Musical Instruments And Teachers in Oakland

“Magnolia Music School has been such a wonderful experience for our family. My 8-year-old daughter has been taking group ukulele lessons with Sara for the past four months, and the growth we've seen in such a short time has been incredible. Sara is an exceptional teacher -- patient, encouraging, and incredibly skilled at working with kids in a way that builds both confidence and joy. My daughter is now so inspired that she's ready to move into private 1:1 lessons starting January 2026, which says everything about how positive and motivating this experience has been. Magnolia truly feels like a special place. There's a strong sense of community, creativity, and care that comes through in everything they do. We feel very grateful to be part of it and so thankful to have both Sara and Kat in my daughter's life. I'm beyond excited to see how she continues to grow and thrive next year. Highly recommend Magnolia Music School to any family looking for thoughtful, high-quality music education in a warm and supportive environment.“

“We love this family-run music school! Our 4-year old loves the Preschool Prodigies music class. He’s learning pitch, rhythm, and musicality in a fun, creative environment. He’s learned a lot quickly and gets excited to go every Saturday. We are excited to do preschool piano next semester!“

“Such a remarkable choir, director, and performance of Echoes of Eureka here in Humboldt County. I was deeply moved by the magnificent performance of this beautiful opera and by the maturity, insight, and compassion these extremely talented young singers displayed.“

“Super! I am so impressed by Kristin and her approach to teaching music and piano. She met our kid exactly where they were and adapted accordingly. She is a generous, creative and patient teacher. Would strongly recommend her for you or your kid!“