Providing Music Education to Students & Families on Oahu, Hawaii Since 1970
STUDENTS OF ALL AGES (KIDS, ADULTS, SENIORS)
Rochelle Blue, Parent
I would highly recommend anyone who looking for lessons to give Chuck James Music Studio a chance. They are really committed to providing the best music lessons on the island!
Alexia Cramer, Student
Every week, I look forward to my lessons...I'd love to keep coming here and can't wait to learn so much with all these kind and considerate people.
Natalie Van Hooser, Parent
Best of all our son really enjoys learning from his music instructor... highly recommend Chuck James studios... to anyone thinking about getting their child into private lessons!
Misako Chopelas, Parent
Our daughter truly enjoys her violin lessons with Mr. Eric at Chuck James Music School (Waipahu location).
Even though practicing at home can sometimes be a challenge, we haven’t skipped a single day—and that’s a testament to how much she looks forward to her lessons.
We’re so happy that we have found such a wonderful teacher and someone she can truly look up to. Mr. Eric has been an incredible influence on her musical journey.
A special thank you as well to Sonia, the receptionist, for always helping accommodate our schedule so we can have the best possible lesson experience. We truly appreciate all the support and hard work from the team.
It’s truly a blessing to know Mr. Eric, the Violin teacher for our daughter.
Highly recommend!
Rosalina M. , Parent
I highly recommend Chuck James Music School. My daughter Nicole started learning guitar on her own, and as a mom, I wanted her to have the right support. We enrolled her there, and in just 9 months of learning guitar, her progress has been amazing.
Her teacher, Ms. Loukwha, is patient, skilled, and truly passionate about teaching. And Sonia, the manager, is always helpful and great with communication.
If you’re looking for a place where your child can grow in music, this school is definitely worth it. 🎸✨
Allison S., Parent
A safe place to our kids. All the teachers are like family. Sonia, at the front is a jack of all trades. Knows her job well and does a good job. Anytime you call or email her she would get right back to you with an answer to your question. Always tries to help families with class schedules as convenient as possible. My kids enjoy CJMS. Thank you to all the staff for the blessing you are to the kids and families that come your way.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Chuck James (Owner/Founds of Chuck James Music School)
We make it our top priority to teach material that you want to learn, and lessons necessary to develop your skills on your instrument of choice.
We do this so that music is rewarding for students of all ages and levels.
CJMS is here to provide an atmosphere where music is enjoyed!
We want to inspire our students to reach a natural potential, and to find the music that makes them happy and to inspire others.
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TOUR OUR SCHOOLS
with Chuck James
Waipahu
Stadium Mall
HONOLULU
Strong Fundamentals
At Chuck James Music School our goal is to train students using a preferred curriculum, which allows students the ability to adapt to any musical situation that they may become involved with. We believe that teaching the fundamentals of music is extremely important for the proper development and enhancement of a person's musical ability.
Making Music Fun
Our goal is to make music education fun and exhilarating for our students, while still providing a structured learning approach that's necessary to achieve tangible results and help our students realize their musical dreams!
BEST TEACHERS FOR EVERY AGE
Our instructors are highly-skilled musicians, most having graduated from credible music schools, and also have extensive performance credentials. More importantly, our teachers strive to adapt their lessons to fit with each individual student's needs — from beginning to advanced. Our students currently range from 5 years old to students in their 70s.
Nellie Miller, Student
My instructor has more tolerance and patience with me than I have with myself. I have learned so much Chuck James School as it is of a great value to the community!
Wayne Okimoto, Student
I am I senior and retired. I have taken drum lessons from Chuck James to keep an active mind. The lessons are stimulating and the instructors are very helpful.
Casey Menor, Student
I was an adult advanced pianist who has not been playing for a few years... I felt welcomed... I look at the staff there as part of my Ohana!
Hear it from our Adult Students
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We have 4 locations to help you make the commute to lessons as easy as possible.
Our Waipahu location is right off of Farrington Hwy in the heart of Waipahu at Westgate Plaza. It is a very safe area surrounded by Dance and Martial Art studios.
Our Stadium Mall location is directly across the street from the Aloha Stadium, next door to the Ice Palace. It’s a great location, which is safe for children and surrounded by well-known places to eat and relax such as Jamba Juice, Pizza Hut, Jack in the Box, Taco Bell, and many other restaurant choices.
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Our Honolulu location is in the Heart of Kaimuki on the corner of Waialae and 12th avenue, directly behind "Talk". This is an amazing location, with several Yoga studios nearby, Martial Arts Schools, restaurants, cafes, and anything else the heart desires. Extremely kid friendly area with two very large coin operated parking lots on either side of 12th avenue.
Stadium Mall 808-488-1101
Waipahu 808-678-3763
Honolulu 808-762-0000
