The importance of music has been scientifically recognized. Research has determined that early exposure to classical music develops higher scholastic achievements. Learning and performing music at a young age creates not only a strong mental discipline, but also builds a great amount of self confidence much needed in our growing and competitive society today.

NCSM aspires to provide the highest caliber music education and uncompromised dedication to students. Our primary goal is to give our students with the essential elements necessary to excel on their instruments and to help them reach their fullest potentials.

Highlights and features

Strings, Voice, Woodwinds, Piano

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Glenn D. Naydan

Violin & Viola

Glenn Naydan – Born in New York and began his performing career at age 17 which he was the concert master of the Youth Orchestra and performing recitals regularly. He was also a member of the Paganini club performing strictly Paganini’s music.

Maria Setiawan-gore

Piano

It was during her studies at San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where she received her degrees in Piano Performance, that Maria Setiawan-Gore realized teaching was her true calling. Even after 18 years of teaching piano, children haven’t ceased to amaze her.

Aylisia Jusuf

Piano

Before she immigrated to the United States, Mrs. Aylisia Yusuf was quite a prominent figure in the classical music circle in Indonesia. Her incredible patience, coupled with her meticulous attention to technique and musicality, made her one of the most sought-after piano teachers.

Shay Salhov

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute & Piano

Born on September 2nd, 1977, in Hadera, Israel, Shay started to explore music by trying to imitate his sister’s piano playing, and making the sound of drums on pots and pans. After a number of years studying both piano and alto saxophone, he decided at the age of 16 to concentrate on the saxophone, improvisation and jazz music.

Richard & Lucia Quaife

Aug 10, 2022

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What we like about NCSM is the exceptional level of the faculty. This guarantees that every student’s needs can be met, from beginner to very high proficiency. We also like the emphasis on performance and technique, and the frequent recitals in a professional but warm and encouraging atmosphere

Shu-hui Chen

Aug 10, 2022

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I really appreciate the teacher’s energy put into his teaching. My son who is currently taking violin lesson feels the challenge to improve his skill constantly. The bondage between the teacher and my son is also a very important factor that stimulates my son’s interest in violin

Grace Siu & Christopher Hansen

Aug 10, 2022

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Our daughter, Ava Hansen, started piano lessons at NCSM last year and we are very pleased with her progress. Her teacher has a combination of kindness, patience, and discipline that makes a difference. Ava is learning both to play well and to enjoy performing. We are very glad we enrolled her at NCSM

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