Business Details
Nurturing Artistic Excellence in Music & Dance for Orange County Youth
OC Music & Dance has been dedicated to nurturing artistic excellence and empowering youth through transformative music and dance education. Our organization provides comprehensive training for students aged 4-18, combining private lessons, ensemble performance opportunities, and musicianship classes grounded in classical training. As a Steinway Select School with 15 Steinway-designed pianos, including a 9-ft Concert Grand, we offer unparalleled access to professional-grade instruments. Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through financial assistance programs and community outreach initiatives like Operation Gig for military veterans. We believe in music as a universal language, fostering creativity and lifelong appreciation for the arts.Our faculty of experienced educators cultivates technical mastery while encouraging individual artistic expression. The upcoming Irvine Great Park campus will expand our capabilities with state-of-the-art facilities designed by renowned acousticians. Through partnerships with organizations like Yaya Dance Academy and TOP Awards, we continue to build a vibrant arts community. Our recording services provide professional audio/video production for auditions and competitions, supporting both student and professional artists. As a recognized leader in Orange County's cultural landscape, we remain committed to making high-quality arts education accessible to all.
Services
School of Music
Dance Programs
Recording Services
Financial Assistance
Steinway Piano Rentals
Community Outreach
Operation Gig
Piano Key Club
Summer Dance Program
Veterans Programs
Highlights and features
- We are a Steinway Select School with professional-grade instruments including a 9-ft Concert Grand Piano
- Our faculty provides classical training that builds foundational skills for all musical genres
- We offer financial assistance programs ensuring arts education accessibility for all families
- Our recording services meet professional audition and competition requirements with MP4 delivery
- We partner with leading dance organizations for comprehensive performing arts education
Associations and certifications
- Steinway & Sons
Services
School of Music
Our School of Music provides comprehensive training for students aged 4-18 through private lessons, musicianship classes, and ensemble performance opportunities. The curriculum emphasizes classical foundations while developing musical fluency that supports all genres. Students gain technical mastery and artistic expression through structured progression pathways.
Recording Services
Professional audio/video recording services meet audition and competition requirements using our Black Box Theater with Steinway Concert Grand Piano. Packages include MP4 file delivery with flexible session lengths and optional rush processing. Engineers support both student and professional artists in achieving high-quality recordings.
Dance Programs
Dance education includes the T.O.P. Awards summer program for advanced dancers and partnerships with leading local academies. Students develop technical proficiency and performance skills through structured curricula that emphasize creative expression and competitive excellence in various dance disciplines.
Financial Assistance
Endowed scholarship programs ensure music education accessibility for families facing financial barriers. The Piano Key Club and other initiatives provide instrument training, vocal instruction, and class participation opportunities regardless of economic circumstances.
Community Outreach
Community programs extend artistic opportunities through Operation Gig for military veterans and partnerships with cultural organizations. The Irvine Great Park campus will feature a 500-seat theater for public performances and educational events enhancing regional arts engagement.
Questions
What age groups do your music programs serve?
Our School of Music programs serve students aged 4-18 with developmentally appropriate instruction for all skill levels.
Do you offer financial assistance for music lessons?
Yes, we provide need-based financial assistance through our Piano Key Club scholarship program to ensure accessibility for all families.
What recording equipment do you use?
Our Black Box Theater features a Steinway 9-ft Concert Grand Piano and professional-grade audio/video production equipment for high-quality recordings.
Are dance programs available for advanced students?
Yes, our T.O.P. Awards summer program offers advanced training and competition opportunities for experienced dancers.
How can veterans participate in your programs?
Operation Gig provides specialized music programs for US military veterans through our community outreach initiatives.
What makes your facility unique?
Our Irvine Great Park campus will feature 85,000 sq. ft. of purpose-built space with Steinway pianos and state-of-the-art recording technology.
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