We've had the pleasure of working with Dr. Dennis Frayne for 3 years, and his piano teaching has…read morebeen truly transformative for my two sons. He is patient, highly consistent, and sets clear expectations that motivate without overwhelming them. Both boys look forward to their lessons and have made steady, measurable progress over the years. If you want a dedicated and effective piano teacher for your children, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Dennis Frayne and the lake forest school of music!

We are very pleased with our son's piano teacher Dennis. He is patient, explains concepts clearly,…read moreand teaches at a pace that truly fits the student. Beyond learning how to play the piano, he also helps students understand music itself, which has made a big difference in our son's progress. We've seen steady improvement in both skill and confidence, and our son genuinely enjoys his lessons. Highly recommended.

My son has been taking lessons from Dr. Debbie for over a year now and he has improved…read moredramatically. Dr. Brener really listens and tailors her approach to teaching based on each child's individual strengths and what they like to play. I thoroughly recommend Brener Piano Studio and Dr. Brener to anyone who wants their child to learn and grow and have fun playing the piano. Scott Weekley

My two boys, now 18 and 16 years old, have studied piano under Debbie Brener for the past 6 years…read moreand I strongly recommend her without reservation to any young musician or family. Mrs. Brener has been kind, inspirational, compassionate and demanding (in the most productive ways) with us. She has guided my boys through the ups and downs of their own commitment to music, accommodated a busy and sometimes unpredictable schedule of time conflicts (both boys play ice hockey) and challenged them to achieve a level of musicianship that they did not believe they were capable of (nor did I). I marvel at how far they have come during their time studying under Mrs. Brener. We are all so incredibly grateful for Mrs. Brener's depth of knowledge, instructional expertise and genuine affection for my boys. Although my older son is off to university, my younger son will continue training under Mrs Brener for as long as possble. Thank you Mrs. Brener and we hope your studio overflows with music and joy for years to come!!!

***Highly recommend Mr.Felix**** We started with We Play…read moreMusic and Mr. Felix last year, and he has been the best piano teacher for our son. He is very kind and patient, and our son always looks forward to his piano classes. He helped our son complete two RCM levels, and we're so grateful for his guidance. Mr. Felix listens to the kids, encourages them to be creative, and teaches them based on their interests. At the same time, he gives them a gentle push when needed to keep them motivated and on track with their RCM goals. He is also great at keeping parents updated, with clear communication, planning, and instructions, so we always know what to expect. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better piano teacher for our son. Also, the front desk staff are amazing! They are always friendly, helpful, and welcoming. We highly recommend We Play Music to anyone looking for a great music school.

**Highly Recommend Mr. Joseph!** Mr. Joseph is an incredible…read moredrum coach! He has been teaching my son for more than 3 years now, and the progress has been amazing. My son absolutely looks up to him as the "GOAT" and has started taking his drumming so much more seriously because of his mentorship. What makes Mr. Joseph truly stand out is how exceptionally well he prepares students for the big stages. Whether it's practicing for individual recitals or keeping up with the intense precision needed for drumline, his teaching style is spot-on. He knows exactly how to motivate kids, build their confidence, and teach excellent technique. We are so grateful for his dedication over the years!

My son has been taking piano lessons with Mr. Felix for the past year and a half, and we could not…read morebe happier with the experience. He is incredibly kind, patient, relatable, and truly talented at what he does. Mr. Felix creates such a positive and encouraging learning environment that makes kids feel comfortable and excited to learn. He knows how to connect with students in a way that keeps them engaged while still challenging them to grow musically. We've seen so much progress in our son's piano skills since starting lessons with him. If you are looking for a piano teacher who is not only skilled but also genuinely caring and supportive, I highly recommend Mr. Felix!

We love Mr Felix! He has a wonderful way of teaching that keeps kids motivated. My daughter…read moreabsolutely loves playing the piano now and even practices on her own initiative. Her confidence has grown so much. Five stars!

As Ms Lyka moved on to the next chapter of her life, my daughter now goes to Ms Jennifer C for her…read moreweekly violin lesson. Ms Jennifer C is full of energy and eager to teach. Her enthusiasm and high energy has helped my daughter to be more confident in her violin play. Ms Jennifer C mentioned that she used to be shy. Especially her big personality and confidence, it's hard to believe. Ms Jennifer C writes very thorough and detailed feedback on the portal after each lesson. It has helped my daughter's improvement and confidence in her violin play.. I hope my daughter continues to do well under the wing of Ms Jennifer C.

My son (10Y) has been going to Mr.Tzu-Jung for his lesson. Since the change, I've noticed my son…read morehas become more confident. I'm thankful that Mr.Tzu-Jung is so patient and help improve on my son's piano play.

We are so happy with our daughter's experience at this music school! The teachers are kind,…read morepatient, and very supportive. We've seen a wonderful improvement in her skills and confidence, and she truly enjoys learning music. Highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a great place for their child!

I take piano lessons here. They've got a great facility, really happy with my teacher, John, and…read morejust a nice overall experience here as an adult learner.

I was looking up YMC online for the calendar and Yelp site came up second on the list. I was amused…read moreby the rating so I read all the reviews and felt compelled to write my own. I sent my 2 kids (now 15 and 11) to YMC for over 6 years. First of all, the parents must expect to be part of the system in order for it to work, at least for several years. If the plan is to drop a 4-year-old kid off once a week and expect the kid to come home practice, unleash his/her undying love for music, while cannot wait to boast to your friends and family that your child is a musician, you are kidding yourself. The group lesson is a little over $100 for about 4 lessons a month, I doubt a private tutor goes for less than that, or an hour a week is close to sufficient.... For us, group lessons for the kids at the beginning worked out well. You and your child get to find out if you are up for more serious commitment later. The class setting gives kids a chance to learn with their peers. You know if your child is ahead/behind and you work with your child. YOU get to learn the same time as your children, so you can reinforce what's taught, at least at the beginning. Consider you are paying for 1 and get 1 free. The start is going to be slow. Learning music is not easy. If I pay for private lesson instead I would most likely not be invited to listen in and unable to assist with the child's progress. Yamaha trains through what they consider the correct way, where kids tend to like to play by ears, they learn to read the music scores, study music theory (yikes to some), and it is not necessarily easy or fun for most. Looking back, if you wonder if it's too early to put the kid in piano at age 4 or 5, my daughter is able to achieve more than my son at her age, despite they are 4 years apart. Even though my son is playing more difficult pieces, as he's older, with more strength and longer hand reach, she progressed faster and completed the same level tests as him. Now that my son is in high school, his school work load and his other interests make it much harder to commit to playing piano. If you are to push your child to play an instrument, 4-14 is likely the period they can be pushed as they have the free time to do so, AND before the teenager weirdness kicks in. So while a child could barely play a simple Christmas song after a year in group lesson, ability to play fluently at intermediate level (like learning to speak) comes after the second year for mine. Practice at home is so important. I sat with my kids at least a couple times a week for years, plus they were expected to practice on their own for 2 times. I stopped sitting down with them last year, for at some point in time kids should learn to 'take care of their own chores/practices' especially they have all the tools to succeed on their own without their parents. Our teacher, Ms. Ana, is very nice, talented and works very hard. She has a lot on her plate, so it comes down to us the parents to help the kids with organizing - because guess what - my kids have poor organization skills, and it's nobody but the parents' job to teach and preach, even if it frustrates me to no end why they are so difficult to teach :) Over the years, under Ms. Ana, my kids had played many difficult pieces and composed several, and even though they did not earn them first prizes, and the push at home was tiresome, it's a proud accomplishment and memory for us looking back - and I have plenty of concert videos to look back to. Last week we went to a relative's home for Thanksgiving lunch; they had a piano and my kids went and played without being told. That, to me, is the true accomplishment - they love playing music, and one true gift a parent can give to a child, a skill to play a music instrument that lasts a lifetime. For those who find their teachers with accent they cannot understand, I could only suggest you speak with the front desk and ask for a different time slot for another teacher; speak with them in person before committing perhaps. For the director, we don't interact with her much, but she has always been courteous to us. To put things in perspective, she does not play a part in the child's learning experience, I would not rate the school poorly because of a poor interacting experience between the adults, but that's just me. In summary, playing music, like sports, is not for everyone; it's totally understandable, and most kids are not born self-motivated geniuses. I want my kids to learn how to play piano good, and the Yamaha system works for my kids, Ms. Ana is patient and kind, and I'm sure my kids' classmates and their parents will agree to that. The group lesson supposedly ended after the 6th year; the kids actually love the class so much they wish to continue, and Ms. Ana is providing them new ensemble pieces to play. That is where my 5 star is based on, from 6 years of experience with the school.

Very disappointing experience. After realizing the program wasn't a good fit for my 5-year-old, I…read morerequested a refund. Instead of a simple resolution, I dealt with weeks of delays, poor communication, and an unfair outcome. The customer service was far more disappointing than the financial loss. Parents should be aware that if you need to withdraw, don't expect a prompt or customer-friendly resolution.

I have been taking guitar class here at UNIART for over a year ! Love my instructor Paul and all…read morethe other students who are here , it's been a great learning experience.

Uniart Studio has became my go-to place to learn hip hop/jazz dancing. The location is private with…read morelots of parking in Lake Forest across from the Baker Ranch community. The dance instructors are experienced and the schedules can be very flexible. They also have piano lesson for kids. Highly recommend!