Musical Instruments & Teachers near Keyport

“Joe is an outstanding music instructor, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn an instrument. His knowledge, professionalism, and passion for teaching are truly exceptional. Since working with Joe, my son has learned to play the bass with confidence and skill, progressing far beyond what we expected.

What stands out most is Joe's ability to create a positive, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable and motivated to grow. Not only did my son improve musically, but he also gained confidence and came out of his shell socially. Joining the band has been an incredible experience for him, and Joe has played a huge role in that success.

Joe is patient, highly trained, and genuinely invested in his students' development. We are extremely grateful for the impact he has had on our son's musical journey and personal growth.“

“Our son takes piano lessons with Tim. We are so pleased with how patient and wonderful he is with our child. He loves going every week and looks forward to it. We are amazed how fast he is learning ! The whole school is great and warming ! HIGHLY recommend Octopus Music School to ALL!!! Thank you :)“

“They were very slow to respond to online inquiries. I was ready to place an order after getting a few important questions answered, but by the time I finally got the information, the horn was gone. I also had to call multiple times just to figure out what was going on.

They may be fine for in-person shopping, but based on this online purchase experience, I would not consider them again.

UPDATES: They reached out to me for remediation on the issues I encountered. Raising from two stars to four stars.“

“My son started his Rock Out Loud journey a few years ago with the Kids Rock sessions. Now he takes vocal lessons with Mark once a week. His confidence and talent has grown significantly. Music is a huge part of our family and we love to sing together and go to concerts. Now my son is 7 and he just performed at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park singing a tune from our favorite band, Metallica. Every staff member is wonderful and professional and they truly give these kids the opportunity of a lifetime!

Update! Our son just performed at the Starland Ballroom on 6/29/25 and he opened the show with a fantastic band. His coach Mark really helped him ace the performance and got him out of shell! Thank you Mark, the team and all of Rock Out Loud for providing such a supportive music school!

8/28/25 Another fun update! We enrolled our son for the band camp this summer which is 8 days of creative musical genius. Our son and 3 other kids wrote a song, recorded it in their studio and made a music video. The coaches Maria and Chris helped foster their love for music, creativity and teamwork - they worked together so well. Our son cannot wait to return! Thank you for making this such a fun experience!“

“This place is a wonderful environment for creative growth. The staff are very kind. Guy is a great teacher. I would highly recommend him.“

“We've had a great experience with Lakehouse Music Academy. The staff is incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed. The environment feels welcoming and structured, which makes it easier to stay focused and motivated.

A special shoutout to Pete, our son's band's instructor and leader, who really stands out. He encourages autonomy, letting the kids make decisions on their own while still offering plenty of patience and support. This creates a great balance for learning, growth and creativity. It’s clear he truly cares about helping the kids build confidence and develop their musical skills at their own pace.

Andy and all staff take the time to understand each student’s musical needs and provide guidance that actually makes a difference. I would absolutely recommend Lakehouse Academy to anyone looking for a positive, supportive, and effective learning environment.“