This place is the best to come for music lessons whether you're a beginner or already experienced and need a refresher!
The teachers are knowledgeable, talented and patient. If you want to learn, this is the best place to go. The overall environment is warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Erica
Walpole, MA
06/10/2023
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Hi Vaska,
I just wanted to provide you with a video of Dean playing in a jazz quartet with his friends (not affiliated with the school) and show you that thought he is mostly playing the trumpet, the piano lessons had been so beneficial in helping him grow as a musician. Though he stopped the lessons last year because he is so busy, he still plays at home nearly every day because he loves it so much. Thank you for openinig your studio in Norfolk - it's been a blessing for our family.
Dianne
Norfolk, MA
03/20/2023
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"We love Ivy Music. We have two children taking lessons there. Our 11-year old has been taking voice lessons there for almost a year and has learned a lot on how to improve her range and sing different types of music. I love that her teacher Katelyn picks music that she loves, and also introduces her to pieces she would not pick on her own, that teach her.
Our 9-year old is taking piano from Ostin and he is the perfect fit for her. Her personality is hesitant to trust and try new things, but he meets her where she is at and picks music she is interested in to keep her motivated. She had a good ear for music and memorizes quickly, but he had ideas on teaching her to read music, which is making her a better musician. She came up to me a couple of weeks ago with a hug and thank you for piano lessons.
We have loved the flexibility and communication with the music school. Overall we couldn`t be happier."
Makayla
Franklin, MA
02/01/2023
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"I highly recommend Ivy Music Academy. Over the years, my daughter has taken violin, piano and voice lessons there. All of her instructors have been wonderful and knew how to engage a young child in music. My daughter always loved her lessons, but we struggled to get her to practice at home. Her instructors were supportive and encouraging, and there was no judgment when she wanted to try a different instrument, or take a break from lessons. We were always welcomed back when she was ready to try something new. We are in our 2nd year of voice lessons with Katelyn, and my daughter is really enjoying them.
And I can`t say enough about Vaska - she is so responsive and helpful with any questions or scheduling issues that come up.
It has been impressive to watch Ivy Music Academy grow over the years.
I wish them much continued success!"
Kathy
Norfolk, MA
12/14/2022
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"Ivy Music Academy is more than just a music school. Vaska has made sure that it has the most welcoming feeling we`ve ever experienced.
My son and I are playing guitar in the school and I have two of my sons also playing piano. Even during Covid they made sure we`d have the best possible experience and my children have demonstrated great growth in their skills. Apart from all the amazing things I can say about the school, I`d like to give special recognition to Baris Perker (my sons` piano teacher). Baris is, in my opinion, the best teacher we ever had for any instrument. Apart from his obvious amazing knowledge and musical skills, he has been giving us the confidence that he has:
1. A clear progression plan for each child.
2. He is super patient and supportive.
3. He is not only a great musician, but a great teacher (as I`m sure you know not every great musician is necessarily a good teacher).
4. He has a solid control over every lesson content and his time management is superb.
5. He makes sure the homework is communicated clearly and follows up on them every lesson.
Both my sons really enjoy having him as a teacher and demonstrate a joy in music that I have not seen with any other teacher.
If you are looking for a piano teacher, look no further."
Sivan Lahav
Sharon, Massachusetts
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"I have had three children tutored by Todor Stoinov for the past seven years. Two of my children — a boy and a girl — are thirteen year olds; the other, a boy, is seventeen years old. Todor gives them piano lessons every Sunday evening. They love it ! He makes the lessons enjoyable while insuring that they progress at a good pace. The seasonal recitals that the kids participate in with Todor's other students are among the the high points for my family every year. I admire, trust, and like Todor Stoinov immensely and am happy to talk with anyone who would like to know more about my experience with him."
Dr. Randall Kennedy
Harvard Law School
Dedham, Massachusetts
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"My son started playing electric guitar lessons with Mike at Ivy Academy about 3 months ago. He has already learned so much and thoroughly looks forward to his lessons each week. He loves working with Mike who has really fueled his passion while keeping it fun and working on songs they choose together. I highly recommend the Ivy Academy and can`t say enough good things about Mike!".
Jen
Franklin, MA
05/28/2021
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"I do piano adult classes in Ivy Music Academy in Norfolk. I never played piano before, my children both play instruments in the King Philip Music , and Freeman Kennedy. So I suppose you could say I got inspiration from them. I always wanted to learn piano but was either too busy, or not really thinking that I could. But after enrolling over a year ago, I am very happy to say that the school, especially Maral Annaovezova, the piano teacher has given me that chance.Not only is she very patient, but kind and passionate about music.
Angela Kent,
Norfolk
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“I began voice lessons a few months ago with Elyssa Lata at Ivy Music Academy. I had taken lessons from another voice instructor here in Massachusetts, as well as from a prominent voice instructor in Newport Beach, California, who trained many of the celebrity singers. In spite of all of my previous lessons, I felt that I never was able to excel with my voice. I have always loved singing but always struggled with my singing voice.
I found Elyssa to be the most enthusiastic instructor I have ever worked with. She is very talented, attentive to detail and loves her job, which I believe is so important. Additionally, she’s just a wonderful person!
I also have to say that everyone else at the academy is terrific. It’s a very warm, welcoming and friendly place to study.
I look forward to my lessons so much, that, rather than going only once a week, like I started, I now go 3 times a week at my request. I just love Elyssa and Ivy Music Academy.”
Dave E. David
M.D.Cosmetic Surgeon
Norfolk, MA
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"Hi Vaska,I just wanted to thank you. Steve Marchena is wonderful! Jackson has never been so enthusiastic about anything else before! He has been so happy since his lesson! He said he loves it! You have to understand those are words we don`t take lightly from Jack;) Does Steve have anymore available time during the week? I don't think Jack will be able to wait till next Friday for another lesson. I don't want to over do it so whatever you feel is best. Thank you, thank you!"
Cindy Baker
Norfolk, MA
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“Dr. Baris Perker has been excellent piano teacher for both my children, ages 12 and 8 years. He is very encouraging and teaches piano to the kids by endeavoring to select material that interests them and keeps them engaged. For instance, he taught my son how to play the theme from Star Wars because it interested my son.
As a result, my son was motivated to practice more. Also, Baris adjusts his teaching techniques appropriately to keep my daughter, 8 years old, interested as well. By doing this, both kids have developed a personal appreciation for the piano.”
Joy and Kenneth Chin
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“Michael Figueiredo is devoted to and proficient at so many complementary aspects of his craft -- learning and teaching, arranging and composing, playing and listening. As a fellow lifelong student and performer of virtually all genres of music, I am hard-pressed to think of a better mentor and instructor.”
Levi Peckham
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"I had the pleasure of playing with Michael Figueiredo for many years during my time in Boston. On a compositional level he is far above any standard as he draws from endless influences and genres. His musicianship and tastefulness are also unmatched. I feel that I was constantly challenged as an artist through his music and that I am a better musician and person as a result of our relationship. Michael's enthusiasm for his craft is infectious and is an attribute that every musician should strive for whether they be a novice or professional."
Jimmy Kuehn
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“Dr. Baris Perker is a very talented professional musician, but most important of all, he is a very dedicated teacher. In addition to piano technique, he also develops other area of musicianship such as theory, ear training and sight-reading. I have been taking piano lessons from various teachers for almost 20 years, I feel so fortunate to have Baris as my teacher.”
Suzanne Leung
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"When, in January, 2014, our (then) six year-old asked us for violin lessons, we were both pleased and perplexed. We were thrilled that he had discovered something that piqued his interest, but the violin was quite foreign to us, and we were unsure of where to begin. We were Delighted to find the Ivy Music Academy just minutes from our home. We were even more thrilled to find Ian Clancy, our son's teacher, at Ivy. Ian is a beautiful, gifted violinist in his own right. Ian inspires our son with his passion for the violin, yet he balances this with an admirable approach to both a balanced education and enjoyment of the music. Ian endeavors to help our son to manage the practice that is required, as well as to maintain a joy for each and every new skill that he masters. Ian is patient, passionate, and incredibly excited to share his knowledge with his students. I mention "Patient" first, because our son is not short of conversation. (Read:"chatty" would be a euphemism), Yet, Ian Still manages to capture our son's attention, as well as his imagination. Ian inspires our son with his passion for the violin, yet he balances this with an admirable approach to both education and enjoyment. We are truly grateful to have access to the Ivy Music Academy right on our doorstep. "
Alexandra Hall,
Wrentham, MA
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"Dear Shooka,
Thank you so much for teaching me a wealth of new information. You are an incredible teacher and I’m so happy I took lessons with you. You helped me through all of my auditions and I don’t think I would be going where I am without you!
Thank you!
Eilis Quinn
Norfolk, MA
Eilis got accepted into the Marymount Manhattan College at New York.
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"Dear Todor,
I just wanted to let you know that your beautiful prelude at this morning's UUMA worship moved me to tears. I don't mean figuratively: I was literally sobbing throughout. For me as a minister constantly caring for others, it was moving, healing, and and liberating to feel so profoundly cared for by your ministry of music.
Thank you.
Blessings,
Fred"
Rev. Fred Small
Senior Minister First Parish in Cambridge, Unitarian Universalist Cambridge, MA 02138 -----
