ALMADEN SCHOOL OF MUSIC & ART
  • COVID-19
  • PROGRAMS
    • Little Mozarts Piano
    • MTAC - Certificate of Merit
    • Band Ensemble
  • Music
    • FEATURED STUDENTS >
      • Grand Corona Piano Competition
      • Student of the Month
      • Jenna Chatham (Drums)
      • Nicole Rovniaguin (Vocal)
    • Piano >
      • Soroosh Meili
      • Matthew Kho
      • Luara Tsariya
      • Richard Frazier
      • Evgenia Armishev
      • Debora Carreiro
      • Violeta Marcoida
      • Sevil Sultanova
      • Marina Menyaylenko
      • Evgenia Abramyan
    • Violin >
      • Navid Kandelousi
      • Jessica Cao
      • Alex Makarenko
      • Elina Papova
      • Sevil Sultanova
      • Steve Luft
    • Vocal / Singing >
      • Annemarie Webster
      • Lytusina Kazachenko
      • Inesa Anisonean
      • Anna Keyta
      • Tetyana Mysko
    • Guitar >
      • Quentin Jorstad
      • Felix Amirian
      • Abir B.
      • Ashot Mnjoyan
      • Denis Ryman
      • Jerad Fox
      • Peter Kulverts
      • Justin Liu
    • Cello >
      • Yong-Zi Ma
    • Viola >
      • Navid Kandelousi
      • Elina Papova
    • Flute >
      • Sarah Benton
      • Marian Concus
      • Doug Zuehlke
    • Clarinet >
      • Mark Russo
      • Doug Zuehlke
    • Recorder >
      • Marian Concus
      • Doug Zuehlke
    • Saxophone >
      • Andrew Dixon
      • Eric Abramyan
      • Mark Russo
    • Drums >
      • Quentin Jorstad
      • Ashot Mnjoyan
    • Music Theory >
      • Justin Liu
  • Art
    • Watercolor
    • Oil and Acrilyc
    • Drawing Pen and Colored Pencil
    • Claywork and Painting
    • Stained Glass Painting
    • Hand Painted Silk
    • Vania Goranova
    • Larissa Zaiko
    • FEATURED STUDENTS >
      • Sanoja Kikkeri (Art)
      • Angelina Pham (Art)
      • Yul-Hui Han (Art)
      • Elysia Du (Art)
      • Annika Kandadai (Art)
      • Haely Pham (Art)
      • Nithya Mani (Art)
      • Simran Malhotra (Art)
      • Katie Ha (Art)
      • Samantha Cusi-Asquith (Art)
      • Yangyang Lai (Art)
      • Lucas Wang (Art)
      • Zara Saeed (Art)
  • Specials
  • TEACHING JOBS
  • Online Forms
    • Registration Form
    • Cancel Lesson
    • Sick Leave
    • Vacation Notice
    • Drop Notice
  • student login
  • ENROLL
    • ENROLL - Piano
    • ENROLL - Drums
    • ENROLL - Violin
    • ENROLL - Clarinet
    • ENROLL - Flute
    • ENROLL - Saxophone
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LEARN FROM EXCEPTIONAL TEACHERS IN A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT

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MUSIC AND ART LESSONS FOR ALL AGES AND LEVELS

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PIANO
Classical, Jazz, Electronic
MTAC, ABRSM, Guild Prep.
Competition Prep.
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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VOCAL / SINGING
Opera & Contemporary
Theory
Competition Prep
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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VIOLIN & VIOLA
Private and Group
​String Quartet
Orchestra Auditions
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL

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FLUTE
Self-paced
​Orchestra Auditions
​Band Prep
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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CLARINET
Self-paced
Band Auditions
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COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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SAXOPHONE
Self-paced
​Band Auditions
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COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL

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GUITAR
Classical, Pop, Jazz
​Movie and Show Tunes
​Band Auditions
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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DRUMS
Classical, Pop, Jazz
Movie and Show Tunes
​Band Auditions
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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BAND ENSEMBLE
Pop Band
Jazz Band
Rock Band
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL

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CELLO
Classical
Theory
Opera Auditions
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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​CLASSICAL ART
Watercolor, Acrylic
Pencil, Charcoal
Oil
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL
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​SPECIALIZED ART
Clay modeling, Stained Glass
Hand painted silk,
Metal works
COMPLIMENTARY TRIAL

Why Learn Music?

There are so many wonderful reasons to learn music and art. Having the skill to perform a music instrument has been one of the most cherished accomplishments throughout history. Once you learn an instrument, that skill stays with you the rest of your life. There is nothing like the joy of performing music for your grandparents, parents, and other family and friends. Children that learn music at a very young age continue to participate in middle school orchestras and bands. As adults, most students choose to join bands and create music. For the select few that choose to pursue music as a career, it is exhilarating to be part of Symphony Orchestras, String Quartets and Bands and perform in front of large audiences in Opera Houses with rich musical history. In all cases, performing music in front of a live audience is an exhilarating experience. 

In addition to the obvious benefits of playing a music instrument, there are a number of scientifically proven and surprising academic benefits to learning music. A considerable amount of research suggests that listening to music may improve cognitive skills. More recent studies show that the Mozart Effect, as it is known, has very little to do with listening to Mozart and more to do with listening to music that activates a certain portion of the brain. Classical music and minor tones for the right side, upbeat and major tones for the left side. Over the years, Dr. Robert Melillo has worked with a composer to develop a line of music that specifically addresses strengthening each hemisphere. Other studies have also shown that learning to play an instrument enhances a student's academic performance in math, language arts, foreign language and other academic areas. Even standardized test scores such as the SAT are higher among musicians.
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Whatever the reason, playing an instrument can bring joy and fulfillment like no other activity. The most common remark from parents following a wonderful school concert is, “I wish my parents would have encouraged me to play an instrument and stick with it.”

About The Almaden School of Music & Art

We aim to inspire the next generation of artists and musicians and transform their passion for the arts into a lifelong journey of reward and fulfillment.

The Almaden School of Music & Art has been serving our local communities of South San Jose, Evergreen, Cupertino, Saratoga, Sunnyvale, Campbell, Santa Clara and the Bay Area with quality music education for more than 35 years! This school is committed to the idea that all students have great potential, which can be developed through a positive and motivational environment, consistent practice, and first-class instruction. Lessons are taught by world class performers that have graduated from highly respected Universities around the world. Our school offers a well-rounded, thought-out curriculum, experienced faculty, and a fun, educational atmosphere.
 
The Almaden School offers private music lessons in Piano, Violin, Voice, Guitar, Drums, Flute, Clarinet, Cello, Saxophone and many other instruments. The School also offers classes in Watercolor, Acrylic, Pencil, Oil, Glass Staining, and other media. 

We are a very open learning environment. Please stop by to talk to one of our faculty about the music, the art, the history, the instruments and the teaching methods we use to inspire our students to continue teaching the next generation of musicians and artists 

​WE ARE A LOCAL INSTITUTION WITH DEEP ROOTS TO OUR COMMUNITY

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

We offer private music lessons of unparalleled quality in two convenient locations in the San Jose, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Evergreen and Los Altos areas in Piano, Voice, Guitar, E. Bass, Drums, Violin, Viola, Cello, Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, and Art to all members of the family and amazing early childhood classes for ages 3-5. Our heart for helping others to succeed is what drives us to create, continually improve, and systematically implement an innovative and enriching music program.

From the moment new students walk in the door, they immediately know we are different: from our gorgeous and comfortable lobby and lesson rooms, to the welcoming smile and hello from the front desk staff, to the remarkably talented team of professional instructors who infuse energy and character into the learning experience, making it come to life from day one and onward.

The Almaden School is a magical place where the energy and motivation to grow and achieve is simply contagious.

Make Music. Change the world. 

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SCHOOL LOCATION

5353 Almaden Expressway, 
Suite D208
​San Jose, CA - 95118
(Next to PetSmart)

SARATOGA STUDIO

​Almaden School of Music & Art
1428 Saratoga Avenue, 
​San Jose, CA - 95129
(Next to Heritage Country Inn)
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Testimonials

I was evaluating this school for my son's piano lessons but ended up joining myself. My son is very Young and I needed to try out some lessons before committing and the school worked with me through the process of trying out multiple teachers, who were all fantastic in their own league, but I was looking for a non traditional learning for my son.

So though we decided it's not the right time for my son to start here, I myself ended up joining one of the teachers who we tried out and liked. He is Mr. Matthew. As a teacher he had understood my goals and my expectations and is challenging me accordingly. I really like the class.

​The school's management was very involved and took lot of effort to understand my and my son's requirements and constantly followed up on the experience as a new student. This is rare to see but reflects the passion of the management towards music and towards customer service. I would recommend this highly. I also love the arts program of schools which I have walked by often and seen the amazing paintings that Young students make there.

~Anshu 

Read more reviews on Google. ​https://goo.gl/maps/S7F6XZeuG892

Contact Us

Call: +1.408.267.3651
Text/SMS: +1.408.359.8577

​email: info@almadenSchool.com
  • COVID-19
  • PROGRAMS
    • Little Mozarts Piano
    • MTAC - Certificate of Merit
    • Band Ensemble
  • Music
    • FEATURED STUDENTS >
      • Grand Corona Piano Competition
      • Student of the Month
      • Jenna Chatham (Drums)
      • Nicole Rovniaguin (Vocal)
    • Piano >
      • Soroosh Meili
      • Matthew Kho
      • Luara Tsariya
      • Richard Frazier
      • Evgenia Armishev
      • Debora Carreiro
      • Violeta Marcoida
      • Sevil Sultanova
      • Marina Menyaylenko
      • Evgenia Abramyan
    • Violin >
      • Navid Kandelousi
      • Jessica Cao
      • Alex Makarenko
      • Elina Papova
      • Sevil Sultanova
      • Steve Luft
    • Vocal / Singing >
      • Annemarie Webster
      • Lytusina Kazachenko
      • Inesa Anisonean
      • Anna Keyta
      • Tetyana Mysko
    • Guitar >
      • Quentin Jorstad
      • Felix Amirian
      • Abir B.
      • Ashot Mnjoyan
      • Denis Ryman
      • Jerad Fox
      • Peter Kulverts
      • Justin Liu
    • Cello >
      • Yong-Zi Ma
    • Viola >
      • Navid Kandelousi
      • Elina Papova
    • Flute >
      • Sarah Benton
      • Marian Concus
      • Doug Zuehlke
    • Clarinet >
      • Mark Russo
      • Doug Zuehlke
    • Recorder >
      • Marian Concus
      • Doug Zuehlke
    • Saxophone >
      • Andrew Dixon
      • Eric Abramyan
      • Mark Russo
    • Drums >
      • Quentin Jorstad
      • Ashot Mnjoyan
    • Music Theory >
      • Justin Liu
  • Art
    • Watercolor
    • Oil and Acrilyc
    • Drawing Pen and Colored Pencil
    • Claywork and Painting
    • Stained Glass Painting
    • Hand Painted Silk
    • Vania Goranova
    • Larissa Zaiko
    • FEATURED STUDENTS >
      • Sanoja Kikkeri (Art)
      • Angelina Pham (Art)
      • Yul-Hui Han (Art)
      • Elysia Du (Art)
      • Annika Kandadai (Art)
      • Haely Pham (Art)
      • Nithya Mani (Art)
      • Simran Malhotra (Art)
      • Katie Ha (Art)
      • Samantha Cusi-Asquith (Art)
      • Yangyang Lai (Art)
      • Lucas Wang (Art)
      • Zara Saeed (Art)
  • Specials
  • TEACHING JOBS
  • Online Forms
    • Registration Form
    • Cancel Lesson
    • Sick Leave
    • Vacation Notice
    • Drop Notice
  • student login
  • ENROLL
    • ENROLL - Piano
    • ENROLL - Drums
    • ENROLL - Violin
    • ENROLL - Clarinet
    • ENROLL - Flute
    • ENROLL - Saxophone