• Where the Conservatory Meets Imagination

The School of Music
Avon | Strongsville | Fairview Park

Music Lessons for All Ages!

The most reviewed and recommended music academy in Northern Ohio.

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November 23, 2020

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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

Elite 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 | 180+ Local Google Reviews

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

Director Doug Day, Bay Village

[Read 30+ more testimonials from our parents and students here]


Northeast Ohio's Award-Winning School of Music

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, and More

The Academy Advantage
We specialize in the critical first five years of a student’s musical journey, ensuring that beginners—especially our many elementary-aged students—build foundational habits through engaging, age-appropriate discovery. Our University-trained teachers balance technical discipline with the encouragement students need to stay motivated. With a faculty of over 35 instructors holding Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral degrees, we provide the expert guidance and mentorship needed to enjoy music for a lifetime. While not every student pursues a career in music, we ensure every child receives the highest quality foundation to do so if they choose. Above all, our goal is for every student to truly enjoy making music.

The Conservatory-to-Play™ Method

We combine the prestige and deep technical expertise of a conservatory education with our proprietary 1-2-3 Music Learning System™. This unique approach ensures that every student builds a world-class foundation that is accessible, natural, and—most importantly—fun.

Beginners Need the Best

Your child’s first notes should be a discovery, not a test. We believe relying on instructors without formal university training can compromise a student's progress. Our exclusive Conservatory-to-Play method makes college-level techniques accessible through interactive games and natural exploration.

♫  Progress Further, Faster:
Because our system eliminates the "clutter" found in traditional, informal lessons, our students often learn in 2 years what others take 4.

♫  A Lesson in Disguise:
We We turn complex theory into natural discovery. Kids fall in love with music by exploring and creating, not by drilling for "correctness." 

♫  Avoid Future Struggles:
By starting with international standards, our students skip the frustration of "breaking bad habits" later and get straight to the fun part: playing the music they love.

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 180+ local reviews, our reputation is built on the success of families in Avon, Strongsville, and throughout Cleveland's West Side.

"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

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

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


The Ultimate Convenience for Parents

  • Expert Teacher Matching:  We hand-pick the right personality for your child's age and interest - guaranteed. Try an introductory lesson first!
  • Save Time (Sibling Scheduling): Book multiple children at the exact same time to save hours of driving. With 3 locations, we are just minutes away.
  • Flexible Options: Choose in-person, virtual (via our secure custom video system), or a combination of both.
  • All-Day Personal Assistance: Our staff is ready to help you from 10 am–8 pm weekdays and 9 am–3 pm Saturdays.

Are All Music Studios the Same?

See how other programs compare to these Academy-level standards::
  ♫  University-Trained Faculty: Our teachers hold Degrees & Doctorates. (Others: ?) 

  ♫  Proven Reputation:  180+ Local Google Reviews with a 4.9-star average. (Others: ?)

  ♫  Professional Oversight: Run by a Board of Musicians, not a single individual. (Others: ?)

  ♫  Sibling Scheduling:  Ability to book different kids at the same time. (Others: ?)   

  ♫  One-on-one Focus:  Private make-up lessons, never group classes. (Others: ?)

  ♫  Performance Goals:  Low-pressure indoor and outdoor recitals. (Others: ?)


Frequently Asked Questions

Making learning easy and fun!

The 1-2-3 Music Learning System (©)

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 1-2-3 system 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


Ms. Mercedes helps students overcome the most difficult challenges of the violin just as she did by setting a world record at age 10 by recording and performing the most difficult violin music and is now accepting students of all levels, beginning to advanced.
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Award-winning singer and actress Paulina Yeung teaches voice to 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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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