Gilbert Studios Music of Lemon Grove

Gilbert Studios Music is a music school in Lemon Grove, CA, offering personalized music lessons for children and adults of all ages. Located at 8697 La Mesa Blvd Ste C #239, the studio provides in-person instruction in a home-based setting in La Mesa, with weekly 30-minute sessions tailored to each student’s skill level and learning pace. Lessons are available in piano, flute, guitar, violin, voice, and music theory, with additional services including live DJ and emcee entertainment and live musicians for events. The school also offers virtual instruction via Zoom for students across the United States. With over 28 years of teaching experience, the principal instructor, Emily, has been guiding students since 1995, emphasizing fun, patience, and individualized learning. The studio serves students throughout La Mesa, San Diego, and surrounding areas. Known for exceptional student and parent feedback, Gilbert Studios Music holds a 5.00 rating based on reviews highlighting transformative learning experiences and personalized teaching.

Emily and CJ Gilbert, the founding teachers, are lifelong musicians with deep roots in music education and performance. Emily began studying the flute in grade school, taught children’s choir in high school, and performed with the Azusa Pacific University Choir & Orchestra. CJ has studied piano since childhood, expanded to guitar in middle school, and developed expertise in drums and percussion. Together, they have performed at weddings, church services, theater productions, and community events. Their children, Caden and Kenna, continue the family’s musical legacy, Caden is pursuing a guitar and music major at Grossmont College, while Kenna has been studying violin since age eight. The studio’s teaching philosophy centers on nurturing confidence, adapting to individual needs, and making music accessible and enjoyable for every student, regardless of age or experience.

The studio maintains a strong local presence with consistent information across platforms and a reputation for delivering personalized instruction that fosters lasting musical growth. Its focus on student-centered learning and real-world performance experience sets it apart within Lemon Grove’s music education community.