iSchool of Music & Art

What iSchool of Music & Art does

iSchool of Music & Art is a privately-held, single-location music and art education school operating from 14A Cold Spring Road in Syosset, New York. Founded in 2013 by Yi Qian and Ken Benshish, the school delivers in-person instruction across more than 16 instruments (piano, voice, guitar, bass, ukulele, drums, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, saxophone, clarinet, trumpet, and others), visual arts programs spanning age-specific tracks from Petite Picassos through Maturing Matisses, ensemble programs (Glee Club, iBand, Gig Academy summer camps), and an international travel program (Musiktage am Rhein) in partnership with German institutions. Core technology is primarily a teaching delivery platform combining on-site instruction with industry-standard digital art tools (Photoshop, Clip Studio, Premier) and a website questionnaire that supports student-to-program matching.

The school's revenue model is built on recurring monthly subscriptions for private lessons and term-based enrollments (6-week or 9-week sessions) for group classes. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; prospective students are directed to call (516) 802-5885 or submit an inquiry form. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, leveraging a physical storefront on Long Island, a social media presence (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube), website-driven lead capture, and word-of-mouth generated by student performances at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall, Kaufman Center, and Tilles Center. The business serves a primary segment of children and youth ages 3-17, with secondary segments including serious young musicians pursuing college auditions, adult visual arts learners, and summer program participants.

Differentiators include exclusive status as the only ABRSM exam center on Long Island, NYSSMA membership since 2005, faculty credentials drawn from Juilliard, Manhattan School of Music, Berklee, Seoul Philharmonic, and Broadway, and experiential programming such as the Musiktage am Rhein festival and partnerships with the Mainzer Virtuosi Orchestra and Children's Orchestra Society. The company is founder-owned and bootstrapped with 1-10 employees and no disclosed external investment, operating from a single physical site serving the Long Island and greater New York City area.

Name

iSchool of Music & Art

Legal name

iSchool of Music & Art

Website

https://ischoolmusicart.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

iSchool of Music & Art is a privately-held, single-location music and art education school in Syosset, NY, serving children, youth, and adults on Long Island with private lessons, group classes, ensembles, visual arts programs, and an annual international travel program to Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Music and Arts Education

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (61161), Fine Arts Schools (611610)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Music Instruction (Instrumental & Vocal) (EDAMAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Music Schools & Conservatory Prep (Pre-College) (EDAMANAE), Early Childhood Music Education (Ages 0–7) (EDAMANAD), Group Music Classes & Ensembles (Band, Orchestra, Choir) (EDAMANAC), Performance Coaching & Competition Preparation (Auditions, Recitals) (EDAMANAL)

Keywords

• Music education services
• Visual arts instruction
• Private music lessons
• Ensemble band programs
• Music exam preparation

Headquarters

HQ city

Syosset

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Private Music Lessons: One-on-one instruction in voice, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, drums, violin, viola, cello, flute, saxophone, clarinet, trumpet and more. Lessons are customized to student goals and matched with appropriate teachers.
2. Group Classes: Classes including iPaint iPlay for ages 3-5, Happily Ever After Singers for ages 6-10, ABRSM preparation courses, and music theory instruction. Typically structured as 6-week or 9-week sessions.
3. Visual Arts Programs: Art instruction across multiple age groups: Petite Picassos (ages 5-7), Developing DaVincis (ages 8-10), Maturing Matisses (ages 11-13), and adult workshops. Includes Classical & Contemporary Painting and Digital Art classes.
4. Band Programs (iBand and Gig Academy): Ensemble-based band programs where students perform together. Gig Academy runs as week-long band camps during summer and school vacations. Students perform at venues in Long Island and NYC.
5. International Travel Programs: Musiktage am Rhein program in Germany - a three-week international music program including accommodations, meals, rehearsals, master classes, performances, and cultural activities.
6. Young Artist Program: Specialized program for dedicated musicians pursuing music careers or preparing for college auditions. Includes personalized curriculum, progress monitoring, and performance opportunities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

iSchool of Music & Art is a music and art education school providing private one-on-one lessons across 16+ instruments, group classes, ensemble/band programs, and visual arts instruction for students of all ages. The school operates from a single Syosset, NY location, with additional offerings including the Musiktage am Rhein international music travel program to Germany, the Fortune Star Band community ensemble, and ABRSM/NYSSMA exam preparation.

Product overview

iSchool of Music & Art is a comprehensive music and arts education school offering a multi-tiered program portfolio. The core offerings include Private Lessons (one-on-one instruction across 16+ instruments) and Group Classes (including iPaint iPlay for young children and ABRSM exam prep). The Visual Arts program spans age-specific tracks from Petite Picasso's through Maturing Matisse's, plus Digital Art and Classical & Contemporary Painting. Ensemble programs include Glee Club, iBand (ages 7-17), and Gig Academy summer camps. Specialized tracks include the Young Artist Program for career-oriented students, NYSSMA Preparation, and ABRSM Exams (the only ABRSM center on Long Island). The school also operates Music Explorer (instrument discovery for ages 5-7) and New Musician Evaluation services. Unique offerings include the Musiktage am Rhein international travel program and the Fortune Star Band community ensemble. All programs emphasize matching students with ideal instructors based on personality, goals, and ability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Private Lessons One-on-one personalized music instruction across voice, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, drums, violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, saxophone, clarinet, trumpet and other instruments. Students receive tailored curriculum matching their personality, interests, and skill level.
• Group Classes Interactive group music and art sessions including iPaint iPlay for ages 3-5 combining 30 minutes of music and art, ABRSM exam preparation, and Happily Ever After Singers for ages 6-10. Classes are typically structured as 6-week or 9-week sessions.
• Ensembles & Bands Group performance programs including Glee Club for musical theater, iBand for ages 7-17 (rock, jazz, pop, classical ensembles), and Gig Academy summer band camps. Performances at venues across Long Island and NYC.
• Visual Arts Programs Age-appropriate art education programs: Petite Picasso's (ages 5-7), Developing DaVinci's (ages 8-10), Maturing Matisse's (ages 11-13), Classical & Contemporary Painting (ages 10+), and Digital Art (ages 8+).
• Adult Workshops Summer art sessions and workshops for adults and children including Petite Picassos (ages 5-7) and Developing DaVincis (ages 8-10) with class times specified.
• Young Artist Program Specialized program for dedicated musicians pursuing music careers or preparing for college auditions, featuring personalized curriculum, progress monitoring, and performance opportunities.
• NYSSMA Preparation New York State School Music Association exam preparation including private lessons, master classes, mock auditions, and coaching on scales, sight reading, and solo performance.
• ABRSM Exam Courses Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music exam preparation courses offered at the only ABRSM center on Long Island, including repertoire, ear training, and music theory.
• Music Explorer Introductory program for children ages 5-7 to experience different instruments including piano, drums, and ukulele while learning basics of rhythm, pitch, and written music.
• New Musician Evaluation Assessment service matching students with their ideal instrument based on learning style, personality, motor skills, and musical preferences for long-term success.
• Musiktage am Rhein International music travel program for ages 10-17 featuring three-week summer sessions including local rehearsals at Syosset and participation in the annual music festival in Germany with master classes, ensembles, and performances at historic venues. Partnership with Landesmusikakademie Rheinland-Pfalz at Schloss Engers Castle.
• Fortune Star Band Volunteer symphonic rock ensemble created in partnership with UCODA, bringing together vocalists, strings, winds, guitars, and percussion for community outreach performances serving underprivileged communities.
• Mozart's Monster Escape Room Musically themed escape room experience designed and built at iSchool of Music & Art as a unique educational entertainment offering.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Landesmusikakademie Rheinland-Pfalz (LMAK)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Musiktage am Rhein partnership with LMAK at Schloss Engers Castle in Germany. iSchool students participate in an annual international music festival including rehearsals, master classes, performances, and cultural activities. The program offers three levels (Junior 1, Junior 2, Junior+) for students ages 10-17, with ensemble placements based on audition results.
• UCODA (United Community Oriented Development Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to present The Fortune Star Band, a volunteer symphonic rock ensemble serving underprivileged communities through music. UCODA and iSchool collaborate on this community outreach initiative.
• Children's Orchestra SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation with The Children's Orchestra Society for the Musiktage am Rhein international program.
• Mainzer Virtuosi OrchestracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional orchestra partner for Musiktage am Rhein program. Students can compete for the opportunity to perform as soloists with the orchestra at the closing concert. The Voices of Victory symphonic rock ensemble pairs students with seasoned professionals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bach to Rock: Franchised music school providing private lessons, group classes, and ensemble performances for students of all ages. Directly comparable to iSchool's private-lesson-plus-band-program structure.
• Kaufman Music Center: NYC-based music education institution offering private lessons, ensembles, and performance programs for children and adults. Comparable as both competitor for serious students and venue partner where iSchool students perform.
• Children's Orchestra Society: Long Island-based youth orchestra and music education program partnered with iSchool. Offers comparable ensemble training and performance opportunities for young musicians in the same market.
• Juilliard Pre-College Division: Pre-college classical music program for advanced young musicians, including private instruction, theory, and performance. Competes for iSchool's serious Young Artist Program segment pursuing college auditions.
• School of Rock: National franchised music school offering private lessons, group classes, and performance-based band programs for kids and adults. Highly comparable to iSchool's ensemble/lesson model with the addition of scaled multi-site operations.

Regional players

• Long Island Music Teachers Association: Regional network of independent music instructors on Long Island offering private lessons and recital opportunities. Competes with iSchool for the same Long Island family demographic.

Others

• NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association): Statewide music education organization of which iSchool is a member since 2005. Provides the NYSSMA exam framework around which iSchool's prep program is built.
• Mainzer Virtuosi: German professional orchestra that partners with iSchool for the Musiktage am Rhein program. Functions as a performing-arts partner enabling iSchool's international travel offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Music & Arts: Nation's largest musical instrument retailer offering in-store private lessons alongside instrument sales. Competes with iSchool in private instruction while also serving as a complementary retail channel.

Emerging players

• TakeLessons: Online marketplace connecting students with private music and art instructors for in-person and virtual lessons. Comparable private-lesson marketplace model with broader geographic reach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/iSchoolMusicNY
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCBHwJmWxVtvRfqTJvcD46ig
• Facebookfacebook.com/iSchoolMusicArt
• Instagraminstagram.com/ischoolmusicart
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ischool-of-music-and-art-llc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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