Once upon a time, in the land of the hippest, coolest, and most music-loving state known as New Jersey, there lived a large group of kids with the most extraordinary musical talents. These weren't your average piano-pressing, drum-banging, guitar-strumming kids. Oh no, these were the Music Marvels of NJ, those who could play saxophone solos that made birds swoop in harmony and guitar riffs so catchy, even the grumpiest grouch would tap their feet. Leading this awesome band of musical maestros was the dashing and daring B-flat Benny. With a flash of his violin bow or a flick of his piano-key-flicking fingers, he could whip up a tune that would make even a statue groove. He was as famous in New Jersey as the Jersey Devil, but far less scary! Jersey was known for many things - its glorious beaches, the bustling boardwalks, the lush Pine Barrens, and of course, its legendary tomatoes. But, in Benny's eyes, nothing was as exciting as the sound of music echoing through the streets, from Cape May to High Point. No matter where you went in NJ, you could always hear the sweet melody in the air. Kids playing their harmonicas in Hackensack, trumpeting in Trenton, or belting out ballads in Bayonne. The Garden State was really the Groovin' State, all thanks to B-flat Benny and his band of musical mates. So, if you ever find yourself in New Jersey, listen closely. You might hear the sound of the Music Marvels, playing a tune that's sure to make you smile, tap your feet, and maybe even get up and dance! After all, in NJ, music is more than just a hobby. It's a way of life!

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Newton, MA 02461
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OUR PHILOSOPHY is to emphasize learning while having fun. Our goal is to help you find your own musical style and gain the confidence to perform in front of an audience. Our experienced faculty will get to know you and offer individualized instruction and guidance to help you reach your goals. At our music school, we are committed to providing the highest quality musical instruction to our students in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Our teaching method is tailored to suit each individual’s musical needs and interests. We provide a flexible private lesson program to help our students gain a strong foundation in music theory and proper technique. Our philosophy is to emphasize learning and having fun. We strive to help our students to find their own style and the confidence to perform in front of an audience. Our experienced faculty is dedicated to getting to know each of our students and providing them with personalized instruction and guidance to help them reach their goals.

Montclair, NJ 07043
5(4 reviews)
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Church Street Guitar Studio, located in the heart of Montclair, New Jersey, is proud to be celebrating 18 years at this location! This studio offers private, one-on-one guitar lessons in a low-pressure and carefree environment. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, young or old, you’ll find a style that works for you! From Rock and Pop songs to Classical and Flamenco guitar, even Blues and Jazz, there’s something for everyone. Plus, the studio boasts 30 years of teaching experience, so you know you’re getting the best instruction. So come on down to Church Street Guitar Studio and start learning your favorite songs. With such a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you’ll be strumming the guitar in no time. No matter what your skill level, you’ll feel confident with the help of the experienced and dedicated staff. Church Street Guitar Studio is the perfect place to learn the guitar. Come by and experience the carefree atmosphere for yourself. With so many styles to choose from and 30 years of teaching experience, you’ll be playing your favorite songs in no time. Come and join us!

Montclair, NJ 07042
5(3 reviews)
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Rockness Music offers custom built early childhood music classes and assemblies classes for your school. Our fun and educational music enrichment classes for kids offer children an opportunity to build life skills, confidence, and positive traits through playfully dramatic exercises covering everything from language to motor skills to STEAM. We customize our curriculum for our partner schools and offer a fun, and valuable music education program. Our preschool music assemblies cover a variety of topics from Social and Emotional Development to dance parties!

Montclair, NJ 07042
5(4 reviews)
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School of Rock Montclair provides both in-person and online music lessons for students of all ages. Our programs, camps and workshops for toddlers, kids, teens and adults make learning to play music fun and create great communities of musicians. School of Rock is the leader in performance-based music education. We combine one-on-one drum, bass, keyboard, vocal, and guitar lessons with group practices. Students learn to play music from day one and put on live performances at local venues. Our experienced instructors are local musicians themselves who combine the performance-based School of Rock Method and programs with individual music lessons to get results for your student.

Montclair, NJ 07042
5(5 reviews)
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Essex Youth Theater offers a unique opportunity for children to express themselves through the performing arts. Its specially developed scripts ensure that students of all levels get equal roles in every production. The class sizes are kept small, allowing each child to receive one-on-one attention from the instructors. At the end of each semester, the students put together a full-scale musical production featuring their own work. The program is designed to be fun and supportive, helping children to build confidence and self-esteem. Throughout the courses, students take part in a range of activities, from acting exercises to improvisation games, all of which help them to be creative and to hone their dramatic skills. Essex Youth Theater is the perfect place for children to explore their love of the performing arts. With dedicated instructors, smaller class sizes, and a supportive atmosphere, it provides an ideal environment for young people to discover their talents and shine.

Montclair, NJ 07043
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We want all of our students to love music! Playing the piano is the perfect way to express yourself and your creativity. It takes hard work and dedication to become proficient, but the journey can be enjoyable. With practice and patience, every student can reach their personal best. At our studio, we value fun and learning. We want our students to take pride in their accomplishments and to have a great time. Our teachers are here to help you reach your goals and to provide encouragement and guidance. We believe that music is for everyone, and our number one goal is to help our students fall in love with music. We understand that it's not always easy, so we want to remind our students to take it slow and enjoy the experience. We're here to make sure our students have fun and can reach their highest potential.

Montclair, NJ 07042
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The YMCA of Montclair has been making a positive impact in our community since 1891. Today, the YMCA of Montclair operates 3 branches— Park Street YMCA, Geyer Family YMCA, and Camp at the Lake YMCA—serving over 13,000 members. Membership is open to all, with financial assistance available to those who live in our service area (Bloomfield, Bloomingdale, Clifton, Cedar Grove, Glen Ridge, Haskell, Montclair, Verona and West Milford) with demonstrated financial need. We are committed to caring for individuals and families, with a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We offer a host of programs, including before and after school child care in numerous schools, a multitude of summer camps, including our Camp at the Lake, held at our 30 acre property in West Milford, NJ and educational workshops and health and wellness classes for all ages.

Montclair, NJ 07042
5(5 reviews)