Join Sforzando School of Music — a premier institution dedicated to nurturing musical talent with dynamic energy and expressive mastery.
Sforzando School of Music was founded with a singular conviction — that music transforms lives. In musical notation, sforzando (sfz) commands a sudden, passionate accent. We bring that exact vitality to every lesson, guiding thousands of students from their very first note to standing ovations on professional stages.
Our holistic approach combines technical mastery with creative expression, ensuring every student finds their unique musical voice in a warm, supportive environment.
Internationally recognized programs from beginner to advanced level.
Learn from professionally trained and performance-experienced teachers.
Private, group, and online lessons tailored to your lifestyle and goals.
From classical to contemporary, we offer expertly crafted programs across every major instrument and style.
Master classical technique and modern styles. From Beethoven to jazz and pop — develop a lifelong love for the piano.
Acoustic, electric, or classical — learn chords, strumming, fingerpicking, and soloing with our passionate guitar teachers.
Develop bowing technique, tone production, and musicality. From first positions to advanced concertos.
Find your authentic singing voice. Learn breath control, pitch, range expansion, and performance technique.
Build rhythm, coordination, and groove. Cover rock, jazz, latin, and world percussion styles.
Create professional tracks using industry-standard DAWs. Mixing, mastering, sound design, and arrangement.
Our teachers are accomplished performers and educators dedicated to unlocking your full potential.
⭐ Guitar & Bass Teacher
15+ years performing across Europe and North America. Former lead guitarist of the award-winning trio Resonance. James brings energy, expertise, and genuine passion to every lesson.
⭐ Piano & Music Theory
Doctor of Musical Arts from the Royal Conservatory. Concert pianist and pedagogue with a gift for making complex theory feel intuitive and joy-inspiring for students of all ages.
⭐ Violin & Chamber Music
First-chair violinist and chamber music specialist. Graduate of the Juilliard School. Alyssa inspires through her meticulous technique and infectious love for orchestral music.
"Joining Sforzando was the best decision I ever made. After just 6 months with Dr. Marchetti, I performed my first Chopin nocturne at the winter recital. Absolutely magical!"
"James is an incredible teacher. He breaks everything down so clearly. I went from knowing zero chords to playing full songs in just 3 months. Highly recommend Sforzando!"
"My daughter started violin lessons at age 7. Alyssa has the most incredible patience and skill in teaching children. She genuinely loves what she does, and it shows!"
"The music production course completely changed my career path. I now work professionally producing tracks for indie artists. The quality of teaching here is unmatched."
"The atmosphere at Sforzando is unlike any music school I've been to. Everyone is so supportive and encouraging. I look forward to my lessons every single week!"
"Joining Sforzando was the best decision I ever made. After just 6 months with Dr. Marchetti, I performed my first Chopin nocturne at the winter recital. Absolutely magical!"
"James is an incredible teacher. He breaks everything down so clearly. I went from knowing zero chords to playing full songs in just 3 months. Highly recommend Sforzando!"
"My daughter started violin lessons at age 7. Alyssa has the most incredible patience and skill in teaching children. She genuinely loves what she does, and it shows!"
"The music production course completely changed my career path. I now work professionally producing tracks for indie artists. The quality of teaching here is unmatched."
"The atmosphere at Sforzando is unlike any music school I've been to. Everyone is so supportive and encouraging. I look forward to my lessons every single week!"
Experience live music, masterclasses, and celebrations. All events are open to students, families, and music lovers.
Grand Hall, Sforzando School of Music · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Studio A, Sforzando School of Music · 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
All Studios, Sforzando School of Music · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
City Concert Hall · 7:30 PM
Ready to begin? Fill out the form to enroll, book a free trial lesson, or simply ask us anything. We'd love to hear from you.
Visit Us
247 Melody Lane, Sforzando Arts District, NY 10001
Call Us
+1 (800) 467-2697
Email Us
hello@sforzandomusic.com
Hours
Mon – Sat: 9 AM – 8 PM | Sun: 10 AM – 5 PM