a place where creativity meets excellence.
Our award-winning founder and Creative Director, Nuné Arsenyan, has a Conservatory master’s degree in piano performance and pedagogy, and has proudly taught piano to over 150 children from all around the world. Living in Midtown East, the most demanding, fast-paced, and ever-evolving area of Manhattan, Above the Notes was born from a dream to create a space where all forms of art can come together under one roof . Our founder and Creative Director, Nuné Arsenyan, envisioned an academy where students could receive high-quality education in music, visual arts, dance, and drama, all while fostering a collaborative and creative community.
Above The Notes is the manifestation of her mission to open a Music & Collaborative Arts Academy that focuses on helping students discover their own individual talents, develop technical excellence and have access to multiple creative disciplines that would encourage lifelong appreciation, learning, and growth in the arts.
A Mom’s Insight
As a mother raising two kids in Manhattan, Nuné knows how vital it is for city parents to find a safe enriching place for their children. At Above The Notes, we offer access to a variety of artistic pursuits—all under one roof, with trusted and experienced instructors who make learning engaging, inspiring and most of all…fun!
A Place Where Creativity Meets Excellence
At Above The Notes, music and art aren’t just for a select few. We believe that every child deserves the chance to explore their creativity. Our promise is to nurture the artistic talents of young minds and provide a vibrant, supportive environment for students to explore and excel in various forms of art.
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We have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of music in the educational development and well-being of children with unique needs. To tailor the best curriculum for these students, our approach includes providing access to our certified therapists who will conduct various workshops and events. An expertise of our Holistic Therapist will reinforce our teaching methods and contribute to greater success of our students.
Creating Confidant Performers & Above Average Accolades
Beyond our passion for teaching music and performing arts, our team is also dedicated to helping students work towards competitive music tests (NYSSMA & ABRSM), enter music competitions, give confident performances (students have played at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall and Steinway Hall), and even apply for specialized schools. We also know how important it is to build well-rounded resumes for college or high-school applications, and so we’ll work with parents and students to make sure their resumes truly sing.
Ready to see talent soar?
Whether fine-tuning existing skills or exploring a new creative endeavor, Nuné and her team is excited to guide you and your kids, every step of the way.
Don’t miss a beat, explore our classes today!
Dedication to Teaching
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We believe that every child deserves the chance to explore their creativity in a nurturing environment
Partners
We are proud to be educational partners with Steinway & Sons