The Joe Ferrante Music Academy was founded in 2003 as a private music training program when Joe Ferrante was at the University of Southern California as a Music Composition/ Scoring for Motion Pictures & Television (SMPTV) major. Beginning with only a handful of students who studied with Joe in the Ferrante family home in Monrovia, Joe soon realized he would need help and proceeded to recruit his USC colleagues to teach.
The ensuing combined effort elevated the fledgling academy-to-be to nearly 100 students by mid-2004. At this time it became necessary to obtain a larger space with multiple teaching rooms and to procure instructors who were multi-instrument in Piano, Voice, Violin, Guitar and/or Drums, and who were cross-genre who could provide a wide range of musical styles to a diverse and curious student body. In July 2004 the Joe Ferrante Music Academy made its commercial debut on Colorado Boulevard in beautiful Old Town Monrovia and the Joe Ferrante Music Academy was born.
Over Two Decades In The Making
Each lesson is taught under the oversight and philosophy of Joe Ferrante, a graduate of USC in Music Theory & Composition with an emphasis in Scoring for Motion Pictures and Television. Joe has studied Concert Piano extensively in New York and France with Jeaneane Dowis-Lipman, formerly of the Juilliard School, as well as at Mannes College of Music in Manhattan.
Joe has composed, conducted and recorded seven original film score compositions for professional symphony orchestra at Paramount Pictures and is currently hard at work on his second solo album of original compositions.
"Its like a big family here. The teachers and staff are constantly encouraging me to be the best I can be. I dont know where I would be without my amazing teacher!"
- Chea
Raquel O.
2023-02-13
Verified
My 5 year old son wanted to take piano lessons so we reached out to JF music academy. They were running a special for January plus a free introductory class. Ms Lorraine is our sons teacher and he's really enjoying his sessions. He is enjoying his sessions so I'm hoping he will continue his Interest in learning.
Lili M.
2021-12-17
Verified
Nicest people in the world! I brought my niece for her first guitar and the teacher was great, along with the young lady who helped us out in the front. My niece is loving the lessons and I couldn't be happier about who amazing they are l, and the level of professionalism.
Sam S.
2021-08-05
Verified
I started taking guitar lessons with Alex about 2 months ago. It has been fantastic. Everyone at the school is incredibly nice, and it really has a low-key small town community type atmosphere. My lesson is one of the best parts of my week and I look forward to it every time. Most of the students are children, but I'm not. If you think you are too old to start an instrument or to take music lessons, you are incorrect! It's never too late to strike up the band. Give it a try, you will be glad you did.
Mitch M.
2021-01-26
Verified
They're really professional there. I got to take piano lessons while in high school, and although I didn't appreciate it then, it was a great experience. I later took guitar and piano lessons there as an adult, and I was happy with their teachers. The staff was always accommodating. When I have kids, I will definitely be taking them there. The teachers are great!
Kathleen S.
2020-06-01
Verified
Online zoom call lessons have been working great. Patient teachers, service oriented front desk staff, charter school payment allowed. This place has been excellent for my 3 children. We took guitar, song writing, mandarin, piano, and tried out a music application type class for our youngest preschool age child.
Mark O.
2019-03-09
Verified
The spring performance was amazing and Joshua had an extremely wonderful experience with Mariah as his vocal coach.
Richard V.
2018-11-16
Verified
I'm very happy to be here. All the instructors have been excellent. Sad to see Denise go but looking forward to my new instructor. I have been here for 30+ lessons and will continue to come. The staff is great and Mario is a class act.
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Recording Technology? At Joe Ferrante Music Academy? SIGN ME UP!🎧💻 Read all about the program in our August Newsletter! Stop in for a physical copy or visit our website to sign up for our mailing list! • • • #musiclessons #pianolessons #musicteacher #pianoteacher #violinlessons #voicelessons #guitarlessons #drumlessons #musiclessonsforkids #learnmusic #learnmusiconline #musicclass #pianoclass #violinclass #guitarclass #drumclass #singinglessons #monroviamusic #monroviamusicschool #jfmusicacademy #musiclessonsmonrovia #pianolessonsmonrovia #ᴄᴀᴘᴄᴜᴛ...
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HURRY — Final Days to Save $100 on Music Lessons!
Our Back to School Music Special ends NEXT WEEK, and spots are almost gone!
For just $99, you’ll get: 🎵 One Month of Private Music Lessons 🎟️ One-Time Registration Fee Waived ✏️ A Fully-Stocked Back-to-School Supply Kit
(That’s over $200 in total value!)
This is your chance to kick off the school year with creativity, confidence, and MUSIC. Whether you’re new to lessons or returning to try a new instrument, this offer won’t be back anytime soon.
Our Back to School Music Special ends NEXT WEEK, and spots are almost gone!
For just $99, you’ll get: 🎵 One Month of Private Music Lessons 🎟️ One-Time Registration Fee Waived ✏️ A Fully-Stocked Back-to-School Supply Kit
(That’s over $200 in total value!)
This is your chance to kick off the school year with creativity, confidence, and MUSIC. Whether you’re new to lessons or returning to try a new instrument, this offer won’t be back anytime soon.
The Community Concert is in full swing! SPOTS ARE LIMITED! Sign up before Sept. 9th for the early bird special!🎶🎸🎻 • • • #musiclessons #pianolessons #musicteacher #pianoteacher #violinlessons #voicelessons #guitarlessons #drumlessons #musiclessonsforkids #learnmusic #learnmusiconline #musicclass #pianoclass #violinclass #guitarclass #drumclass #singinglessons #monroviamusic #monroviamusicschool #jfmusicacademy #musiclessonsmonrovia #pianolessonsmonrovia #ᴄᴀᴘᴄᴜᴛ
The Community Concert is in full swing! SPOTS ARE LIMITED! Sign up before Sept. 9th for the early bird special!🎶🎸🎻 • • • #musiclessons #pianolessons #musicteacher #pianoteacher #violinlessons #voicelessons #guitarlessons #drumlessons #musiclessonsforkids #learnmusic #learnmusiconline #musicclass #pianoclass #violinclass #guitarclass #drumclass #singinglessons #monroviamusic #monroviamusicschool #jfmusicacademy #musiclessonsmonrovia #pianolessonsmonrovia #ᴄᴀᴘᴄᴜᴛ...
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🎶 Music, Movement & Milestones!
Discover how our Early Childhood Music Class at Joe Ferrante Music Academy helps young minds thrive! From brain development and better listening to building confidence and coordination, our program offers 7 powerful benefits every parent should know.
Led by passionate instructors in Monrovia, our classes are designed to spark creativity, social skills, and a lifelong love for music—starting from the very first beat.
🎵 Ready to give your child a joyful head start? 📖 Read the blog now: https://www.jfmusicacademy.com/early-childhood-music-class-7-benefits-every-parent-should-know/
Discover how our Early Childhood Music Class at Joe Ferrante Music Academy helps young minds thrive! From brain development and better listening to building confidence and coordination, our program offers 7 powerful benefits every parent should know.
Led by passionate instructors in Monrovia, our classes are designed to spark creativity, social skills, and a lifelong love for music—starting from the very first beat.
🎵 Ready to give your child a joyful head start? 📖 Read the blog now: https://www.jfmusicacademy.com/early-childhood-music-class-7-benefits-every-parent-should-know/
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We understand that schedules are hectic! That’s why we are open 7 days a week with flexible lesson times, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
We understand that schedules are hectic! That’s why we are open 7 days a week with flexible lesson times, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
Keys that unlocked creativity at the 2025 Red Carpet Awards Concert!🎹 • • • #musiclessons #pianolessons #musicteacher #pianoteacher #violinlessons #voicelessons #guitarlessons #drumlessons #musiclessonsforkids #learnmusic #learnmusiconline #musicclass #pianoclass #violinclass #guitarclass #drumclass #singinglessons #monroviamusic #monroviamusicschool #jfmusicacademy #musiclessonsmonrovia #pianolessonsmonrovia...
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Looking for a place where music lessons are more than just practice time?
We offer personalized, high-quality instruction for all ages and instruments—right in the heart of Old Town Monrovia. From violin to voice, piano to drums, we’ve helped thousands of students discover their passion for music.
Looking for a place where music lessons are more than just practice time?
We offer personalized, high-quality instruction for all ages and instruments—right in the heart of Old Town Monrovia. From violin to voice, piano to drums, we’ve helped thousands of students discover their passion for music.
