Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Premier Music Education Center in Belmont, MA
At Powers Music School, we believe that music education is a transformative journey accessible to individuals of all ages and skill levels. Our dedicated team of instructors tailors lessons to meet each student's unique goals, whether mastering a favorite song, building confidence through performance, or exploring new musical traditions. With programs spanning private instruction, group classes, and community ensembles, we foster a supportive environment where creativity, resilience, and self-expression thrive. Our commitment to personalized teaching ensures that every student receives guidance aligned with their abilities and aspirations. From early childhood classes to adult programs, we offer comprehensive instruction across piano, strings, voice, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and plucked instruments.Through annual festivals, recitals, and workshops, we connect students with broader musical communities while celebrating individual progress. As a cornerstone of music education in Belmont since 1978, we remain dedicated to nurturing both technical proficiency and personal growth. Our flexible scheduling accommodates diverse needs, ensuring accessibility for all learners. By emphasizing foundational skills and artistic exploration, we empower students to achieve their full potential. This philosophy has made us a trusted resource for music education in the region.
Services
Private Instruction
Group Classes
Music Therapy
Summer Programs
Community Ensembles
Workshops
Recitals
Festivals
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer customized lessons for all ages and skill levels
- Our instructors specialize in Suzuki, Dalcroze, and contemporary methods
- We host 20+ annual performance opportunities for students
- Our faculty includes professional musicians with 10+ years average experience
- We provide adaptive music therapy programs for special needs learners
Services
Private Instruction
Customized music lessons for all ages and skill levels. Our certified instructors provide personalized guidance in piano, strings, voice, and orchestral instruments. Lessons emphasize technical development, musical interpretation, and goal-oriented progress. Students receive tailored practice plans and performance preparation.
Group Classes
Collaborative music education experiences for children and adults. Classes include chamber music, jazz ensembles, and community bands. Participants develop ensemble skills while building musical friendships. Programs are organized by age group and experience level.
Music Therapy
Board-certified therapists use music interventions to address cognitive, emotional, and physical needs. Services include individual and group sessions for children and adults with developmental disabilities, autism, and neurological conditions. Programs focus on communication, motor skills, and emotional expression.
Summer Programs
Intensive music education during school breaks. Offerings include day camps, masterclasses, and specialty workshops in genres from classical to rock. Programs combine technical training with creative exploration for students aged 6-18 and adult learners.
Community Ensembles
Opportunities for public performance and musical collaboration. Includes Belmont Community Band, Chamber Music Program, and Adult Flute Choir. Ensembles welcome both students and community members, with auditions based on skill level.
Questions
What age groups do you accept for music lessons?
We offer programs for students aged 4 and up, including adult learners. Early childhood classes start at age 2 with parent participation.
Do you offer lessons for beginners?
Yes, we welcome all skill levels. Our instructors specialize in adapting lessons to meet each student's experience and learning style.
What instruments can I study at Powers?
We offer instruction in piano, strings, voice, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and plucked instruments. Specialized programs include Suzuki violin and Dalcroze eurhythmics.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
We host over 20 annual events including recitals, festivals, and community concerts. Students can participate in ensembles and seasonal performances.
Do you provide music therapy services?
Yes, our board-certified music therapists offer individual and group sessions for children and adults with special needs.
What summer programs are available?
Our summer offerings include day camps, masterclasses, and specialty workshops in various genres for students aged 6-18 and adult learners.
Reviews (6)
Yoshen Menn
Dec 27, 2019
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My daughter enjoys Music Pups program with her older sister a lot. We played musics from class material (CD) at home almost everyday so our kids engaged in the class so nicely and joyfully. Highly recommended this class for infants and toddlers.
Philo W.
Sep 17, 2019
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We get to know this wonderful school by attending their storytelling concert at library. I'm impressed by the professional performance, so I register my kid for the Music pups class. Both of us love this class a lot. The teacher Jennifer is awesome. She's very passionate and knows how to engage everyone in the class. Both of my kid and I enjoyed sing and dance with her in the class. It helped us build a good memory that will last a long time. And I also learned some music that I could sing to my child in the future. I highly recommend this class to anyone that have babies / toddlers.
Charles Meng
Dec 18, 2018
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My 2 and half yo daughter loves Music Pups program and keeps listening to, humming, and singing the songs she learned from this class. It is amazing to see my kid growing her music sense with Powers. Highly recommended.
Anna Taylor
May 24, 2018
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I have taken all 4 of my children to Music Pups at Powers over the years. We love it! The older kids still sing the songs.
Canli Hua
Jan 29, 2018
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My 5 year old boy signed up the high five piano class this fall semester and he really loves the class. The teacher is very friendly and patient, and the class is a good intro of music and piano to kids. In addition, School offers study materials and no need to purchase textbook yourself. Great starting point for children's music life!
Kiernan M.
Jun 03, 2016
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My two children have been taking piano lessons with Yas Ishibashi at Powers. My youngest started as a first grader, my oldest as a second grader. I am amazed at how far they've come so quickly. Powers emphasizes performances early and often, which is just the incentive my children sometimes need to put in that extra bit of practice. This emphasis also teaches them that it's OK to make mistakes--that they can learn from them in the (futile but worthy) pursuit of perfection. Our experience with Yas has been wonderful--she is flexible, fun, and forgiving!
