--- title: "Real Stories: Why Students & Parents Choose 88 The Piano Academy" description: "Read genuine stories from parents and students about their musical growth at 88 The Piano Academy. From NCPA recitals to toddler music classes, see why our community trusts us for Western music training in Mumbai." canonical: https://mytribe.in/88thepianoacademy/music-performing-arts-classes/hear-from-our-community-parent-partner-voices last_updated: 2026-02-15 --- # What Our Community Says About Their Musical Journey Tribe Verified · Proud performers at NCPA Mumbai stages By [88 - The Piano Academy](https://mytribe.in/88thepianoacademy) · Online classes and at studio in Tardeo, Mumbai · ₹3,200 Per Month (4 Sessions) (estimate) Part of [Music & Performing Arts Classes](https://mytribe.in/88thepianoacademy/music-performing-arts-classes). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/88thepianoacademy/music-performing-arts-classes/gallery) Seeing our students shine on the NCPA stage is just one part of our story. Listen to the real experiences of parents, partners, and grandparents who have watched their loved ones grow in confidence and skill at our academy. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A student's mother shares her happiness with his progress after just 4-5 months of drum lessons. We love hearing that he is picking it up quickly and, most importantly, enjoying his time at the academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f44a9da-6e89-4a09-b90d-ca30081878ae) - [Video: The applause is loud, but the words from our parents are louder. After our 'Joie De Vivre' recital, parents shared their pride in seeing their children grow in confidence and musicality on the NCPA stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8771296d-3310-4839-8bf3-d38afde12c1e) - [Video: The Principal of Creative Kids Nursery shares her thoughts after attending our musical. She beautifully captures why introducing music at an early age is so important for developing skills in reading, math, and creative expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9d67597a-cea9-499c-95e5-f943f621bc7e) - [Video: The best cheerleaders are often the grandparents. We were so touched to hear from Aarvika's grandparents, who were filled with pride and excitement to see her perform on the NCPA stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95f69f4f-50d6-47f2-ba4a-8a2da5b0869f) - [Video: A parent shares his joy and amazement after watching our 'Sound of Emotions' musical. He was thrilled to see his own kids on stage and impressed by the diversity and complexity of the performances from all age groups.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ac911383-cad6-4936-889a-45362685d3fa) - [Video: Arjun's parents talk about his journey from piano to acting and singing in our 'Sound of Emotions' musical. They share how his passion for performing has grown and how he never wants to miss a rehearsal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13aae7d4-d407-4e87-9f55-b893a2d8d099) - [Video: Our founders, Shivani and Vivek, were honored to be invited as judges for the 'BD Idol' singing competition at B.D. Somani International School. It was an inspiring evening filled with incredible young talent.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2606bb8c-62ed-46e3-b551-8e134789d7aa) - [Video: A mother shares a glowing testimonial about her son's experience at our summer camp. She noticed a significant improvement in his speech and expressiveness in just four days, and he had a lot of fun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dee4c6f4-1d22-4471-852b-7d06ff5ecd19) - [Video: "The show was spectacular." Parents and audience members share their rave reviews after our 'Holiday in Harmony' musical. They were blown away by the talent of the students who were singing and playing their own instruments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/11662e80-6398-47bd-b693-6a5c7488a4ec) - [Video: A proud mother and sister share their joy watching their son and brother perform in 'Holiday in Harmony'. They talk about his journey from learning one instrument to becoming an all-rounder who plays drums, ukulele, guitar, and piano.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d2f643b-9a10-40d6-8cd1-e10b857c15cd) - [Video: "A Sunday morning well spent." A recap of audience reactions to our 'Holiday in Harmony' musical. Viewers were impressed by the talent, the platform we provide, and the enriching experience for the kids.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47df8b6e-1aa3-47df-bdb8-39d9f673ce8c) - ![A father's pride shines through as he talks about his son's performance. We celebrate the dads who support their children's musical journeys, from attending sound checks to cheering the loudest at every show.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e3b69cd-d03b-4037-a75e-100431b42dc6) - [Video: "Even though I have to listen to tantrums, at least they are very well vocalized and in sync." Parents share their honest and heartwarming feedback from our summer camp, highlighting everything from increased confidence to a newfound love for music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ca79b00-864a-4db8-98be-229ee428ad72) - [Video: A parent, Natasha Mehta, shares how her two daughters have flourished at the academy. She notes that the experience has brought out a different side of them, even inspiring her younger daughter to record a song in a studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6d3dac64-5d73-440d-b5f5-858907591ef1) - [Video: The proud father of twin performers shares his excitement before our 'Holiday in Harmony' musical. He talks about how much his seven year old daughters love the academy and have been practicing for days.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6a5d879e-ed8e-450e-bdba-390f400c4741) - [Video: Audience members, including some of our earliest supporters, share their amazing experience at 'Holiday in Harmony'. They praise the continuous improvement and professionalism of our shows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0bf4b382-c93c-4618-bf0b-d7ceb10882bc) - [Video: Politician and musician Milind Deora shares a proud parent moment after watching his daughter play a Queen song on the piano at our 'Holiday in Harmony' musical. He is thrilled to have another musician in the house.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/620ecd23-793c-4e9b-947b-073a61000472) - [Video: "It was a very special moment for us." Parents and audience members share their thoughts on 'Holiday in Harmony', praising the talent of the performers and the fantastic energy of the show.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/162ced62-7545-471d-88c3-9560c03ce947) - [Video: "The testament is the fact that my child wants to come to this class every week." Parents share their overwhelmingly positive feedback after our 'Introduction to Music' concert for 3 and 4 year olds.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ef31245-8f94-4845-8b26-eb9a5778bc52) - [Video: Mr. Ville from Finland International School shares his positive experience observing our music classes. He was impressed by how bravely our young students performed and conquered their fears.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e8879c7a-985c-43b7-b299-d0696a9eeb9f) - [Video: Ragini, a student of 6 years, and her mother share her incredible journey. Learning piano with us and passing her Grade 6 Trinity exams helped her build a strong college application and get into her dream school in L.A.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f6123a62-f0d3-4e48-a9c8-2856c4f82522) - [Video: A 23 year old economist shares her story of joining our academy to learn piano as an adult. She finds that her lessons are a great way to manage stress and take a break from her demanding job.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3469989b-d1bf-4d61-9107-8cf9e846f7df) - [Video: Parents and audience members share their excitement and pride at our 'Just Beat It!' musical. They love the platform we provide for kids to build confidence and showcase their hard work on a prestigious stage like the NCPA.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b9527edf-4c35-42ec-b90e-2ab3dff826df) - [Video: More rave reviews from parents and audience members at our 'Just Beat It!' musical. They praise the talent of the students and the dedication of the teachers who guide them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50532c79-90ab-4d00-a7b1-92f466534b98) - [Video: Parents and partners share their thoughts on our 'Just Beat It!' musical. They were impressed by the unconventional take on music and the incredible confidence and energy of the young performers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e647176e-83dc-4bdb-bf34-1ff16e6e0fd3) - [Video: Parents and partners, including our sponsors, share their glowing reviews of 'Just Beat It!'. They praise the hard work of the students and teachers and the amazing platform we provide for young talent.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/70d98d76-867f-4e4c-b689-2ed87bd1dbfb) - ![Mr. Navroz Billimoria, the principal of B.D. Somani International School, shares his support for our students at the 'Just BEAT It!' musical. He embodies a commitment to fostering talent and creativity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f67eb7b1-b5e9-4755-bd87-40b191642f6a) - [Video: Mr. Navroz Billimoria, principal of B.D. Somani school, speaks at our 'Just BEAT It!' musical. He praises the work we do and shares how the performances took him back to his own theatre experiences.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/480cdb2f-5462-4acb-b891-2542080bcec2) ## About Hear From Our Community: Parent & Partner Voices Most parents come to us initially just for piano or drum lessons, but they stay because they see a shift in their child's daily confidence that goes far beyond just learning an instrument. Whether it is a toddler finding their voice or a teenager conquering stage fright at the NCPA, these stories highlight how our mix of technical training and performance based learning actually plays out in the real world. When you see parents getting emotional after an NCPA recital, it is rarely just because their child played a song well. It is because they saw a shy child, who perhaps struggled with speech or social anxiety, stand in front of a crowd and express themselves with clarity. This is the core of our educational philosophy. We use instruments like the piano, drums, and ukulele not just as tools, but as bridges to build character. For our toddlers, it is about sensory engagement. Parents from local preschools often tell us that our early music classes help children develop rhythm and verbal skills that spill over into their daily communication. For our older students and teens, the stage becomes a place to handle the pressure of live performance, with professional gear that prepares them for the real world. We are not just a music school, we are a community that thrives on the mix of discipline and 'Joie de Vivre' that we try to cultivate every single day. We encourage you to read through these reflections to understand the impact of our programs. Whether you are looking for vocal coaching, Western instrument training, or speech and drama workshops, our community feedback offers a transparent look at what you can expect when you join our studio in Tardeo. ## About 88 - The Piano Academy We are Shivani and Vivek, siblings who turned our childhood musical obsession into a space where students from 7 months to 75 years find their voice. Our goal is simple: to share the chaos and joy of music, whether it is on the big NCPA stage or in our intimate studio practice sessions. 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