano (and music in general). This past fall we BOTH started lessons at the Irvine School of Music (Cameron was recommended to us by a friend).

My 3 year old looks forward to seeing Ms. Hallie every week for his "pre-piano" lessons, and is learning the fundamentals of music, such as rhythm and note recognition (i.e. the difference between a quarter note and half note). The way Ms. Hallie teaches these concepts to someone so young is really fascinating.

I have been enjoying my own lessons with Pheaross very much. His knowledge of music is astounding, and in addition to piano, we are working on music theory which has helped me tremendously in my playing. Although I cannot practice as much as I would like because of the demands of my job and motherhood, Pheaross is understanding and never makes me feel guilty. He keeps piano fun, which is exactly what I think it should be.

Svetlana Y
Svetlana Y

Irvine School of Music has been a constant source of musical inspiration for our daughter over the past two years. We began with group lessons and soon transitioned to private instruction with teacher Luke, who has over 20 years of piano experience and a deep passion for music. As parents, we have clearly seen our daughter’s progress during this time. Her love for music continues to grow every day.

In just two years, she has participated in numerous concerts - both small and large - including a concert at the Colburn School in Los Angeles, which she is especially proud of. She is also very excited about the upcoming Carnegie Hall concert in the summer of 2026.

Also, the school itself is always beautifully decorated for the seasons, and the staff is friendly and always available. Highly recommend Irvine School of Music to anyone looking for an inspiring and supportive musical environment.

Vickie L
Vickie L

My experience at Irvine School of Music was 100% positive. I have three daughters aged 17, 15 and 11 and they love the pianos at Irvine school of music. There are many rooms with pianos in amazing condition. The pianos are especially well maintained, tuned and temperature controlled.

All the staff we have met at ISM are kind, friendly, welcoming, gracious, accommodating, professional and passionate about music. I especially appreciate the many performance opportunities offered to students! It’s not easy to train young students to have the familiarity and confidence to perform music publicly. It’s exceptional to have a school that believes in performance training.

We are newcomers and they made us feel at home and a provided a safe place for expressing our music. I would recommend this school for students of all ages and all genres of piano music! Richie gave us a fun tour of the school and I think anyone curious about learning music should consider this wonderful school.

Naomi B
Naomi B

I’ve been attending ISM for almost a year now and started with virtually zero piano experience. As an adult student, I was hesitant to begin lessons, but ISM has been incredibly welcoming. I’ve never once felt silly or out of place being a beginner as an adult.

I’m really proud of the progress I’ve made in my first year, thanks to working with both Teacher Parnian and Teacher Owen. Each teacher has their own style, but lessons always strike a great balance between building strong foundational skills and keeping things fun. I also love that we get to play songs I actually want to play, which makes learning feel exciting and motivating.

If you’re an adult considering music lessons — especially as a beginner — I can’t recommend ISM enough.

Tanya M
Tanya M

Irvine School of Music offers a fantastic environment for children interested in music education. They cater to students with no clear instrument preference, providing introductory experiences with various instruments, as well as in-depth instruction for those with established interests.

The curriculum at Irvine School of Music stands out for its flexibility and how easily digestible it is for students. This adaptable approach ensures that learning is both effective and engaging.

The instructors are a significant asset. Our family has had a wonderful experience with Francis, who has been an awesome teacher. He is attentive to our needs and skillfully adjusts his teaching methods accordingly, ensuring a personalized learning journey.

Great experience overall and we strongly recommend this school!

Suja K

My son started as a piano student at Irvine school of music (ISM) in 2015. Mr. Cameron and his team consists of exceptional educators and front office staff.

My son was leveled up with experienced teachers as he progressed. In the last 9 years, my son has advanced so much in his musical journey. I’m very grateful to ISM for supporting my son in the process.

Also I want to point out that ISM staff are very detail oriented and do their due diligence for all the recitals and concerts. These collaborative events helps the students to showcase their talents.

I highly recommend ISM to anyone who wants to become an accomplished musician.