“I came in months ago as a novice in guitar, but now I can confidently say I am intermediate, and I enjoy every day on the guitar. Thank you Dennis, and thank you, Brendan :D”

Dennis Frayne runs a professional, and in my opinion, highly scientifically validated method of running a musical school, or an institution in general for that matter, when it comes to teaching music to a general audience. His style and teachers, particularly Brendan who is my guitar instructor, have allowed me to unlock my musical potential. I came in months ago as a novice in guitar, but now I can confidently say I am intermediate, and I enjoy every day on the guitar. Thank you Dennis, and thank you, Brendan :D

— Jack W.

“Everything you wish to find in a school academy (or any place) you find it here! Dr. Dennis, Denny, Dani and the rest of the staff are extremely welcoming. You will see the difference here for the better. We are very satisfied with them!”

Everything you wish to find in a school academy (or any place) you find it here. Dr. Dennis, Denny, Dani, and the rest of the staff are extremely welcoming, they are patient and have a great approach towards kids which fosters a positive environment and allows the students to enjoy and learn their instrument all this while doing it in a playful/respectful way. If you have tried other places before and/or have attended "trial classes" in other places (like we did) you will see the difference here for the better. We are very satisfied with them.

— Antonio M.

“The progress I’ve seen from each of my children is absolutely invaluable. I would highly recommend Dennis as a music instructor for anyone…”

I would highly recommend Dennis as a music instructor for anyone interested in pursuing the rewarding experience of watching their child develop as a musician in a positive, enriching, and encouraging environment, individually tailored to each student’s specific needs. The progress I've seen from each of my children is absolutely invaluable.

— Aaron P.

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— Grace B.

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— S Frayne

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— Joan M.

“Both my children have come to enjoy playing piano and are excelling. It’s so neat to see how the music studio is growing - just a testament to the quality teaching that is provided!”

We’ve been with Dr. Dennis for several years now and cannot recommend him enough. Both my children have come to enjoy playing piano and are excelling. He tailors lessons to their personalities and interests. It’s so neat to see how the music studio is growing- just a testament to the quality teaching that is provided!

— JamesnAnnie M.

“Dennis is an awesome piano teacher. Highly recommend him!”

Dr. Dennis is an awesome piano teacher. He's been teaching my kids for over 5 years. I gave my high schooler the chance to quit piano this year so she could focus on the rigors of high school. She surprised me with the desire to continue piano lessons! I highly recommend him!

— Toral P.

“Dennis has been the best piano teacher we have had in the past 10 years! ❤️”

Dr. Dennis has a great innate ability to teach kids with calmness and yet the discipline that is required for children. He has been the best piano teacher we have had in the past 10 years! ❤️

— Toska Z.

“Highly recommended Music Studio - Dennis Frayne Music Studios”

I highly recommend the Laguna Niguel School Of Music, Dennis Frayne Music Studios.

— Minoo M.

“We were so thankful to find Dennis. We can’t thank him enough for that.”

We were so thankful to find Dennis. My son came from another studio not really wanting to play piano anymore. Dennis brought his love back for playing and learning. He found the encouragement that he needed to continue. We can’t thank him enough for that.

— Anna A.

“An amazing place to learn music.”

Amazing place for kids to learn music.

— Pandit K.

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— Sophie H.

“All the teachers have been wonderful, knowledgeable, and kind. Dr. Dennis has always been more than willing to accommodate what works best for our family. We’ve been very happy with our experience.”

We've only had our son there for a few months but so far we've been very happy with our experience. All the teachers have been wonderful, knowledgeable, and kind. We've already had to rearrange and restructure our schedule a few times and Dr. Dennis has always been more than willing to accommodate what works best for our family. Dennis is always prompt in getting back to me when I have questions, completely transparent, and is great at keeping us in the loop with what's going on with the school and all the awesome events the school is putting on. It has been exciting to my son's progress and I look forward to watching him continue to grow in his musicianship.

— Shepherd D.

“I am overjoyed to have discovered the Laguna Niguel School of Music.”

I am overjoyed to have discovered the Laguna Niguel School of Music. The owner and his staff went above and beyond to accommodate my daughter's piano lessons, even rearranging their entire schedule. We will certainly be returning in the summer for more piano lessons!

— Sallie S.

“Dr. Dennis is passionate and helps foster a love of music and playing. I would highly recommend his studio.”

My son has been taking piano lessons with Dr. Dennis since the beginning of this year. He has been loving it! Dr. Dennis is passionate about what he does and helps foster a love of music and playing. I would highly recommend his studio!

__ Lucy L.

“Our daughter has never played and is very shy in general, but Dr. Dennis and Mr. Denny really helped her feel at ease and helped her to come out of her shell. Every week, she looks forward to playing piano with Mr. Denny…”

Our daughter started piano almost 6 months ago now and she absolutely loves it! She never played and is very shy in general, but Dr. Dennis and Mr. Denny really made her feel comfortable and allowed her to come out of her shell. She gets very excited and looks forward to piano with Mr. Denny every week, worth it all!

The Studio has a nice atmosphere and soothing music playing outside. I can also sit outside and work remotely (has wifi) which is great!

— Nicole R.

“It was amazing! Thank you for being the difference.”

Thank you for letting me watch what you do! It was amazing. I would love for my daughter to have a teacher like you when the time comes. I was truly blown away by their confidence and willingness to share with trust. Not many kids can have a voice in the classroom or with adults. Thank you for being the difference. They're so excited!

— Theresa U.

“Dennis has a unique approach to each student regardless of experience level. It’s hard to find a teacher like him!”

Dennis has a unique approach to each student regardless of experience level. He’s not a one-size-fits-all teacher at all, it’s hard to find a teacher like him!

— Matt W.

“I’m really happy with the Laguna Niguel School of Music. The teachers have been so great with my kids, and the studio itself is also lovely. Really comfortable for kids and families. Highly recommended!”

I’m really happy with the Laguna Niguel School of Music. Both my kids, 5 and 7 years old go. My youngest does group lessons which he loves, and my 7-year-old does private lessons which he is really enjoying also. The teachers have been so great with my kids, accommodating their personalities and learning styles and making it a really positive experience for them. The studio itself is also lovely. Really comfortable for kids and families. Highly recommend.

— Erica C.

“My daughter started piano lessons with Ms. Liezl and she has enjoyed every class. ”

It has been almost 2 months since my daughter started piano lessons with Ms. Liezl and she has enjoyed every class. The school does a great job at building on the student's prior knowledge so at the end of each class, she always feels proud that she has accomplished learning something new and confident that she can independently practice what she has learned for the next class.

— Nexy KREGroup

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— Rochelle S.

“Dennis makes music fun for students!”

He is very knowledgeable and creative and does a great job reflecting on and adjusting his teaching to meet the needs of his students. Dennis is an extremely dedicated educator who thrives when working with students.

— Nicole A.

“We love Mr. Dennis!”

He is so good at fostering a love for music even though it can be so technical. Our kids have had so many opportunities to play in front of people and in different venues which has helped them to be comfortable performing on demand.

— Annie M.

“Dennis is very encouraging and patient.”

He also cares very much about his students being lifelong pianists so he makes sure that my son is enjoying what he is playing and regularly allows him to learn/play pieces he is interested in. In that same vein, Dennis is great at picking pieces that he knows my son will enjoy; my son will simultaneously be learning a Beethoven movement and a contemporary piece like Bohemian Rhapsody. We are very happy and grateful to have Dennis as our piano teacher!

— Bonnie L.

“Dennis has the skills, dedication, and personality to be one of those teachers that truly makes a difference.”

He provides motivation backed up by experience in music and theater, he works from a central core of kindness while challenging others to do their best, and he is organized, determined, and dedicated to his work.

— Carolyn B.

“Creative and Detailed”

Dennis’ creativity, preparation, and attention to detail positively set the stage for learning to occur. Dennis creates an atmosphere that motivates students to take risks and challenge themselves to advance. Dennis demonstrates the desire to see students succeed through his dedication, self-evaluation, and compassionate nature.

— Kim R.

“A Leader and a Teacher”

Dennis’ musicianship, teaching, and leadership skills have been central to the success of his music and performing arts students. He is popular with students, highly respected, and known to help students achieve their best.

— Rosemarie S.

“Dennis is a very patient and flexible music teacher.”

His theory and approach are well-thought-out and backed by years of personal, professional, and academic experience. I feel great knowing my child is being thoughtfully challenged to grow in an area that I believe benefits him in many ways and which I wouldn’t be able to provide myself.

— Rochelle S.

“Dennis is a great teacher!”

My son enjoys his lessons and understands music. Dennis is very encouraging and patient with my son. I’m glad that we found Dennis as my son’s piano teacher.

— Sylvia C.

“Serious and committed to his art and teaching.”

Dennis is eager to dispense with a wealth of good-natured humor in any situation. He is a fine musician and music educator and I offer my full endorsement of him.

— Jonathan T.

“Builds Relationships and Rapport”

I have been impressed with Dennis’ instructional instincts and his ability to make connections with his students. Dennis’ ability to form relationships and rapport with students is evident both in his teaching and in student performances. Dennis’ instruction has helped our students grow in their abilities and their confidence to perform on stage.

— Sarah O.

“One-on-One Attention”

Dennis provided much-needed one-on-one attention to children who were at risk for school failure. Dennis encouraged the youth he worked with to think about the future and make positive decisions. Dennis demonstrated a desire to serve the community, educate and inspire children, and open the doors to a brighter future for our youth. The feedback from his site director was phenomenal as Dennis displayed remarkable patience and understanding towards his mentees.

— Michelle O.

“Dennis is intelligent, articulate, and hard-working.”

He facilitates discussion by asking probing questions that stimulate the class intellectually. As opposed to furthering his own agenda, Dennis carefully considers the creative goals of students and gives the kind of feedback that will most support them to that end. Dennis is a consummate communicator and collaborator, has excellent active listening skills, and a genuine sense of human compassion that makes him an outstanding teacher. Both students and other faculty will benefit greatly from his remarkable presence.

— David V.

“Dennis recognizes what student needs to learn.”

He meets those identified needs in an individualized manner, using the best approach for the student to succeed. Dennis is an exceptional expert. He is endlessly kind, patient, and encouraging. Dennis is the absolute best! We are honored to be his students.

— Bill and Dorothy S.

“Successful Christmas programs, Spring concerts, and so much more!”

Dennis has done amazing things to make our music program more rigorous, including teaching music notation, sight singing, and performance skills. He has been responsible for a very successful Christmas program, Spring concert, choral festival, musical theater program, and handbell choir. As a result of Dennis’ hard work, his enthusiasm for music has increased at the school. Dennis is very hard-working, enthusiastic, and patient, he has responded well to parents, other faculty, administration, and students. He has consistently gone way beyond the call of duty to meet the needs of our students!

— Roisin M.

“I really enjoyed the Spring concert! Thanks for the great job you do with the students."

— Kevin D.

“Thank you, Mr. Frayne, for all the work you’ve put in with our kids. It is greatly appreciated!"

— Veronica P.

“You CAN teach an old dog new tricks!”

I am 79 years old. Have you heard that old saying? "You can't teach an old dogs new tricks." Well, Dennis taught me to play the guitar last year. Dennis knows his music. I consider it a privilege to have had Dennis as my teacher.

- Archie L.

“Rigorous, Professional, and Joyous Approach.”

Dennis proved to be an inspirational leader. His talents, intelligence, and superior work ethic afforded him the opportunity to participate in and initiate numerous valuable projects for his peers and the community we serve. He is held in high esteem by faculty and students. Dennis is inquisitive, innovative, challenging, and relentless in his pursuit of opportunities to expand his areas of expertise. I learned I could expect from Dennis a rigorous, professional, and joyous approach to the work. He is intelligent, resourceful, collaborative, a true leader, and patient. His love for the arts is apparent in every choice he made during his time here.

— Anne D.

“Any school would be fortunate to have him on staff.”

Dennis brought so much experience to the table with a background in both music and theater. He learned the ropes quickly and approached his music program in a very innovative way in order to allow for the best music experience for those who wished to participate. He came in with an approach that set higher expectations, and the students stepped up. His success is measured by the quality of the events, and they were all exceptional. He is able to identify the approach needed for individual students and is able to have them make strides with an understanding that brings them to another level of learning. We worked closely on all events, but especially on the High School musical. His perspective during auditions turned out to be exceptionally wise advice. He played most of the piano score for the show which was a gargantuan task. This was in addition to working with all soloists and the ensemble. This show is outside of his normal teaching duties, and he was so dedicated. I have worked with several music teachers here, but none was as diligent about the quality of the music program for the long-term benefit of the student’s musical education. Any school would be fortunate to have him on staff. I learned much from him by watching how he handled his program and how he handled our collaborative events.

— Gail B.

“An amazing human with an amazing gift!”

Simply the musician and educator you could be so lucky to find.

— Mike B.