Quinte's Premier School of Music for Over 25 Years
From your very first note to the big stage - discover the Pinnacle difference
At Pinnacle Music School, we believe that learning music should be as inspiring as it is fun. For more than a quarter of a century, we’ve been downtown Belleville’s premier creative hub, helping thousands of students of all ages and skill levels find their unique voice, build lifelong confidence, and share their passion with the world.
Located in our state-of-the-art, custom-built facility at 360 Pinnacle Street, we offer a vibrant, welcoming environment designed specifically for musical growth. Whether you’re a parent introducing your child to their first instrument or an adult returning to a long-lost passion, you belong here.
Why families choose Pinnacle
Accredited, World-Class Faculty: Learn from the region’s finest. Our elite roster of instructors includes highly accredited Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) and Suzuki-trained educators, ensuring your musical foundation is built on world-class standards.
World-Class Facilities: Learn in a professional space featuring 16+ spacious, private studios, an on-site music shop, and a dedicated performance space.
A Real Stage Experience: Thanks to our exclusive partnership with the historic Empire Theatre, our students don’t just practice in a room—they get the thrill of performing their recitals on a world-class, professional stage.
Programs for Every Style: From structured RCM exam preparation and classical Suzuki methods to dynamic group programs like Rock Band Ensembles, the Pinnacle Youth Choir, and Music for Young Children (MYC).
The Community’s Choice: We are proud to have been voted Quinte’s Favorite Music Lessons for 17 consecutive years.
“Our mission is simple: to combine elite, accredited instruction with unparalleled performance opportunities, creating a supportive community where every student can shine.”
Programs at Pinnacle
Rock Band
If you want to play in a band, our Rock Band Ensemble program is for you. One of the most popular electives after private lesson studies, Pinnacle Music School’s Rock Band Ensemble program provides an invaluable way to develop the musical skills necessary to play and perform with others
Youth Choir
Pinnacle Music School is very proud to announce the commencement of our very own Pinnacle Youth Choir. The choir will be an opportunity for those who enjoy singing to come together and learn vocal technique and theory while creating beautiful harmonies as a group.
MYC
We are proud to offer Music for Young Children Programs (For Ages 2-5 yrs) such as MYC Sunrise, an exciting and innovative music program containing a variety of age appropriate music and movement activities designed to introduce young children to the wonderful world of music.
Ready to Start Your Musical Journey?
At Pinnacle Music School students benefit from a well rounded curriculum. Attention is given to developing strong technique coupled with learning a variety of musical styles such as classical, jazz, contemporary, rock, and pop. Ear training and sight reading are also important areas of study that are covered. Students are encouraged in their artistic expression by being provided with performance opportunities through recitals, festivals and RCM examinations. As a result, students grow in their musicianship as they enjoy their accomplishments.
Spaces fill up quickly for our upcoming term. Let us help you find the perfect class, teacher, and schedule for your goals. Register for Lessons Today. Click here for more information, pricing and our Sign Up Form
Empire Backstage Pass
Thanks to our exclusive partnership with The Empire Theatre our students have the oppurtunity to experience Behind The Scenes at an Empire Theatre concert event. From soundchecks to show, our students enjoy these special musical moments not available anywhere else.
PHOTOS: JAKE CLEMONS BAND (Bruce Springsteen/Solo) and BIG SUGAR
Upcoming Events and Classes
Pinnacle Music School offers specialty Group Classes throughout the year as well as Special Events. Watch right here for upcoming classes and events. Interested in one of our Specialty Group Classes?
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Take a Virtual Tour
Pinnacle Music School has moved to a brand new location in partnership with the Empire Theatre Group. We are now located at 360 Pinnacle Street in Downtown Belleville, Ontario.
Join us for a Virtual Tour of our facility at 360 Pinnacle Street.
Our Partners in Music
Pinnacle Music School is proud to be partnered with the Empire Theatre Group and the Royal Conservatory of Music to provide the very best in music education
Pinnacle in the News
Pinnacle Music School has been featured in local media and radio. Click the links below to read and hear all about us and our history
Quinte's Favorite Lessons
Pinnacle Music School has been awarded the Readers Choice Favorite Award from the Belleville Intelligencer for the past 17 years and Community Votes Belleville Favorite Music Lessons as recently of last year
Frequently Asked Questions
Lessons at Pinnacle Music School are available in 30 Minute, 45 Minute and 1 Hour long lessons.
Our lessons are affordable monthly at $120 for 30 minute lessons, $177.50 for 45 minute lessons, and $235 for 60 minute lessons.
You may make one Payment at the start of the teaching season, or Monthly Payments due on the 1st of each month.
Students wishing to purchase individual lessons without signing up for the teaching season may do so, as schedules allow, at a rate of $32.00 / half hour lesson.
Please Call or Email Us for Lesson Availability
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We are located at 360 Pinnacle Street in Belleville, ON. You can see our building in the back corner of the Empire Theatre parking lot or from Pinnacle Street.
Please refer to our other programs official pages for more specific information on each one.
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