Belle Arti Center for The Arts L.L.C

Belle Arti is a wonderful music school in Forest Hills, Queens. The environment is encouraging and nurturing. My daughter began attending Belle Arti when she was 3. She had a great experience with Musical Aurora, which introduces young children to music. At 5, she began taking piano lessons and at 8 she began taking voice lessons. She also takes music composition and is in the jazz band. All of these lessons and activities at Belle Arti have greatly enriched her life. The teachers are the best; they are professional, caring and have taught my daughter so much. My daughter is now 17 and I can honestly say that Belle Arti has been her second home over all these years; she has benefited so much from this school as a musician and as a person.

My two boys have been attending Belle Arti Center for the Arts in Forest Hills Queens for piano and violin lessons for over three and half years. We couldn't be happier with the experience. The environment is warm, welcoming, and supportive. The teachers are fantastic — not only talented musicians, but also incredibly patient and kind. What really stands out is how they tailor their teaching to each child’s learning style. Both of my boys are learning piano under the guidance of Mr. Massimiliano Facchini, and they have very different learning styles. Mr. Massimiliano picked that up right away and adjusted his teaching styles to help both boys flourish. We've been so impressed with Mr. Massimiliano's teaching and the progress boys have made in merely few years under his guidance. One of my boys is also learning violin under the guidance of Ms. Rachel Varga, another wonderful teacher who allows her students to be ambitious and challenges them to be their best. It's amazing to see how quickly my boy is picking up violin as his second instrument given the strong foundation he has built from learning piano. Another thing I really appreciate is how well-organized the school is. Claudette Munne always makes herself available to families on any questions and guidance they may need. There’s an exam every May, which helps track progress, and two recitals each year that give students the chance to perform and build confidence. It’s a great balance of structure and creativity. We have found that learning music helps our boys with building stamina, discipline, and confidence. If you’re looking for a music school that combines structure, encouragement, and a genuinely caring team, we would highly recommend Belle Arti Center for the Arts, which we consider the best music school in Queens.

Belle Arti is fantastic for my family. They truly care about the match between child and instructor first and then the love of music and the practicing for progress begins. My kids have been going there since they were so little - they are an extension of our family. Thank goodness for this village!

Belle Arti is truly the place to go to immerse yourself in music and grow as a musician. I began taking lessons there as a child, and it has been an incredible experience from the very start. The school offers outstanding instruction across all instrumental fields (I had the best time learning piano, guitar, songwriting, and music theory). The teachers are not only incredibly talented but also passionate and genuinely invested in their students. They take the time to understand each student’s goals and help them grow both technically and creatively. The directors, Massimiliano Facchini and Claudette Munné, are especially wonderful - they create such a warm, welcoming environment and truly treat their students like family. The biannual recitals are always a highlight. They give students the chance to perform in a supportive yet professional setting, which builds confidence and stage presence in such a meaningful way. It’s so special to see everyone’s hard work come together, and the sense of community in the school is amazing. Belle Arti is a place where you grow, feel supported, and become part of something bigger. I would recommend this music school to everyone!

I have been a student at Belle Arti for almost thirteen years, starting Musical Aurora group lessons at the age of five and continuing with piano lessons until present day (18 years old). I can say with confidence that any child is in very good hands at Belle Arti. Musical Aurora was an excellent foundation that was fun, engaging, and a platform for kids to further excel in musical understanding. My experiences with piano lessons from Massimiliano and Claudette have been nothing short of amazing. The teachers are not only wise and musically talented, but they are friendly and create an exciting environment for kids. If you want yourself or your family to master musical performance, there is no better school to attend than Belle Arti!