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9/23/24 — Limited in-home instruction is currently available on Wednesdays in East Brunswick, North Brunswick, and South Brunswick. If there is enough interest and requests for in-home instruction, we may add more days for traveling to students’ homes for music lessons. Online music lessons are available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays during the afternoons and evenings. Thank you for your ongoing interest and support of Music Notes Academy teachers. We are working towards reopening a location nearby East Brunswick, NJ.
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9/4/24 — Music Notes Academy (MNA) is New Jersey’s premier music school, currently teaching music online while we consider options for re-opening a physical Academy location. Committed to your community since 2000, we have established a culture of excellence in music education by utilizing proven music curriculum tailored to meet the needs of our students. We will begin School Year ’24-’25 online, teaching through live video. If you’d like to continue or start private instruction with us, let us know. Continue to visit this website for updates regarding re-opening for in-person instruction and classes.
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8/6/24 — We regret to inform you that Music Notes Academy’s East Brunswick, NJ building will be closing its doors for in-person instruction as of 9 pm Thursday, 8/15/24. We are committed to continuing teaching online as we explore options for reopening elsewhere nearby. On behalf of our teachers, I want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support and trust in us as devoted music teachers. Our commitment to delivering the highest quality music education to our students has always been our foremost priority, and we are sincerely thankful for the opportunity to be part of your musical journey. Your understanding during this challenging time is greatly appreciated. While this marks the end of Music Notes Academy in East Brunswick, it is certainly not the end of our journey. -Brandon Kurzawa
Supportive Parents, Thank You
Holy crap Brandon I’m so sorry! If there’s anything at all I can do to support please let me know. Jon has enjoyed classes with you and learned so much – thank you for that… I’m so sad for you and the Academy, but more so for the students of your wonderful school. -Jeremy
Hi Brandon, Just want to say how sorry I am to hear this. I can’t imagine how hard it has been but please know how meaningful this summer and last summer have been, and we are so grateful to music notes! -Angela
Hi Brandon, I’m really sorry to hear – that must be really difficult for you. We will continue with online for the last two weeks and the school year. I’m not sure how Ava will handle online learning as she was fortunate enough to not be school age during Covid, but we would like to continue with you guys… -Colleen
Oh Brandon! This is heart breaking news! I’m so sorry to hear how tough it has been! I knew it was a hard summer but I didn’t realize just how bad. You all are a wonderful school with wonderful teachers. -Steph
Hi Brandon, I am so sorry to hear this. The kids learned so much through your school. We will miss you and your teachers and the great music instruction you provided us. Please let us know if you do end up opening in another location close by in the future. All the best, -Christina
I am deeply saddened by the closing of the building of Music Notes Academy. Enrolling Addie into your Academy along with our talks has given me great appreciation for the work and the importance of music the arts for our children. We will continue with online classes moving forward… Thank you for everything you do. Sincerely, Jessica
No way! How sad to hear this. Although Jose and Mr. Sean have adapted well to online classes, there was always that anchor with the building. I’m confident that you’ll continue to excel… Your professionalism and dedication are evident, and I’m sure you’ll be able to replicate the success you’ve had with Jose as well as your other students. Thank you very much, Antero
New Jersey Music School 🖥️ Music Lessons in New Jersey
Music Notes Academy offers private one-to-one music lessons in piano, guitar, bass guitar, drum, percussion, voice, musical theater, violin, viola, cello, upright bass, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and music theory. Private instruction in music technology, music production, audio recording, composition, and songwriting is available with select teachers.
Ask about our student rock bands, string quartets, performance classes, and ensembles for students of all ages and ability levels.
Students can start music this month online
School Year '24-'25
Learn Music Your Way
In-Person Learning
Our former East Brunswick, NJ music school included spacious classrooms for private lessons, group classes, student rock bands and chamber ensembles. Let's see where we end up next.
Hybrid Learning
Our hybrid music learning is a combination of in-person and online classes. Students can attend their private music lesson online or in-person with their same music teacher.
Online Learning
Private music instruction from the comfort of your home. Learn online with in-home music lessons.
Music Audition Prep
We help many students prepare for their school music auditions. Music Notes Academy students perform with their daytime school orchestras, jazz bands, wind ensembles, choirs, spring musicals and marching bands. Students can prepare for NJ Regions and All-State auditions.
Jazz Band Auditions
Marching Band
Wind Ensemble
Spring Musicals
Honors Chorus
NJ Regions & All-State
Private Music Lessons
Private music lessons are the best way to learn a musical instrument. Music Notes Academy students learn music reading and notation, theory, instrument techniques, performance techniques, standard repertoire and songs. We utilize proven music curricular methods that provide students with structure and flexibility.
We teach beginner students, experienced students, adults, transfer students from other music schools and private teachers. Each student receives specially designed, comprehensive lessons based around their ability and goals. At Music Notes Academy, we are committed to the musical growth and development of each student.
For students interested in performing as a group, we enjoy creating ensembles, bands and performance classes.
Ways to learn at Music Notes Academy
In-person learning
Learn music in-person at our Academy with a degreed music teacher. In-studio lessons are in classrooms that include upright and baby grand pianos, acoustic drum sets, hand-hammered cymbals, professional-grade guitar amplifiers, and pro-audio equipment. We even have an upright string bass.
Online learning
Learn music online from the comfort of your home with a degreed Music Notes Academy teacher, using your smartphone, tablet or computer. Upon enrolling, we'll connect you to our online music lessons platform.
We prefer in-person teaching. However, online learning has its benefits based upon the student and instrument of study.
Enrollment options
There are several ways to enroll at Music Notes Academy. We have different lesson types to fit any student looking for a high quality music education.
littleNotes
Weekly private lessons. Ages 3-5. 30 mins.
Trial Lesson
One private music lesson.
fineTune
Two private music lessons.
TiedNotes
Weekly semi-private classes. Learn with siblings or friends. Ages 6+.
Academy
Weekly private lessons. Ages 6+. 30-45 mins.
Performance
Weekly private lessons. Ages 9+. 45-60 mins.
Performance Plus
Weekly private lessons. Ages 12+. 60 mins+. College Prep.
Adults
Weekly private lessons. Ages 18+. 45 mins+. Recreational music making.
What to learn at Music Notes Academy
Drum
Classical snare drum, drum set and percussion. Drum lessons include rudiments, technique, music reading and notation, music theory, snare drum etudes, drum set styles and grooves. Orchestra, marching band, mallets, and audition prep available.
Voice
Voice lessons for young children, adolescents, and adults. Our voice students learn music reading, musicianship skills, singing techniques, stage presence, standard, popular, and musical theater songs. Most of our voice students simultaneously learn and play piano.
Guitar
Learn acoustic, classical or electric guitar. We also teach ukulele and electric bass. Students gain knowledge of the guitar through level-oriented songs. Musicianship and performance skills are introduced through the study of music theory, scales and chords.
Piano
Learn piano or keyboard. Students gain knowledge of the piano through level-oriented music and songs. Musicianship and performance skills are introduced through the study of music theory, harmony and ear training. Students learn scales, chords and technique through our levels of piano.
Strings
Learn violin, viola, cello or bass. Dive into proper posture, tone production and performance techniques through the playing of scales, arpeggios, etudes and repertoire. Students learn music theory, with level-oriented instruction.
Woodwinds
Learn flute, clarinet and saxophone. Emphasis on proper rhythmic breathing and tone production. Practice micro-mechanical movements in the fingers and small muscles to facilitate growth and development through lyrical melodic lines and expressive techniques. We apply this to all forms of music whether it's classical, jazz, rock or popular music.
Brass
Trumpet, trombone and tuba. Emphasis on proper rhythmic breathing and tone production. Practice micro-mechanical movements in the fingers and small muscles to facilitate growth and development through lyrical melodic lines and expressive techniques. We apply this to all forms of music whether it's classical, jazz, rock or popular music.
Music Theory
All levels of music theory, harmony, arranging, composition and songwriting. College auditions and theory exam prep available. Tutoring for college music majors is available.
Composition & Songwriting
Learn about composition and songwriting. Students create lyrical hooks, choruses, chord progressions and other skills to write your own songs. Students must have a strong music theory knowledge prior to studying composition.
Audio & Music Production
Learn to work with GarageBand, Reason, Logic and Pro Tools. Students can get started with audio production with a laptop, minimal equipment and a desire to learn.
Begin your musical journey today
Group classes, ensembles & bands
Our group classes, ensembles and bands are for students of all ages and performance levels. Check our some of our offerings.
Chamber Ensembles & String Quartets
Chamber Ensembles and String Quartets are school-year performance classes. Trios, quartets and small ensembles.
Rock Bands
Student rock bands are school-year bands. Available for guitar, bass guitar, piano, drum and voice students.
Home-schooled Students
We can design and teach a music curriculum for home-schooled students.
Music Notes in your school
Have Music Notes in your daytime school. Since 2009, we've partnered with private schools to teach daytime school music programs.
Start your music education today
Register for private music lessons at Music Notes Academy.
Degreed teachers
Music Notes Academy teachers have bachelors and masters degrees in music education, performance, teaching, composition, curriculum and instruction. It is the specialty of each teacher that allows for a collective uniqueness at Music Notes Academy.
Our music instructors are committed to teaching through a comprehensive and individualized curriculum designed around each student.
The New Jersey music school for students and parents
Parents are integral in a student’s education. We like parents to be informed on their child’s musical progress. Student assessments and evaluations are available. We encourage student performances, concerts and recitals. Competitions and student music festivals offer further excitement.
We recommend students and families enjoy live music and the performing arts. Visit our friends at State Theater New Jersey in New Brunswick, NJ to see a great show.
It's never too late to start learning music
Weekly semi-private classes. Learn with siblings or friends. Ages 6+.
Weekly private lessons. Ages 6+. 30-45 mins.
Weekly private lessons. Ages 9+. 45-60 mins.
Weekly private lessons. Ages 12+. 60 mins+. College Prep.
Weekly private lessons. Ages 3-5. 30 mins.
Weekly private lessons. Ages 18+. 45 mins+. Recreational music making.