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where your child develop genuine love for music,

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Develop Genuine Love for Music

Kids aged 4-9 are the perfect age to start developing a musical ear. With the help of a qualified, highly trained teacher, your child can learn to love music and build stronger scholastic capabilities.

Music is powerful. Children who play musical instruments have been found to score higher on standardized tests than kids who do not. You can instill a genuine love for music in your child by enrolling them in a private music lesson.

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Exceptional Results for Young Musicians

At Willan Academy, we take pride in our students’ remarkable accomplishments. Our top music lessons for kids in NYC have led to admissions at elite schools like Special Music School and LaGuardia High School, plus a full scholarship to Harlem School of the Arts. We emphasize igniting a lifelong love for music while establishing strong skills, setting your child up for success as an aspiring artist. Our skilled NYC music instructors are committed to nurturing every student, unlocking pathways to incredible musical journeys.

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In-Home Lessons

Online Lessons

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Mission

Willan’s Mission & Vision

Willan is derived from “will”. The curriculum is so much necessary raw material, but at Willan we believe in guiding the students’ will to transform their musical gifts to the highest degree of excellence possible.

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From Our Founder

“Music lessons where your children can develop genuine love for music, that’s exactly what we offer, so they can open up their hearts to explore and develop their artistic abilities to the highest levels possible. We know that when they are willing to learn, nothing can stop them.“

– Kenji Haba

In-Home Lessons

Music lessons are available in the homes of our students located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Each student learn differently, so we carefully examine learning styles of your child and create an Individualized curriculum.

How it works

Online Lessons

Take online music lessons via Zoom, Skype or any other platforms. Our dedicated teachers will guide your child how to play an instrument. We carefully examine learning styles of your child and create an Individualized curriculum.

Join our Free Online Student Recitals!

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Instruments

In-Home & Online Music Lessons

Piano Lessons

Learn from the best pianists to take your skill to the next level, no matter what stage you’re starting at.

Guitar Lessons

Our guitar lessons are for people of all age groups and skill levels.

Cello Lessons

Discover the joy of learning cello with personalized in-home lessons in New York City.

Violin Lessons

Take violin classes in Suzuki-method or traditional method. Either way, we ensure that you enjoy every moment of learning violin.

Songwriting Lessons

Our private songwriting classes offer an exciting opportunity for children to explore their musical talents and express their creativity through the art of songwriting.

More Instruments

Other instrument lessons are also available; Cello, Saxophone, Flute, and more.

Student Success Highlights

Youth Music Festival

We’re proud to spotlight four of our exceptional students who have been chosen to perform at the Youth Music Festival at New York University. This prestigious event brings together talented young musicians, and we’re excited to see our students take the stage alongside their peers, showcasing their dedication and artistry!

NYU Winter Gala Concert

Multiple students were invited to perform at the Winter Gala Concert at New York University, and each delivered an impressive performance.

Practice Challenge

A moment from the Practice Challenge Award Ceremony at Willan Academy of Music, where several committed students received trophies and certificates after completing the semester-long challenge. This event, held every semester, celebrates their dedication and progress."

Recital at The DiMenna Center

A showcase of talent: our student recital at The Dimenna Center highlighted the incredible skills and dedication of all our students.

Recital At The Triad Hall

We hosted a Student Recital at The Triad, a stunning venue where everyone beautifully displayed their talent and skills.

Performance at Silvana Cafe

Talented students from the Willan Academy of Music recently graced the stage at the iconic Silvana Café, captivating the audience with their exceptional performances. The crowd was enthralled, with applause and admiration filling the air as the music created an unforgettable experience for all.

Recording Studio at NYU

This photo captures one of our talented students alongside a studio engineer at NYU’s recording studio during the Youth Music Festival at New York University. Our four exceptional participants learned original music composed by NYU student composers, performed it with their peers, and then recorded the piece. We’re proud of their artistry and dedication showcased in this prestigious event!

NYU Youth Music Fectival

We’re proud to showcase five of our exceptional students selected to perform at the Youth Music Festival at New York University, alongside NYU composer Yasmin and all the talented participants. This prestigious event celebrates young musical talent, and we’re excited to see our students take the stage, demonstrating their dedication and artistry among their peers!

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