All those years of attending toddler jam has paid off, and now your child has an interest in learning to play (like, really play) a musical instrument. Local Pittsburgh parents are looking for some places in the 'Burgh that work well teaching kids how to play music (dear Lord, please teach them quickly). Here are some of the music studios in Robinson (or a short drive from) that can inspire you your kids to start a band and hon their skills, both in and out of the house!
1. Hollowood School of Music
McKees Rocks
412-771-3060
Lessons include Guitar, Bass, Drums, Piano, Voice, Ukulele, Composition, Performance & Jazz Improvisation. Private, individual, and group instrument, music lessons & programs are available at Hollowood "School of Music" in McKees Rocks. Whether you are a beginner or want to hone your skills, they have a program that's right for you.
2. Higher Voice Studio
Carnegie
412-429-1000
All ages are welcome to learn how to sing, play an instrument and unlock your artistic expression. They offer voice, piano, guitar, bass and ukelele lessons. Set your musical voice free, however you wish.
3. Pittsburgh Music Masters
Scott Township
724-272-1395
Offering different kinds of lessons to all ages, Pittsburgh Music Masters will help you master your skills. Each workshop and master class is unique from one another. Your dreams are possible here.
4. Notable Beginnings
Scott Township
724-949-0088
Music Together offers classes for children from birth through kindergarten, in which parents and caregivers actively participate. A research-based curriculum not only helps develop music skills, it nurtures creativity, self-expression, and confidence while also supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development according to Notable Beginnings instructors. This program for newborns through kindergarten will get your child wiggling, singing, dancing and laughing with you.
5. Lewis Music Studio
Bridgeville
412-208-8794
No matter your age or purpose of learning, Lewis Music Studio will help you. They offer multiple types of lessons like piano, voice, drums, guitar and much more. There's a spot for you as long as you want to learn.
6. Soundcolor Productions
Carnegie
412-279-1488
If you want professional recording services, this is the place for you. But their opportunities don't stop there. They offer lessons in guitar, bass, music theory, mixing, mastering, live sound, songwriting and music business. Your options are endless here.
7. Pittsburgh Music Academy
Greentree
412-344-1114
PMA offers various intensity levels for lessons. They even have workshops, masterclasses, courses and camps available. You can learn how to play piano, guitar, violin and other orchestral instruments.
8. Pittsburgh Guitars
South Side
412-431-0700
Pittsburgh Guitars can guide you with your guitar, bass and ukelele passions. No matter your age or what you're interested in playing, they have your back. Blues, Jazz, Acoustic, Rock and more are available for you.
9. G4 Guitar School Pittsburgh
Crafton & Online
412-956-0530
8 a.m. - 8 p.m., closed Saturday and Sunday
G4 is now offering online guitar lessons for all ages. Students will be taught under the G4 method, a unique system built off 30 years of research. The G4 guitar method is a structured method of learning how to play guitar that will help you to focus and stay on track. Here, you will surely get the best use of time to learn.
10. South Hills Music Center
Upper St. Clair
412-275-0070
Want to learn to play Billie Eilish on the piano to impress your girlfriend? However old you are, your skill level and whatever genre you like, you can learn how to play what you like at the South Hills Music Center in Pittsburgh.
11. Kathy's Music
Various Locations
412-345-5200
This music studio offers multiple programs from ages 0 - 17. With locations in Mt. Lebanon, Mcmurray and Robinson, there's a place for you. If you want instrumental, theater or dance experience, Kathy's music can help you get where you want to be.
12. Julie Duda Music Studio
Bethel Park
412-334-1799
Appreciating and loving music is what Julie Duda strives for in her piano lessons. If you want to learn how to play piano and heighten your love for music, then Julie Duda's lessons are right for you.
13. Accent Music Academy
West Mifflin
412-653-3340
From beginner to advanced, classical to pop, the instructors at Accent Music Academy will guide you along your musical path. Accent Music Academy serves as a center for the study and performance of musical theater, producing three full-length shows a year, and offering classes and workshops in acting and theater-related subjects.
14. South Hills Music of Pittsburgh
West Mifflin
412-884-1588
All ages and skill levels are welcome to learn how to play a dozen different instruments. Private lessons at South Hills Music of Pittsburgh will guide you on your musical journey.
15. Anderson Music Academy
McMurray
724-299-3572
Hours Vary
Online lessons for all ages are available here at Anderson Music Academy. All different kinds of lessons and programs are here to help you find your way on your musical journey.
16. Lyons Guitar and String Lessons
Mt. Lebanon
412-833-2111
This music school teaches guitar, and violin, using the Suzuki Method. Don't let anyone tell you that your child is too young to start playing an instrument. Children as young as 3 years old can learn under the guidance of a registered Suzuki instructor.
17. U Rock Music Center
McMurray
724-941-1435
18 different instruments are offered in lessons here! All of their lessons are conducted one-on-one, in our bright, clean and spacious lesson studios. U Rock is instructor owned and operated, so you know you'll be getting the best quality lessons.
18. Sunburst School of Music
Squirrel Hill
412-475-8280
With your first lesson free, all ages are welcome to the variety of lessons offered. They even offer DJ and music production lessons.
19. First Notes
Multiple locations
412-860-9254
Making connections with your children is important and they want to help you! Making music an essential part of your family is possible at First Notes.
20. The School of Rock
Castle Shannon, PA
412-343-7625
School of Rock offers various kinds of lessons, programs and workshops for all ages. Whether you want one-on-one lessons or you prefer to learn in a group, this school will you have you rocking like a pro in no time.
Do your kids take music lessons locally with someone who isn't on our list? Let us know and we'll add it for more families to try!
