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Music, Dance & Art School, Inspiring YOU!

Myriad Music School and Dance Academy

2026-27 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN 
Classes resume August 24, 2026
Save your spot today!

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NEW STUDENTS!
YOUR FIRST LESSON IS WAITING FOR YOU. LET’S GET INSPIRED TOGETHER TODAY!

Limited Spots Available

 

Online Registration is now open for 2026-2027!

Easy online registration for Private Music Lessons, Music Classes, Dance Classes and Art Classes

Prime times in all lessons and classes fill up quickly, so reserve your spot today.

1. Select your desired lesson / class below. 
2. Learn more on each lesson / class page. Next, choose the day / time of your preferred class, and complete the quick online registration

If you need help choosing:
  • Fill out our online Inquiry Form and one of our helpful Arts Administrators will contact you soon.
  • Or text, via the text icon on the side of your screen.
  • Or give us a call, via the phone icon on the side of your screen.

We are located in San Mateo, close to Highways 92, 101 and 280. Register today to reserve your spot in our busy classes before prime times fill up. Our community provides music, dance and art classes to families in San Mateo, Burlingame, Foster City, Belmont, San Carlos, Redwood Shores and surrounding areas on the Peninsula.

You are making a great choice, prioritizing Music, Dance and Art in your child’s life! We are ready for all children, teens and adults, all ages, all levels for an inspiring and creative journey at Myriad, a community favorite since 1997!

Enroll in one of our in-demand Private Music Lessons, or popular, fun, small-sized Music Classes. Discover your grace and strength in our many Dance Classes, including Twinkle Dance for Ages 3-5, Ballet, Hip Hop, K-Pop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical and Contemporary Dance.  All dancers, all ages, all levels are welcome! Art Classes are so creative and fun, exploring watercolor, oil pastel, clay and multi-medium collage, with drawing, perspective and form for older students. Our Classes always support a small student to teacher ratio, with lots of attention on each student. Develop your voice, celebrate your new skills, spin with joy, and create a masterpiece. Register today for Myriad’s quality lessons and classes, inspired together with our warm, experienced, and professional teaching artists cheering for you every step of the way!

We are looking forward to seeing your children become more confident, playing dancing  and creating their way to more confidence and a joy for the arts, making friends while learning new skills. Register today to reserve your spot in our quality, dynamic, engaging lessons and classes!

Music For All Ages

We offer smart choices for smart parents looking to give their children a positive, successful experience in their music classes and private lessons. Programs for all ages: Kids, Teens, Adults and Preschoolers too!

Dance For All Ages

There are classes for all ages & levels. This is the perfect cozy, non-intimidating, environment for dancers to create something special together – a quality dance program that is a great fit for kids, teens and adults!

Art For All Ages

Quality visual arts program with small classes. Explore the mediums of watercolors, air-dry clay and oil pastels through well-designed art lessons, and be a part of an exciting art show this year! Artists will create something special together each week!

School Info

All about our school. For New Families & Current Families

Parent Resources

How do I start lessons or classes? What does Year Round Mean? What you can expect as a parent? The care we place in your child’s arts education

Register Early for Summer Camps and Classes!

Summer 2026 Registration opens January 1st!

Guitar Student Special!

Enjoy This Exclusive Offer

“I just love getting to hang out with my teacher every week. She’s always very motivating and inspiring to me and very helpful during lessons. Occasionally, while we’re picking a new song for me to start learning, I get to see her talent shine through while she’s playing.”

–  Addy U, Age 14, Piano Student

“I like learning about different kinds of dances and coming up with our own choreography before our performances. I like how Teacher Amanda encourages us to come up with our own dance moves and then asks us to show them to the rest of the class. I like my teacher and my fellow dancers a lot because we have so much fun each week!”

– Abi S, Age 9, Hip/Jazz & AcroDance Dancer

“I love art class because Teacher Tiffany says I’m a really good artist! Painting with lots of colors is fun. I love my art backback!”

– Remy P, Age 7, Artist

Need help choosing?

What Families Have to Say about Myriad…

Teacher Michael E. is awesome!

My 6 year old daughter started taking piano lessons with him a couple months ago and has fun at her lessons. He has a calm and engaging demeanor and motivates her to want to practice at home. I've noticed a vast improvement in rhythm and posture since she started lessons with him.

Kanita / Parent

Our daughter really thrives in Amanda's class, she is an amazing dance teacher.

Other ballet classes we have tried were either too playful or too strict. Myriad Dance Academy is a good mix of both, keeping the little ones engaged by making it fun while still teaching all of the technical skills. Our daughter loves dancing, so it’s wonderful to have found a school and a teacher who really encourage this love at all levels/ages. Also, we really like the variety of classes they offer to younger age groups

James / Parent

Thank you to the staff and instructors at Myriad

We are all LOVING Myriad Music. The fact that we are able to get lessons for 3 family members in 3 different instruments is fantastic. We feel like we have the makings of the Partridge Family! 🙂 Thank you to the staff and instructors at Myriad.

David / Parent

My daughters have been going to this studio for over 2 years now.

In this time, they have grown exponentially as dancers and have experienced performing multiple times. Their confidence and abilities have skyrocketed, as well as their community. It's such a treasure to find a place that welcomes you no matter what your age, body type, or level of ability. The teachers are professional, TALENTED, gracious, and compassionate. Not only have my daughters and I been met with warm and understanding, but I also see a desire for improvement and the pure joy of dance.

Noelle / Parent

I'm very pleased with the Superstar Musicians class

We've taken the Preschool Music class, the Mini Piano Plus class, and now the Superstar Young Musicians class. I'm very pleased with the Superstar class offered by Myriad Music. The children learn notes by ear, on the music staff, and they learn to actually make their own music that they can play. The classes feature different piano, ukulele, singing and how to play percussion and a child-sized drum kit. Each class is fun and they sing and have games geared toward their lesson. I think it's a smart, less stressful way to learn music.Also, Myriad is very accommodating with makeup classes.

San Mateo Mother's Club Mom / Mother

My daughter is enrolled in private voice lessons.

She began her journey at Myriad with Teacher Matthew almost a year ago. He helped her gain a lot of confidence. She is currently working with Teacher Amytza and is improving her skills with every lesson. Amytza is very kind and so encouraging as well. As a result of her voice instruction, my daughter had the courage to try out for her high school musical and got a role!

Brigid / Parent

Now she practices voluntarily everyday

Thank you very much for sending my daughter Elena the personalized warm message. This means a lot to her. Thank you very much for the encouragement. We like Myriad Music School a lot. It's a nurturing environment with good teaching philosophy and method. It's such a fun environment!

Elena has been learning violin with another studio before we switched her to Myriad. We are very glad that we made the switch. She was frustrated when she was with the other studio. Now she practices voluntarily everyday. I think that the clear homework assignment sheet and tracking system did some magic to some extent.

Our overall experience with the school is very happy. The front desk staff are very nice and helpful too. They always reply emails on time.

Ann / Mother

Myriad Music School and Dance Academy is simply wonderful

Myriad Music School and Dance Academy is simply wonderful. The teachers there have passed along their extensive knowledge and passion for music and dance to my children in such a way that I know they will be able to truly enjoy playing and dancing for the rest of their lives. The teaching methods used at Myriad are effective and fun. My kids LOVE Myriad!

Maren / Mom

Our daughter loves teacher Amanda and dance class!

Thanks so much for everything you do!

Florencia / Parent

I'm so grateful for our experiences at Myriad

I can't say enough about how wonderful the music classes are at Myriad. Initially, I saw the preschool class as an opportunity for my three year old daughter and I to bond and enjoy music together. But the class ended up being so much more than that for us. After several weeks, I began to notice that my daughter was picking up the routines of class, gaining confidence in herself, and developing her creativity. She was learning the basic building blocks of music in fun and imaginative ways. Her teacher was so interactive and dynamic and clearly loved leading the children. Games and songs played in class quickly worked there way into our daily lives, when we did the activities together at home. I'm so grateful for our experiences at Myriad. They have clearly begun a love and appreciation for music in my daughter that will hopefully follow her throughout her life.

Kim / Mom

Learn, Grow, Thrive & Develop your Unique Style!
Benefits at Myriad

Myriad’s Three Goal Mission

Myriad’s Mission delivers to all our students and their families! Our Mission is three-fold.

  • The first goal is to have fun, and lots of it!!
  • The second goal is to help each student discover their own unique voice / style as a Musician, Dancer and Artist.
  • The third goal is to foster smart, confident Musicians, Dancers and Artists for a lifetime!

Small Class Sizes

The focus is on your child. Small class sizes have always been a Myriad standard. With a maximum 10:1 student-teacher ratio, our instructors take great care to know each student personally.

Quality Private Lessons

You’ll receive an outstanding, unique private music lesson experience at Myriad. Private music lessons are a treasured time with a caring mentor each week. Your teacher is university trained in their art, while also delivering a warm, caring experience each lesson. We deliver a fun, researched, well-rounded approach, teach all musical styles, and hold over 40 performance events annually.

Lesson Snapshot Videos for Parents

Welcome to our brand new app, launched in 2026-2027, where parents of private lesson students will get a sneak-peak into their child’s lessons, celebrating milestones along the instrument lesson journey. This will be a great way for parents to support their child throughout the year. Regardless of a parent’s musical knowledge, we present lesson updates to families in a way where everyone feels included and informed of how beneficial, exciting, educational , and purely amazing it is for your child to be learning how to play an instrument and read music. We know you’re going to love to be included in Musician Quest updates!

Celebrating Students

We celebrate you! Students’ milestones are tracked and acknowledged through awards throughout the year and at Myriad’s many performance events.

Unlimited Make-ups

Unlimited Make-Up Courtesies for active, registered students! We know life is busy, and we do our best to encourage consistency, while offering flexibility.

Top-Notch Clean Facility & Books Provided

Our Music, Dance and Art classrooms are well-lit, equipped with the best technology, are full of multi-sensory resources, and are distraction-free with sound-dampened walls to allow for maximum focus during lessons.

You receive books, sheet-music and all learning materials in-house! We stock a full music and art library with the best, expert resources on the market. No need to go shopping for your own books or supplies.

Register Online Before our Prime Class Times Fill Up.

Need help making a great choice? Fill in the Inquiry Form below.  Let’s match you to a day and time that works for your family so you can begin your Music, Dance and Art Classes. Save a spot in our small-sized classes. Your journey is about to begin!

MUSIC EVENTS: “Myriad Melodies!” Spring Music Performances features Myriad’s Private Lesson & Team Musicians, ages 6 & Older. Piano Students, Guitar Students, Singers, Ukulele Players, Violin Students and Flute Students! All students prepare first in our school-wide Workshop Week, benefiting from this gentle dress-rehearsal week, organized by small group classes. This allows each musician to find their voice and confidence, in preparation for their spring performance events. Ages 9 ~ Adults, Intermediate – Advanced Levels perform in the Spring Concerts, held in our cozy off-site venue in the Belmont hills. Performers have a choice of 3 dates, with many concert times to choose from. Ages 6-10, Elementary Levels perform in our Spring Playing Parties, which are gentle, fun, small-sized, performance classes held on-site at Myriad, on our very own stage! This is an invitation for Private Lesson and Team Students to celebrate all they have accomplished during the past school year. Medals, Gold Pins and awards are presented at all events, complete with a festive photo booth for all! Sign-ups are through SignUpGenius. See you there!

DANCE EVENTS: Held this spring in College of San Mateo’s Theater, this is the perfect mid-sized theater experience venue for our dancers, ages preschool through teens. Welcome to Myriad Dance Academy’s ‘Enchanted in Wonderland with colors, lights, story-telling and choreography from all of Myriad’s dedicated dancers! Exploring the dynamic, expressive world of dance through ballet, jazz, hip-hop, K-Pop, lyrical, contemporary and AcroDance, inspired by the characters and inner landscapes of the enchanted movies, music and fantasy lands that spark our imaginations! Sparkling costumes, colorful sets, dynamic character work, leaps, strength, flexibility and floorwork, crafted by Myriad’s Dance Teachers’ talented, student-centered choreography. Thank you to Teachers Amanda, Kenya, Gabby, Michelle and Dance Director Mattea for their inspiring creativity and can-do positivity all year long!

The Myriad Music School & Dance Academy has taught thousands of students since it was established in 1997


A community favorite, our school provides a magical staircase approach to curriculum,
ensuring success and confidence in all music and dance skills, from our youngest to our most advanced students.

Myriad graduates have continued on to esteemed universities

such as Berkeley, Boston University, Stanford, UCLA, Cornell, Columbia, Barnard, Brown, American University, NYU and other reputable schools. Some graduates have chosen to major / minor in music or dance degrees. We celebrate all of our students’ future endeavors!

Take a School Tour.
Welcome, New Families!

Do take a quick video tour of where the magic happens in Music, Dance and Art Classes. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes overview of the clean, cozy lobbies and classrooms, where all of the playing, twirling and painting comes to life!

Brand New To Music Lessons or Dance Classes?

Find out what you need to know before making a great choice! 

Featured Teachers

staff
Teacher Tiffany A.
    How old were you when you began learning to create art? I started doing art in 5th grade and fell in love with art in 9th grade What do you Love about Teaching? I love having the ability…
Administrator Sophia
How old were you when you began learning music? I was about 8 years old when I started learning piano. What do you Love about being an Arts Administrator? I love seeing familiar faces each week in the lobby.  Whether…

Administrator Sophia

Administrator

Teacher Max
How old were you when you began learning to play your instrument? I started doing piano lessons at 3, and began learning guitar at 10! What do you Love about Teaching? I love helping students build confidence in themselves and…

Teacher Max

Guitar & Piano

Upcoming Events at Myriad

Our Students are Excited, working on their projects & goals ~ Join the Fun & Discover your Inner Spark!

ALL LESSONS & CLASSES: Winter & Spring Fun!

MUSIC ENSEMBLES: Mini-Singers, Glee, String Ensemble, Rock Band – Family Presentation Night, ‘Playing on my Heartstrings’, March 7

MUSIC FOUNDATIONS & ART: In-Progress Family Week

DANCE: ‘Dancers’ Cinema Spotlight’ filming event, March 16-21

SPRING BREAK: Mar 20 – Apr 5

MUSIC: Workshop Week, May 4 – 9

MUSIC CONCERTS: Intermediate & Advanced Musicians, May 15-16

DANCE:  Spring Showcase, May 31

ART: Art Show, May 31

MUSIC: Playing Parties, Elementary Musicians, June 6-7

DANCE, ART, MUSIC FOUNDATIONS: VIP Pre-Reg to reserve class times for Fall 2026, May 26 -30

SUMMER TERM: Featuring continued music lessons, Summer Camps & Classes, June 22 – Aug 1

Featured Students of the Month

VISIT OUR FEATURED MUSIC STUDENT PAGE

Read all about our talented dedicated Private Music Students!

VISIT OUR FEATURED DANCE STUDENTS PAGE

Read all about Myriad’s Dancers, and what keeps them inspired in their Dance Classes!

VISIT OUR FEATURED YOUNG MUSICIANS PAGE!

Myriad’s Young Musicians progress from Preschool Music, to Mini Piano Plus, through Superstar Young Musicians classes. Music Lessons & Teams are the next step!

Latest News

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New Twinkle Star Dance Program For Young Dancers!

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Preparing For a Music Scholarship Audition

Preparing For a Music Scholarship Audition

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Music Lessons, Dance Classes, and Art Class times fill up quickly, so register today for Music Classes for kids, Piano Lessons, Guitar Lessons, Voice Lessons, Singing Lessons, Violin Lessons, Viola Lessons, Flute Lessons, Dance Classes for kids, ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theater classes, and art classes today. Serving families and students in San Mateo, Burlingame, Millbrae, Foster City, Redwood Shores, San Carlos, Belmont, on the Peninsula.