Herald School of Music and Arts 156-03 Horace Harding Expressway, Queens, NY 11367

"I have been thoroughly impressed with this music school, and I have to say that I specially liked the monthly performance classes in the school. They also provided my son with the incredible opportunity to perform on famous venues, and these experiences have not only given him confidence but also fostered a deep love for music. The dedicated instructors and comprehensive curriculum at this school have helped him grow as a musician, and I couldn't be happier with the progress he's made."

"Joyous Music School is the best music school in Queens and Long Island. They have three branches—Syosset, Albertson and Flushing. Each location is run by accomplished music directors such as SONY-BMG recording artists, accomplished concert pianists, conductors and award winning composers. Joyous offers private lessons in piano, violin, viola, cello and bass. My 5-yr-old son has been taking private music classes there for the past year. He’s had so much fun since he started. Besides individual instruction, Joyous also offers chamber music, orchestra, theory, sight-singing, art, dance and theater class. It’s a very enriching environment for children of all levels and backgrounds. I strongly recommend them!"

"Love Joyous’ piano and string program. School focuses on developing student’s unique musical language by cultivating their ability to communicate through music. Advance students can attend group class such as chamber music, orchestra and performance class. Each year, Joyous produces up to 50 performance including venues like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Barclays Center, Madison Square Garden and Times Square. Joyous students have been featured in shows such as ABC’s Good Morning America, NBC’s Today Show and FOX News. This is the place for great music education."

"Home of the renowned young artist group, Joyous String Ensemble. This pre-college music program offers professional training in piano and all string instruments. Performance teams regularly perform for NBA/WNBA games, Wonderama, at Carnegie Hall, and other TV shows."

"My daughter has been attending the school since 2010. One big reason we stay with the school year after year is its excellent and caring faculty. The couple directing the school are high-caliber musicians and devoted to music education. They implement a consistent approach and yet also tailor it to individual students. The school offers a vibrant collection of lessons, group opportunities (orchestra, choir, dance classes, etc.), and impressive opportunities for performance at world class venues. Despite significant growth in recent years, the personal attention and care we receive does not decrease - the director knows almost all students at the school by name, coordinates with teachers regularly, and hosts monthly class meetings. Our daughter is very fortunate to have known and be taught and mentored by them."