Proudly offering private music lessons in Milpitas for 40 years.
At South Bay School of Music Arts, we believe that music education should be accessible, enjoyable, and tailored to each student's unique journey. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
We provide music lessons for a wide range of instruments, ensuring an engaging experience that builds confidence, enhances focus, and fosters a lifelong love for music.
Our private lessons provide personalized, one-on-one instruction with skilled teachers, helping students of all ages and skill levels enhance their musical abilities. We offer training in a wide range of instruments, including piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, percussion, voice, trumpet, trombone, baritone horn, flute, clarinet, saxophone, violin, and viola. Each lesson is customized to match individual learning styles and goals, ensuring steady progress, confidence, and a deeper understanding of musical expression. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced musician, our expert instructors are here to guide you on your musical journey.
Master classical, jazz, and pop with expert training in technique, expression, sight-reading, and improvisation.
Here is how you can get more information about our lessons, pricing, schedules, and get started.
Schedule your free 30min music assessment lesson below. Talk to one of our experienced instructors about your goals, challenges, and what you are looking to accomplish for you child or you!
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If you love what we have to offer and think we can help you or your child achieve and grow, then let us know and we will enroll you into the music lesson plan that fits you best.
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Long J. recommends South Bay School of Music Arts
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It's been 2 years my sons taking drum and piano lessons at this place. Overall, very satisfied. The drum instructor, Joe, is a rare find: a music instructor but with years and years of main stream school teaching experiences, Joe can get the concepts across to the learners as well as making lessons fun for the kids.
Dylan Librande, our piano instructor, is also excellent. He teaches wide range of styles from classic, light rock, jazz... so my sons can pick the next song to learn, literally, any song!
Highly recommended!
Boo B.recommends South Bay School of Music Arts
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THE PLACE you go to when you want to learn ANY instrument...strings, brass...electric guitars and even drums...you are guaranteed to learn and get the best training...
If you want to be part of the performing troupe, solo show or studio bands, you want to contact South Bay Kids. The nonprofit performing section of the SBSMA. Call Joe Or search for South Bay Kids...
Gaurav G. recommends South Bay School of Music Arts
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Joined this school almost 2 years back with 0 music knowledge. Priscilla is a wonderful teacher. She patiently taught me theory and made me pretty comfortable with playing the piano. I'd highly recommend Priscilla and the school!
Hh G. recommends South Bay School of Music Arts
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My son has been taking drum lessons with Joe Santoro for the last six years. Over the months and years we have seen tremendous improvement in his drumming abilities. Joe is an excellent teacher. He has been such a positive influence in our son's life. He genuinely cares about his students and wants to see them succeed.
Kenneth D. recommends South Bay School of Music Arts
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My daughter has been going to this music studio for almost a year now, she has learned a lot and enjoys playing the guitar, she looks forward to each session to master her guitar skills. We are thankful to her awesome teacher Mr. Will for the patience and guidance!
Linda D. recommends South Bay School of Music Arts
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Took four months of guitar lessons with Bill. Bill is awesome and a really nice, and patient instructor. I like that it's private lessons, and each instructor has their own individual room. I like going through the hallways and being able to hear everyone else practice their instruments or vocals!
What sucks is that nobody is ever in the front desk to help, or to answer the phone ha.
We welcome students of all ages, from young beginners (5 ½ years and older) to adults. Our lessons are designed to accommodate different skill levels and learning goals.
Lessons are typically 30 minutes long and take place once a week. Some teachers offer extended sessions of 45 or 60 minutes for students seeking more in-depth instruction.
We provide lessons for piano, keyboard, guitar, bass guitar, drums, percussion, voice, trumpet, trombone, baritone horn, flute, clarinet, saxophone, violin, and viola. We also offer instruction in music composition and theory.
Yes! We offer free trial lessons so you can meet the instructor, experience the lesson structure, and see if it’s the right fit before making a commitment.
Tuition is paid on a monthly basis, and payments are due at the beginning of each month. We accept cash and check payments. A registration fee may apply upon enrollment.
Our instructors teach a variety of music styles, including classical, jazz, rock, pop, country, and blues. Lessons are customized to fit your musical interests and goals.
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Address: 330 S Abel St, Milpitas, Santa Clara, CA, 95035, USA
Phone: (408) 945-8014
Email: info@sbsma.com
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