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Music Lessons That Build Confidence for Life

 

Whether you're enrolling your child for their very first lesson or finally learning the instrument you've always wanted to play, we're here to help every student discover confidence, creativity, and the joy of making music.

Private lessons in piano, guitar, singing, violin, flute, brass, drums, & more.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated 4.9/5 by 190+ Local Families

Standard of Excellence

Exceptional teachers. Exceptional standards.

More than 60% of our faculty hold Master's or Doctoral degrees, with instructors from leading institutions such as the Cleveland Institute of Music and Oberlin Conservatory of Music.

Conservatory-to-Play™ Method

Great lessons require both exceptional teachers and a proven method.

Since its development in 2004, our Conservatory-to-Play™ approach has made essential musical principles, often emphasized later in advanced study, accessible from the earliest stages of learning. Through clear, engaging instruction, students build confidence, develop healthy habits, and establish a strong foundation for a lifelong love of music.

 

Private one-on-one Makeups

Never lose the value of a lesson.

Missed lessons are replaced with private one-on-one makeup lessons, not group classes. Students receive focused attention from their teacher so progress stays consistent and learning continues without interruption.

ESTABLISHED 2004

Experience the Standard of Excellence in Music Education

The Most Reviewed and Recommended Music Academy in Northern Ohio

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AWARDED 1st PLACE: BEST MUSIC SCHOOL

9-Time Finalist

Celebrating 20+ Years of Musical Excellence

5,000+ Students Taught Since 2004

Student Success:
 Acceptances to Berklee, Baldwin Wallace, CCM, CSU, and more

Faculty Endorsed By:
 Cleveland Orchestra | Cleveland Institute of Music | Oberlin Conservatory

Trusted by thousands since 2004: Inspiring students of all ages

What Parents Are Saying

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 Stars | 190+ Local Google Reviews

"I highly recommend The School of Music's outstanding staff..."

– Director Doug Day, Bay Village

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Northern Ohio's Award-Winning School of Music

Dedicated to Musical Excellence Since 2004

If you are looking for music lessons, you have come to the right place. Since 2004, we have taught over 5,000 students from preschool through adult. Whether our students win college scholarships or simply play for their own enjoyment, they all discover the love, creativity, and wonder that only music can inspire.

Teaching: Piano, Guitar, Singing, Violin, Flute, Brass, Ukulele, & more.

The Academy Advantage

With more than 35 experienced instructors, we don't simply assign the next available teacher. We carefully match each student with an instructor whose teaching style, personality, and expertise best fit their goals, making lessons rewarding from the very beginning.

The Conservatory-to-Play™ Method

A Proven Approach Since 2004

Building the Right Foundation from the Beginning

Since its development in 2004, our Conservatory-to-Play™ Method has helped students build lasting musical foundations by making essential musical principles, often emphasized later in advanced study, accessible from the earliest stages of learning.

Through clear, engaging instruction, students build confidence, develop healthy habits, and establish a strong foundation for a lifelong love of music.

Why the Right Foundation Matters: Too often, university music programs become a "rebuilding phase" because important foundational principles were either overlooked or taught inefficiently during a student's early years of instruction. While these students may be talented musicians, correcting deeply ingrained habits can require significant time and effort.

At The School of Music, our faculty applies the Conservatory-to-Play™ Method to help bridge this gap from the very beginning. Rather than waiting until advanced levels of study, we introduce essential musical principles early, presenting them through clear, manageable steps that are engaging and appropriate for each stage of learning. Our goal is to build the right foundation from the beginning—one that never has to be rebuilt.

Beginners Need the Right Start

The early years of music education shape far more than musical ability. They influence a student's confidence, motivation, practice habits, and long-term enjoyment of music.

Rather than waiting years to introduce important musical concepts, we introduce essential musical principles early through clear, manageable steps and interactive discovery. 

  A Confident Beginning for Every Student

One of the strengths of our Conservatory-to-Play™ Method is its flexibility. Whether a student is a young beginner, a teenager, or an adult learner, lessons are thoughtfully adapted to meet each student where they are while maintaining the same strong educational foundation.

♫ Clear, Steady Progress Our sequenced curriculum helps students build skills in a logical, supportive progression that encourages confidence and consistent growth.

♫ Creativity and Discovery Strong foundations create the freedom to explore, express, and enjoy making music while developing lasting musical understanding.

♫ Healthy Habits from the Beginning By introducing healthy technique and strong musical habits early on, students develop a lasting foundation that supports long-term growth and confidence.

♫ A Positive Performance Opportunities Recitals are offered as optional community celebrations that encourage growth in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Over time, students develop comfort performing and confidence that often extends into other areas of life.

Parents Are Always Welcome in the Studio

You are always welcome and encouraged to sit in on your child’s private lessons. For younger students especially, having a parent in the room makes a huge difference. By sharing the lesson experience, you’ll know exactly what was assigned, making it much easier to guide and encourage them during at-home practice sessions.

The Reputation You Can Trust
While other schools may point to reviews from across the state, we are honored to be Northern Ohio’s most reviewed and recommended academy right here at home. With a 4.9-star average across 185+ local reviews, our reputation is built on the success of families in Avon, Strongsville, and throughout Cleveland's West Side.

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"My daughter loves piano all thanks to Miss Lindsey! She’s so patient, and my daughter loves the technique she uses to teach piano—it’s so fun!"
- Iveve Vee

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"Ms. Soo is awesome. She has been very supportive and patient with my daughter."
- Christina Shepherd

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"Xenia is a wonderful teacher and my daughter loves being taught by her. She makes it very enjoyable!"
- Tony Paoletto

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  • Expert Teacher Matching:  We hand-pick the right personality for your child's age and interest - guaranteed. Try an introductory lesson first!
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  • All-Day Personal Assistance: Our staff is ready to help you from 10 am–8 pm weekdays and 9 am–3 pm Saturdays.

The Academy Standard: A Clear Comparison

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The Academy of Music

Other Studios

Institutional Stability

⭐ 22 Years (Est. 2004)

Recent Market Entrants

Teaching Method

⭐ Proprietary Conservatory-to-Play™

Often Standard or Generic

Makeup Lesson Policy

⭐ Private, 1-on-1 Makeups

Group Classes or No Makeups

Faculty Expertise

⭐ Instrument-Specific Specialists

Generalist or Mixed Backgrounds

Value for Tuition

⭐ Guaranteed Individualized Instruction

Variable (sometimes lost for absences)

Instructional Focus

⭐ Personalized Progress & Direction

Transactional Convenience

Institutional Oversight

⭐Board-Certified Curriculum & Quality Control

Owner-Only Management

Academy Environment

⭐ Purpose-Built Music Suites

Converted Residential or Office Space

Verified Google Review (April, 2026)

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"We absolutely LOVE Ms. Kate, our daughter’s piano teacher! She has been such a positive influence and makes every lesson something our 8-year-old genuinely looks forward to. She has a wonderful balance of patience, encouragement, and structure... She has a natural way of connecting with kids and keeps lessons engaging and fun while still challenging them to improve. It’s clear how much she cares about her students and their progress."
- Jennifer Simcic

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Frequently Asked Questions

Making learning easy and fun!

Our Conservatory-to-Play™ Pedagogy

Unlike traditional methods that can be rigid or boring, our proprietary, protected system turns complex theory into natural discovery. It helps students build confidence and progress faster, ensuring they stay motivated from day one.
No other school in the region has this.

"Our method makes learning the piano feel easy, even for our youngest beginners."

— Ms. Wendy | Piano Faculty, BM, MM

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Our World Record Setting Violin Teacher,
Mercedes Cheung


Our faculty, Ms. Mercedes is a testimony to the effectiveness of our Conservatory-to-Play™ Pedagogy as she set a world record at age 10 by recording and performing the most difficult violin music in Carnegie Hall. She has dedicated herself now to helping students of all levels, beginning to advanced.
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Award-winning singer and actress Paulina Yeung applies our approach to teaching students of all ages from 6 and up!  Watch:

For all new violin students, free CD from our friend, superstar violinist Joshua Bell


"I'm extremely happy with my teacher. I've learned so much since switching from another school. She's an excellent teacher."    - Ellen Dye 

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Award-winning, 9-times nominated, the Avon School of Music provides high quality music lessons serving the surrounding suburbs of Avon, Avon Lake, Westlake, Bay Village, Fairview Park, North Ridgeville, Sheffield, Sheffield Lake, Olmsted Falls, North Olmsted, Rocky River, Grafton, Vermillion, Ohio.

Conservatory-to-Play™ and Conservatory-to-Sing™ are both trademarks of Avon School of Music.

Avon School of Music
37190 Colorado Ave., #103
Avon, OH  44011
(440) 934-9988

Strongsville Academy of Music
10900 Pearl Rd.
Strongsville, OH  44136
(440) 572-9000

Fairview Branch of Avon School of Music
5390 W 220th St.
Fairview Park, OH  44126
(440) 934-9988

Westlake Branch of Avon School of Music
(currently online only)
27650 Center Ridge Rd.
Westlake, OH 44145
(440) 934-9988

EMAIL:  administrator@avonschoolofmusic.org