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Founded by Dr. Jonathan Jou and Mr. Felix Hsiao in 2006, Jou Music Institute (JMI) has been delivering high-quality music education in San Jose, California, and surrounding areas. Committed to nurturing musical talents across various instruments, JMI has been instrumental in shaping many successful music careers. The Institute, with its team of dedicated instructors, ensures personalized attention to students, guiding them to mastery in their chosen instrument.

Dr. Michelle Cleere, founded in 2002, operates in Oakland, CA and its surroundings. As a global performance coach and creator of the "Beat the Demons™" System for Peak Performance, she assists top athletes, musicians, and executives in competitive fields to unlock their mental power. Her coaching tools have been adopted by coaches and teachers globally. Besides, she serves on the JFK University faculty, focusing her research on using the mind as an ally to enhance performance. She is a powerful speaker, contributor to various health magazines, and a trusted advisor for Pixar Animation Studios and Dr. Oz.

The Academy of Language & Music Arts, also known as ALMA, located in Orinda, California, is your go-to place for mastering an instrument or learning a new language. Welcoming students of all levels and ages, ALMA offers private and group lessons, tutoring, translation services, and more. You can also find a comprehensive retail store that caters to all your musical needs: instruments, accessories, sheet music, rentals, repairs, etc. Under the guidance of Dr. James Fiatarone, a seasoned musician and teacher, ALMA provides a holistic learning experience for everyone. We look forward to helping you explore and express your musical and cultural

Grace Notes Music School, based in Burlingame, California, is your go-to institution for quality music education. Catering to the wider Burlingame community, they offer an extensive range of lessons. Whether it's piano, violin, voice, flute, drum, guitar, ukulele, saxophone, or clarinet, you're sure to find a musical path that suits your passion. Join Grace Notes Music School and let your musical journey begin.

ViBO Music School, founded in 2003, offers high-quality and affordable music lessons to students of all levels in San Francisco and San Bruno, California. They provide both private and group classes in piano, guitar, violin, vocals, drums, woodwinds, and brass, along with ensembles, rock bands, vocal groups, and summer camps. They have a full-line music store featuring instruments for sale, rentals, and repair, as well as music books and accessories. ViBO Music School is committed to fostering a love for music and providing excellent music education to the community.

Sandy Mix Music, founded in 2011, is based in San Francisco, California, and caters to the surrounding areas as well. The business specializes in providing private music lessons, including piano, ukulele, trumpet, and beginning guitar. Sandy Mix Music has a particular focus on adult education and offers a flexible learning approach tailored to each student's individual needs. With over 30 years of teaching experience, they also offer remote lessons for added convenience.

New World Music Academy, located in Pleasanton, California, was founded in 2005 by concert pianists Mark Anderson and Tamriko Siprashvili. The academy is renowned for its quality music instruction, accommodating all ages and levels across a wide variety of musical styles and instruments. From semi-private piano classes to Rock n' Roll jam sessions and a Children's Chorus, the academy ensures a comprehensive music education. Their teaching staff consists of highly experienced instructors, demonstrating their committed approach to quality music education since their inception.