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All Ages Play Music Their Way at The Octave School of Music

The Octave specializes in one-on-one lessons for students to discover their love of music + Zumbini!

By Lauren Ungar, Assistant Publisher, New Orleans Macaroni KID March 26, 2024

Join the Octave Family

My kids have been seeing Jay Broussard at The Octave now for 5 years, and they love every minute! Besides the fact that The Octave School of Music is a Macaroni KID New Orleans advertiser, I can honestly recommend them to anyone looking for music classes for their children. The Octave School of Music provides fun interactive lessons by teaching to your learning style and interests - teaching the student, not the book.

Piano – Voice – Violin – Drums – Guitar – Ukulele and More!

Now offering Violin!

Call 504-218-4167 to book a lesson with Mr. Michael Sze!

Book a tour today

Join the 2024 Spring Zumbini™ Class where the science of child development meets the magic of Zumba®! Designed for children 0 to 4 years old and their caregivers, the Zumbini™ program takes little ones on their first steps toward an active, musical life.

Spring Session (Click here to register)

Tuesdays 11 am to 11:40 am

Class Dates 
Apr 16 to May 21, 2024

Theme 
Hili and the Dance

Instructor 
Jay Broussard

First Things First – Music Lessons

Private Lessons. It’s what the Octave does. You’ll learn the way you like to learn. Their well-trained and experienced staff is ready to give you the lessons you’ve been looking for. All lessons are one-on-one so there’s no peer pressure getting in the way. Just relax and enjoy it! That's my daughter on the drums!

The Hard Part – Music Theory

Theory is the language of music. It’s one of the many tools musicians use to communicate, and it can be a roadmap to greatness. Just let your instructor know whether you want a little or a lot, and they'll help you reach your goals.

The Fun Part – Performing

Finally. You finally get to show people what you’ve learned. They offer two recitals a year free of charge to you to showcase your talents, or watch your children play. Be sure to keep an eye open for other opportunities! There's my son singing his heart out!

About Jay Broussard, Director of The Octave School of Music

Jay graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in May of 2014 with a Bachelor of Music Degree from the College of the Arts.  He has been a private music instructor since 2012 helping hundreds of students reach their goals. Jay was also in numerous musical theater performances in college such as Death Takes a Holiday, Gran Pre, and The Mikado. He currently gigs with “That 90’s Show” and is a singer/songwriter.