Musical Instruments & Teachers near Needham

“No review could fully capture my praise for Olga and the work she has done with my son on violin. From the moment they met two years ago, he felt immediately at ease — she has a rare gift for connecting with children quickly and making them feel welcomed.

Despite her incredible talent as a professional musician, she is somehow able to meet children where they are and make complex concepts more approachable. Olga has helped my son gain confidence and progress to learn increasingly challenging rhythms, techniques and songs. She is a wonderful teacher and human being in general, and we look forward to seeing her at each lesson. Thank you, Olga!“

“My daughter found the love for music, piano, with her teacher Tom. She tried a few teachers but Tom by far is the best. She looked forward to seeing him every week. Thank you Tom“

“We are so glad to have piano and vocal lessons with Dan. Our child absolutely loves his classes and looks forward to every single lesson. He brings an incredible level of enthusiasm and patience that makes learning feel joyful. His encouragement and wholehearted dedication has helped a lot to come this far. We can also see how deeply he is invested with each student in the recitals. We are truly grateful to have Dan as part of our child’s musical journey and growth.“

“Our family has had a truly wonderful experience at this music school. My son James has grown tremendously thanks to the dedication and hard work of his teacher, Mr. Liubomyr. He has provided thoughtful guidance and unwavering support in preparing my son for both orchestra and competitions. His attention to detail, high standards, and constant encoura gement have helped my son develop strong technical skills, confidence, and a deep love for music.

Ms. Tanya’s music theory class is excellent—well structured, engaging, and highly effective in building a solid musical foundation. The summer camp organized by Ms. Tanya and Mr. Liubomyr is also outstanding, offering an inspiring and well-organized environment for young musicians. Mr. Liubomyr is also a faculty member at the Cremona International Music Academy, and the opportunity for students to participate in the camp in Cremona is especially exciting.

I also highly recommend the adult chamber music program. It provides a rare and welcoming opportunity for adult musicians to play in ensembles and continue growing. I personally had a wonderful time playing in a trio alongside other passionate and talented adult musicians.

Overall, this school offers exceptional teaching, a supportive community, and meaningful opportunities for both students and adults. We feel very fortunate to be part of it.“

“We had a phenomenal experience with At Your Door Music. Our son took voice and piano lessons with UV for several years. We wish we could continue but he will be too busy in high school. The entire staff at AYDM is just lovely--professional and warm. I highly recommend them!“

“All the teachers at Robs Guitar School are top notch! Students have fun and learn quickly, playing the type of music and songs they choose! First lesson always free, it’s worth checking out!“

“What a wonderful experience for my 9 year old. Sophia is absolutely fantastic! She introduces
music in a fun and relatable way. She is truly a master teacher and is very clever when getting kids over hurdles in the learning process. I’m thrilled we found the Wellesley School of Music!“

“The conservatory has a staff of high quality music teachers. My son has made much progress due to the instruction he has received there.“

“I truly can’t say enough en pointe wonderful things about the Boston Ballet Adult Foundations class. While I’m sure all of the instructors are exceptional, my experience with Julia—both from a pedagogical and inclusivity standpoint—has been nothing short of top-notch. She is clearly a beautifully trained dancer, but what truly sets her apart is the way she meets each student exactly where they are and helps them grow from there.

Learning something new as an adult can feel intimidating, but Julia has a rare ability to make everyone feel seen, valued, and included—no small feat. She breaks down steps with clarity and patience, creating a class environment that feels supportive rather than overwhelming. You never feel like you’re just going through the motions; instead, you feel encouraged to plié into the learning process with confidence.

Most importantly, Julia genuinely cares—not just about correct technique, but about her students, their progress, and cultivating a real love for the art of ballet. Her passion is contagious, and it turns each class into something you look forward to all week.

I’m incredibly grateful for her teaching and so glad I took the leap and signed up. If you’re reading this because you’re on the fence, take it as your cue to jeté—I highly recommend giving it a try. ?“

“Good selection. They let you try a few Violin to find what suits you. Allan has been very helpful and accomodating. The place is humidity controlled and you will know that the instruments are cared for.“

“Pianoberries is a true gem in Brookline Village. Both of my children have been taking piano and violin lessons there and have made wonderful progress over the years. The teachers are patient, encouraging, and deeply committed, creating a warm and inspiring environment for young musicians.“

“I can really trust Ken with my instrument. He is amazing! He also helps me put the strings on my instrument in the way that will give it the best resonance and sound!“

“We discovered this family-owned place a few weeks ago that offers music classes for kids and toddlers, along with a clean playroom to use. My son really enjoys the toys and we appreciate that it is clean and not overcrowded. The family running the business is friendly and attentive. The price is reasonable.“

“Lovely store with a lot of unique products. The person who helped us was super nice and helpful. Decent prices. Will definitely come back.“

“Ben at Boston Bass Lessons has been an awesome teacher and a big reason I’ve been able to level up my bass playing. He’s helped me fill in a lot of gaps in my understanding — especially around theory — and has a really chill, approachable way of explaining things that just makes stuff click.

Every lesson feels super focused on what I need at the time, whether it's technique, timing, or getting more confident with improvisation. I always leave our sessions feeling motivated and like I’ve made progress.

If you're looking to get better at bass with someone who knows their stuff, I definitely recommend Ben at Boston Bass Lessons.“

“I just started taking piano lessons again.And chose this school because their staff and prices are phenomenal. The intake was very easy and the executive director Greg was extremely friendly and helpful with getting me paired with an instructor within a few days.

My first lesson two nights ago with instructor Esther Moreno changed my perspective on multiple things with the piano and already has excited me to play piano again every single day.

I am extremely happy that I decided to begin lessons here for $91 for 45 minutes, which is enough time for an intermediate to advanced student to acquire a great lesson and a lot of knowledge.

I believe that they offer lessons for many other instruments as well, and many of their adult students get involved within their orchestra.

I am very much looking forward to attending regularly and would recommend this school to any other musician looking to improve their technique.“

“Our daughter has been receiving piano lessons at Allegro for 2.5 years. She has learned so much and grown in her confidence throughout her time studying piano with Ms. Doina. I would highly recommend Allegro Music School!“

“I take lessons with Sienna at Cambridge Piano Lessons, and I have had a phenomenal experience as an adult trying to get back into learning piano and taking lessons. Sienna is an absolute genius. She has a brilliant way of explaining music and how to play the notes on the page. She challenges me and provides feedback that helps me to learn more about the foundation of the music.She also provides explanations in music theory (without going too much in the weeds!) which allows me to understand the basis/foundations of the music that I am playing. I feel like I have definitely improved and am getting the attention that I need to advance my skills.“

“I enrolled my daughter in the indoor family class (0-4) when she had just turned 2 years-old until now at 3 years and 3 months old. We are currently taking a break just to try out some different activities for her (not enough hours in the weekend to do everything), but I couldn’t recommend CMCJP enough. It’s obvious that Christy, the program’s founder, has a background in early childhood music education, and that she carefully curates her curriculum to cultivate musical development (i.e. learning different rhythmic patterns, songs in minor vs. major keys), music appreciation, and, most of all, fun for the kids and families! As opposed to other less thoughtful children’s music classes, she doesn’t just play a guitar while the kids shake some instruments. She really thinks about what skills she can teach through her song choices, the instruments she chooses to have the kids play with, and the body motions she incorporates with almost all her songs (clapping, dancing, etc.). As a former dancer, I particularly appreciate the importance she places on movement with most of her songs, as well as tactile props, such as scarves, accordion ropes, and, always a kid-favorite, the PARACHUTE.

In short, if you want to expose your child to a high-quality early childhood activity, I highly recommend CMCJP. We will be signing back up in the future, hopefully for some outdoor classes in the summer!“

“Irina was my piano teacher for many years and I highly recommend her for children and adults alike. Her passion for music, piano, teaching, and people is immeasurable- she’s the best!“

“Wonderful music school. The teacher incorporates piano instruction, music theory, music appreciation, and rhythm into lessons. Several recitals a year for serious students.“

“My son enjoys coming to piano lesson every week. Paul is the best piano teacher we ever had. He made the class interesting and he is so patient with my 8 year old son. Very happy with our choice ! Highly recommended!“

“We used Little Groove for my son’s 4th birthday party and it was amazing! They were so easy to work with and had great communication throughout the entire planning process. Tommy arrived early, and had 20 kids fully engaged and giggling the entire time. He brought a variety of toys (maracas, puppets, drums, parachute, etc) which the kids loved and also allowed them to participate in a variety of ways. I can’t say enough good things about little groove and I highly recommend them“

“Our son has been taking piano lessons in Merry Melody Music Academy for more than 6 years and he has decided to continue the lesson next year. The progress he has made under his teacher's guidance is remarkable. MMMA offers a great piano program suitable for both fun and competitive learning. MMMA has a group of outstanding instructors and Vivian does a great job in finding a perfect match for each child. They also offer various performance opportunities, from charity events to showcases. The end-of-year recital is always an enjoyable family event for us, and even during the pandemic, they created online performances that we enjoyed from home.In addition to piano, MMMA offers other programs such as voice, drum, guitar, and rock band. The founders, Vivian and Chris, both accomplished musicians and experienced educators, have put tremendous effort into providing this unique music education experience. We highly recommend Merry Melody Music Academy to anyone interested in taking music lessons.“