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13 Years
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Music Lessons for All Ages in San Ramon
San Ramon School of Music has been dedicated to fostering musical excellence since 2013. Our mission is to provide high-quality instruction in piano, guitar, voice, and songwriting to students of all ages and skill levels. With a faculty of experienced educators, including instructors with over 25 years of teaching experience, we offer personalized lessons tailored to individual learning styles. Our programs emphasize technical proficiency, creative expression, and performance opportunities, helping students develop both artistic and personal growth. We maintain rigorous standards while remaining accessible to diverse learners, ensuring every student receives the same level of professional instruction. Our commitment to music education extends beyond technical training, cultivating a lifelong appreciation for the arts and its transformative impact on cognitive development and emotional well-being.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Singing Lessons
Songwriting Classes
Voice Coaching
Performance Training
Music Theory
Recital Preparation
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized music instruction tailored to individual learning styles
- Our faculty includes instructors with over 25 years of teaching experience
- We provide performance opportunities for students to build confidence
- We offer multiple teaching methods including traditional and chord-based approaches
- We serve students of all ages from beginner to advanced levels
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons cater to all skill levels using diverse teaching methods including traditional sight reading and chord-based approaches. Students develop technical proficiency while exploring classical, jazz, and contemporary styles. With performance opportunities and theory instruction, our program builds foundational musical skills that enhance cognitive development and artistic expression.
Guitar Lessons
Guitar instruction covers electric and acoustic techniques for beginners through advanced players. Our teachers use personalized approaches to develop fingerstyle, strumming patterns, and music theory. Students learn various genres from rock to classical while building practical skills for solo performance and ensemble playing.
Singing Lessons
Voice lessons focus on breath control, pitch accuracy, and stylistic versatility across musical genres. Instructors identify technical weaknesses to prevent bad habits while developing range and performance confidence. Students receive personalized coaching to improve tone quality and stage presence through regular recital opportunities.
Songwriting Classes
Songwriting instruction teaches structure, melody development, and lyric composition techniques. Students learn to transform musical ideas into complete works using industry-standard practices. The curriculum covers chord progressions, arrangement techniques, and the 'hit song formula' to create emotionally resonant compositions for various performance contexts.
Performance Coaching
Performance training develops stage presence, repertoire selection, and audience engagement skills. Students participate in recitals and live events to build confidence and practical experience. Our program emphasizes technical polish while maintaining artistic authenticity across solo and ensemble performance settings.
People
Jane Brody
Instructor
Professional recording artist with Bachelor of Arts in Music and Education from University of Maryland. Specializes in piano, guitar, and songwriting instruction with 35 years of teaching experience. Former touring artist with Waterboys and REM members.
Lorrie Harris
Vocal Coach
Award-winning vocal instructor with 20 years of Bay Area teaching experience. Specializes in R&B, rock, and pop styles. Develops vocal technique while maintaining artistic authenticity across performance genres.
Linda Henning
Piano Teacher
Piano instructor with 25+ years of experience. Holds Bachelor of Arts in Human Development with childhood education focus. Combines technical training with creative expression for students of all ages.
Vince Mellone
Guitar Instructor
Classical and electric guitar specialist with 20 years of playing experience. Studied under Joe Livoti and Richard Savino. Teaches technical proficiency across multiple musical styles for students at all skill levels.
Questions
What music lesson options are available for beginners?
We offer piano, guitar, voice, and songwriting lessons for complete beginners with specialized teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles and goals.
How do your instructors approach music education?
Our experienced faculty uses personalized instruction combining technical training with creative expression, adapting methods to each student's unique abilities and musical interests.
Are there performance opportunities for students?
Yes, we provide regular recitals, concerts, and live performance events to help students build confidence and gain practical stage experience.
What age groups do you teach?
We offer lessons for all ages starting from early childhood through adult learners, with teaching methods specifically adapted to different developmental stages.
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Reviews (3)
Lorrie Harris
Feb 28, 2018
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This music school has very talented teachers who love their craft and teach their students to do the same. I highly recommend this School to anyone who wants to improve their musical talents and have fun while doing it :!
Jan K.
Sep 06, 2017
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Jane is a fantastic teacher, and leads The San Ramon School of Music. Jane is a multi-talented musician, who is equally as talented as a music teacher. She makes things really fun for the kids and allows them time to really shine and show off at great performance shows. Jane's infectious up-beat personality encourages the other teachers as well. Bring your children, or yourself to this school for well-structured lessons, positive feedback and that great feeling music brings. I've been an adult student of Jane's for many years, and highly recommend Jane and the school!
Lorrie Harris
This music school has very talented teachers who love their craft and teach their students to do the same. I highly recommend this School to anyone who wants to improve their musical talents and have fun while doing it :)!