5 Philippine Music Schools Offering Lessons for All Ages
Updated September 17, 2019
For many parents, watching their kids sing or play a musical instrument is a treat to watch because it could mean that they have discovered their life-long talents.
However, the discovery of talents is not restricted to kids alone, even adults can hone their musical skills at any age. It’s always a joy to explore—whether it be learning an instrument for the first time or singing after many years of not doing so.
Here’s a list of music schools in the Metro to help you tap into your talents:
Coach Angel Estrada Voice Music & Dance School
Formerly the Voices of Angels Development Center, Coach Angel Estrada Voice Music & Dance School aims to become one of the best institutions that produce world-class entertainers. They take pride in having well-trained and academically-competent instructors from musical institutions like University of the Philippines (UP), Centro Escolar University (CEU), and University of Santo Tomas (UST).
They offer vocal lessons as well as training courses on musical instruments such as guitar, piano/keyboard, saxophone, clarinet, and flute. Dance lessons in ballroom, hip-hop, ballet, and modern jazz are also available!
Fee starts at Php 4,000
Address: Unit 5284 Diesel cor. Filmore Streets, Brgy. Palanan, Makati City
Contact: 02-800-3368 / 0915-374-5663 / 0918-435-6873
Email: voicesof_angels@yahoo.com
Facebook: facebook.com/CoachAngelEstradaVoiceLessons
Music School of Ryan Cayabyab
The Music School of Ryan Cayabyab first opened as an alternative school of music for children, teens, and adults in 1986. They strive to be a premier institution that will allow Filipinos to experience the joy that music can bring, developing artists that are not only outstanding but also happy, well-rounded, and highly motivated. In pursuit of its goal, the school has become one of the country’s well-loved and admired music schools.
They offer individual lessons in music theory, voice, piano, guitar, drums, and violin, as well as lessons in Pop Piano, ensemble singing, and vocal performance training. Additionally, they have yearly summer workshops like musical theater workshops and music & movement workshops for kids.
Fees are available upon request
Address: Park Avenue (Basement Level) Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas Center, Ortigas Ave. cor. EDSA, Quezon City
Contact: 02-637-9840/02-914-5055/0917-834-0424
Website: themusicschoolofryancayabyab.com
Email: info@themusicschoolofryancayabyab.com/auditionsmanila@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/themusicschoolofryancayabyab
School of Rock Philippines
School of Rock Philippines is the first Asian branch of the original school that was founded in 1998 in Philadelphia, USA. Taking inspiration from the 2003 film of the same name, the school teaches its students to develop their musicianship and performance skill.
Lessons are performance-based as the school believes that the best way to learn music is to actually practice it. One of their programs is the Performance Program, which is their hallmark music program where the students are prepared for live performances. They also have lessons in voice, guitar, drums, bass guitar, and keyboard/piano.
Fees are available upon request
Address: 3/F Phase 2 UP Town Center, 249 Katipunan Ave., Diliman, Quezon City
Contact: 0922-834 2455
Website: locations.schoolofrock.com/philippines
Email: philippines@schoolofrock.com
Facebook: facebook.com/schoolofrockph
Muzette of Leheim
Muzette of Leheim is the South’s premier music school that was established in 1999. They are committed to providing quality music lessons that hone their student’s talents.
Their lessons include piano, voice, drums, classical guitar, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, violin, viola, cello, flute, trumpet, saxophone, french horn, and clarinet. Dance, musical theater, and voice dubbing are also offered!
Fees are available upon request
Address: 309 Page 1 Building, Acacia Avenue, Madrigal Business Park, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Contact: 02-579-3607 / 0917-854-9425 / 0917-467-9424
Website: muzette.webs.com
Email: mmcsouth@gmail.com/amycamua@yahoo.com
Facebook: facebook.com/MuzetteOfLeheim
Yupangco Music Academy
Formerly the Yamaha School of Music, the Yupangco Music Academy is an institution that provides their students with a unique and exciting environment. The school aims to advance the quality of music education and has done so since 1979 with the use of Yamaha Music Education System, which is designed for a broad range of students from beginners to experts.
They offer a variety of lessons in voice, drums, piano, violin, guitar, and even wind instruments. Plus, they offer online courses!
Fee starts at Php 10,000
Address: 2nd Floor Yupangco Bldg. 339 Gil J. Puyat Ave., Makati City
Contact: 02-899-9595 loc. 202 / 02-897-9692
Website: yupangcomusicacademy.com
Email: yupangcoacademy@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/yupangcomusicacademy
Do you know other music schools around Manila? Don’t forget to share in the comments below!