FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT INSTRUMENTS DO YOU TEACH?

We offer music lessons in piano, guitar, voice lessons in Monrovia, drums, bass, DJ, music production, ukulele, violin, viola, trombone, saxophone, trumpet, flute and clarinet.

DO I NEED TO BRING AN INSTRUMENT TO MY TRIAL LESSON?

You don’t need to bring anything to your trial lesson. You are welcome to bring your instrument or any other lesson materials, if preferred but it is not necessary.
 
DO YOU ACCEPT BEGINNERS?
 
Yes, absolutely. Most students start lessons with us as beginners. 
 
DO YOU PROVIDE INSTRUMENTS FOR THE LESSONS?
 

Yes, you never have to bring your instrument to your lessons unless you want to.

DO YOU OFFER IN-PERSON / VIRTUAL LESSONS?

We offer both in-person and virtual lessons.

WHERE IS THE SCHOOL LOCATED?

We are located at 136 W Lime Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016

IS PARKING AVAILABLE AT THE SCHOOL?

Yes, we have plenty of free parking available.

HOW MUCH ARE LESSONS?

  • 30min weekly private lessons $179/month (recommended for kids under 8)
  • 45min weekly private lessons $268/month (recommended for kids 8 and up)
  • 60min weekly private lessons $358/month (best for adult and teenage students)

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TUITION?

  • 4 lessons per month on average
  • Office staff available to you 7 days a week
  • Level Up program, lesson materials, wristbands and certificates
  • Free participation in our biannual recitals
  • Free participation in our “Tomorrow’s Rockstars” band workshop
  • Unlimited Private Make-Up Lessons
  • Annual picture day with professional photographer
  • Month-to-Month lessons. No long term contracts

WHAT IS THE COMMITMENT ONCE I REGISTER?

No long-term commitments. All students are on a month-to-month basis.

CAN I SCHEDULE A TRIAL LESSON BEFORE SIGNING UP?

Yes, we offer free trial lessons. 

DO YOU OFFER MAKE-UP LESSONS?

Yes. You’ll be able to cancel and reschedule your private lessons through our online student portal without even having to contact us. If you prefer, we are happy to reschedule lessons for you as well.

HOW OFTEN DO LESSONS TAKE PLACE?

All programs include one lesson per week

SHOULD I TAKE 30MIN, 45MIN OR 60MIN LESSONS?

We recommend 30min lessons for kids 7 and younger. 45min lessons are best for kids 8 and up and 60min lessons are best for adult and teenage students.

DO I NEED TO PURCHASE BOOKS OR OTHER MATERIALS IN ORDER TO ATTEND MY LESSONS

You are not required to purchase any books or lesson materials. However, oftentimes your teacher might recommend certain books or materials that would be helpful for the lessons.

DO YOU OFFER PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR STUDENTS?

We organize two recitals each year, usually held at the beautiful Boston Court Pasadena. Recitals act as a goal for students to work towards as well as a place to showcase their talents for friends and family alike. 

WHAT IS THE “TOMORROW'S ROCKSTARS” BAND WORKSHOP?

Throughout the year we offer a free band workshop to all our students called “Tomorrow’s Rockstars”. This unique program aims to give students the experience of playing in a band with their fellow aspiring musicians, a crucial element of their musical education. This workshop has been a complete success with both students and their families. Our students have a blast playing songs they love and building friendships with their bandmates. Most importantly, we see their confidence and motivation grow immensely through this special program. Many of our beginner students participate after only a few months of lessons. The dates of the free band workshops are announced in advance.

WHAT IS “LEVEL UP”?

“Level Up” is a program designed similar to the martial arts belt system, but for music lessons. Level Up is 10 levels of achievement, each with 10 songs and challenges customized by your music instructor. We designed this to make the entire learning process more fun, more motivating to practice and to show structured progress to the parents as well.

CAN I OBSERVE MY CHILD'S LESSONS?

Yes, absolutely. We have an open door policy, meaning you’re welcome to join your child’s lesson at any time. All of our rooms have observation windows as well (with the exception of our drum rooms, due to sound proofing).

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WHY CHOOSE US?

PIANO, GUITAR, VOICE, DRUMS, BASS, VIOLIN, VIOLA, TROMBONE, SAXOPHONE, TRUMPET, FLUTE, UKULELE, CLARINET

At Monrovia Music Academy, we are dedicated to bringing you the best musical education. Our teachers are not only highly qualified but also accomplished musicians in their own right. Each lesson is tailored specifically to the individual student to ensure a fun, engaging, and positive learning experience. We offer a comprehensive range of musical instruments, making us a one-stop-shop for all your family's music needs. Whether you're an aspiring musician of any experience level or an adult looking to pick up a new skill, we welcome all ages to join us. Our music lessons cover a wide range of instruments including piano, guitar, voice, drums, bass, ukulele lessons in Monrovia, CA, violin, viola, trombone, saxophone, trumpet, flute, and clarinet.

LEVEL UP MUSIC ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM

We use a certificate, wristband, and sticker system to measure student progress from level 1 to 10. Similar to the belt ranking system in martial arts, this structured and nationally recognized approach provides a visual representation of our students' achievements. Best of all, it's completely free and optional for all students. This innovative approach to tracking student growth provides a fun and tangible way for students to celebrate their successes. It also motivates them to practice more and strive for higher levels of achievement in their musical pursuits.

LEVEL UP MUSIC ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM

FLEXIBLE MAKE-UP LESSON POLICY

We know that your family’s schedule can change quickly. That’s why we offer unlimited make-up lessons. You’ll be able to cancel and reschedule your private music lessons through our online student portal without even having to contact us. If you prefer, we are happy to reschedule the lessons for you as well.

STUDENT RECITALS

Monrovia Music Academy organizes two recitals each year, usually held at the beautiful Boston Court Pasadena. Recitals act as a goal for students to work towards as well as a place to showcase their talents for friends and family alike.

MODERN FACILITY AND FREE PARKING

Our modern facility includes a cozy lounge for parents, equipped with complimentary amenities such as Wi-Fi, water, coffee, tea, and magazines. In addition, we offer a device charging station, a soothing massage pillow, and coloring books to keep the little ones occupied. Lots of free parking available right in front of our school.

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OFFICE STAFF AVAILABLE SEVEN DAYS A WEEK TO SERVE YOU

We understand the importance of being available for our students and families, which is why our professional office staff is at your service seven days a week. Providing exceptional customer service is our top priority, and we are always ready to assist you in any way we can.

MONTH TO MONTH LESSONS

No long-term commitments. All students are on a month-to-month basis.

A PROVEN TRACK RECORD OF EXCELLENCE

Our school is trusted by hundreds of families who visit us each week. We are dedicated to providing the finest music education and customer service possible. But you don't have to take our word for it – take a look at our Google and Yelp pages to read what our students and their parents have to say about us.

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THE SAFETY OF OUR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES IS OUR TOP PRIORITY

To ensure the safety of our students and families, we take several precautions. Our entire staff and teaching faculty undergo background checks, and all our teaching rooms are equipped with security cameras. We store video footage for up to two months. Additionally, we maintain an open door policy, which means you are welcome to join your child's lesson at any time. Lastly, all of our rooms feature observation windows, except for our drum rooms which are soundproofed.

PICTURE DAY

Every year we host a free picture day with a professional photographer. This is a service that parents love. Students can bring their instruments to the photo shoot and wear whatever they like. Our adult students are welcome too!

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(626) 408-8622 TODAY