Rochester Academy of Music & Arts
“Everyone is so nice and so responsive to emails/texts when scheduling conflicts come up (Brigid is great!”
Best Piano Lessons in Rochester, NY
14 studios listed · 11 in Rochester · 9 open weekends · all 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Rochester's School of Guitar
“Chris Glydes School of Guitar has helped me learn new techniques and improve many of the ones I already thought I were good at.”
Aria's School of Music & Art
“They have lots of live performances on evenings and they are all really good.”
Music Together Flower City
“I look forward to bringing him each week—it's wonderful to see other kids and families, and as a first-time mom, it's so helpful to watch older little ones and get a glimpse of what's ahead developmentally.”
Tasha's Piano Studio
“My daughter even wants to practice her piano before she goes to school.”
Kanack School of Musical Artistry
“What really stands out about Kanack school is the holistic approach to learning music that teaches creativity and personal expression as well as the technical aspects of the instrument of choice.”
These 14 studios are the piano teachers on file for Rochester, NY. 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: Rochester, NY
11 of the 14 studios we list are based in Rochester; the other 3 serve Rochester from Pittsford (7 mi) and Fairport (10 mi). The studios on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 281 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews. 9 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 21 years. We have a website on file for all 14 of the studios on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 1 takes 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.
How do I check what a piano teacher covers?
All 14 studios publish a website. That is where you find whether they teach classical or pop, which ages they take, and whether lessons run at their place or yours. The listing shows what each studio states on its own site.
Newbrough Piano Academy
“Both of our daughters now attend lessons here, and we have been so happy with the piano & voice instruction they have received!”
Bruce Music & Theatre Academy
“Great place for musicians of all ages.”
Miss Kate's Piano Studio
Susan's Music School
“Susan also helps her to improve on her musical pieces not just learn them and then quickly move on.”
Saint Ambrose Academy
Piano Plus Teaching Studio
“He has a great approach to the basics of piano, and as my lessons have continued, I've appreciated how much he has adapted our lessons to match my specific goals, on top of continuing to develop my skills.”
Spotlight Studios For the Performing Arts
“Awesome theater, my child loves doing their fall and spring shows as well as summer camps!”
Canalside Music Together
“I have been taking my daughter here since she was 5 months old and my daughter looks forward to it every week.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about studios in Rochester
- “My daughter loves her piano lessons. The teacher always communicates with us on her progress.” — from a review of Rochester Academy of Music & Arts
- “I would highly recommend her to anyone - child or adult - who is looking for a piano teacher who is skilled but will make you feel at ease.” — from a review of Tasha's Piano Studio
- “Susan is an excellent piano teacher and is very patient with my daughter.” — from a review of Susan's Music School
- “Tasha is a wonderful piano teacher! In addition to having all the technical qualifications one would want in an instructor, she is enthusiastic, kind, patient and very positive about learning.” — from a review of Tasha's Piano Studio
- “Dedicated professional staff make learning music fun. My son loves learning piano and voice.” — from a review of Rochester Academy of Music & Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the studios listed on this page.
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