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    What is the minimum age for a child to enroll?

    Although every child is different, we recommend that children are at least 7 years old before enrolling at Oclef. In some cases, we recommend the student starts even later. We are aware that most schools and studios take children from 4-6 years old,… Read more

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    4.7(15 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    This is an amazing music school!! I have my 8 years old…read moredaughter here for piano class and my daughter has enjoyed it so much!! The classroom and environment is cozy, clean and you can really focus on learning! My daughter piano teacher, Ms. Natalia Pedtrikovska, is amazing! She is knowledgeable, kind, sweet , flexible and very patient with kid ! We are thankful to have her

    My kid has been studying at this school for over two years, and we have had an absolutely wonderful…read moreexperience. Her teacher, Yulduz Abduraimova, is incredibly patient, kind, and caring. Her deep love for music truly shines through her teaching and has had a beautiful influence on my kid. Because of Ms. Abduraimova, my kid genuinely loves learning piano and looks forward to every lesson. She creates a supportive and encouraging environment where kids feel confident and motivated. From classical music to pop pieces, she is able to guide her students with great skill and flexibility, making learning both effective and enjoyable. We feel extremely blessed and fortunate to have found such an amazing teacher. I sincerely hope that more kids who love music will have the opportunity to learn from Yulduz Abduraimova. She is truly a gift to her students and families.

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    Pleasanton Academy of Music - Ethan Li and Ryan Wong won the second place at Music Through The Centuries Competition  San Francisco 2025

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    Pleasanton Academy of Music - Pleasanton Academy of Music student Francesca is performing at the Music Through the Centuries Competition in Strasbourg, France!

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    Pleasanton Academy of Music - Sophie is performing at the legendary Carnegie Hall in New York City!

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    SchwÄn Violins - Better instruments for children

    SchwÄn Violins

    4.2(33 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    We rented here over the 24/25 school year for my daughter to pick up the Viola. The shop owner (at…read morethe time) was swamped with multiple people in the shop since it was the beginning of the year and he had some help. They were fairly helpful coming from someone who knows nothing about orchestral instruments. They had a wide range of instruments late after the local school started which was a bit odd but a sigh of relief for us since it enabled my daughter to play something. They had all the sizes needed in both Viola and Violin so that was good. The shop keeper's daughter helped size my daughter for the right sized viola and we were on our way! Or so we thought. His daughter said we're good but he insisted we get a chin rest for the viola. Repeating the fact that I know nothing about these, I listened and bought a $25 rest. Why? because I thought she needed it. Fast forward 8 months, my daughter NEVER used it. Apparently the rest is for kids who have trouble fitting it. So if you get one that's too big/small it is an intermediary. Problem is, she was sized for the right one! Again, thinking about the end of year, we are there to return and the shop keeper asks if we're going to play next year (in 3months). I tell him yes and he keeps drilling the statement, "It doesn't make sense for you to return. It's a waste of money because of your rental credit" The words rental credit in most peoples' minds would flag a "Oh i don't want to miss out on that money". I asked him to clarify what it was and what it was applied to and he kept insisting I'd be losing out on it. When he realized I wasn't budging on that front, he said that I would have to pay for another fitting fee too when we returned. I asked him how much it was and he didn't really give specifics. I told him we were going to not even touch it for 3 months because of travel and other activities and that I didnt' want to pay the 3 months rental. He kept insisting it's not worth it. He was talking a lot and honestly was confusing me so I said, "Hold on, let's do the math here." His tone changed completely. He realized what was going on and finally started talking straight. The fitting fee was $28... or you could say ONE month. The rental credit? It's in your contract (which you should review) and is a credit of 50% of your rental fees towards purchasing the viola you rented... Let's think about this. You've got a kid who's NOT fitted for a full size. Why on earth would I buy a 3/4 size viola? I told him we're never going to buy and he did the sensible thing of saying "You never know" and he was right. I don't, but I know i'm not buying a 3/4 viola. In the end, I thanked him for trying to "save me money" but told him I'm not interested. I'm not trying to say he was trying to swindle us but he was sure trying to get us to not return it when I made it clear, we weren't going to keep returning. On top of all this, he doesn't have a computer system for the rentals. That's fine in many aspects, just weird. I'd rent from here again since they were helpful and it's reasonably priced, but the return process was like trying to cancel your xfinity subscription

    I went there to get violin for my 5th grader. Environmental is very Friendly and professional…read more Great instruments and very experienced

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    Radayeva Music Studio

    Radayeva Music Studio

    4.6(35 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    My son has been with Rimma for the past 4 years. Rimma is a hard working teacher. Not only does she…read moretakes her time to teach her students, she arranges for recitals, competitions and festivals so students can showcase their talents, learn how to perform and enjoy music other peers play. All activities are voluntary and base on individual experience. Other teachers in the studios are excellent and experienced with teaching, holding high professions standards. They all have compassion to motivate students to learn and reach their highest limit. You have options to switch to other teachers according to your time availability and music levels. Overall, my son has become so much more confident and mature. He is now a member in school orchestra. Thank you Rimma, for providing such a nurturing environment for all yo

    I am a music teaching professional with 10+ years of experience in the field. Believe me when I say…read morethis school is far above many other schools in the area. The teachers are very highly qualified and sought-after teachers, who produce very high-level players. All the teachers are different with different styles. Many are international with experience performing on an international stage. The atmosphere is supportive and relaxed, and that of high-level achievement. Unbelievably, the studio manages to keep prices below other music schools in the area! I am impressed with this school, and would recommend it to any student looking for a quality classical education in music.

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