ok, as a guitar player wanting to become a better piano player... Just had my 1st lesson at BMA w/ Phil. Outstanding! best 30 minutes Ever. read more

Rude employees and my children were very disappointed in the lack of ability to choose what they wanted to learn. My children face struggles as being young Jewish students already and it felt even more wrong with hostile staff, more specifically, the (non) gentleman Michael. read more

BMA is just awesome! Not only do they teach kids to play instruments but they also help them form bands and give them opportunities to play various venues. Highly recommended! read more

Rock n Roll camp at Burbank Music Academy is amazing! The teachers foster a supportive environment, where my 7-year-old can be himself, make friends, and learn. Highly recommend! read more

Really great program! Laura who runs it literally rocks and her teachers are fantastic! Kids learn about music history, try out all the instruments and leans how to work in groups and gain confidence on stage. Plus it's the best kid performance you will ever go to! So much fun! We went 3 weeks!! read more

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Can't say enough great things about BMA. Kids have been taking classes and going to camp for several summers. They've got great instructors and are really good about matching the right instructor or switching things up when they need it. Summer Rock Band camp is the best. Camp games, music history and a fantastic finale show. Our kids always have a great time and can't wait to come back. Thank you BMA! read more

We just started lessons here and so far so good ! Friendly and patient with the kids and the kids love it

My granddaughter is taking guitar lessons for summer and she like the academy. She goes 1 day a week for an hour. She is 13 and gives the place 5 stars. read more

This academy has made my granddaughter love playing all the different instruments in the summer sessions and now she's taking lessons with her guitar. Great place to give kids confidence read more

Great music school !!!!!!!!!! Mean Mike is pretty cool, thats what my kid thought! Thanks for donating your time on the Starapolusa event. It was fun ! read more

Great school with amazing teachers. Our boy loved in there. We are already looking into the summer camp schedule!

My son has been having lessons at BMA for almost 5 years now. He plays drums and piano and is pretty good if I do say so myself. I love the community at BMA and how friendly, professional, and educated the instructors are. I highly recommend this music school!! read more

Searching for a music teacher for my twin 7 year olds a friend reccomended BMA and I'm so glad they did. The Acedemy has great teachers who are extremely skilled musicians and excellent teachers. The best thing about this place is that it's a safe supportive space for kids to learn their craft. If you have small kids I couldn't say more about how you should enroll them here. read more

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This is a NASTY location I am a father of 4 beautiful daughters that have always enrolled in After School Program and always had a beautiful time, and I have always enjoyed the experience of watching and listening to them perform. But this year has been a horrible experience for my youngest daughter, I know the teachers are signed up to teach but if they can't handle the pressure just don't do it. My youngest was told to her face and all her band members that they "SUCK" and "don't even know if they should be able to perform". These are kindergarten students learning to perform.. I want people to know if they bring their children here always watch and listen to them and what is being told to them. I will make sure everyone know about this spot. I will be speaking with the Manager soon and suggest to put microphone is the classrooms to avoid situation like this. read more

Climbed the ladder from student to intern. The whole staff was friendly and knowledgable. Highly recommend!

So grateful for BMA being a great school and a valued community member. Both of my children have had the pleasure of participating in a fundraising program for the past 7 years. My kids have loved learning new instruments and experiencing rockin out with their peers. Their teachers have taught them so much in a short amount of time. Laura and her staff are generous with their hearts and time. A rare find! Thank you BMA for helping our school continue to rock our arts programming due to your generosity! read more

Burbank is so lucky to have such an awesome music school in our neighborhood! Laura and the whole team at BMA do so much for our community. My daughter has had the opportunity to participate in Rockin for Edison for the past 3 years and it truly is a highlight of every year. Thank you all so much for providing our kids the opportunity to "Rock Out" and develop a love for music. You are truly appreciated! read more

The teachers are good and kindly, but one of the owners is very touchy and will not treat the kids well at all if she's in the slightest of a bad mood. And seeing that is a huge turn off in a school. UPDATE: Owner messaged me thinking that my review is bias because I was a contractor at the school. I would like everyone to know that my opinion/ view of the school is not determined by work experiences. What I saw may have been during work hours, but regardless if I worked there or not my view is still valid. Even if the owner thinks otherwise because I do not have children of my own or was only a contractor. Also, just because I don't have any children doesn't mean I don't know how to handle them. read more

I had the privilage of being a vocal/piano teacher with Burbank Music Academy from 2008-2012 before moving to New York City the end of 2012. I can not begin to tell you how wonderful BMA is! Ed and Laura Wynne KNOW what they are doing! They throughly check each teacher and verify their skills. The teachers at BMA are also working professionals so you are not only getting a highly qualified teacher but one who can teach a student what happens in the "real world" of music! Another huge plus is that Laura assess the personality of the student and matches them with the best teacher. You child is in great hands! The summer programs are the BEST! Students get group and individual instruction and by the end of the program are in a fully functioning band! If you have never seen this transformation you will be AMAZED!!! You child will blossom and grow as a band member and with his/her individual talent! As a teacher you are surrounded by supportive co-workers who also work as a team to build up one another. Being a pianist I had always wanted to take guitar. Alan Bailey was AWESOME at teaching me the basics of guitar and making it fun in the process! Not only did I learn to play, but he helped me understand the differences in the chord structure of piano verses guitar. As a songwriter this was (and still is) invaluable! If you want to be a well-rounded musician, Burbank Music Academy is the place! I miss everyone and still keep in touch with former students and co-workers (friends) in all their success! read more

Been rehearsing in the main room with the chickering grand piano. Nice acoustics, rooms well insulated and perfect size for a 12 piece band! Street parking's a breeze on weekdays. ****When they stop fuckin' up the bookings I'll throw in another star!**** read more

There are several places for music lessons available in the San Fernando Valley. I cannot comment on the nature of other similar businesses in the area, but BMA has a top notch facility with reinforced sound rooms (especially good for drum lessons) a fully rigged performance stage and full backline for the kids to rehearse with. Each lesson room is outfitted with good working equipment and the facility is kept in great condition considering the amount of kid traffic going through the doors. The teachers at BMA are made up of professional studio and touring musicians with a history in the music business. At BMA a culture of music education is in place which gives the students the essential rudiments necessary to become great musicians. The students learn to read music notation, theory, rhythmic principles and musicianship from highly skilled professionals. The kids aren't limited to "rock academics" (is that even a thing?) They can learn jazz, blues, pop, RnB, whatever they wish because the material is presented in a way which can apply to any musical style. Only music education takes place here, which is why this is rightly called an "academy" That being said, there is a fun summer camp and Arts outreach programs in place that allow novice players who just want to jam to try it out. Once they get into lessons, that's where the true molding begins. -I am a teacher here at Burbank Music Academy. I have between 50-60 students a week and a high student retention rate due to the nature of how BMA conducts its business. read more

Great music teachers! I took my 8 year old daughter and my 12 year old son here and they loved it! read more

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My 13 yo daughter has been a violin student with "Mr. Wolfie" for maybe three months now. She came in with no experience with violin but some in other instruments. She's now working on a simple Vivaldi piece she loved from the Little Einsteins show when she was a toddler. Her teacher is terrific with her. He speaks with her and not at her. She values his instruction and he makes her feel okay about the learning process instead of pressuring her. We work together on cultivating her love of music so that makes me feel good about my choice to bring her here. This summer she had a sub for several weeks. That worked out amazing as well and she didn't miss a beat in progressing musically. When her regular teacher returned she had improved on her technical skills. I'm not saying this place will turn any kid into a musician but it is a nurturing environment, which is more important than becoming a rock star in my opinion. From what I've observed all the teachers are passionate about what they do and enthusiastic with the kids. I have seen other teachers elsewhere go thru the motions of teaching with no soul but that's not this place. Thanks BMA and WT for helping me make my kid a better human. :) read more

My son just finished three weeks of their Summer Band Camp and he had a blast. He had always somewhat enjoyed playing guitar, but finally getting the chance to incorporate it with playing in a BAND has really changed his attitude toward music. The owner Laura was awesome on so many levels. They also offered very affordable add on aftercare for days when I needed to pick him up a little later which was sooooo helpful. If your child is on the fence about continuing to play his or her instrument I'd strongly suggest signing them up for this camp--it will most likely help them and you make up your mind about continuing their music career. read more

Our 1st experience was camp, and my now 8 year old son had a great time. (We loved the performance!) Then he started drum lessons with Voyce whom my son always looks forward to seeing. (Went virtual for a year due to Covid.) Now my kid is doing a Jam session and he loves it. My kid can go here not knowing anyone and still have a blast. This school is a gem. No Mozarts in our family, but my kid is getting into music because of his positive experiences here. We've had bad experiences at other camps when my kid doesn't know anyone, but he's always happy here. We love this school and all they do for the community. Kind souls, always helpful, keeping music alive in Burbank. read more

My 5-year-old just did one week of the Winter Camp and each day I picked her up and asked, "How was it?" She'd say, "It was the best day ever," which is a reflection on the awesome staff and supportive students who made her four days at Burbank Music Academy so memorable. Even though she was one of the youngest kids, the older ones treated her well, and the experience of playing with a band to a packed room today has her completely hooked. The minute we left after the performance she said to me, "I want to do that again . . . immediately," and has repeated that sentiment all night since. Many thanks to all involved for making her feel so welcomed, especially 10-year-old guitarist Jackson, who made it a point to come up to me after to tell her that she did great all week. On that note, we really appreciated that she had the opportunity to collaborate with kids of all ages and skill levels. I feel there is the potential for more social and musical development in that kind of environment versus being kept in groups that are more homogenous, which is often the case in educational environments. We hope to be back again in the future, and also appreciate the referral program, which we took advantage of! read more

If you are wondering where to turn to for music lessons, look no further than Burbank Music Academy. My daughter Olivia has been taking voice, piano, guitar, and theory for the last 2 years. She is even in a rock band there. It has been the most amazing experience ever....she adores her time there and as a parent with a music background I have seen first hand how the teachers are not only talented musicians themselves, but they really know how to connect with the kids. Another plus...the lessons are very affordable! C. Painter read more

Both my sons, ages 7 and 5, attend BMA for piano lessons, and I am one of their adult students, learning bass. My sons are both enjoying their lessons, motivated to practice and proud of their skill. I hope when they get older, they will show interest in joining the band match-making scene that the school promotes and continue to foster the motivation to hone their skills with other kids. For myself, I find the teachers are fantastic, skilled musicians (Even when you get a substitute! It seems like everybody there can play any instrument you put them in front of, which is pretty awesome) and sometimes we'll find ourselves just jamming for the entire lesson, which certainly makes me feel like more than just another student. (And lets face it, how many outlets does a parent of 2 with a full time job get to jam? right?) From the start, I've felt welcomed, and the owner quickly establishes an rapport with the kids and parents after a few lessons. She certainly takes the time to learn names and encourages and praises them even if they're having an off day. I highly recommend BMA. read more

Burbank Music Academy is one of the most respected and trusted businesses in Burbank. Their staff is genuinely committed to their students, care about their learning, and understand how children learn. My son has started his third straight year of learning his instrument, and his progress has been amazing. He is learning how to play several styles of music, music theory, sight reading of music notes, ear training, correct fingering, and how to compose his own music. My son has accomplished all of this at a very young age because of the amazing teaching staff at BMA. He has also participated for two years in BMA's school fundraising concert series, whereby BMA teachers donate their time to teach over a hundred kids at his school how to play music over the course of several weeks, culminating in a fun concert they get to perform with their band, which raises money for his school. I cannot say enough good things about Burbank Music Academy. They are truly a class act and I look forward to my son learning from them for many years to come. read more

We are so lucky to have Burbank Music Academy not only for after-school and summer programs, but for the owner's generosity with Rockin for Edison. The staff is amazing...and beyond patient!!! My child loved learning to play guitar and sing on stage for the first time! I'm signing her up for band camp this summer. read more

My child has been going to BMA for three years for lessons, summer camp as well as participating in the Rockin' for the Arts. He has made tremendous progress learning the guitar. All the teachers and staff at the school are friendly and very committed to teaching. Their love of music and ability to entertain and teach the kids is fantastic. I have and would highly recommend this school to any child or adult interested in learning a musical instrument or taking voice lessons. read more

My daughters been going here since she was 6 and she is almost 13 now. Amazing cant say enough good things about Laura and the staff and teachers read more

This place is truly as good as it gets when it come to private music education. O only have great things to say about the people that work here. There has been a lot of negative stuff going around here about the owner but I feel that its wrong. She is very kind and helpful and as is the rest of the staff. In terms of teaching all the teachers are highly knowledgeable about all the styles of music and music theory as well as the physical playing of the instrument. I came to BMA looking for a guitar teacher and I got one. I've been studying with him since November of 2011. Only great things to say. Learning guitar has been an excellent experience and I plan to continue on that path. My brother who is 6 now plays piano with another great teacher. Anyway, at the end of the day, this place is great for music lessons. read more

TERRIBLE TEACHER AND WORSE CUSTOMER SERVICE!! My 11 year old daughter wouldn't go back for trumpet lessons after having a lesson with Nathan, who was confusing and rude. I have a few examples but I will list just one: He told her that something she was doing was wrong and to do it again. Then when she was confused and tried to correct what was "wrong" and did it again, he said, "Just kidding, you did it right the first time." So then my daughter didn't know which was true so after her lesson, looked it up on YouTube because she didn't trust what he was telling her. My daughter is a beginning student. She hasn't been playing long enough to know what is right or wrong! And she is 11. She needs guidance and instruction not fake negative feedback and passive aggressive "joking". After I asked the school for a different teacher and explained why, I got no response except that they were "looking into it." I never heard back. I pre-paid for 7 lessons but we only used one, so I asked that if they couldn't find a new teacher for my daughter, that they please just refund the remainder of the money and we would look for lessons elsewhere. I got NO RESPONSE. I asked again a week later and again got NO RESPONSE. Thus, I am writing this review to warn others. I would give this school zero stars but they did make it fairly easy to rent a trumpet, which I also paid in advance for 3 months. We have since found a fantastic new teacher elsewhere. read more

BMA was recommended to us by other parents whose children have enjoyed success there. Our 6-year old son had no prior experience with music when he attended their summer music camp. I will say that overall he had a positive experience, which is testament to the quality of the instructors. My son had the opportunity to play with a band on a stage, and although is part was simple, he felt great being part of it. Unfortunately, the woman who runs the program was a real negative. Some of the students had been there all summer or take lessons there on a regular basis, so it is understandable that she would greet them warmly for a new session. My kid was a little nervous, as were several other kids who were new to the place and to music. She made no effort to make them feel comfortable and at ease. They sat there, nervous and virtually ignored. Just an acknowledgment or a few words would have made all the difference. As someone who has been a teacher and worked with kids for many years, I understand the importance of making all your students feel comfortable and welcome, especially in a new environment. This was not our experience here. On top of that, my wife approached her with a question, and this woman was kurt and rude and flew off to hang with the "cool kids." Before my son's band played, she introduced each band member, but totally skipped over my son. There were 5 children in the band! He noticed, but came up with a reason for why she would do that that made him feel better about it. This is a school and some of the kids are very young. Perhaps she is preparing them for the real world of the music industry, but to me it was just cold and unprofessional. As I said, in the end, his experience was quite positive, which is amazing given the attitude of the woman who runs the camp. I just feel that giving high fives and bantering with the kids that have been around for a while and ignoring the new kids who might need a little encoragement and support is bad teaching and bad business. Luckily, my son does want to continue to learn music, but we will most likely look elsewhere for lessons. read more

Excellent A+++ music instructors and band coaches, friendly front-desk staff, reasonably priced and easy street parking. My kid loves it. Been going there over 8 years so that should speak for itself. Owners are passionate and dedicated at what they do. read more

Burbank Music Academy is the reason that my son is such an amazing guitar player. I am so very grateful to Laura and Ed, the owners/operators, for giving my son the absolute best music education one could ever imagine at such a young age. He not only learned how to play guitar, but he learned music theory, sight reading, and was picking Paganini's Caprice by the time he was 14! The space is beautiful and inviting, the equipment is state-of-the-art, the teachers are not only amazingly talented, but completely dedicated to all of the students that take lessons from them. The recitals are beautiful, and the showcases are breathtaking. There are so many music students that BMA nurtures through their 'awkward' phase into their 'amazingly talented' phase,that it's incredible! They have many celebrity students that get their music training there, but they would never tout that. BMA is a family of amazingly talented, dedicated people who are completely altruistic. Laura's 'baby' is something called "Rockin' for the Arts" or RFTA. She brings kids from local schools into BMA and pays her teachers to form bands with these kids and teach them a song on various instruments (over 6 weeks time). She brings a stage, lights, and a sound system over to the school, and lets the kids perform on stage, allowing them to feel like rock stars for a night. All of the money raised at the event goes toward the arts education program. Laura takes nothing...it's all about being a part of keeping the music alive in the community. I feel extremely fortunate to be a part of the BMA family, and I truly hope they keep doing what they do, because it's a phenomenal gift to the kids, their families, and the community. read more

My son is taking piano classes in Burbank Music Academy with Mr. Phil. He is a great teacher who is very meticulous and highly detail oriented. My son loves this place and we cant wait for our daughter to start her classes! read more

My daughter has been taking drum lessons with Jeff for about 6 months and he is AWESOME! My daughter just loves him. He makes learning fun and is very encouraging. He even offered to come to our house to help set up our new drum set, if we needed help! My other daughter has taken guitar lessons with Mark for years and he's such a gentle, kind person. My daughter has learned so much from him and always looks forward to her lessons. BMA is a terrific place! I highly recommend it! read more

Our son takes drums lessons with a great teacher named Jeff Page, who is encouraging & enthusiastic. So glad our son has the opportunity to learn from such a great musician! read more