Business Details
20 Years
experience
Premier Music Lessons in Mountain View & Palo Alto
Opus 1 Music Studio has been dedicated to music education since 2006, offering comprehensive instruction across piano, violin, cello, guitar, voice, and theory. With over 45 university-trained instructors holding advanced degrees, we provide personalized lessons for students aged 5 to adult, emphasizing technical mastery, musical creativity, and cultural diversity. Our facilities in Mountain View and Palo Alto feature 10,000+ sqft of premium spaces, including practice rooms and performance venues.We accommodate flexible scheduling, rescheduling, and online lessons while maintaining competitive tuition rates without annual commitments. Our educators, many of whom hold doctorates or have international performance experience, prepare students for ABRSM, RCM, and CM exams, with consistent Merit/Distinction results. Community engagement remains central to our mission, reflected in three annual recitals and partnerships with local cultural institutions.
Services
Piano Lessons
Violin Lessons
Voice Lessons
Guitar Lessons
Cello Lessons
Group Classes
Exam Preparation
Music Theory
Recital Coaching
Early Childhood Music
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer flexible monthly tuition with no annual commitments
- Our 45+ instructors hold advanced music degrees from top conservatories
- We prepare students for ABRSM, RCM, and CM exams with 95%+ distinction rates
- We provide rescheduling options and substitute teachers for busy schedules
- Our 10,000+ sqft facilities include modern studios and performance spaces
What people say
Experienced instructors
Flexible rescheduling
Exam preparation success
Professional staff
Student progress
Services
Piano Lessons
Our piano program develops technical proficiency and musical expression through classical, jazz, and contemporary styles. Students receive personalized instruction from instructors holding advanced degrees from institutions like Juilliard and New England Conservatory. Lessons emphasize sight-reading, theory, and performance preparation for ABRSM and RCM exams, with 80%+ of students achieving distinction ratings.
Violin Lessons
Violin instruction focuses on proper technique, tone production, and repertoire development across classical and modern genres. Our faculty includes international competition winners and former concertmasters who prepare students for youth orchestra auditions and solo performances, with access to Suzuki method training and chamber music opportunities.
Voice Lessons
Voice training develops healthy technique and artistic expression for classical, musical theater, and contemporary styles. Instructors emphasize breath control, vocal range expansion, and performance skills, preparing students for recitals, competitions, and college auditions with a 90% success rate in college music program acceptances.
Group Classes
Our group programs for ages 3+ combine music theory, ear training, and ensemble playing through interactive games and collaborative projects. Classes use curricula like Music for Young Children and My First Piano, with parent participation components that reinforce home practice routines and musical development.
Exam Prep
Specialized preparation for ABRSM, RCM, and CM exams includes repertoire selection, sight-reading practice, and mock assessments. Our instructors have 15+ years average experience with exam boards, achieving 95%+ pass rates at advanced levels while maintaining focus on musical enjoyment and technical development.
People
Doris Lellouche
Director & Co-founder
BM from University of British Columbia, studied with Robert Silverman. Founded Opus 1 in 2006 after establishing successful home studio. Teaches all levels and prepares students for CM and ABRSM exams. Featured in CBS's 'This is SF' for innovative music education approaches.
Teacher Tahv
Piano Instructor
Berklee College of Music graduate with 20+ years experience. Specializes in jazz improvisation and contemporary styles. Combines technical training with creative exploration, holding performance degrees in education and music theory. Teaches private and group lessons for ages 5+.
Teacher Young-Rang
Voice & Piano Instructor
Master's from San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Former lead role performer in San Francisco Opera Guild's Carmen. Teaches voice, piano, and group classes with emphasis on vocal technique and performance preparation for competitions and recitals.
Teacher Effie
Senior Piano Instructor
New England Conservatory graduate with MM in Music Composition. Incorporates music theory, ear training, and history into lessons. Specializes in helping students develop improvisation skills and personalized learning approaches for children and adults.
Teacher Sylvia
String & Piano Instructor
30+ years teaching experience with MM in Violin Performance. Prepares students for national competitions and college auditions. Certified Suzuki instructor with long-term training from Moshe Neumann. Teaches piano, violin, cello, and music theory at both campuses.
Questions
What music styles do you teach?
We offer instruction in classical, jazz, pop, rock, and contemporary styles across all instruments, with specialized instructors for each genre.
Do you offer trial lessons?
Yes, we provide trial lessons priced at $25 for 30 minutes, $35 for 45 minutes, and $45 for 60 minutes to help students find the right teacher.
Are there performance opportunities?
We host three annual recitals and prepare students for competitions, with recent performers at Carnegie Hall and Kennedy Center venues.
What exam boards do you prepare for?
Our instructors specialize in ABRSM, RCM, and Certificate of Merit exam preparation with consistent Merit/Distinction results.
Do you teach beginners?
Yes, we accept students starting age 5 with no prior experience, including specialized programs for early childhood music education.
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