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I.R. Guitar Lessons
- Musician
- Guitarist
- Skills
“He is classically trained and I used to play guitar for years and he helped me come back to it by teaching me some good classical scales that have immensely helped my technique.”
Best Piano Lessons in Oakland, CA
24 studios listed · 9 in Oakland · 2 open 24/7 · 18 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Carrie Jahde Drum Lessons
“Carrie is a talented, kind, and generous teacher who enhanced our daughter's love of music and the drums with her wonderful teaching style.”
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Rockenbach Music Studio
- Student
- Reading
- Guitar
“I began learning from him at the age of eight, starting with reading music, followed by learning tunes from my favorite bands, then learning the classical guitar.”
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Superpower of the Song by Kadie Kelly
- Instruments
“Kadie's extensive knowledge of music and ability to engage children in the process of creating their own music through playing the piano and other instruments, songwriting, singing and more, has given my kids a lifelong gift.”
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Oakland Public Conservatory of Music
“They always make students feel like a family”
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Notes Music Academy
- Space
“I always feel pretty excited but nervous (only because I'm new to it) for my drum lessons, but once I'm drumming, I feel more confident and Cody reinforces technique and is super patient with me to go over notes.”
These 24 studios are the piano teachers on file for Oakland, CA. Styles taught, ages taken and whether a studio has a room of its own are whatever each one publishes; public reviews supply the ratings.
Area overview: Oakland, CA
9 of the 24 studios we list are based in Oakland; the other 15 serve Oakland from towns including San Francisco (13 mi), Alameda (3 mi) and Berkeley (7 mi). 23 of the studios on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 514 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these studios on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (83%) and communication (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the studios on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "patient". 2 are open around the clock; 18 are open on Saturdays and 10 on Sundays. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 52 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the studios on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the studios on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the studio before you enroll.
Can I book a first piano lesson online?
4 of the 24 studios here take bookings online. A first meeting is usually a short trial rather than a full lesson, so check what the slot actually is before you arrive with a child and a book of pieces.
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Piano Everyone
“She's made it easier through her non-traditional approach to teaching and getting someone to learn the basics of understanding music a little more fluidly.”
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African Roots OF Jazz Performing Arts Academy Inc.
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Hewel Piano Studio
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Starland School Of Music
“Aimee paired me with someone I haven't had any lessons with yet, but she asked me so many great, inquisitive questions about my musical history/interests that I'm confident I have been matched with the perfect teacher.”
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Dan Lupo Music
“My daughter takes piano lessons with Milan he's very soft spoken and kind to her she gets shy around men and really goes beyond with her I appreciate his teaching skills and adapting to make it easy on her”
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San Francisco Music Together
- Songs
- Cds
- Nanny
“Corey is so incredible at explaining the science of the music, has a divine singing voice, and regardless of what the kids are doing, he remains unflappable (even when kids are kicking and sitting on his personal guitar).”
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Songbird Studios
- Voice Lessons
- Personality
- Face
“She gives you specific details about how to shape your voice and bring your best tone out, helps you understand the science behind the singing in how your muscles interact with your voice and makes you laugh + is your biggest hypewoman the entire way...”
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Little Mission Studio
- Musicians
- Singing
- LMS
“Even though it's private lessons, I look forward to the community aspect this studio brings by attending the studio wide sessions where we get to perform what we're working on and give feedback to other studio members to help our creative process exp...”
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Golden Key Piano School
- Learning
- Education
- Skills
“Katrin taught my daughter many basic but important piano fundamental skills such as learning to play by ear, sight readings, and proper hand posture at the piano making sure to have the wrist and arm in the right position, etc.”
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Spark of Creation Studio
“The staff are so nice and my daughter loves the classes, has learned a lot and gained a lot of confidence.”
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Nurture Music School
- Learn
- Musician
- Creative
“My daughter always looks forward to her violin lessons, wants to do a good job with practice during the week and during the lesson in part because she has so much respect for Saideh, and has developed a love for playing the violin.”
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Amabile School of Music
- Learning
- Students
“All of the students from kids to adults seem both genuinely interested in their studies as well as excited to involve themselves in them, and as a music teacher myself as of the past 15+/- years, it gives me great hope that a school like Amabile exis...”
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Guitar Lessons With Joe Deloro
- Songs
- Blues-Rock
- Beginner
“This pays big dividends down the road because you will have learned correct fundamental technique which will allow you to go as far as you want and in any direction without having to unlearn techniques that may have turned out to be only short-term s...”
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BAY Area Diva Productions
- Skills
- Confidence
- Students
“I love how she puts together concerts for us to showcase our voices and talents😊 This is definitely the go to for having fun, while improving your singing skills!”
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Tabla Academy
- Instrument
- Happy
- Learn
“He puts effort to make sure that every student has a strong foundation so that each of us have the knowledge and confidence to master the art of playing tabla.”
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Matheus Voice Studio
- Vocal Coach
- Musical Theatre
- Craft
“His love for the art and desire to teach is clear, he is very enthusiastic when helping you explore and refine your sound, but he is not overly praising either - his corrections are somatic, precise, and really do help you to get better.”
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Guitar Lessons With Jay Skyler
- Atmosphere
- Songs
- Learn
“I took lessons from Jay for about 11 months (only stopped because career moved me to Boston) and learned more than I thought possible given my age / complete lack of dexterity.”
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Village Music
- Piano
- Room
“I've been renting a practice room from Andrew for almost 2 years, and cannot recommend this space enough.”
Piano Instruction Services in Oakland, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$310
Maximum cost
$768
National Average
$458
Avg Per Hour Rates
$87
$372
$520
Average price range is based on 464 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in and near Oakland
- “I highly recommend Golden Key Piano School as the staff and teachers are all so easy to work with, kind, and talented.” — from a review of Golden Key Piano School
- “Both of my kids are now improving a lot and they started really enjoying playing the piano.” — from a review of Amabile School of Music
- “There’s never a dull moment working with him and, as a beginner, I’ve been able to get to a point where I’m confident playing piano in front of my friends.” — from a review of Dan Lupo Music
- “Andrew is a fantastic piano teacher - talented and very patient with kids.” — from a review of Village Music
- “Dan is an amazing teacher! Really patient and makes learning the piano engaging and fun.” — from a review of Dan Lupo Music
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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