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March 2024 by Sean Kelly
Our daughter has been taking voice/piano lessons and performing in the band program at MMM for several years. The growth in her ability and musical knowledge has been amazing to watch. The faculty at MMM is nothing but outstanding and has really sparked her love of music/performing.
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March 2024 by Scott Snyderman
Mark Murphy’s Music is a great music school! I found MMM 7+ years ago and started taking lessons with Ray to elevate my guitar playing as an adult. Ray is an incredible musician and has been a fantastic teacher! Beyond Ray, I’ve been impressed with the whole school. I’ve observed and have been impressed by numerous MMM teacher interactions with parents/students - you can see they care about their students and tailor their lessons to their interests (e.g., cool songs to learn) while building their skills. The professional staff (Zenobia and Laura) are fantastic and Mark himself is a great guy who is involved in the community. It has been great to see the school continue to grow (e.g., the recording studio/audio engineering lessons is a great addition!) If you are looking for a music school for you or your kids, I highly recommend MMM!
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February 2024 by victoria kirsch
Both of my children took lessons at Mark Murphy’s Music studio for years. The kids loved the lessons and their teachers. A couple of years ago, I decided to take music lessons again, which was something I had always said I would do in the future. I finally called the studio and found out they also give lessons, of all levels, to adults. I decided to take piano lessons, and was matched up with Campbell who is an excellent teacher. He’s trained as a jazz pianist and is able to instruct me as a beginner. He’s supportive and encouraging and I find myself inspired to practice regularly after work. I mentioned that I had played flute since elementary school through college but only sparingly over the past years while the kids were growing up. Zenobia, mentioned they had a wonderful flute instructor as well. I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to brush up on my flute playing. Dario, the flute teacher, is just as supportive and encouraging and inspiring in our lessons. I look forward to every piano and flute lesson every week!
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February 2024 by Brian Jacob
I've been a big fan of Mark Murphy's Music for years! The staff and entire vibe of the studio is warm, friendly, and welcoming. It's so much more than a school; it's a community of fantastic talented people dedicated to the joy of sharing and teaching music. My son had an excellent drum teacher in Goh and when he was ready to try something new, I jumped in to take drum lessons for myself! I've learned so much going here and only wish I had more time to practice!I've always appreciated how everyone at MMM sincerely strives to ensure you have a positive and rewarding experience (and if you're a parent, teachers make sure to check in with you and review the ideas discussed your child's lesson). Can't say enough great things about this awesome studio and their fantastic staff!
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February 2024 by Donovan Sherman
Our son has taken guitar lessons with Nic for two years. The experience has been excellent; Nic is patient and kind, and the lessons are the right mixture of theory and fun riffs. Highly recommend!
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February 2024 by george mazin
I have been a student at Mark Murphy Music for several years now. The school provides a wonderful environment for students to learn and to enjoy the joy of playing an instrument. My teacher, Ray, is very supportive and patient, tailoring my lessons to the types of music I enjoy. The school has students ranging from elementary school students to retired individuals, like myself. All are made to feel welcome.
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February 2024 by adam heydt
Mark Murphy Music School is a wonderful place that exudes warmth, charm, and acceptance. The teachers are insanely talented, creating an environment where our kids, Gavin and Layla, feel both comfortable and challenged in their guitar, piano, and voice lessons. The school is a staple in South Orange town, and we feel blessed that our children are part of the MMM family. Gavin's unique experience in the summer band programs and Layla's captivating performance at Rockwood Music Hall in NYC showcase the diverse opportunities this school offers. It's truly a special place that enriches our children's musical journey.
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February 2024 by David Smith-Cooper
Wonderful thriving business. Great instructors. Thoughtful, caring, flexible. Talk to Mark, he is very approachable!
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February 2024 by John Cramer
We love Mark Murphy! Everyone we've worked with there has been great, from Zenobia and Laura who deal with all our communications and logistics, to all the teachers. And we've worked with more than a few, because our kids have studied drums, piano, and participated in the band program there. Top notch all the way around. Thanks, Mark!
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February 2024 by Fernanda Gonzales
Both my kids have been taking piano lessons at Mark Murphy's and they really enjoy it. The teachers are amazing and the studio coordinators (Laura and Zenobia) are wonderful!
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February 2024 by geetanjali mehra
My daughter has been taking voice and piano lessons at Mark Murphy for over a year now. It has been an amazing experience so far. My kid loves music and it took us a few trials and errors with various schools, private lessons et. all especially through the pandemic until we ended up at MMM and couldn’t be happier.My daughter loves her instructors. She takes lessons with Campbell for piano. He is developing her skills with the keys with fun and kid friendly music (like teaching her to play her favorite Taylor Swift songs on the piano) and supports her interest in writing music.Her voice instructor Astghik is helping her explore her vocal range in a fun way.And last but not the least - the office staff Zenobia and Laura are amazing in how easy they make it to work with them and the school.
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February 2024 by Alexis Auleta
My 15 year-old daughter started at MMM in 2022 with voice and guitar lessons and added on the band program and audio engineering this past fall. The teachers here are incredibly talented and supportive and Mark Murphy runs an amazing program. Highly recommended.
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February 2024 by sybil rodgers
My son has been studying music with Mark Murphy’s team for several years. They always pair him with fantastic teachers - he’s studied drums, clarinet, saxophone and now he’s beginning piano. It’s been the perfect addition to his concert band and honors jazz band experience at CHS - totally builds his skills to excel. I’m so grateful for the opportunity for my son to continue at Mark Murphy’s year after year.
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February 2024 by Melissa Litwin
Great musical home for all kids! Our teen has been taking bass, voice, and band for many years and feels supported and at home at mmm. She’s made many good friends, progressed a lot musically, and loves her mmm teachers. Jr. is on the shy side and doesn’t love the spotlight and is also more of a hobbyist than future professional. The wonderful teachers care so much, push her out of her comfort zone, and she will have a lifelong skill to enjoy.
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February 2024 by Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill
My daughter has been taking lessons at Mark Murphy's Music for almost 6 years and she's had a wonderful experience! She began on piano and then switched to bass guitar and she has had a great experience with every instructor she's had, including Mark himself. She has progressed very well in her playing skills and I would highly recommend MMM to any parent looking to make music a part of their child's life!
