Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Music Lessons Provider in Seattle, WA
4/4 School Of Music has been dedicated to music education for over 17 years, serving thousands of students across Washington, Oregon, and Texas. Founded by Tyler Tullock, a lifelong music educator with nearly 30 years of teaching experience, our school combines personalized instruction with a supportive, family-oriented environment. Our team of 100+ passionate instructors delivers tailored lessons for piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, and more, catering to students of all skill levels from beginners to advanced musicians. We prioritize flexibility, offering month-to-month enrollment with no contracts, and foster a joyful learning atmosphere through student concerts, summer camps, and interactive recitals. With 12 neighborhood locations and online Zoom lessons, we make music education accessible and convenient for families. Our back-office team ensures seamless operations, from scheduling to payment management, while our leaderships commitment to quality has earned us over 1,000 five-star reviews. We pride ourselves on matching students with the right teachers, providing free registration for additional family members, and maintaining a customer-centric approach that has made us one of the nations leading private music schools.
Services
Piano Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Voice Lessons
Drum Lessons
Violin Lessons
Online Music Lessons
Summer Camps
Student Concerts
Gift Certificates
Teacher Training
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 17 years of experience in personalized music education.
- Our team includes 100+ passionate, qualified instructors.
- Flexible scheduling with month-to-month enrollment available.
- 1,000+ five-star reviews highlight our exceptional customer service.
- We provide both in-person and online lessons for convenience.
What people say
Enthusiastic teachers
Flexible scheduling
Family-friendly
Great customer service
Fun learning environment
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano lessons cater to all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced students. Instructors focus on proper technique, music theory, and personalized song selection to ensure engaging, progressive learning. Lessons are available in-person at 12 locations or online via Zoom, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate busy lifestyles.
Guitar Lessons
Guitar lessons cover rock, jazz, country, blues, and classical styles for ages seven and up. Beginners start with foundational chords and strumming patterns, while advanced students refine complex techniques. We offer both electric and acoustic guitar instruction, with guidance on selecting appropriate instruments for young learners.
Voice Lessons
Voice lessons focus on breath control, pitch accuracy, and vocal health for adults and children. Instructors emphasize safe singing practices for young students while helping adults expand their vocal range. Classes combine technical training with song interpretation to develop well-rounded vocalists.
Drum Lessons
Drum lessons teach rhythm, coordination, and proper stick technique for acoustic and electronic kits. Students learn various genres while developing steady timing through structured exercises. Instructors provide guidance on setting up practice spaces and selecting beginner-friendly electronic drum sets with headphone compatibility.
Violin Lessons
Violin instruction emphasizes proper posture, bowing technique, and finger placement for all skill levels. Teachers assist with instrument sizing to ensure comfort for growing children, offering rental recommendations when needed. Lessons incorporate classical repertoire while accommodating modern musical preferences.
People
Tyler Tullock
Director
Founder Tyler Tullock has taught music for 30 years, mentoring over 3,000 students. He established 4/4 School Of Music in 2004 with former students Steve Bambrough and Ryan Casperson, building it into a nationally recognized institution with 12 locations and 100+ instructors.
Bonnie Tullock
Assistant Director
Bonnie Tullock manages daily operations and customer satisfaction. A cancer survivor and active community member, she ensures students receive personalized attention while maintaining the schools warm, family-oriented atmosphere through her 15+ years of service.
Eric Tullock
CFO
Eric Tullock oversees business development and financial operations. With a background in saxophone and clarinet performance, he combines musical expertise with strategic leadership to support the schools growth across three states since 2004.
Ryan Casperson
Concerts/Camps Director
Ryan Casperson, a former student turned instructor, has directed student concerts and summer programs for 17 years. He manages event logistics while teaching advanced violin techniques, contributing to the schools reputation for comprehensive musical development.
Rachel Nichols
Human Resources Director
Rachel Nichols leads teacher recruitment and training, reviewing 1,000+ applications annually. As both HR director and experienced music instructor, she ensures educational quality while supporting the schools expansion through 15 years of dedicated service.
Questions
Do you offer online music lessons?
Yes, we provide online lessons via Zoom for all instruments, maintaining the same quality instruction as in-person sessions with flexible scheduling options.
What instruments do you teach?
We offer piano, guitar, voice, drums, violin, bass, banjo, mandolin, and cello lessons from beginner to advanced levels at 12 neighborhood locations.
Are there age requirements for lessons?
Lessons start at age four for piano and voice, with guitar recommended for ages seven and older. We accommodate adult beginners and experienced musicians of all ages.
Do you have recitals or performance opportunities?
We host multiple student concerts annually, including winter and spring recitals, providing performance experience in a supportive environment for all skill levels.
Can I try a lesson before committing?
While we don't offer free trial lessons, our month-to-month enrollment allows you to experience our teaching approach with no long-term contracts required.
How do I choose the right teacher?
Our staff matches students with compatible instructors based on learning goals and personality, ensuring personalized instruction that adapts to individual progress and interests.
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Reviews (40)
Suja S.
May 15, 2022
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My daughter has been taking Music lessons with 4/4 music school in Plano for the last 2 years. We are incredibly happy with the lessons given by Ms. Amanda and Ms. Wesson. Even though classes are online(in person is available now) we have never felt the need of going in person as we get the same quality being remote. The administrators are highly responsive and support you in every need. I would say this is an awesome place to take your passion to the next level.
Keerthika Damodaraswamy
Apr 27, 2022
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My daughter takes piano lessons in Plano, and we love it. Nikko is the best. In addition to play the songs from book, he also teaches how to identify keys by listening to music and play a song even without notes. Highly recommend.
Sharon T.
Mar 30, 2022
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My 2 daughters have been taking violin lessons here for a few months, and I think it's been going great! My 15 yr old is not a beginner but wanted to improve her skills. Her teacher Johana has been able to teach her technique tricks to fine tune her playing and bring out the color of the pieces. It is amazing to discover that there is still so much to learn and I think it has motivated my daughter to practice more.
My 8 yr old is taking lessons with Jaime, and she is very patient and explains why things have to be done a certain way, which my daughter really likes. It helps her better understand what the exercises want her to achieve. Jaime is also starting to teach her some advanced bow techniques, which make her feel so 'grownup'.
My 8 yr old is taking lessons with Jaime, and she is very patient and explains why things have to be done a certain way, which my daughter really likes. It helps her better understand what the exercises want her to achieve. Jaime is also starting to teach her some advanced bow techniques, which make her feel so 'grownup'.
Jennifer Juarez
Dec 08, 2021
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We've been going to 4/4 for piano lessons with Amanda for almost a year. Amanda is a great! She's super patient with our chatty student and has helped her progress quite a bit. The admin staff at 4/4 are also great, super responsive and always very accommodating. We love 4/4!
Robyn Seaburg
Sep 22, 2021
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My daughter took piano lessons as Bellevue location with Colt Wolfe and we hAd a wonderful experience. They were very flexible in offering in person or zoom based on our personal preference. Colt was patient and kind and had lessons very appropriate for my daughters age. I highly recommend Colt and 4/4 Music!
Casey Skelton
Aug 13, 2021
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My 9 year old took violin at the Plano location and we had a wonderful experience. The staff answers emails and texts promptly and they are always extremely friendly and helpful. The two teachers we worked with were highly qualified. We ended up having to take a break from lessons but would not hesitate to return in the future.
Arun P.
Jul 12, 2021
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My 8 year old son has been learning guitar with Mr. Kevin for the last 1 year in the Plano location. He is such an awesome teacher and very patient with kids. My son loves his classes and we love to see him happy : Also the admin staff are awesome, they respond to emails/calls like flash and are always friendly.
Phil Roden
May 23, 2021
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Picking up an instrument as an adult has been quite fun. I've been taking guitar lessons with Kevin for 2 1/2 years and he is able to help me make progress every week. I really appreciate his patience and help trying to become a musician. Additionally the staff has been very helpful helping schedule and re-schedule classes as needed.
Trang Nam L.
Nov 19, 2020
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I am very satisfied with my daughter's progress in piano. Her teacher is very catchy in finding my daughter's weakness. My daughter has learned for a year and now she can play piano quite well at her level.
Antara Chakraborty
Mar 25, 2020
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Ryan is absolutely the best guitar teacher we could have asked for. He is very approchable and patient and genuinely wants to help. Even during these testing times, he has wonderfully conducted zoom sessions and its been a sigh of relief ! Thank you Ryan! For being such an amazing influence!
Gowri Raj
Feb 01, 2020
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Ian has been an excellent coach/teacher for Sanjay. His approach to music, being friendly with kids while underscoring the importance of discipline is much appreciated. Sanjay has musically grown considerably since starting classes with Ian starting from scratch. We also like his encouragement towards performing, preparations for that but without adding pressure to students. Overall we are super happy with Ian and 4/4 and looking forward to continue classes for Sanjay!
Anya Khlobystina
Jan 17, 2020
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I've been taking guitar classes with this school for the last year - and I love them! They have nice and convenient locations, so I've never had problems to get to them after work. 30-minute classes work great too. A teacher can teach you a lot during that time - just don't forget to schedule time for practicing :) They also provide an option of participating in student concerts, it's a great opportunity to play in front of people.
And the last, but not least - my teacher Mike Kohary is absolutely great! He shows different techniques to make it easier to study guitar and also provides songs (if you're interested) that you like so you can learn faster and have even more fun!
And the last, but not least - my teacher Mike Kohary is absolutely great! He shows different techniques to make it easier to study guitar and also provides songs (if you're interested) that you like so you can learn faster and have even more fun!
Anya K.
Jan 16, 2020
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I've been taking guitar classes with this school for the last year - and I love them! They have nice and convenient locations, so I've never had problems to get to them after work. 30-minute classes work great too. A teacher can teach you a lot during that time - just don't forget to schedule time for practicing :) They also provide an option of participating in student concerts, it's a great opportunity to play in front of people.
And the last, but not least - my teacher Mike Kohary is absolutely great! He shows different techniques to make it easier to study guitar and also provides songs (if you're interested) that you like so you can learn faster and have even more fun!
And the last, but not least - my teacher Mike Kohary is absolutely great! He shows different techniques to make it easier to study guitar and also provides songs (if you're interested) that you like so you can learn faster and have even more fun!
Jennifer F.
Oct 07, 2019
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Our kids have been attending 4/4 School of Music for 1+ years. My 8 year old started with piano and recently moved to guitar. My 4 year old is learning piano. The staff here is amazing - so friendly, helpful and great with the kids. Every interaction is a positive one. I would highly recommend me Katya for younger piano students. She has just the right amount of silly and encouraging attitude that makes them want to succeed. For guitar, my son really enjoys James and is super impressed by his musicianship. This is a great environment for young musicians.
Nelia F.
Oct 05, 2019
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I have no issue with my son's teacher. He is actually great. My issues is the restroom. There's barely any warm water coming out of the toilet, the soap is water down and the hand dryer doesn't even give enough power to dry your hands. I spoke with the lady/manager at the front desk. She said, the hot water is controlled by the building and they don't want to provide paper towel because kids put in the toilet. I find it hard to believe because the restaurant next door has plenty of running hot water in their restroom. I think the owner can provide better supplies and plenty of warm water if they want to.
Steve S.
Jun 25, 2019
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My 10-year old grade daughter has been taking violin lessons here for a year and it has been a GREAT experience. Very convenient location and scheduling, and our teacher Bridget is excellent--very patient, knowledgeable, and accommodating of what kind of music my daughter liked to play best. The school also has an optional recital that is a very good (and low pressure) performance experience. Highly recommended!
Julia R.
Jun 03, 2019
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My daughter Milla has been taking vocal lessons at the 4/4 School of Music location in Redmond for a year now. She has greatly enjoyed workig with both of her excellent coaches, and thrived in the learning environment provided. We can warmly recommend the 1/1 vocal lessons provided!
Preeti S.
Apr 04, 2019
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My daughters take lessons from Jansen and Emi for Drums and Voice and I can't emphasize enough, the improvement! Jansen is very patient with my 7 year old! He adjusts his technique to bring out the best in her. Emi has been phenomenal in improving my 13 year old's singing! The admin team has also been very professional and responsive. Thank you!
Anish Enos
Mar 18, 2019
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Great music school with excellent facility. The piano teacher Charlotte at Plano studio is just awesome. Her way of teaching is just exceptional. She teaches in such a way that it makes learning fun. My 5 year old daughter was super excited to go to her class every week. Highly recommend 4/4 school of music and especially Charlotte to others.
Lisa T.
Mar 13, 2019
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Wow the new Redmond location is spiffy! I've been taking adult piano lessons with Nadine, she is great! And if your lucky you might get to here her hum or sing for you; she reminds me of Mary Poppins
Dipali Nigudkar
Dec 10, 2018
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Our boys take piano classes at 4/4 School of Music in Plano and we are very happy! Their teacher (Mr Michael) is great! The customer service is excellent too, prompt communication and follow up. Highly recommend them!
David Melberg
Oct 02, 2018
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I started taking guitar lessons with Ryan almost two years ago kind of on a whim not really knowing what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised and have enjoyed my weekly lessons very much. Ryan has been great and is very talented and knowledgeable and while my greatest fault is not practicing like I know I should (must practice!!), Ryan never faults me for that and is always eager to answer my questions and show me something new, explain technical aspects of my instruments or even delve into a bit of music theory. Im always greeted with a smile and Hi, how are you doing today? in reception at the Lynnwood facility and always feel welcome. Sadly, I have had to withdraw due to other obligations, but I enthusiastically recommend Ryan and 4/4 Music and who knows...maybe I will be able to return some day. Thanks Ryan and 4/4 Music!
Emily B.
Sep 05, 2018
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We have had such a great experience at 4/4! My son has been taking guitar lessons with Joey for a year, and he loves it. Joey began by asking my son what kind of music he likes and wants to play, and then started teaching him to play it. I love that he doesn't start with boring guitar books, but actually teaches the kids to play music they love. My son looks forward to each lesson. The office staff has always been very friendly, and is super accommodating whenever I need to change or cancel lessons. I highly recommend 4/4 School of Music.
Eniwas Kobbe
Jul 14, 2018
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A big shout out to 4/4 Beaverton School of Music. My son has been taking lessons for 5 years and I have nothing negative to say. Josiah has made the classes interesting where he teaches what Jason needs to know and also lets him pursue what he wants to do. Jason loves playing by ear and he is very good at that. Josiah lets him to that and he even encourages him to add his own swag. I have sat in the classes several times and watch their interactions.
I'm impressed! I would recommend 4/4 Beaverton school of music. Jason has been taking piano lessons since second grade and he had few teachers who did not quite understand his ability. 4/4 Beaverton school of music did not only provide the platform but also encouraged him to run with it. Josiah made sure that he also spends his time reading notations. In 5 years Jason has progressed tremendously. Unfortunately we have to bow out as he has new adventures around the corner - a freshman in college. Thank you 4/4 Beaverton school of music for making our journey so memorable.
I'm impressed! I would recommend 4/4 Beaverton school of music. Jason has been taking piano lessons since second grade and he had few teachers who did not quite understand his ability. 4/4 Beaverton school of music did not only provide the platform but also encouraged him to run with it. Josiah made sure that he also spends his time reading notations. In 5 years Jason has progressed tremendously. Unfortunately we have to bow out as he has new adventures around the corner - a freshman in college. Thank you 4/4 Beaverton school of music for making our journey so memorable.
Martha Blalock
Jun 29, 2018
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One of our kids takes drum lessons and another is learning piano at 4/4 in Frisco, and our experience has been excellent, exactly what we were looking for to guide our beginning music students! Teachers are professional and work well with our kids individual personalities. Most importantly for us, the prices are reasonable and considerably cheaper than all of the other Music schools I first researched, without sacrificing the quality of instruction.
Kim R.
May 17, 2018
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I enrolled my 5th grade son for violin lessons to give him an extra boost for his required orchestra class at school. His instructor Sarah has done a great job keeping him engaged and making it a positive experience. The behind the scene staff has been quick to respond to my questions and schedule changes.
Frank Lee
May 11, 2018
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School is awesome all staff is great and my son's teacher is excellent, super patient, very professional wise and has lots of knowledge in his area. Fantastic we like it a lot and we plenty recommend it.
Tim R.
Mar 26, 2018
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David Lin is great! He is a tremendous teacher of children; talented, patient and meets the kids at their level. As a musician myself, I'm pleased with my children's progress and participation, much of which I can trace to the environment in which David is creating.
Anmol Bhate
Jan 16, 2018
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My son has been going to 4/4 for over a year and takes piano lessons from Colt. He has learned so much in such a short time, from concepts to reading sheet music and loves playing the piano at home. Colt is an amazing instructor and my son has made great progress under him. I would highly recommend him and 4/4 to anyone who wants to learn music.
Alina S.
Aug 25, 2017
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My son loves the guitar classes with Joey Lyon, his classes are tailored based on the student style of learning and preferred music style. Also, 44 Music Customer Service is always quick to reply and assist with my requests to adjust my son schedule.
Sindhu N.
Apr 21, 2017
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I have been taking piano lessons at 4/4 school of music for more than an year now and would surely recommend it to everyone. My teaches Dora and Audrey have been great and I've advanced a lot in my skills very fast. The administration is also very responsive and reply very quickly to any requests or queries. That has added to my experience being really good at the school.
Kelsey N.
Feb 23, 2017
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As an adult with zero musical background, I found 4/4 School of music to be my perfect introduction to guitar. The 30 minute one-on-one lessons were ideal for reviewing my progress and expanding my skills as I became ready. I also appreciated that the school provides a blank lesson book that my teacher and I could write in to establish what to practice between lessons (otherwise I would forget). I attended the Redmond location and had Colt as my teacher.
He is a skilled musician but also patient and non-judgmental which is exactly what I needed from a teacher of such a precise art form. I unfortunately had to stop my lessons due to busy life constraints but when I'm ready to resume the practice I will definitely return to 4/4! PS: The Redmond location has a decent amount of parking right in front of the building which I always find to be helpful.
He is a skilled musician but also patient and non-judgmental which is exactly what I needed from a teacher of such a precise art form. I unfortunately had to stop my lessons due to busy life constraints but when I'm ready to resume the practice I will definitely return to 4/4! PS: The Redmond location has a decent amount of parking right in front of the building which I always find to be helpful.
Dk B.
Feb 22, 2017
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My son and I took guitar lessons with Austin. He's a very friendly and patient teacher with a great understanding of theory, but with a relaxed approach. My son really enjoys working with him - he's good with kids!
Lorie Robinson
Jan 01, 2017
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We've had a great experience at 4/4 School of Music. My son has taken drumset lessons here for about 3 years now. The teachers are very good, and the staff is extremely responsive. I definitely recommend them. UPDATE: My daughter has now been taking piano lessons at 4/4 for a few years. She had two good teachers during that time. They listened to and responded to her interests and goals and had a great demeanor with her.
Chris B.
Dec 02, 2016
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If have been taking guitar lessons with JT Phillips at 44 Music for about a year now. JT is a fabulous teacher with a depth of knowledge, skill, talent and above all patience that is hard to beat. 44 Music is very lucky to have him on their team. I highly recommend JT and 44. I came in to learn to play a few songs and walked out with a "degree" in Music Theory with took my playing to a whole other level that I never imagined.
Kc T.
May 16, 2015
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My 13 year old daughter has been taking singing and piano lessons from Riley for over a year now and I can't say enough good things about our experience. 44 School of Music is great overall to work with and Riley in particular is something we look forward to each week. My daughter has gained enormously in skill and confidence. Riley is absolutely fantastic.
Jonny H.
Jan 28, 2013
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A great place to learn! Terrific instructors that are knowledgeable and patient. My child has progressed so much in the short time he's been taking lessons there. Reasonable prices and excellent staff!
Jennifer Wang
My 10 year old son decided he wanted to take up guitar this year, so I researched music schools and chose 4/4 school of music because of its close proximity to our home. After just a few lessons, my son not only really enjoys it, but he looks forward to it each week. The teachers are very nice and all seem to have a very broad spectrum of musical knowledge and instruments and really care about the students. I highly recommend 4/4 school of music.
Jeff Wilcox
I have taken piano lessons from Joey Lyon for about 7 months now. He is an amazing instructor. We discussed what I hoped to get out of the lessons early on, and he has helped me consistently progress in the direction I want ever since. There has been a mix of types of lessons and things to practice - from songs I choose, lessons books I move through at my own pace, to theory, and online practices.
Considering he is great at piano instruction, I suspect his guitar lessons (his main instrument of choice) would be equally great - for both novice and advanced students. As a small note about 4/4 Music - they are always very responsive and easy to work with. I am pleased to have gone with them and with Joey.
Considering he is great at piano instruction, I suspect his guitar lessons (his main instrument of choice) would be equally great - for both novice and advanced students. As a small note about 4/4 Music - they are always very responsive and easy to work with. I am pleased to have gone with them and with Joey.
Ella Steere
The teachers are awesome! Allston is taking voice and piano with a great teacher Kristie! We like Kristie because she let's Allston pick what he wants to learn and he is progressing great! Colter is taking the Uke and loves his teacher Travis! I highly recommend 4/4 School of Music!!