Pittsburgh's Premier Music Academy

Why M&M Music is Pittsburgh's best place for families and students of all ages to learn music

At M&M Music, we’re dedicated to fostering a love of music at every age and skill level. Our academy offers a diverse range of lessons, including piano, voice, guitar, bass, ukulele, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, violin, and accordion, with expert instructors ready to guide you on your musical journey.

Our Children's Music Academy group classes for ages 4-8 feature a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide a well-rounded musical education. Through engaging lessons in piano, music theory, ear training, and more, we ensure that young learners receive a rich and meaningful introduction to music.

Discover the joy of music with us and embark on a journey of exploration, learning, and growth!

We are owned and operated by two well-trained and experienced musicians

Martina Caruso and Michael Bernabe have both studied and performed with some of the greatest musicians in our area and beyond; spanning the genres of classical, theater, jazz, R&B, and even salsa.

We are the only music school in Pittsburgh to offer a comprehensive curriculum that maximizes the ability for a young child to learn music like they do a language

M&M Music is also home of the Children’s Music Academy of Greater Pittsburgh, which utilizes a proven holistic curriculum that gives young children the opportunity to internalize music at the most crucial stage of their development. This curriculum also focuses on the importance of parents being there every step of the way.

We are housed in a colorful and charming studio space that both parents and children will feel warm and welcome in

We have two classrooms dedicated to teaching our Children’s Music Academy curriculum, as well as three large lesson rooms that are equipped with a grand piano, guitars, amplifiers, drums and more!

Our studio is conveniently located in the heart of the South Hills

We are located right next to the South Hills Village Mall, off of Fort Couch Road, a major hub for the area! At this location, we are centered between and easily accessible to the school districts of Bethel Park, Upper St. Clair, Peters Township, Mount Lebanon and beyond!

We build our lessons around YOU!

No matter what your age and prior experience are, we cater our lessons to your needs/desires: be it audition prep, building your musical repertoire, refining your technique, or simply for the fun of making music!

Meet the Directors

The ability to play an instrument or sing beautifully offers a lifetime of benefits. Music education also fosters a student’s personal, social, and academic development. M&M Music of Pittsburgh is owned and operated by two professional musicians who have spent most of their lives as performers and educators, and they have always seen the value in giving back and sharing their knowledge and love of music with others. We have made substantial investments in our academy to provide an uplifting and charming environment that will welcome all ages and families to share in the joy of music.
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If you’ve been told you are tone deaf or uncoordinated, we’re here to inform you that everyone can improve their musical skills. As musicians, composers, and educators in a variety of settings, we’ve witnessed students transform their lives in ways they never imagined possible. We make it our mission to help our students explore and develop their talents, wherever their curiosity and interests lead them.

Michael Bernabe & Martina Caruso
Founders and Co-owners
M&M Music of Pittsburgh