J. Oscar School of Music

J. Oscar School of Music Experience Learning Creatively J. Oscar School of Music is a private teaching studio that focuses on the musical development of our students.

We also exist to enrich each student's life by building lasting relationships and having weekly interaction with incredible people as well as accomplished musicians. We are a Christian based business that knows the importance of a challenging and inspirational environment, and that they are key to learning.

โ˜€๏ธ Happy Labor Day! We are *CLOSED* today. Enjoy a relaxing holiday, and we look forward to seeing you tomorrow for LESS...
09/07/2026

โ˜€๏ธ Happy Labor Day! We are *CLOSED* today. Enjoy a relaxing holiday, and we look forward to seeing you tomorrow for LESSONS! ๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŽถ Meet Paris Thomas, our September STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽถ Paris is a 24-year-old piano stu...
09/03/2026

๐ŸŽถ Meet Paris Thomas, our September STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽถ

Paris is a 24-year-old piano student who has been taking lessons since she was about 10 years old and has been doing so consistently for a year now.

Her instructor, Mr. Jeromy, says, โ€œ Paris is a great student and enjoyable to teach. She takes her lessons seriously and works each week to put in practice time. She always comes in showing she has spent time working on her material. Itโ€™s rewarding to see her playing improve each month. She played for her church for the first time two weeks ago. Iโ€™m very proud of her progress and work ethic!โ€œ

๐ŸŽถHere's a little bit from her interview...๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŒŸ What's your favorite part about taking lessons at J. Oscar?
I am always inspired to practice after each lesson!

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your favorite thing about your instructor?
He is highly skilled at the piano!

๐ŸŒŸ What is the hardest thing you've learned so far?
Playing a song in all 12 keys

๐ŸŒŸ What song instantly makes you feel calm and relaxed when youโ€™re stressed?
โ€œSafe In His Armsโ€ - I like listening to songs that uplift me!

๐ŸŒŸ Favorite summer family tradition?
Celebrating the 4th of July and seeing fireworks!

๐ŸŒŸ What makes you smile?
Seeing babies laugh!

๐ŸŒŸ What qualities do you look for in a friend?
I look for someone who is wise, intelligent, humble, and honest.

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s one thing we donโ€™t know about you?
Iโ€™m left-handed.

๐ŸŒŸ What would constitute the โ€œperfectโ€ day for you?
Eating my favorite breakfast and spending time with my family on an island

๐ŸŒŸ What song would make the best theme music for your life?
โ€œA Great Workโ€ by Brian Courtney Wilson

๐ŸŒŸ Favorite musician or band that makes you say, โ€œI want to play like themโ€? Currently, my instructor!

๐ŸŒŸ Who is your most-listened-to artist on your last year-end music wrap-up?
Tamela Mann

๐ŸŒŸ What is the oldest song you know and love?
โ€œHis Eye Is on the Sparrowโ€ by Civilla D. Martin

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s the most challenging piece you have successfully learned to play so far?
โ€œTake Me Backโ€ by Andre Crouch

๐ŸŒŸ What genre of music do you enjoy playing most outside of your lesson assignments?
Gospel music and popular Christmas songs!

๐ŸŒŸ What strategies do you use when you hit a frustrating or difficult section in a piece? I work on one chord at a time, take breaks, and try to be kind to myself.

๐ŸŒŸWhat is your most-used emoji?
๐Ÿ˜‚

๐ŸŒŸ If you won $1 million dollars, what would you buy?
A plane ticket to Hawaii

๐ŸŒŸ What song always makes you want to get up and dance?
โ€œJoy Is Comingโ€ by Vic Lucas

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your favorite age to be so far?
Being 24 is my favorite age so far. I get to work a job that I love and buy whatever is within my budget.

๐ŸŒŸ If you had a time machine, what would you do?
I would travel back in time to experience Christmas as a kid again!

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your absolute dream job?
Iโ€™d love to be a part-time Pediatric Nurse Practitioner!

โœจCONGRATULATIONS, PARIS!!โœจ

We love celebrating *YOU* and watching you develop your musical talents at J. Oscar! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š

Keep up the great work, and continue to let your Light SHINE BRIGHT!!!๐Ÿคฉ

You're doing FANTASTIC!!! ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰

๐ŸŽถ Meet Diep Tran, our August STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽน ๐ŸŽถDiep is a thirteen-year-old piano stud...
08/05/2026

๐ŸŽถ Meet Diep Tran, our August STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽน ๐ŸŽถ

Diep is a thirteen-year-old piano student who has been taking lessons for a year and a half.

Her instructor, Miss Morgan, says, โ€œI have so enjoyed getting to know Diep as her piano teacher and watching her bloom in both personality and skill. Though she seems quiet on the outside, she is full of humor and creativity! She is a very hard-working student, always up for a challenge, and sometimes practices twice as long as she is told just to get her piano piece right! Over the last year and a half, Diep has advanced quickly, and Iโ€™m excited to see her growth in the future!โ€

๐ŸŽถ Here's a little bit from her interview... ๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŒŸ What do you like most about your instructor at J. Oscar?
Sheโ€™s chill.

๐ŸŒŸ What is the hardest thing you've learned so far?
Learning to count.

๐ŸŒŸ What motivates you to practice?
Watching three-year-old prodigies!

๐ŸŒŸ Favorite song youโ€™re listening to right now?
Freedom by Ado

๐ŸŒŸ Favorite summer family tradition?
Road trips

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s one thing we donโ€™t know about you?
I get scared of automatic toilets!

๐ŸŒŸ Other genres of music you enjoy playing outside your lesson assignments?
Whatever slamming the keys randomly is

๐ŸŒŸ What qualities do you look for in a friend?
Respect

๐ŸŒŸ Who at home is most excited to hear you practice?
My mom!

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your absolute dream job?
Iโ€™d like to be an engineer!

๐ŸŒŸ If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Eggs

๐ŸŒŸ Favorite thing to take pictures of?
Lilies

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your most-used emoji?
๐Ÿ™ƒ

๐ŸŒŸ What makes you smile or laugh?
ADO, cats, food

๐ŸŒŸ What song would make the best theme music for your life?
Akeboshi - LiSA

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s something youโ€™re really good at?
Sleeping, eating, and sparring

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s the most challenging piece youโ€™ve learned to play so far?
Road House Rock

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s one thing on your bucket list?
I want to go to Japan!

โœจCONGRATULATIONS, Diep!!โœจ

We love celebrating *YOU* and watching you grow on your musical journey at J. Oscar!!๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š
Keep being EXCELLENT in all you do! Youโ€™re AMAZING, and weโ€™re soOoOoOo proud of you!!! ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿคฉ๐ŸŽŠ!!!

๐ŸŽถ Meet Olivia Hodson, our July STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŽถ Olivia has been taking voice lessons...
07/11/2026

๐ŸŽถ Meet Olivia Hodson, our July STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŽถ

Olivia has been taking voice lessons for two and a half years, and has been singing in church for over ten years!

Her instructor, Miss Nicole, says, โ€œOlivia is a literal ray of sunshine and such a joy to work with! We have the best time in lessons, laughing while we work hard because we also play hard and believe it's part of the process. The growth I've seen in her over the years is amazing. She already had such a natural talent, and I'm honored to help her continue nurturing her skills and become even more in tune with her instrument. It's truly a pleasure to be your teacher and friend. Keep making a joyful noise, Olivia!โ€

๐ŸŽถHere's a little bit from her interview...๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŒŸ What's your favorite part about taking lessons at J. Oscar School of Music?
I love the community and how kind and knowledgeable everyone is!

๐ŸŒŸ What is the hardest thing you've learned so far?
Learning to use my diaphragm when singing

๐ŸŒŸ If you could have an unlimited supply of one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Espresso Beans

๐ŸŒŸ What do you like about your instructor at J. Oscar?
Nicole is able to get on my level and see the root of any struggle I have.

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your favorite thing to eat for breakfast?
I love stuffed blueberry French toast!

๐ŸŒŸ What was the worst style choice you ever made?
Brushing out my curly hair

๐ŸŒŸ What qualities do you look for in a friend?
I look for someone who is understanding and likes quality time.

๐ŸŒŸ What is one item on your bucket list?
Iโ€™d love to visit Europe!

๐ŸŒŸ Tell us about your most interesting relative.
My grandfather used to drive for Al Capone, but later he gave his life to God and became a preacher!

๐ŸŒŸ If you had a time machine, where would you go?
Iโ€™d go back in time to see some of the miracles Jesus performed!

๐ŸŒŸ What is your most-used emoji?
๐Ÿ‘€

๐ŸŒŸ What would a โ€œperfect dayโ€ for you look like?
A walk at Forest Park, coffee, and a fun photoshoot!

โœจCONGRATULATIONS, OLIVIA!!โœจ
We love celebrating *YOU* and watching your musical journey flourish at J. Oscar!!๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š
Keep letting your light SHINE BRIGHT!!!! ๐Ÿคฉ๐ŸŽ‰
We're SoOoOoOo proud of you!!! ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽŠ

๐ŸŽถMeet Jameson Starks, our June Student of the Month at J. Oscar School of Music!๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽถ Jameson is a 14-year-old piano studen...
06/09/2026

๐ŸŽถMeet Jameson Starks, our June Student of the Month at J. Oscar School of Music!๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽถ

Jameson is a 14-year-old piano student who has been playing for 4 years.

His piano instructor, Miss Caitlin, says, โ€œJameson is a joy to teach! He is quick-witted and determined to reach the goals given to him. Even when he is discouraged with a song, he finds a way to push past and keep going. Additionally, he is very creative and is constantly looking for new ways to improve that creativity, whether it be through music or art."

โœจHere are a few FUN facts about Jameson...

๐ŸŒŸ What do you like about taking lessons at J.Oscar?
I love my teacher! She's really awesome! Everyone is so welcoming and nice.

๐ŸŒŸ What is the hardest skill you've learned so far?
Chromatic scales with correct fi*****ng

๐ŸŒŸWhat's your favorite song?
St. Sollis by Marley Juaz

๐ŸŒŸ Whatโ€™s your favorite subject in school?
BAND! I also play percussion for about 2 years.

๐ŸŒŸ If you won a million dollars, what would you do with it?
I'd donate to charity and loved ones.

๐ŸŒŸ Why do you love music?
It makes me feel good hearing all the different styles and sounds!

๐ŸŒŸ Who inspires you?
My mom. She's really nice!

๐ŸŒŸ What is a fun fact we don't know about you?
I really look up to Michael Jackson. He inspires me musically and has great dance moves!

๐ŸŒŸ What do you want to be when you grow up?
I want to be a chef at my own restaurant!

๐ŸŒŸ What's your favorite age to be so far?
Fourteen. I feel like I'm in my prime!

๐ŸŒŸ What's something you're really good at?
Drawing, especially cartoon fiction

๐ŸŒŸ What qualities do you look for in a friend?
They've got to be nice and someone I can talk to.

๐ŸŒŸ What's one item on your bucket list?
To make a Roblox game

๐ŸŒŸ Who makes you laugh?
My stepdad because he's really funny!

โœจCONGRATULATIONS, Jameson!!โœจ
We love celebrating *YOU* at J. Oscar! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š
Keep letting your CREATIVITY SHINE!!! ๐Ÿคฉ
We're SoOoOoOo proud of you!!! ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽŠ๐ŸŽ‰

๐ŸŽถ TONIGHTโ€™S the night!!! ๐ŸŽถOne of our most *FAVORITE* nights of the entire year is finally here!!๐ŸŒŸ Celebrating with MUSIC...
06/05/2026

๐ŸŽถ TONIGHTโ€™S the night!!! ๐ŸŽถ

One of our most *FAVORITE* nights of the entire year is finally here!!

๐ŸŒŸ Celebrating with MUSIC + FUN + FOOD + the best J. Oscar FAMILY vibes!! ๐Ÿ’š

Can't wait to see you SOON!! ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿคฉ

๐ŸŽถ Bring your blanket and friends and get ready for a super fun time THIS FRIDAY night at our Annual Summer Concert!! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ˜Ž...
06/02/2026

๐ŸŽถ Bring your blanket and friends and get ready for a super fun time THIS FRIDAY night at our Annual Summer Concert!! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ˜Žโ˜€๏ธ

๐ŸŽถ Meet Avery Adewunmi, our May STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽถ๏ปฟAvery is an 11-year-old piano studen...
05/04/2026

๐ŸŽถ Meet Avery Adewunmi, our May STUDENT of the MONTH at J. Oscar School of Music! ๐ŸŽน๐ŸŽถ
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Avery is an 11-year-old piano student who has been playing for 5 years.

Her instructor, Miss Morgan, says, "Avery is a very hard-working student. She always comes to her lessons prepared. She does a wonderful job taking on new challenges, and she is never afraid to tackle a difficult piece of music!"

๐ŸŽถ Here's a little bit from her interview... ๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŒŸ What's your favorite part about taking lessons at J. Oscar School of Music?
I get to pick music that I like to play!

๐ŸŒŸ What is your favorite style of music to play?
Ragtime is my favorite style.

๐ŸŒŸ Are there any other instruments you'd like to learn?
The violin

๐ŸŒŸ What motivates you to practice?
The sound of my music coming together!

๐ŸŒŸ What is the hardest thing you've learned so far?
Major and minor thirds

๐ŸŒŸ What is your favorite subject in school?
Math

๐ŸŒŸ If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Barbeque Ribs!

๐ŸŒŸ What do you like about your teacher at J. Oscar?
I like that she is kind and understanding.

๐ŸŒŸ What's your absolute dream job?
I'd love to be a child psychiatrist!

๐ŸŒŸ What was the worst style choice you ever made?
Skinny Jeans

๐ŸŒŸ What qualities do you look for in a friend?
I look for someone who has a good personality,
is funny, and is kind.

๐ŸŒŸ What is your favorite place in the world, and what's your happiest memory there?
London. I enjoy hanging out with my cousins there!

๐ŸŒŸ What's something you're really good at?
Crochet

๏ปฟโœจCONGRATULATIONS, Avery!!โœจ
We love celebrating *YOU* and watching you grow in your musical journey at J. Oscar! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’š
You're *AMAZING*!!! ๐Ÿคฉ Keep reaching for the stars! We're SoOoOoOo proud of you!!! ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽŠ๐ŸŽ‰

04/30/2026

Learning music doesnโ€™t have to feel overwhelming! We make it simple at J. Oscar ๐Ÿฅณ

J. Oscar is closed today! We hope everyone stays safe today.
04/27/2026

J. Oscar is closed today! We hope everyone stays safe today.

Address

12165 Bridgeton Square
Bridgeton, MO
63031

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 9pm
Tuesday 3pm - 9pm
Wednesday 3pm - 9pm
Thursday 3pm - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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+13148374944

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