High School

Oakland Public Conservatory of Music Private Lessons, Preparatory Program

The Preparatory Program is available to students ages 9-18. This program offers conservatory quality training complete with private lessons, master classes, keyboard and theory classes, ensembles and performance opportunities. Benefits of the program include access to instruments, academic support, and college preparation support. Participants in the Preparatory Program are required to complete 30 hours of community service yearly.

Northern California Music & Art Culture Center Private Lessons

Individualized approach to every student is important to us. Length of each lesson and pace of learning are determined by many factors, such as student's personal inclinations, level of advancement, age, etc. We make educational process enjoyable and successful by combining hard work and persistence, while making sure each student's needs are met and abilities are expanded to the fullest potential.

Napa Valley Youth Symphony Sinfonia

Sinfonia, led by Yasushi Ogura, is a string orchestra designed to give entry-level students experience in an ensemble setting while developing technical and performance skills. It serves as a foundation for musical growth in the orchestral tradition. Sinfonia is appropriate for students who are comfortable playing in first position and are performing in Suzuki Book 2-5, or the equivalent.